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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T11:08:56Z",
  "source": "Assay Systems register, https://assay-systems.com/register/",
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    "name": "Canadian Organic Growers Inc.: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/canadian-organic-growers-inc/",
    "summary": "11 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $1.4M with Canadian Organic Growers Inc., 2006–2026.",
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        "value": 7,
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      "The objective of this project is to identify steps that are needed to breakdown barriers with the supply chain and help the Canadian organic industry realize its economic potential while providing Canadian consumers with locally produced organic food.",
      "This project aims to build farmer capacity by making on-farm benchmarking a standard management tool and expanding farmer-led Communities of Practice. They aim to equip producers with practical resources, peer networks, and leadership training to improve soil health, business resilience, and data-driven decision making—empowering them to meet rising environmental, economic, and market demands.",
      "The objective of this project is to increase consumer awareness on organic and regenerative agriculture in Canada and to also increase the sector’s understanding of what motivates consumers to support Canadian organic producers.",
      "The Youth Green Jobs Initiatives under the Green Internships Stream of the Career Focus Program helps an individual acquire experience in the agricultural sector.",
      "This project aims to provide a youth with some work experience in the agriculture and agri-food sector.",
      "This project aims to provide a youth with some work experience in the agriculture and agri-food 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."
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        "name": "Ottawa Centre",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35075-ottawa-centre/"
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      {
        "name": "Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/agriculture-and-agri-food-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Canadian Heritage",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/canadian-heritage/"
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      {
        "name": "Employment and Social Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/employment-and-social-development-canada/"
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    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-17IL6R904F",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"Canadian Organic Growers Inc.: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/canadian-organic-growers-inc/"
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