Jun 22, 2026 On June 22, 2026, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced the launch of the Strategic Response Fund (SRF) call for proposals, inviting Canadian organizations and industry partners to apply for transformative investments that will advance the objectives of the National Food Security Strategy and enhance domestic food resilience. This $350 million initiative will support companies and organizations in food and beverage manufacturing, packaging, industrial systems, and critical input production across the country. The SRF will help businesses expand capacity, modernize their operations and build the resilient infrastructure Canadians need.
Further details on eligibility and the application process can be found here.
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Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
