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Title:

Inclusive Growth and Networks for Investment, Trade and Economic Linkages- IGNITE

Agreement Number:

7474800 P017175001

Agreement Value:

$16,000,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 31, 2031

Description:

This project aims to create diversified, sustainable and inclusive trade, business and economic opportunities for people in Central America and the Andean region, including women and vulnerable populations. It does so by strengthening public institutions, improving trade, business, and investment policies and programs, and by fostering equitable access to economic opportunities. Project activities include: (1) designing and delivering an on-demand technical assistance deployment platform that quickly responds to emerging needs of stakeholders and engages them at every stage. These stages include defining technical assistance needs, determining the length and format of assignments, and selecting advisors, volunteers and consultants; and (2) delivering hands-on training, mentorships and knowledge exchange workshops by deploying Canadian expert advisors and volunteers, and local experts.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected results of this project include: (1) strengthened governance systems of national and subnational governments and public institutions to foster diversified, inclusive, and sustainable economic opportunities for all, especially women and vulnerable populations; (2) enhanced institutional and market mechanisms that facilitate equitable trade, business, and investment for small and medium-sized enterprises, including women-led enterprises; and (3) improved business-enabling environment led by public and market institutions that strengthens international trade and economic relationships, particularly between Canada and the target countries.

Location:

TORONTO, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

064-2025-2026-Q4-0177

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

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Program:

International Development Assistance program

Program Purpose:

The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.