Powered and funded by FCC, this initiative aims to identify and support the development of solutions that improve the affordability of food, notably through technology, circular economy approaches, or territorial initiatives. Projects should explore solutions addressing the current impacts of economic, social, territorial or technological mechanisms on food costs, while maintaining nutritional quality, food safety and minimal environmental impact.

Key information

• Funding available: up to $50,000
• Project duration: 18 to 24 months
• Eligibility: The principal investigator must be affiliated with Université Laval. Co-investigators may come from other institutions.
• Encouraged collaborations: intersectoral and partnerships with community or industry stakeholders.

Discover the full call document here: AP abordabilité FINAL

Submission Procedure

1. Complete the submission form: Formulaire de dépôt final
2. Submission deadline: may 29
3. For any questions, please contact Marie-Ève Collard. Please include “Submission for the Affordability Call for Projects” in the email subject line.
   
   

Information Session

 An online information session will be held on March 29 at 13:00 p.m.
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We invite you to submit a project and contribute to this unifying initiative aimed at making local, healthy and sustainable food more accessible for everyone.