Agribusiness
With nearly 400 working farms, agriculture is an important industry and economic driver in our community – and helps support Ontario’s food supply.
This page is a one-stop resource for employment opportunities, funding and financing, government programs and industry news.
This page is a one-stop resource for residents looking to source local farm-fresh food. It’s also a resource for the agriculture industry with information on employment opportunities, funding and financing, government websites, and industry news.
Resources
Government of Canada - Step up to the Plate
Jobs in agriculture and agri-food include positions on farms, in food and beverage manufacturing, in distribution and much more. They are diverse, rewarding and employ many skill sets. Use the link below to search for employment resource sites.
Agriculture and Food Jobs in Ontario
Created by the Government of Ontario, this website contains links to jobs in agriculture and the food industry, industry organizations and training resources.
Ontario Federation of Agriculture - Feeding Your Future
This is a tool to assist job seekers looking for work in the agriculture sector, including virtual job fair information, a job matching concierge and webinars.
AgCareers
Search for jobs and internships, post a resume, access employment resources and download the Ag and Food
Career Guide.
Government of Canada Youth Employment and Skills Program
The Youth Employment and Skills Program provides a wage subsidy to employers who hire youth for agricultural jobs. The program offers wage and relocation support.
Industry News
AgriSuccess Magazine
AgriSuccess Magazine helps Canadian producers advance their farm management practices. Learn from producers and industry experts and get practical advice, real-life examples and innovative ideas.
Canadian Federation of Agriculture
Weekly updates on COVID-19 as it relates to Canadian agriculture.
Government of Ontario News - Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
News releases from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs relating to COVID-19.
Ontario Spirit - A Celebration of Local Food Collaboration
Report by the provincial government about the successes in the agri-food industry during COVID-19.
Funding for Farmers
Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association
The OSCIA is an organization which works to deliver a multitude of cost-sharing programs in order to support local farmers with their farming initiatives.
The Canadian Government
The Canadian Government offers payment programs, loans, and other funding opportunities to support
agriculture nation-wide.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
This branch of the Ontario government directs its attention to providing funding and support to farms across Ontario.
Fair Financial Fund
This social finance fund supports Ontario’s local food and farm sector through loans and investment opportunities
