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  "retrieved": "2026-10-16T13:52:53Z",
  "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",
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    "name": "Venture for Canada Fellowship Institute: federal grants and contributions",
    "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/venture-for-canada-fellowship-institute/",
    "summary": "17 federal grant and contribution agreements worth $101M with Venture for Canada Fellowship Institute, 2014–2025.",
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        "value": 101000000,
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        "display": "$101M"
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        "value": 3,
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        "value": 9,
        "unit": "count"
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      "The objective of the WIL Initiatives is to drive systemic change in the skills development system at the PSE level, to effectively align technical, foundational and “work-ready” skills of PSE students with the skills required by Canadian employers – demonstrated by an increase in incremental and sustainable WIL opportunities in sectors targeted by the program; and the continuation of collaborative and innovative partnerships. .",
      "The objective of the WIL Initiatives is to drive systemic change in the skills development system at the PSE level, to effectively align technical, foundational and “work-ready” skills of PSE students with the skills required by Canadian employers – demonstrated by an increase in incremental and sustainable WIL opportunities in sectors targeted by the program; and the continuation of collaborative and innovative partnerships. .",
      "The objective of the WIL Initiatives is to drive systemic change in the skills development system at the PSE level, to effectively align technical, foundational and “work-ready” skills of PSE students with the skills required by Canadian employers – demonstrated by an increase in incremental and sustainable WIL opportunities in sectors targeted by the program; and the continuation of collaborative and innovative partnerships.",
      "The objective of the WIL Initiatives is to drive systemic change in the skills development system at the PSE level, to effectively align technical, foundational and “work-ready” skills of PSE students with the skills required by Canadian employers – demonstrated by an increase in incremental and sustainable WIL opportunities in sectors targeted by the program; and the continuation of collaborative and innovative partnerships.",
      "Recruit, train and support recent graduates to work at innovative SMEs",
      "Recruit, train, and support recent graduates to work at innovative SMEs",
      "Match recent graduates to SME start-ups for a two-year employment period",
      "Expand the Venture for Canada Fellowship Program to British Columbia",
      "Match recent Canadian university graduates with high growth firms",
      "Place six Fellows in start-ups, with training, support and mentorship",
      "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": "University–Rosedale",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35112-university-rosedale/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Employment and Social Development Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/employment-and-social-development-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/atlantic-canada-opportunities-agency/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Western Economic Diversification Canada",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/department/western-economic-diversification-canada/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Yellowhead",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/34-yellowhead/"
      },
      {
        "name": "University–Rosedale",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35110-university-rosedale/"
      },
      {
        "name": "Spadina–Fort York",
        "url": "https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/riding/35101-spadina-fort-york/"
      }
    ],
    "assay_record": "ASY-CA-14UN3LP0DW",
    "cite_as": "Assay Systems, \"Venture for Canada Fellowship Institute: federal grants and contributions\", https://assay-systems.com/register/ca/grants/r/venture-for-canada-fellowship-institute/"
  }
}