Programme plantons nos racines — Achats de fermes commerciales ### 📋 Eligible Entities - New agricultural farm owners (first-time commercial farm operators) - Canadian citizens or permanent residents - Individuals or partnerships acquiring commercial agricultural operations - Applicants must demonstrate intent to actively operate and manage the farm - Farmers transitioning from non-commercial to commercial operations may qualify - Farm must be located in Canada and operated as a primary business activity ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant structure: Direct financial assistance (non-repayable) - Purpose: Support farm acquisition and initial operational stability - Typical range: Varies by province and farm type; generally targets down payment assistance or working capital post-acquisition - No matching requirement: Full grant funding (subject to program limits) - Non-repayable: Funds do not require repayment - Timing: Funding typically disbursed upon approval and verification of farm purchase completion ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Farm acquisition costs (land, buildings, equipment purchases) - Down payment assistance for commercial farm property purchase - Initial working capital for first-year operations - Essential farm infrastructure improvements or repairs - Livestock or crop inventory required to start operations - Basic equipment or machinery necessary for farm viability - Professional services (legal, appraisal, accounting fees related to acquisition) ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Proof of farm purchase: Completed or conditional purchase agreement required - Business plan submission: Demonstrated viability and operational strategy needed - Financial stability assessment: Review of personal finances and farm projections - Active management requirement: Applicant must personally operate/manage the farm (not passive investment) - Timeline for acquisition: Farm purchase must occur within specified program windows - Compliance verification: Regular reporting on farm operations during grant term - Geographic restrictions: May apply depending on provincial program variations - Loan/debt limits: May not qualify if carrying excessive agricultural debt - Funding caps: Maximum assistance amount per applicant or per farm type may apply