Processing Equipment
The Capital Infrastructure and Investments program supports the growth and expansion of Manitoba’s agri-processing sector. The program helps applicants with capital investment purchases for modernization and capacity-building activities that enhance efficiency, productivity and environmental sustainability, by providing access to:
• The development and implementation of new technologies
• New markets through the implementation of quality control measures
• Streamlined and better managed operations, increased efficiency, and increased profitability by integrating company operations
• New revenue streams associated with offering co-packing services
• Co-packing services for brand owners who may not own their own agriprocessing capacity
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Funding
Amount
50% on the first $50,000, then 10% up to max of $2.5M
Eligible Applicants
Farmers, Processors
Eligible
Purposes
Includes equipment that transforms raw inputs into value-added goods, scales production, boosts productivity, or automates processes using new technologies.
Such As:
Equipment for transforming raw inputs into higher-value food, beverage, or agri-products.
Machinery for preparing, producing, packaging, forming, fractionating, or decorticating products.
Tools supporting new product commercialization, tech, or processes.
Ancillary components: software, installation (physical/professional), platforms, and related training.
Facility changes tied to equipment setup.
Material handling systems: conveyors, pipes, augers, pallet jacks.
Fixed, process-related storage (e.g., climate-controlled).
Integrated food safety equipment (part of broader projects).
Equipment deposits (pre-application) that count toward total cost.
Rented equipment for project success.
Professional services for commissioning, training, feasibility, design, and consultation.
Fixed overhead for production (excluding admin/management).
Deadline
to Apply
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