Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Development of vaccine efficacy and diagnostic tests for bovine tuberculosis in bison
Agreement Number:
GC-1193
Agreement Value:
$565,330.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 20, 2019 - Apr 30, 2022
Description:
This contribution will provide funding to the Vaccine & Infectious Disease Organization to assess the efficacy of various blood based diagnostic assays for bovine tuberculosis in bison. Potential vaccines will also be assessed for their effectiveness in preventing infection with bovine tuberculosis in experimentally infected bison.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
Canada’s natural heritage is protected for future generations
Location:
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA S7N 5E3
Reference Number:
154-2019-2020-Q2-00052
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:
Amendment to increase amount and extend end date
Amendment Date
Jan 15, 2021
Recipient's Operating Name:
Vaccine & Infectious Disease Organization-VIDO-InterVac
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Saskatchewan
Federal Riding Name:
Saskatoon - University
Federal Riding Number:
47011
Program:
General Class Contribution Program
Program Purpose:
To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.
Amendments: