Full-Time
Senior Relationship Manager
Agriculture Commercial Financing
Farm Credit Canada
1,001-5,000 employees
Federal Crown corporation financing Canadian agriculture
Compensation Overview
CA$94.6k - CA$128k/yr
Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Hybrid
Hybrid work options are available; travel to customer operations is required.
Bachelor's
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- A degree in agriculture, business, commerce, or a related field is required.
- Four to six years of experience in agricultural finance, lending, credit analysis, business development, or sales, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
- Experience managing or supporting complex customer portfolios, including structuring financing solutions, is required.
- Strong financial analysis and credit risk assessment skills are required, including interpreting financial statements and developing lending recommendations.
- Sound judgment and decision-making within established frameworks are required.
- Proven ability to build and maintain business relationships with customers, centres of influence, and community partners is required.
- Experience developing and executing business development or sales strategies is required.
- A valid driver's licence and the ability to travel are required.
- Passion for agriculture and knowledge of farming operations or agribusiness environments are required.
- Work with customers to build financing packages that meet their business needs.
- Be accountable for the execution of loans, including sales, loan structure, gathering and preparing financial documentation, securing approvals, and collaborating with internal teams to successfully complete financing.
- Lead complex lending solutions, including advanced financial analysis, credit risk assessment, and structured financing, while coordinating and collaborating with internal teams to deliver successful outcomes.
- Mentor and coach team members, supporting consistency and excellence.
- Build relationships with FCC customers and internal partners.
- Identify opportunities to build the loan portfolio.
- Travel to customer operations to understand their business and provide tailored advice.
- Build a presence in the local agricultural community through networking, industry events, and partnerships.
- Customer service experience, ideally in a financial, agricultural, or advisory setting.
- Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset.
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is a federal Crown corporation fully invested in Canadian agriculture and food. It provides financing, insurance, software, learning programs, and other business services to producers, agribusiness owners, and agri-food entrepreneurs across Canada, supported by 100 offices and a headquarters in Regina. FCC’s products help farmers and agri-food businesses fund operations, manage risk, and improve capabilities through software and learning programs. The company differentiates itself by its 100% focus on Canadian agriculture, nationwide footprint, and a culture centered on teamwork, leadership, respect, and accountability, along with being a top employer. FCC aims to help the Canadian agriculture sector grow and succeed by offering financial services and business resources tailored to producers and agribusinesses.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Regina, Canada
Founded
1959
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- February 10, 2026 coalition commitments added up to C$7 billion by 2030.
- July 22, 2026 CropPlan+ deepens AgExpert lock-in with scenario planning on farm data.
- June 3, 2026 Farm Lending Canada investment expands FCC's succession and transition financing reach.
What critics are saying
- FCC's Canadian agriculture concentration ties credit losses directly to Prairie droughts and commodity shocks.
- March 20, 2026 fertilizer shocks and trade disruptions can trigger borrower stress and restructurings.
- If Ottawa pushes FCC into subsidy finance, underwriting discipline erodes and capital becomes politicized.
What makes Farm Credit Canada unique
- FCC is Canada's Crown-ag lender, with a C$63 billion portfolio and policy backing.
- FCC bundles lending, AgExpert software, and industry intelligence inside one relationship.
- FCC can deploy countercyclical relief, like its March 20, 2026 Trade Disruption program.
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Venture capital for food-tech Innovation is shifting flow, report finds. The Canadian Food Innovation Network today released its report covering the nation's food-tech ecosystem. Across the first half of 2026, nearly 50 fundraising events have generated more than $60M in capital for food-tech companies nationwide. British Columbia saw the biggest raise of the second quarter by far. In March, Vancouver-based agtech company Miraterra raised $16 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by At One Ventures with participation from Farm Credit Canada, S2G Investments, the Sitka Foundation, and iSelect. Miraterra is building what it describes as a full-stack measurement platform for soil, combining spectroscopy, genomics, and machine learning to generate more comprehensive environmental data. The startup's proprietary "Digitizer" device integrates Raman spectroscopy and AI to analyze soil and food, aiming to improve how agricultural systems are measured and managed. Miraterra's sizeable round accounted for roughly half of all fundraising secured by Canadian food-techs during the second quarter of 2026. The company's big raise reflects a broader shift in food-tech, suggests CFIN's report. Over the past decade, the sector was dominated by consumer-facing apps, meal kits, and restaurant software; these categories of company are no longer raising capital, at least in Canada. Lately, capital has been flowing into areas like advanced manufacturing, food traceability technologies, and next-gen ingredient innovations, according to the report, with more than 90% of financing earmarked for these categories. In particular, recent developments in food automation could see a first-of-its-kind autonomous factory in Canada. Earlier this month, CFIN awarded more than $700,000 to eight food-tech projects through its Innovation Booster Program, including BC-based FabriSight Solutions.
