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Title:

515279

Agreement Number:

515279

Agreement Value:

$38,423,700.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2029

Description:

Actua is a national organization, that supports, delivers and advocates for youth engagement in STEM programming to build their confidence and skills.

Organization:

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Expected Results:

Immediate:
- Interdisciplinary and equity-focused research, training and learning is conducted;
- Increased collaboration among academia, research institutes, non-profit, private and public sector, and diverse international and community organizations;
Intermediate:
- Scientific knowledge is produced and disseminated to diverse end users;
- Scientific literacy and scientific skills are developed among diverse target populations;
Ultimate:
- Scientific research and innovation produces economic, societal and health benefits; and
Skilled, diverse people fulfill industry and societal needs.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1N5M5

Reference Number:

033-2024-2025-Q1-515279

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

140573320

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

2024/25 to 2028/29,

Recipient's Operating Name:

Actua

Recipient's Legal Name:

Actua

Federal Riding Name:

Ottawa--Vanier

Federal Riding Number:

35078

Program:

SSF - Talent Development

Program Purpose:

The Strategic Science Fund (SSF) aims to mobilize the expertise and resources of independent science and research not-for-profit organizations to enhance Canada's science, technology and innovation (ST&I) excellence. SSF investments will achieve results for Canadians by addressing critical needs, such as supporting Canada's knowledge economy, in areas or in ways that advance federal objectives. The SSF program is jointly administered by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and Health Canada, via a Program Management Committee and Steering Committee.

NAICS Code:

541710