Grants and Contributions:
The project aims to plan and design a physical space that, once constructed, would support Indigenous agri-tourism by: promoting and enhancing products, services and brands; fostering the transfer of knowledge of Indigenous agricultural and culinary practices; and increasing support and showcasing Indigenous farmers, harvesters and producers on Manitoulin Island.
Amendment#1 reflects a change on completion date, on the work plan (Schedule A) and Budget distribution (Schedule B)
The Indigenous Agriculture and Food Systems Initiative (IAFSI) will support Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs who are
ready to launch agriculture and food systems projects and others who want to build their capacity to participate in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector. The objective of the IAFSI is to increase economic development opportunities for Indigenous
Peoples’ by building their capacity to participate and succeed in the Sector.