FCC supports mental health in the ag community. July 16, 2026 Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) has renewed its partnership to sustain and expand the National Farmer Wellness Network (NFWN) Crisis Line, 1-866-FARMS01 (1-866-327-6701). The renewed investment of $1.8 million over three years ($600,000 annually) will allow the program to continue providing tailored, no-cost mental health and crisis support to Canada's farmers, farm families, and agricultural workers. Since launching in February 2025, the National Farmer Wellness Network Crisis Line has connected agricultural workers across Canada with licensed mental health professionals trained through the Canadian Agricultural Literacy Program (CALP), specialists who understand the unique pressures of farming life. The renewal ensures that this vital service continues uninterrupted. Farming remains one of Canada's most demanding occupations. Financial volatility, geographic isolation, unpredictable weather, and the emotional weight of caring for land and livestock create compounding mental health pressures that general support services are often ill-equipped to address. The NFWN Crisis Line was built specifically to meet farmers where they are, and this renewed commitment ensures it will keep doing so. "The response to the National Farmer Wellness Network Crisis Line since its launch has confirmed what we always knew, there is a deep and urgent need for mental health support that speaks the language of farming," says Dr. Briana Hagen, CEO and lead scientist, Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing FCC's renewed investment means The Grower can continue building on this foundation, reaching more farmers and agricultural workers who need immediate, culturally informed support. This partnership is about more than a phone line; it's about ensuring Canada's agricultural community knows it is seen, valued, and never alone." "Farming and ranching asks a lot of people. Behind every operation are individuals and families managing uncertainty, long hours and immense responsibility. That's why FCC is proud to continue its support to the National Farmer Wellness Network so farmers and farm families have access to trusted mental health support from professionals who understand the unique realities of agriculture, whenever they need it," said Justine Hendricks, president and CEO, FCC.
AFPA wraps up a successful Calgary Stampede 2026. The Alberta Food Processors Association (AFPA) is proud to reflect on an incredible 10 days at the 2026 Calgary Stampede. It was an honour to once again be part of one of Alberta's most celebrated events while showcasing the innovation, quality, and strength of our province's food and beverage manufacturing sector. This year, AFPA The Alberta Food Processors Association (AFPA) is proud to reflect on an incredible 10 days at the 2026 Calgary Stampede. It was an honour to once again be part of one of Alberta's most celebrated events while showcasing the innovation, quality, and strength of our province's food and beverage manufacturing sector. This year, AFPA was excited to host the Made in Alberta booth in the BMO Centre, where eight Alberta food and beverage companies showcased and sold their products while connecting with thousands of consumers from Alberta, across Canada, and around the world. The booth provided an outstanding opportunity to introduce visitors to the incredible products being made right here in Alberta and to encourage support for local businesses. AFPA was also proud to partner with Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and the Calgary International Ag Committee on the Made in Alberta Box as part of the Let's Grow Canada initiative. The boxes featured a selection of Alberta-made products that were sampled by attendees, highlighting the quality and diversity of our food and beverage sector. In addition, Alberta-made products were once again featured in the Made in Alberta International Ag Lounge in the Nutrien Centre, giving national and international guests another opportunity to experience the best of Alberta. Beyond showcasing products, AFPA spent the 10 days actively engaging with government, industry leaders, and partners to ensure Alberta's food and beverage manufacturing sector remained front and centre in conversations about the future of our industry. Our team attended numerous meetings and events with Alberta's Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, Tara Sawyer, elected officials, industry leaders, and stakeholders from across the country. AFPA was also proud to attend and participate in the official unveiling of Alberta's new Whisky Label, celebrating another important milestone for Alberta-made products and recognizing the continued growth and success of Alberta's world-class distilling industry. Our team also participated in the Alberta NDP Agriculture Roundtable, attended the Taste of Western Canada event with the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service and government ministers, and took part in many other industry, networking, and policy events throughout Stampede. We would like to thank Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, for taking the time to meet privately with the AFPA team. The meeting provided an important opportunity to discuss the priorities of Alberta's food and beverage processors and reinforce the critical role our sector plays in Canada's economy and food security. Throughout the week, AFPA advocated on behalf of Alberta's food and beverage manufacturers