Building Pathways to Farmland Access: Inclusive Prosperity’s Tiverton Agricultural Project
Opening the Gate: Access and Opportunity
Inclusive Prosperity is excited to announce the launch of the Tiverton Farmland Access and Agricultural Project — an initiative designed to eliminate systemic barriers in agriculture and food entrepreneurship for racialized and equity-deserving communities.
In collaboration with the Ontario Farmland Trust (OFT) and the Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO), Inclusive Prosperity has recently acquired a 37-acre farm (13 workable acres) in Tiverton, Ontario. This milestone represents a significant step toward ensuring that racialized and equity-deserving farmers have real, equitable access to farmland and the opportunity to build sustainable, profitable agricultural businesses in Canada.
Located at 2 Alma Street, Tiverton, Ontario (N0G 2T0), this pilot project invites both new and experienced farmers to apply for access to affordable farmland and on-site accommodation through Inclusive Prosperity.
Land access starts at just $165 per acre per year. All participants of the program will have the opportunity to:
Access farmland for crop production, livestock rearing, and/or beekeeping
Receive support and guidance from Inclusive Prosperity’s Sustainable Agriculture Field Lead
Enrol in the Farmer Field School (FFS) — a complementary hands-on learning program that combines virtual and field-based training
(Optional) Reside in on-site farmhouse accommodation
Who Can Apply
This initiative is specifically designed to support farmers from African, Indigenous, and other racialized or equity-deserving communities who are looking to grow their agricultural enterprises.
As such, applicants must:
Identify as a member of an equity-deserving community
Demonstrate an interest in crop production, livestock, or beekeeping
Be willing to work collaboratively and respectfully within a shared farming environment
Commit to appropriate land maintenance and stewardship duties
Agree to land-use, safety, and partnership agreements with Inclusive Prosperity and the Ontario Farmland Trust
Please also note that access to the on-site farmhouse is reserved for those who are actively renting farmland through the program.
Cultivating Equity, Sustainability, and Community
The Tiverton project embodies Inclusive Prosperity’s commitment to fostering a more inclusive and sustainable agricultural ecosystem. It offers not only access to land but also a network of mentorship, technical support, and education — creating pathways for long-term growth and community resilience.
Whether you’re a beginner seeking your first land opportunity or an established farmer looking to expand, this project provides a unique, supportive environment to grow your enterprise while contributing to a community-led vision for equitable farmland access in Ontario.
Apply Now
Inclusive Prosperity invites interested farmers to apply for farmland access, accommodation, and participation in this groundbreaking project.
Click here to complete the application form.
Together, let’s build a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable agricultural future.
Inclusive Prosperity acknowledges that our Tiverton Farm is located within the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Territory, the shared treaty and traditional lands of the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation (Neyaashiinigmiing).
We recognize and honour the original caretakers of this land, whose deep knowledge, stewardship, and relationship with the soil, water, plants, and animals have sustained life here for generations. Farming and food production have long been integral to Indigenous ways of knowing and living — practices rooted in reciprocity, respect, and balance.
As we cultivate the Tiverton Farm, we commit to upholding these principles of stewardship and reciprocity, learning from and building respectful relationships with the Saugeen Ojibway Nation and Indigenous communities. We aim to engage in agricultural practices that honour the land’s history, nurture its health, and contribute to a just, sustainable, and inclusive food future for all.
The project is funded by the Agricultural Workforce Equity and Diversity Initiative (AWEDI) through the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture (OMAFRA).
