Agri-Food Promotion Program

The Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture has established the Agri-Food Promotion Program to increase the awareness, demand, and consumption for fresh, high-quality Prince Edward Island agricultural products.

Who is eligible?

• Mi’kmaq First Nations, Indigenous Organizations
• groups (e.g. youth clubs, agricultural clubs, etc.)
• institutions (schools)                                    
• municipalities
• others may be considered upon special request

What activities are funded?

Projects that:

• improve the visibility and knowledge of locally produced agri-food products and the individuals that produce them
• make the connection between Prince Edward Island farming and the agri-food sector
• encourage the importance of using locally produced foods to create healthy eating habits and making informed consumer choices and/or
• create an awareness of the important value of the Prince Edward Island agri-food sector

Where can I find more information?

• Guidelines
• Application

How do I apply to the program?

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria and submit a completed application form to the Department of Agriculture.  The completed application is then submitted to a committee for approval.

For more information contact:

Agri-Food Promotion Program                
PEI Department of Agriculture
11 Kent Street, PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 7N8
Phone: 902-368-4145
Fax: 902-368-4857
Email: cjwood@gov.pe.ca