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Title:

Youth - Optimising Blood Collection and Health Interpretation in Different Fish Species

Agreement Number:

1018045

Agreement Value:

$30,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 3, 2024 - Nov 29, 2024

Description:

The project aims to further establish WellFish Tech’s approach to evaluating fish health status in aquaculture and wild fish populations, in North America. A key aim of the project is to investigate the effects of sampling and shipping method on assays and resulting data. In addition, the student will aid in the evaluation of novel species which are important ecological and farmed species through Canada. Furthermore, the graduate’s knowledge of fish nutrition will significantly aid WellFish Tech in exploring the complex relationships of health status relating to nutrition.

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:

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA C1A 8W5

Reference Number:

172-2024-2025-Q1-1018045

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

723739819

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Operating Name:

WellFish Tech

Recipient's Legal Name:

WellFish Tech (Canada) Inc

Federal Riding Name:

Charlottetown

Federal Riding Number:

11002

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

112510