National Circle For Indigenous Agriculture and Food

08/18/2026

Congratulations, Mistawasis Nêhiyawak!

What a powerful and meaningful day as buffalo returned to Mistawasis Nêhiyawak!

Congratulations to the community on this important step in reconnecting with the buffalo, the land, culture, and future generations. The buffalo were generously gifted by the Louis Bull Tribe, making this return even more special.

Wishing Mistawasis Nêhiyawak all the best in this new chapter of buffalo stewardship!

08/18/2026

Yukon Economic Development Fund page explains eligibility and the application process for the new Economic Development Fund. This fund supports projects and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic benefits to Yukoners and Yukon communities.

08/18/2026

Grow your network. Build your skills. Shape the future of agriculture.

The Canadian Western Agribition Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program connects Saskatchewan’s emerging agriculture leaders with experienced industry mentors for an immersive 18-month experience focused on leadership, business, advocacy, networking and industry knowledge.

Open to Saskatchewan residents aged 18–39, the program is an opportunity to learn, grow and build meaningful connections across the agriculture sector.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://agribition.com/get-involved/next-gen-program/ -id-1

Mentors will be paired with a Mentee based on interest and industry expertise. Mentors will connect with their mentee over the course of the program and are expected to guide, support, and accelerate the mentee’s personal and professional growth while helping them navigate the industry with confid...

08/17/2026

We're Hiring!

The NCIAF is seeking a National Indigenous Engagement Specialist to lead the Indigenous Prairie Bison Initiative, advancing Indigenous food sovereignty, supporting community-led bison development, and building meaningful partnerships across the Prairies.

📍 Regina, SK
💰 $80,000 - $90,000 annually
📅 Application Deadline: August 18, 2026

🔗 View the full job posting and apply:https://nciaf.ca/pub/Career/national-indigenous-engagement-specialist.pdf
📧 Submit your resume to: [email protected]

08/14/2026

Didn’t get a chance to read our latest NCIAF newsletter? No worries — you can explore past editions anytime on our website! Stay up to date with stories, news, and opportunities in Indigenous agriculture.

Read here: https://nciaf.ca/news/newsletter-archive

08/13/2026

Calling all Canadian agri-food and agri-tech innovators! Applications are now open for Bioenterprise Canada's Clean Agri-Tech Accelerator (CATA).

This program supports small and medium-sized businesses developing pre-commercial clean technologies that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen environmental sustainability across Canada's agriculture sector.

Successful applicants may receive:
- Up to $200,000 in non-repayable matching funding
- Mentorship and expert guidance
- Lifecycle assessment support
- Technology validation and demonstration opportunities

If you're advancing an innovative clean agri-tech solution, this could be the opportunity to help bring your technology closer to market.

Letter of Intent Deadline: August 19, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET

Learn more and apply through Bioenterprise Canada.