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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T16:12:42Z",
  "source": "Assay Systems register, https://assay-systems.com/register/",
  "access_notice": "On 15 November 2026, automated access to assay-systems.com closes. After that date, access is available only under a paid annual subscription contract. Contact: contact@assay-systems.com",
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    "name": "AFRICAN CANADIAN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COUNCIL: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/african-canadian-civic-engagement-council/",
    "summary": "14 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $9.4M with AFRICAN CANADIAN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COUNCIL, 2020–2026.",
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        "value": 9400000,
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        "display": "$9.4M"
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        "label": "departments",
        "value": 6,
        "unit": "count"
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        "label": "programs",
        "value": 12,
        "unit": "count"
      }
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    "text": [
      "Foster entrepreneurship amongst at risk Black youth in Edmonton and area",
      "Foster entrepreneurship amongst at risk Black youth in Edmonton and area",
      "Expand entrepreneurship program delivery to Black youth entrepreneurs in Edmonton",
      "The Impact of Race and Culture Assessment (IRCA) Expansion Project aims to expand African Canadian Civic Engagement Council's capacity to deliver IRCAs across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia. The project will enhance the training program's design, deliver the enhanced training, and expand geographic reach to underserved regions. Other project activities will include raising awareness amongst judicial professionals and fostering community involvement.",
      "The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.",
      "The project will deliver culturally competent and trauma-informed navigation services for Black adults in Edmonton. Individual support will be provided to Black adults navigating the criminal justice system, in addition to holistic referral services.",
      "Through this 30-month project, the African Canadian Civic Engagement Council will help advance women’s representation in leadership and decision-making roles through systemic change. Specifically, the project will address systemic barriers for racialized women and women of African descent within governance roles. This will be achieved through education and training, mentorship, outreach and policy advocacy, and partnership development. An external evaluator will measure and assess the impact of the project.",
      "Community Support, Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program - Multi Inter-Action - Projects",
      "Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - CAHAP - Projects",
      "Anti-Racism Action Program",
      "The objectives of the Program are to; support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges; develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation, p",
      "Multiculturalism Program",
      "Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - MARP - Events",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills."
    ],
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      {
        "name": "in the contract register",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/african-canadian-civic-engagement-council/"
      },
      {
        "name": "grants and contributions register",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Edmonton Mill Woods",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/48017-edmonton-mill-woods/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Prairies Economic Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/prairies-economic-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Edmonton Centre",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/14-edmonton-centre/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Western Economic Diversification Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/western-economic-diversification-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Edmonton Centre",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/48015-edmonton-centre/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Department of Justice Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/department-of-justice-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Employment and Social Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/employment-and-social-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Women and Gender Equality Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/women-and-gender-equality-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Canadian Heritage",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/canadian-heritage/"
      }
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    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-1W3SPW20W9",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"AFRICAN CANADIAN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COUNCIL: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/african-canadian-civic-engagement-council/"
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