Value-Added Program

To be eligible, an applicant must be:

• a bio-industrial processor or food processor that is in the business of changing an agricultural product into a value-added product
• an individual or a corporation registered in Alberta that is operating in Alberta, or that can establish to the satisfaction of the minister that it will operate in Alberta

For the purposes of Stream B, an applicant must also have $100,000 or greater in global annual gross sales at the time of application.

Indigenous applicants

The province is committed to supporting the success of Indigenous businesses in the agriculture and food sector. We understand that Indigenous businesses may have distinct characteristics reflective of regulatory, operational, cultural, and other factors affecting their business history and operation. We aim for flexibility in our programs. If you are interested in applying for the program but have questions about the application process or eligibility requirements, contact program staff at
[email protected].

Eligible activities

Applicants can apply for activities under one or more of these funding categories:

• processing capacity expansion
• food safety improvement
• new product and process development
• market development and access

For more information: Value-Added Program Funding List (PDF, 337 KB)

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Determine whether you are eligible by reviewing the Value-Added Program Terms and Conditions.

Confirm that your proposed activities are ‘eligible activities’ listed in the Funding List.

Complete all sections of the application form. If you have questions on eligibility or program criteria, e-mail [email protected] and a grant specialist will assist you.

Step 2: Complete application form

Complete and sign the Value-Added Program Application form.

Please read ‘Part F: Certification’ carefully before you sign. Note that only original signatures will be accepted (electronic or digital signatures are not acceptable).

Step 3: Submit application form

Submit the completed Application Form and supporting documents by 11:59 pm MST on May 15, 2023:

Email

Send PDF applications only to: [email protected]

Mail

Value-Added Program, Sustainable CAP
Trade, Investment and Food Safety Division
Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation
Suite 301, 7000 113 Street
Edmonton, Alberta  T6H 5T6

Once you have submitted your application and documentation you may be contacted for additional information.

Processing times

Total processing time objective is up to 23 weeks from the program closing date to receiving notification of a decision on project support.