Food and Beverage Processing is an initiative of the Agri-Food Futures Fund. $1.5 million have been allocated to assist with development of the food, beverage and nutraceutical processing industry.
Strategic Priorities
Funding is available for projects that match one or more of the following strategic priorities:
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Enhance the competitive position of BC food and beverage processors |
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Build BC’s reputation as a leader in health and lifestyle-oriented products |
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Build business relationships and collaboration with value chain partners |
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Enhance communications and coordination among industry stakeholders |
Food & Beverage Processing Strategic Plan ( 257KB PDF)
Food & Beverage Processing Work Plan (128KB PDF)
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Approval Process
Each project idea is carefully evaluated to determine:
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How well it meets the goals and objectives of the Food & Beverage Processing Initiative, as spelled out in the Food & Beverage Processing Strategic Plan |
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How well it meets the funding principles of the Agri-Food Futures Fund |
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The level of industry involvement and financial contribution |
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The level of support from other groups or agencies |
Projects & Results
Contact the administrator for a current list of approved projects.
General Inquiries About Funding
Phone: (250) 356-1662
Email:
Additional Resources
Contact your program manager (existing and returning clients)
Food & Beverage Processing Initiative - Guidelines for Acknowledging
Funding (146KB PDF)
Links
BC Food Processors’ Association
Food Innovation Centre of BC
Small Scale Food Processor Association
Western Canadian Functional Food & Natural Health Product Network
Food Processing HR Council
Funding Provided By
Agri-Food Futures Fund
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