| This program follows the "Growing Forward" federal policy. The objective of the AgriMarketing Program is to enhance the Canadian agriculture, agri-food, fish and seafood sectors’ marketing capacity and competitiveness by assisting industry to identify market priorities and equip itself for success in global markets. Eligible expenses may not exceed $100,000, for a maximum reimbursement of $50,000. |
Here are a few important elements to keep in mind when trying to determine if you are eligible for the AgriMarketing program.
For COMPLETE details we suggest that you consult the AgriMarketing Program - funding request guide 2012 - 2013 >
EVALUATION CRITERIA
•Your company must be active in the agrifood sector
•Your activity must take place between April 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013
•Your company employs no more than 250 people
•Your activity does not take place in Canada or in United States
•You must be a member of the Quebec-Canada Agri-Food Export Group to submit us an application - which have to be forwarded to the Association no later than December 14, 2011.
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
•Advertising in print and electronic media, billboards and posters
•In-store and food service promotions, product demonstration to buyers and consumers
•Trade seminars designed to inform industry representatives of specific attributes of Canadian agriculture, food and seafood products
•Trade show attendance as a non-exhibitor. (i.e. walking the show or meeting with potential clients)
•Trade show attendance as an exhibitor, only at trade shows where the Agri-Food Export Group does not receive any funding
•Technical training of foreign buyers about Canadian products and product handling
•Outgoing missions, exploratory missions
•Incoming buyers missions
PROGRAM DETAILS
For ALL details about the program and the evaluation criteria, please consult the AgriMarketing Program - Funding request guide 2012 - 2013 >
SUBMIT AN APPLICATION
The AgriMarketing Program is renewed on a yearly basis. The 2012 - 2013 program is now open. Activities must take place between April 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013.
To submit an application, you must use the following document :
•AgriMarketing Funding Proposal 2012 - 2013 for SME >
•Table entitled AgriMarketing Funding Proposal and Budget Sheet SME 2012 - 2013 >
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Your funding request must be forwarded to the Agri-Food Export Group, by E-mail at the following address: francinelapointe@groupexport.ca. We will forward your application to the AgriMarkting Secretariat for their consideration and final decision.
Deadline to submit your funding request: December 14, 2011. No applications will be accepted after this date.
For additional information:
Francine Lapointe
Director, Programs and Government Affairs
T
450-461-6266 or 1 800 563-9767, extension 213.
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