Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Feasibility Study for ViaOrganix Hi-Tech Worm Farm - Youth Internship
Agreement Number:
980828
Agreement Value:
$50,000.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 4, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022
Description:
The project aims to convert the burden of organic waste in New Brunswick into worm food to feed a large number of earthworms raised in a worm farm, which will produce the worm casting, a highly beneficial and profitable organic soil amendment. The feasibility study is essential for justifying the economic viability of the system.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Location:
Saint John, New Brunswick, CA E2L 1A9
Reference Number:
172-2021-2022-Q3-980828
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
837346832
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
VNB Enterprises Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Saint John--Rothesay
Federal Riding Number:
13009
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Coverage:
IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
541330