Alberta Livestock Grants & Funding

7 active livestock programs for farmers in Alberta.

Indigenous Prairie Bison Initiative

A 3-year, $5-million initiative supporting the restoration of bison as an economic, environmental, and cultural asset for Indigenous communities across the Prairies.

AB, MB, SKDeadline: Ongoing$5-million total over 3 years

Cash Advance - Canadian Canola Growers Association

The Advance Payments Program offers short-term financing up to $1,000,000 for working capital needs, with up to $500,000 interest-free (including $250,000 extra for canola).

MB, AB, BC, SKDeadline: OngoingUp to $1,000,000 ($250,000 interest-free plus up to an additional $250,000)

Interest Rebate Program - Feeder Associations of Alberta

Provides a rebate on a portion of the interest paid on FAA Feeder Loans when purchasing cattle, helping reduce operational costs for farm and feeder operations.

ABDeadline: Ongoingrebates on purchases up to $100,000 eligible advance totals

Alberta Breeder Finance Inc - Feeder Associations of Alberta

Flexible financing program for Alberta producers to purchase breeder cattle, heifers, cow-calf pairs and bulls with up to 100% value financing and terms up to 6 years. Includes …

ABDeadline: OngoingUp to $500,000 per operation (up to $1,000,000 with additional credit assessment). Per head limits (effective April 15, 2026): Heifers $4,800/hd, Bred Heifers $6,200/hd, Youthful Bred Cows $6,200/hd, Older Bred Cows $4,500/hd, Cow-Calf Pairs (under 5 yrs) $7,700/pair, Cow-Calf Pairs (over 5 yrs) $6,500/pair (2-year loan), Bulls $9,500/hd. Security deposit: 10% (20% for Bull Program).

Feeder Association Loan Guarantee

Provides farmers with a competitive method of financing cattle for growing and finishing purposes through government-guaranteed low interest loans.

ABDeadline: Ongoing

Wildlife Predator Compensation Program

Provides compensation to ranchers whose livestock are killed or injured by wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, cougars and eagles.

ABDeadline: OngoingBased on average commercial value, minimum $400 for confirmed cow kill

Shot Livestock Compensation Program

Provides compensation to producers whose livestock is shot by another person in a Wildlife Management Unit during open hunting seasons.

ABDeadline: Ongoing100% of animal value (max $2,000 for horses), plus veterinary costs

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What livestock grants are available in Alberta?

We currently track 7 active livestock funding programs for Alberta, listed on this page. Each links to the official program page where you apply.

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