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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T10:38:09Z",
  "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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    "type": "grant",
    "country": "ca",
    "name": "Petra Hygienic Systems International Limited: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/petra-hygienic-systems-international-limited/",
    "summary": "13 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $1.4M with Petra Hygienic Systems International Limited, 2019–2025.",
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        "value": 1400000,
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        "display": "$1.4M"
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        "label": "departments",
        "value": 2,
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        "label": "programs",
        "value": 5,
        "unit": "count"
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    "text": [
      "To support the implementation of a fully automated production system powered by an AI Generative Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) engine.",
      "With the use of a comprehensive gap analysis, Petra will develop and deploy novel solutions and the people necessary to build a digitally transformative and resilient supply chain. By mining the newly captured data underlying Petra’s supply-chain, Petra will measure certain KPI’s (Inventory Turnover Ratio, Days Inventory Outstanding, Days Payable Outstanding, Total Product Cycle Time, and Cash Conversion Cycle) to control and improve the financial health of the organization.",
      "Develop an in-house proprietary skincare formulation that optimizes the ability to metabolize nutrients in the skin through transdermal delivery using two processes: passive diffusion through the stratum corneum and release into the hair follicle due to applying nanoparticle encapsulation technology to the ingredient, all while maintaining boundaries within the cosmetic labelling regulations.",
      "Develop an in-house proprietary cross-platform QMS (Quality Management Software) application using .NET, Angular, & MSSQL technologies with full MRP functionality that seamlessly amalgamates the GMP compliance in all the facets of manufacturing within the ERP ecosystem.",
      "Petra will be leveraging PowerBI and the different Databases related to all paid marketing initiatives (Google Suite, Amazon, Shopify, Mailchimp, and Sage 300) to create a suite of reports to gain insight into the ROAS and profitability of the marketing teams efforts. The candidate’s role in this project will be to learn the databases and respective tables with the oversight of Petra’s marketing manager and operations manager. They will take this knowledge, and their knowledge of SQL and PowerBI to create the reporting suite for the marketing team.",
      "Petra will be developing a new line of skincare products that are natural, targeted to the hospitality vertical. Optimal/Natural ingredients will be researched and chosen to improve skin and to meet Petra customer’s requirements. The candidate’s role in this project will be: researching the raw materials, sourcing raw materials, testing the authenticity of the raw materials, and creating initial lab samples for managers review.",
      "The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.",
      "Petra will be developing new retail lines of skincare products that are high-end and natural. Optimal ingredients will be researched and chosen to improve skin and to meet Petra customer’s requirements.",
      "Petra will be developing a new line of facial products that are targeted at Generation Z and Millennials. Ingredients will be researched and chosen to improve skin and to meet this young target demographic.",
      "This project supports the expansion of in-house regulatory capabilities at Petra Hygienic Systems through the integration of a full-time Regulatory Affairs Associate focused on compliance activities related to cosmetic product safety, labelling, and environmental reporting.",
      "Stability Testing Program Enhancement for Product Quality and Client Support",
      "The purpose of this CanExport SMEs agreement is to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for activities related to export market development that are part of an export business case for a specific target market, particularly where activities are targeting departmental priority markets and sectors.",
      "The Project will support development of intellectual property capacity within the Firm."
    ],
    "records": [
      {
        "name": "grants and contributions register",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Sudbury East—Manitoulin—Nickel Belt",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35104-sudbury-east-manitoulin-nickel-belt/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/federal-economic-development-agency-for-southern-ontario/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Thornhill",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35106-thornhill/"
      },
      {
        "name": "National Research Council Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/national-research-council-canada/"
      }
    ],
    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-00VC9VZ1LC",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"Petra Hygienic Systems International Limited: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/petra-hygienic-systems-international-limited/"
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}