If you’re farming in Ontario, most farm grants Ontario options for 2025–2026 flow through a small number of government frameworks. The biggest is the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), with Ontario-specific cost-share intakes delivered by groups like OSCIA. Together, these programs help pay for on‑farm improvements, climate projects, and productivity upgrades.
What’s new vs. older guides: This page focuses on 2025–2026 availability, recent Ontario announcements, and which programs are grants versus risk‑management supports. Intake status changes often, so timing matters.
Below are the main programs Ontario farmers use right now. Where funding is not a pure “grant,” that’s clearly noted.
Timeframe: April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2028
Who it’s for: Ontario farm businesses (varies by stream)
How funding works: Cost‑share grants (you pay a portion; government covers the rest)
Under Sustainable CAP, Ontario offers multiple cost‑share streams that open and close throughout the year. Typical features include:
Funding amounts and eligible expenses vary by intake. For example, stewardship or climate projects may cap funding per project or per business over the program term.
Administrator: Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association
Status: Intakes rotate between “Accepting Applications” and “Not Accepting Applications”
OSCIA runs many of the active Ontario farm grant intakes tied to Sustainable CAP. Key points:
Because statuses change, checking current intake pages is essential before planning purchases.
Announced: Additional funding confirmed in 2025
Focus: Long-term land and environmental resilience
Ontario and Canada announced $146 million to support farmland improvements through programs like RALP, including marginal lands and sustainability-focused projects. Delivery partners include organizations such as OSCIA and Conservation Ontario.
These streams often support:
Funding details depend on the specific intake, but these programs are designed as grants or cost‑share contributions, not loans.
Program type: Risk management
Trigger: When your margin drops below 70% of your historical reference margin
AgriStability is not a grant for projects, but it’s a major support program Ontario farmers rely on during bad years. For 2026 participation, there are specific fee and filing deadlines, with final filings typically due the following year.
This program can pay significant amounts during income declines, but it does not fund equipment or upgrades.
Because Ontario intakes open and close, the fastest way to narrow options is to filter by:
Tools like GrantHub’s eligibility matcher can help you filter programs by province and project type in seconds, instead of checking dozens of intake pages.
For broader context, you may also want to compare with Farm Grants Saskatchewan or review other Money from Ontario Government 2025 programs that support rural businesses beyond agriculture.
Assuming grants are always open
Many OSCIA intakes close quickly. Planning purchases before approval can make costs ineligible.
Missing cost‑share rules
Buying used equipment, starting early, or skipping quotes can disqualify expenses.
Confusing grants with insurance programs
AgriStability and AgriInsurance help after losses. They don’t pay for upgrades or new projects.
Overlooking reporting requirements
Final payments usually require invoices, photos, and proof of completion by a deadline.
Q: Are there farm grants Ontario farmers can apply for year-round?
Most Ontario farm grants run in intakes, not year-round. Some open annually, others less often, so timing is critical.
Q: How much funding can I get from Ontario farm grants?
It depends on the stream. Many cost‑share programs cover 50–65% of eligible costs, with caps per project or per business.
Q: Do small farms qualify for Sustainable CAP funding?
Yes, many streams are open to small and mid-sized farms, but minimum revenue or activity requirements may apply depending on the intake.
Q: Can I stack multiple Ontario farm grants?
Sometimes. You generally can’t claim the same expense twice, but different projects may be funded through different streams.
Q: Are there grants for equipment purchases in Ontario?
Yes. Certain productivity and technology streams under Sustainable CAP support equipment, as long as it meets eligibility rules and is pre-approved.
Ontario farm funding is active, but it changes fast. The best approach is to shortlist programs that match your farm type and project, then track intake dates closely.
GrantHub tracks 2,500+ active grant programs across Canada — check which ones match your business profile so you don’t miss the next Ontario intake that fits your farm.
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