Title:
Nemaska Smart Farm
Agreement Number:
IAFSI-013
Agreement Value:
$720,854.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 16, 2019 - Mar 31, 2023
Description:
The objective of this project is to develop a business model and social enterprise within Nemaska, through the implementation of an LED-based, smart, vertical farm that would grow fruits and vegetables for sale to the community and external markets.
Organization:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results of this project shall be the successful implementation of new technology in hydroponics using the KAST design. The growing and availability of fresh produce to the community and surrounding region.
Location:
Nemaska, Quebec, CA J0Y3B0
Reference Number:
235-2019-2020-Q4-161
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
107767543
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Amendment#2 reflects a change in the completion date, project work plan and project budget
Amendment Date
Mar 1, 2021
Recipient's Legal Name:
Cree Nation of Nemaska
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.