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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T10:56:27Z",
  "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": "Black Business Initiative Society: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/black-business-initiative-society/",
    "summary": "40 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $61.4M with Black Business Initiative Society, 2006–2026.",
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        "value": 40,
        "unit": "count"
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        "label": "value",
        "value": 61400000,
        "unit": "money",
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        "display": "$61.4M"
      },
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        "label": "departments",
        "value": 3,
        "unit": "count"
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      {
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        "value": 12,
        "unit": "count"
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    "text": [
      "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",
      "Pan-Atlantic support for Black entrepreneurs",
      "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",
      "Core operational funding for April 1, 2009 - March 31, 2014",
      "Provide multi-year funding support from 2023 to 2026",
      "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.",
      "Provide operational funding for three fiscal years, April 1, 2020 - March 31, 2023",
      "Provide operational support to deliver business programming from 2026 to 2028",
      "Provide operational funding for 2017-2020",
      "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",
      "Provide core operational funding (April 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015)",
      "Provide core operational funding April 1, 2015-March 31, 2016",
      "Provide core operational funding for April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017",
      "Establish the Africville Community Trust",
      "The objectives of the Labour Funding Program are to: • promote respect for fundamental labour rights and international obligations through capacity building of labour administrations and exchange of good practice in the areas of labour relations and working conditions; • develop and transfer knowledge on effective approaches to address the labour dimensions of globalization in Canada and internationally; • strengthen relationships that foster collaboration, partnership, alliances and networks to address labour issues; • support the capacity of governments, labour and management, and employe",
      "Anti-Racism Action Program",
      "Provide assistance to mitigate impacts of Covid-19",
      "Multiculturalism Program",
      "Undertake upgrades to the Black Cultural Centre and sponsor International African Bazaar",
      "Implement the Nova Scotia Black Cultural Tourism project",
      "Black Business Summit 2006 to be held in Halifax",
      "Black Business Summit 2008",
      "The Youth Employment Strategy is the Government of Canada's commitment to help young people, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to make a successful transition to the workplace.",
      "The Youth Employment Strategy is the Government of Canada's commitment to help young people, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to make a successful transition to the workplace.",
      "Plan to enhance black business growth in construction sector",
      "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.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "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.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth 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. The CSJ program is delivered by the Department of ESD.",
      "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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        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/"
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      {
        "name": "Halifax West",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/12006-halifax-west/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Employment and Social Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/employment-and-social-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Halifax",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/12005-halifax/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/atlantic-canada-opportunities-agency/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Canadian Heritage",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/canadian-heritage/"
      }
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    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-0IRVT3H1SH",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"Black Business Initiative Society: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/black-business-initiative-society/"
  }
}