Circular Food Innovators Fund

📋 Eligible Entities - Small businesses operating in the food sector within Toronto - For-profit enterprises (primary focus) - Businesses implementing or planning to implement zero waste or circular economy business models - Local Toronto-based food businesses - Note: Non-profit eligibility status not fully detailed in available description ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant type: Non-repayable grant funding - Grant size: Specific funding amounts not disclosed in available materials - Matching requirements: Not specified in available description - Repayability: Grant funding (non-repayable) - Application timeline: Applications currently closed; applicants to be notified in spring 2026 ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Implementation of innovative zero waste business models - Circular economy transformation initiatives in food operations - Business model innovation supporting circular food system development - Specific expense categories not detailed in available materials ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Status: Applications are currently closed - Notification Timeline: All applicants will be notified in spring 2026 - Program Focus: Must align with Toronto's circular economy transformation goals - Sector Requirement: Must operate within the food system/food business sector - Business Model: Must demonstrate commitment to zero waste or circular economy principles - Geographic Requirement: Business must be based in Toronto