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OIDP: Implementation of Strategic Initiatives Subprogram
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Program Contact Name: Susan MacKinnon Email: sdmackinnon@gov.pe.ca Phone: 314-0825 |
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The Implementation of Strategic Initiatives Sub-Program will provide support to organizations to develop and coordinate projects that will increase the organic sector’s strategic capacity. The sub-program will allow organizations, which represent PEI organic stakeholders, to implement collaborative efforts for increasing sector capacity, consumer awareness of organic products and market access for Prince Edward Island organic products.
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS
- PEI Certified Organic Producers Cooperative
- Atlantic Canadian Organic Regional Network
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES:
Costs associated with development of projects that increase the strategic capacity of the organization, capture emerging opportunities or address challenges faced by the sector.
Eligible Expenses:
- consultant fees
- salaries
- project development costs
- implementation and management costs
- materials and supplies
- administration /overhead fee (maximum of 10% of total eligible costs)
The eligibility of all expenses is at the discretion of the organic review committee.
Ineligible Expenses
- capital equipment purchases
- items that can be used for multiple purposes (ie. digital camera, GPS, smartphones)
ASSISTANCE
The Implementation of Strategic Initiatives Sub-Program will fund 70% of the eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 per initiative. However, the department reserves the right to increase the funding level or the program share, based on industry impact and/or current industry trends.
The PEI Department of Agriculture and Forestry will evaluate all project submissions and at its discretion may chose to limit funds associated with any of the program elements and may refuse projects even if they meet the minimum eligibility criteria.
The applicants must identify key performance indicators, outline a reporting schedule and payment based on reaching the identified milestones.
APPLICATION AND APPROVAL PROCESS
Complete the Implementation of Strategic Initiatives Application form addressing each of the areas provided in the template.
Projects submissions will be reviewed on an on-going basis. Proposals will be accepted until funds are fully committed.
CLAIMING PROCESS
To be reimbursed, applicants must submit a claim form to the Prince Edward Island
Department of Agriculture and Forestry with invoices and proof of payment, project report and a program evaluation.
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Forms
| Organic Industry Development Program: Implementation of Strategic Initiatives - Application Form |
