Bioenterprise Canada has launched the next intake of the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP), an initiative designed to accelerate the adoption of clean technologies across southern Ontario’s agri-food and agri-tech industries. With $6 million in available funding, this round is focused on helping innovation-driven businesses reduce their environmental footprint while scaling operations.
Successful applicants can receive non-repayable funding of up to $100,000 to implement clean technology projects that support long-term sustainability and competitiveness.
Key Program Details
Application Window: June 18 – August 6, 2025
Maximum Funding: Up to $100,000 per project
Cost Share: 60% applicant contribution, 40% SGAP-funded
Total Program Budget: $6 million
Eligible Activities
Funding supports projects that focus on implementing high-readiness clean technologies to improve environmental performance, operational efficiency, or sustainability practices. Eligible activities may include:
Clean tech adoption and implementation
Sustainability-focused equipment purchases
Feasibility assessments and technical consulting
Labour and support costs tied directly to the clean tech project
Who is Eligible to Apply?
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be incorporated in Canada
Operate and carry out the project in southern Ontario
Have a minimum of $200,000 in annual gross revenue
Be a for-profit or not-for-profit organization in the agri-food or agri-tech sectors
Partner with an approved Sustainability Project Partner
Adopt a clean technology that is at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 or higher
Excludes restaurants, commercial kitchens, or unrelated food service providers
Why It Matters
The SGAP program plays a critical role in driving climate-conscious innovation across Ontario’s agricultural and food processing industries. Whether it’s reducing energy consumption, modernizing processing infrastructure, or expanding the use of sustainable practices, this funding helps position agri-tech businesses for long-term success in a competitive market.
How GrantMatch Can Help
GrantMatch specializes in securing funding for projects that drive growth, efficiency, and innovation. Our team will assess your project’s fit, help secure a qualified Sustainability Project Partner, and prepare a competitive application package aligned with SGAP criteria.
Connect with us today to begin preparing your submission before the August 6, 2025 deadline.