on key issues including trade and tariffs, workforce development, regulatory modernization, investment, funding opportunities, market access, and long-term food security. These direct conversations with government leaders continue to ensure Alberta processors have a strong voice at decision-making tables while advancing practical, achievable solutions that help businesses grow, invest, create jobs, and remain competitive. As Canada's largest manufacturing industry, food and beverage processing is essential to building a strong, resilient economy. Calgary Stampede provided an exceptional opportunity to strengthen relationships, celebrate Alberta-made success stories, and demonstrate how Alberta food and beverage companies can continue to be part of the solution to feeding Canada and the world. Thank you to our members, partners, exhibitors, volunteers, and everyone who visited the Made in Alberta booth or participated in our events throughout the week. Your support helps showcase the incredible companies and products that make Alberta's food and beverage manufacturing sector one of the strongest in the country. We look forward to building on the momentum from Calgary Stampede 2026 as we continue working to grow, protect, and connect Alberta's food and beverage manufacturing industry. Alberta Food Processors Association 5123 Marian Road NE Calgary, AB T2A 2Y1 Food Safety Workplace Safety
Helping more farmers through transition with fcc's investment in Farm Lending Canada. Jun 03, 2026, 10:00 ET CHATHAM, ON, June 3, 2026 /CNW/ - Farm Lending Canada (FLC) today announced an investment from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) that will help expand access to financing for Canadian farmers. This is a component of FCC's recently announced commitment to deploy $2 billion to enhance innovation in Canadian agriculture and food by 2030, to help scale breakthrough solutions and strengthen food security. That includes solutions that address critical challenges like farm transition and succession, which are central to the future of Canadian agriculture. Supporting these transitions aligns with FCC's commitment to keep family farms strong. "We are proud to receive this strategic investment from FCC at a time when Canadian farmers need our help more than ever," said Robb Nelson, Chief Executive Officer of FLC. "The changing global landscape has put a great deal of stress on the men and women who put food on our tables. We are here for them now and will continue to be a source of capital for them into the future. With this capital, we will now be able to expand our existing loan portfolio and increase our ability to help Canadian farmers." Founded in 2019, FLC provides financing to Canadian farming operations in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island and Saskatchewan that may not have access to traditional lending options. Since its inception, FLC has helped over 100 Canadian farming families, with an average loan size of more than $2 million. FLC works closely with its agricultural borrowers to help strengthen their financial position and transition them back to conventional financing. FLC's team of leading agricultural specialists provide guidance to borrowers to ensure they effectively manage debt levels and optimize their businesses. Through this investment from FCC, FLC aims to address the growing need for alternative funding sources that support stability, transition, and succession for farming families across the country. "Our strong Canadian agriculture sector depends on farmers having reliable access to capital to support growth, manage transition and navigate change," said Adam Smalley, Managing Director, FCC Capital. "Partnerships like this help more producers get access to the capital they need to transition their operations, and reflect the importance of working together to support the people building the agriculture and food sector." FCC's investment builds on FLC's existing strategic relationships, further strengthening the company's ability to support the agriculture sector. FLC is focused on raising an additional $200 million in capital over the next 18 months to support Canadian farmers. About Farm Lending: Founded in 2019, Farm Lending Canada is a financial services provider operating nationwide across Canada. The company provides multi strategy lending solutions to the Canadian Agricultural sector through its managed fund, AgriRoots Diversified Lending Fund LP, with the main objective of empowering Canadian farmers and keeping their farms their own. Farm Lending Canada also operates in the residential and commercial space through its subsidiary mortgage brokerage FamilyLending.ca Inc. About Farm Credit Canada FCC is the leading lender in Canadian agriculture and food. We are investing in industry success through innovation, productivity and sustainability. Our customers rely on us for financing, capital, AgExpert management software, knowledge and industry connections. As a trusted partner and commercial Crown corporation that reinvests profits into ag and food, FCC is essential in building a stronger, more prosperous food industry for all Canadians. fcc.ca. SOURCE Farm Lending Canada Press Release contact: Robb Nelson, CEO, Farm Lending Canada, Phone: 519-351-7283 ext. 201, Mobile: 519-436-3353, Email: [email protected]
CHATHAM, ON, June 3, 2026 /CNW/ - Farm Lending Canada (FLC) today announced an investment from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) that will help expand access to financing for Canadian farmers.