Northern Food Development Program (NFDP)
About this program
Provides funding for commercial food producers, harvesters and processors in NWT to build commercial food production sectors and increase local food availability.
Eligibility
Commercial producers, harvesters and processors of food in the Northwest Territories across agriculture, agri-food, commercial fishing and wild food harvesting sectors.
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Source: official program page at iti.gov.nt.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on January 26, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Northern Food Development Program (NFDP)?
Commercial producers, harvesters and processors of food in the Northwest Territories across agriculture, agri-food, commercial fishing and wild food harvesting sectors.
What is the application deadline?
This program does not list a fixed deadline, so applications appear to be ongoing. Confirm on the official program page.
How much funding is available?
Up to $7,500 per worker/intern, 25% sales rebate for sales under $10,000, 10-15% utilities rebate up to $2,500. See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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