Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Federal matching contribution program for farmers. Deposit money into an AgriInvest account and the government matches it, up to a cap. Use the funds for farm income shortfalls or on-farm investments.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityAgriInvest is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in any province or territory, in Agriculture. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $10,000 per year matched. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. File your farm income tax return on time 2. Submit Statement A by the deadline 3. Open an AgriInvest account at a participating financial institution 4. Make your matching deposit
Annual: deposit and form deadlines changed starting with the 2025 program year; agri-environmental risk assessment now required for matching.