Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

What is the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership?

The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) is a five-year, $3.5 billion investment (2023–2028) from the Government of Canada, provinces, and territories. It provides cost-share funding to help farmers and ranchers adopt new technology, improve sustainability, and build long-term resilience in their operations.

This includes modernization funding for on-farm equipment, from precision agriculture tools to machinery and maintenance equipment such as zero-turn mowers and cattle handling systems.

Program Details

• Funding Details: Cost-shared grants (60% federal / 40% provincial-territorial)

• Duration: 2023-2028

• Coverage: All provinces and territories across Canada

• Typical Cost Share: 30 - 75 % of eligible project costs

• Funding Range: $25 000 - $2.5 million CAD, depending on program

• Application Process: Through provincial or territorial agriculture ministry

Who Qualifies

• Farmers, ranchers, and agri-businesses operating in any Canadian province or territory.

• Individuals, corporations, co-operatives, and producer organizations may apply.

• Applicants must be actively engaged in farming or ranching and meet the eligibility rules of their provincial or territorial agriculture ministry.

What It Covers

Each province and territory delivers SCAP funding through its own programs, but most include support for:

• Technology and innovation adoption

• Infrastructure and efficiency upgrades

• Sustainability and environmental improvements

• Risk management and business development

How to Apply for Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

• Applications are managed by provincial and territorial agriculture departments.

• You can find your regional program and intake dates at the official federal portal.

Need Help Planning Your Next Ranch Upgrade?

If you’re applying for Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership and looking at cattle handling equipment, livestock flow improvements, or ranch infrastructure upgrades, Arrowquip can help you plan the right next step for your operation.