On November 25, 2020, the government approved by decree the enhancement of the Financial Assistance Program to promote the development of greenhouses.
Thanks to this enhanced program, greenhouse producers who carry out one or more investment projects of at least $3 million can receive up to 40% of eligible expenses incurred, up to a maximum of 40% of the electricity bill.
The main changes made are as follows:
- The financial assistance increases from 20% to 40% of the electricity bill for a maximum period of eight years;
- The eligibility threshold for project investments has been increased from $125,000 to $3,000,000;
- The project must demonstrate that it will contribute to the achievement of Quebec’s food self-sufficiency objectives.