Yukon Government's Agricultural Branch

The Agriculture Branch within the Government of Yukon is concerned with increasing the production in the Yukon and profitability and sustainability and can refer growers to resources and information about Yukon food systems; there are a number of reports and resources online as well.

Food System Theme:

• Production and Harvesting

Resource Theme:

• Policy/Strategy

• Networking/Information Sharing

• Funding

Reach:

• Yukon-Wide

Host | Contact:

• Yukon Government (Energy, Mines and Resources - Agriculture Branch) | brad.barton@gov.yk.ca | 867-334-3126

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Indigenous Student Recruitment Initiative

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) Indigenous Student Recruitment Initiative offers Indigenous students work experience that allows for personal growth while contributing to the goals of the Department. Working in a team environment, students can expand their knowledge and develop skills associated with science and other professions within the federal public service.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

• Training

• Networking/Information Sharing

Reach:

• National

Host | Contact:

• Government of Canada - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada | aafc.agridiversityagri-diversite.aac@canada.ca | 1-877-246-4682

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Indigenous Pathfinder Service

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is offering the Indigenous Pathfinder service - a one-stop shop for advice and referral to help navigate the relevant information, tools and support available to start or expand activities in the agriculture and agri-food sector. The service strives to ensure you do not miss out on support and other business opportunities available.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination/Policy/Networks

Resource Theme:

• Networking/Information Sharing

• Funding

Reach:

• National

Host | Contact:

• Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada | AAFC.Pathfinder-Explorateur.AAC@agr.gc.ca

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Entrepreneurship and Business Development (EBD)

The EBD fund provides financial support to Aboriginal entrepreneurs, businesses, and commercial entities to expand their business in the three territories.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

Reach:

• Pan-Northern

Host | Contact:

Government of Canada (CanNor, Yukon Region) | ytinfo@cannor.gc.ca | 867-667-3263

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Community Development Fund

This department administers Student Hire, Yukon Nominee and other business support programs as well as supports community development related projects which might relate to food systems (some previously funded project included supporting the establishment of community gardens and funding food policy & gardening workshops)

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

Reach:

• Yukon-Wide

Host | Contact:

• Economic Development Officer, Giselle Maisonneuve | Yukon Government (Economic Development Department) | cdf@gov.yk.ca | 867-667-8125 or toll free, 1-800-661-0408 ext. 8125

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Climate Change Preparedness in the North Program

his program funds climate change adaptation projects in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut.

The program works with Indigenous and northern communities, territorial and regional governments and other stakeholders to identify priorities for climate change adaptation in the North. The program provides support to northern communities and organizations to help them adapt to climate change impacts by funding the following types of projects:

• vulnerability and risk assessment of climate change impacts

• development of hazard maps and adaptation plans

• development of adaptation options

• implementation of non-structural and structural adaptation measures

Examples of non-structural include:

• development of new bylaws for land management or community development plans that take into account climate change

• revision of procedures for proper drainage, snow build-up removal along homes or roads

• creation of a guide or best practices document related to climate change adaptation

Examples of structural measures include:

• redesign, retrofit or upgrade of vulnerable or at-risk infrastructure assets (such as community building, community housing, and water and wastewater facilities) in areas affected by permafrost degradation

• implementation of flood-proof standards for communities in flood risk areas

• implementation of coastal erosion prevention measures for infrastructure at risk

Who can apply?

• Indigenous and northern communities in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut

• territorial and regional governments

• Indigenous and northern organizations

• academic organizations such as universities and colleges

• non-governmental organizations

This program supports climate change adaption projects in the North. First Nation communities on reserve, south of the 60th parallel, looking for funding for climate change adaption projects should consult the First Nation Adapt Program.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

Reach:

• Pan-Northern

Host | Contact:

• Council of Yukon First Nations, Indigenous Liaison, merran.smith@cyfn.net

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Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program

This program is designed to build capacity for climate change adaptation by funding community-designed and driven projects. This program funds First Nations and Inuit communities’ efforts to build capacity to adapt to the health impacts of climate change.

There are two streams for the program:

• Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program North

• Climate Change and Health Adaptation Program South for First Nations South of 60°N

Supporting projects focusing on human health and a changing climate, the program enables communities to:

• develop and implement health-related adaptation or action plans

• develop knowledge-building and communication materials

• support adaptation decision-making at the local, regional and national levels

Some of the areas of adaptation and research that past projects have examined include:

• food security and access to country food

• documentation of traditional medicines

• engagement of Elders and youth

• safety while on the land

• impacts of extreme weather events

• emergency preparedness

• access to safe drinking water

• impacts of climate change on women and mental health

FOOD SYSTEM THEME:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

RESOURCE THEME:

• Funding

REACH:

• Pan-Northern

HOST | CONTACT:

• Council of Yukon First Nations, Indigenous Liaison, merran.smith@cyfn.net

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Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CANOR)

CanNor has a dedicated team of professional staff across the three territories and works alongside its partners and stakeholders to foster northern economic development. Past support has included helping to build community gardens and greenhouses which act as economic initiatives for communities, including many other community development or business development projects.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

Reach:

• Yukon-Wide | Pan-Northern

Host | Contact:

• Economic Development Officer, Jillian MacIsaac | Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) Yukon Region | cannor.ytinfo.cannor@canada.ca | 867-667-3313

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Canadian Agriculture Partnership (CAP) Program

CAP is a five-year, $3 billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the agriculture and agri-food sector. Communities and entities can apply for grants related to food system projects/businesses/education/etc.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

Reach:

• Yukon-Wide | Pan-Northern

Host | Contact:

• Branch Administrator, Temesha Debler | Yukon Government (Energy, Mines and Resources - Agriculture Branch) | temesha.debler@gov.yk.ca | 867-667-5272

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Apply for a Subsidy to Hire a Summer Student

The Student Training and Employment Program (STEP) and Summer Career Placement programs off wage subsidies to hire students.

Food System Theme:

• Food System Coordination, Policy and Networks

Resource Theme:

• Funding

• Training

Reach:

Yukon-Wide

Host | Contact:

Government of Yukon | terilee.huff@gov.yk.ca | 867-667-8555

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AgPal - Online Program and Service Finder Tool for Agriculture

A web-based discovery tool to help producers and others in the agriculture and agri-business sector. Search the tool by region for services and programs related to growing, subsidizing the hiring of farmhands, getting veterinary help, applying for grazing land, and more!

FOOD SYSTEM THEME:

• Production and Harvesting

• Food Skills, Knowledge and Culture

RESOURCE THEME:

• Networking/Information Sharing

• Training

• Research

• Policy/Strategy

• Funding

REACH:

• National

HOST | CONTACT:

• agpal-agriguichet@canada.ca

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