Programme pour futurs pêcheurs ### 📋 Eligible Entities - New lobster fishers in Prince Edward Island - Individuals working to acquire a lobster fishing fleet - PEI-based lobster fishing operations - Applicants must demonstrate intent to establish or expand lobster fishing activities in PEI waters - Canadian citizens or permanent residents eligible to hold PEI fishing licenses ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable funding combined with training support - Specific Amount: Not specified in program description (varies by applicant needs and project scope) - Matching Requirements: To be confirmed with program administrator - Repayability: Non-repayable grant component - Disbursement: Contingent on meeting training and milestone requirements ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Professional lobster fishing training and certification courses - Fleet acquisition costs (equipment, vessels, licenses) - Fishing gear and equipment purchases - Licensing and regulatory compliance costs - Safety equipment and vessel outfitting - Business setup and operational planning support ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Must be new to commercial lobster fishing in PEI (or actively acquiring fleet) - Completion of mandatory training program required - Must obtain/maintain appropriate PEI fishing licenses and permits - Compliance with federal and provincial fishing regulations - Demonstrated financial viability and business plan - Ongoing reporting requirements on fleet development and fishing activities - Funds must be deployed within specified timeframe following approval - Project milestones must be achieved to receive full funding allocation