Financial Support for Aspiring Farmers
About this program
Provides subsidies of $25,000 to $65,000 to young people under 40 to establish agricultural businesses or join existing operations, with amounts based on education level. The grant can be used for productive investments at your operation.
Eligibility
Young people under 40 years old who wish to start their own agricultural business or join an existing one in Quebec.
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Source: official program page at fadq.qc.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on September 17, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Financial Support for Aspiring Farmers?
Young people under 40 years old who wish to start their own agricultural business or join an existing one in Quebec.
What is the application deadline?
This program does not list a fixed deadline, so applications appear to be ongoing. Confirm on the official program page.
How much funding is available?
$25,000 to $65,000. See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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