Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership


The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are committed to ensuring farmers and processors have the tools they need to innovate, grow and prosper. The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership agreement is part of a commitment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to promote productivity and profitability for the sector. The programs are designed to help the industry position itself to respond to future opportunities and to realize its full potential as a significant contributor to the economy. Programs are also tailored with the flexibility to meet diverse regional requirements.

The partnership is a five-year, $3.5 billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments that aims to strengthen the agriculture and agri-food sector and ensure continued innovation, growth and prosperity. The partnership includes $1 billion for federal activities and programs, and $2.5 billion in cost-shared programs delivered by provinces and territories on a 60-40 cost-shared basis.

In Nova Scotia, $46 million will be invested through provincially delivered programs focusing on building sector capacity, growth and competitiveness, climate change and environment, market development and trade, science, research and innovation, and resiliency and public trust.

Nova Scotia Cost-Shared Programs

For a list of all available programs, please visit https://novascotia.ca/programs/

Business Risk Management Programs

In addition to cost-shared strategic initiatives, the partnership includes several business risk-management programs to help farmers manage risks that threaten the viability of their farms. For information visit Business Risk Management on the federal partnership website and the Nova Scotia Crop and Livestock Insurance Commission.