Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)
Up to 40% of total budget to a maximum of $100K
Funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) aims to support southern Ontario’s agri-tech businesses in adopting clean technologies and sustainable practices.
800+
Annual Funding Applications Supported
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Amount of Funding
- Up to 40% of total budget to a max of $100K
Note: if awarded funding you will be required to pay Bioenterprise a program management fee of 4%
Eligible Applicants
Must:
- Be ready to adopt and integrate proven clean technologies and/or sustainable practices or process enhancements
- Generate a minimum of $200,000 in annual revenues
- Be incorporated in Canada and located in Ontario
- Able to fund 60% of Eligible Project Costs
- Be able to provide a statement of work from their vendor
Eligible Activities
- Advisory Services / Professional Consultations
Engaging third-party service providers or consultants to implement strategies that reduce environmental impact and promote operational sustainability. - Facility Audits / Energy Studies
Conducting operational assessments to identify conservation measures and optimize processes, systems, and activities. - Product Integration / Adoption
Supporting the integration or adoption of clean technologies into operations, including equipment costs. - Internal Employee Labour
Involving new or existing staff in activities directly related to the execution of the project. - Other Technology Adoption or Consultation Assessment Activities
Additional activities related to technology adoption or consultation assessments that support project goals.
Program Deadline
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Average of
Time Saving
95%
Throughout the application process
Apply for Funding
Successfully applying for the right funding program at the right time, focusing on the right topics is no easy challenge. We provide an average 95% time savings to our clients, compared to businesses that apply for funding in-house.
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