Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Wild Rice Cultivation and Processing Operation
Agreement Number:
IAFSI-032
Agreement Value:
$19,925.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Description:
The objective of this project is to develop a feasibility study to explore the viability of developing a wild rice cultivation and processing operation as a major economic development opportunity for the community.
Organization:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results of The objective of this project are to increase the first nation's capacity to participate in agriculture and to generate economic development opportunities for the community; skills development; knowledge sharing; and job creation.
Location:
Nipigon, Ontario, CA P0T2J0
Reference Number:
235-2020-2021-Q4-00187
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
0000000000
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Recipient's Legal Name:
Red Rock First Nation
Program:
Indigenous Agriculture and Food Systems Initiative (IAFSI)
Program Purpose:
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.
NAICS Code:
11116