Mitigation, Prevention, Occupational Health and Safety

📋 Eligible Entities - Primary Agriculture Operators: Farm owners and operators engaged in crop production or animal husbandry - Business Structure: Sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and cooperative farms - Agricultural Focus: Operations must derive primary income from farming activities - Registered Businesses: Must be legally registered and operating in Canada - Eligibility Requirement: Farms demonstrating active production of crops or livestock ### 💰 Funding Details | Category | Maximum Grant | Matching Requirements | |----------|---------------|----------------------| | Wildlife & Crop Protection | $30,000 | Non-repayable grant | | Extreme Weather Emergency Preparedness | $5,000 | Non-repayable grant | | Occupational Health & Safety | $5,000 | Non-repayable grant | | Total Maximum | $40,000 | Per eligible farm | - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (forgivable grant) - Cost-Sharing: Applicant contribution typically required (verify specific cost-share ratio with program administrator) - Repayability: Not required to repay funds upon successful project completion ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses Wildlife & Crop Protection ($30,000): - Fencing, netting, and exclusion barriers - Wildlife deterrent systems (audio, visual, motion-activated) - Infrastructure modifications to protect crops and animals - Installation and materials for predator-proof enclosures - Monitoring and surveillance equipment Extreme Weather Emergency Preparedness ($5,000): - Shelter construction or reinforcement for livestock - Water system protection and backup systems - Emergency power generation equipment - Storm drainage and flood prevention infrastructure - Emergency preparedness planning and equipment Occupational Health & Safety ($5,000): - Safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) - Fall protection systems and safety signage - Equipment guards and machinery safety upgrades - Training programs in health and safety practices - Ergonomic improvements and workplace modifications ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Requirement: Detailed project plan