Building Sector Capacity, Growth and Competitiveness

Capital Infrastructure and Investments



The intake for this program is now closed.
Program guidelines will be updated for any future intakes. Please visit the Intake Information page for the upcoming Sustainable CAP intake schedule.
 

The Capital Infrastructure and Investments program supports the growth and expansion of Manitoba's agri-processing sector by assisting 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 co-packing services

Intake Information

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Eligible Applicants

  • Agri-food processors
  • Agri-product processors
  • Primary producers who are or will be engaged in the transformation of agricultural commodities into value-added goods
  • Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) Group: government, community, and/or including Tribal Councils, associations, and organizations

Eligible Expenses

The following types of expenses are eligible for funding:

  • Equipment
  • Software
  • Professional services
  • Materials and supplies
  • Subcontracted services
  • Overhead up to ten per cent of total approved expenses

Please refer to the program guide for details on eligible and ineligible expenses.

Project Timeline

  • All projects shall start on April 1, 2025 or later.
  • Projects with up to $100,000 in total eligible expenses must be single year projects, and completed with all reporting and claim documents submitted by February 12, 2026.
  • Projects with more than $100,000 in total eligible expenses may be single or multi-year, and must be completed with all reporting and claim documents submitted by December 31, 2026.

Cost Share Funding

Activities are cost shared between government and the applicant. Cost share ratios vary based on project size:

  • Minimum project value must be $50,000 in total eligible expenses.
  • Eligibility based on project value will be assessed at both:
    1. time of application based on expected costs, and
    2. time of final claim based on actual paid eligible expenses.
  • Projects with total eligible expenses below $50,000, at either application or final claim, will not be considered for funding.
  • The following cost share ratios will apply to approved eligible expenses:
    1. On the first $200,000 of eligible expenses: 25 per cent government and 75 per cent applicant.
    2. For remaining eligible expenses above $200,000: 10 per cent government and 90 per cent applicant.
  • The maximum government contribution per project is $2.5 million.
  • Applicants may only submit a single application for this intake.

Additional Information and Documents

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Terms and Conditions Program Guide Sample Agreement