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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T04:47:50Z",
  "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",
  "data": {
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    "type": "grant",
    "country": "ca",
    "name": "Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/sault-ste-marie-innovation-centre/",
    "summary": "44 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $12.2M with Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre, 2006–2026.",
    "figures": [
      {
        "label": "agreements",
        "value": 44,
        "unit": "count"
      },
      {
        "label": "value",
        "value": 12200000,
        "unit": "money",
        "currency": "CAD",
        "approximate": true,
        "display": "$12.2M"
      },
      {
        "label": "departments",
        "value": 4,
        "unit": "count"
      },
      {
        "label": "programs",
        "value": 9,
        "unit": "count"
      }
    ],
    "text": [
      "A three-year funding distribution program designed to stimulate the development of the agri-food sector by promoting value-added processes and innovative production and processing practices.",
      "Sustainable New Agri-Food Products and Productivity (SNAPP) Program 2023 to 2026",
      "Continuation of the Innovation Acceleration Program, providing training and contributions to regional businesses for digital advancement and technology adoption.",
      "To administer an Innovation Accelerator Program (IAP) through a redistribution agreement.",
      "Boost competitiveness and productivity of SMEs through strategic Artificial Intelligence (AI) training and technology adoption.",
      "Productivity and Scale-up Program for Northern Ontario's Meat Processing Sector, through operational assessments and further distribution for capital costs, aimed at diversifying supply chains",
      "To provide liquidity relief in order to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19.",
      "Agri-Food Innovation Ecosystem project for Algoma leading to technology adoption, export development and business scale-up.",
      "The project will support the agri-food innovation ecosystem by promoting technology adoption, business incubation, and facilitating regional sector planning.",
      "Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN) projects 2023-26 including food processing incubation and market development, horticulture new product development, and beef grazing innovation.",
      "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.",
      "Sustainable Northern Agri-Food Products (SNAP)contributes to equipment costs resulting in the development of new and value-added agri-food products.",
      "Launch pilot Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN) to undertake research, market development and infrastructure projects in agri-food sector.",
      "Support the Innovation Accelerator Program supporting SMEs through small projects to develop entrepreneurs ability to grow their business along the commercialization path or fully into the marketplace",
      "Plan, develop & implement a bioenergy plantation initiative",
      "Implementation of SSM's Smart Energy Strategy.",
      "Discovery 2013 Northern Pavillion.",
      "4 YIP's - data technician, programmers & events coordinator",
      "Establish a Northern Ontario Innovation Pavillion at the Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) Discovery Conference in May 2011",
      "The project will support costs associated with hosting the 2026 North American Maple Syrup Council (NAMSC) conference to promote investment and innovation in this trade sector.",
      "The project will include delivery of a Small Firm Assistance Program (SFAP) and a Professional Services Program (PSP) which will provide early stage SMEs access to business and/or technical support services to assist them in their growth or competitiveness.",
      "Small Business Internships Project in Sault Ste Marie",
      "To hire a Youth Intern to support the planning, execution, and post-event wrap up of the 2026 International Maple Syrup Conference in order to promote growth and innovation in this Northern Ontario sector.",
      "A Regional Innovation Development Intern to advance regional collaboration and innovation and support the implementation and growth of strategic economic development initiatives.",
      "Consultant to develop & implement health informatic initiatives",
      "YI - Smart Energy Strategy",
      "YIP - spatial infection control technician",
      "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, 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, 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."
    ],
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        "name": "grants and contributions register",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Sault Ste. Marie",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35092-sault-ste-marie/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/federal-economic-development-agency-for-northern-ontario/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Algoma—Manitoulin—Kapuskasing",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35002-algoma-manitoulin-kapuskasing/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Sault Ste. Marie—Algoma",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35091-sault-ste-marie-algoma/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Employment and Social Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/employment-and-social-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/innovation-science-and-economic-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "National Research Council Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/national-research-council-canada/"
      }
    ],
    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-1P3ZE9G0N3",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/sault-ste-marie-innovation-centre/"
  }
}