Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Examining Genetic Diversity and Spatial Genetic Structure to Inform Conservation Breeding of Caribou
Agreement Number:
GC-2410
Agreement Value:
$78,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 24, 2024 - Aug 31, 2027
Description:
This contribution supports furthering knowledge of caribou genomics to inform woodland caribou recovery and the conservation breeding initiative in Jasper National Park. The project will use new techniques and additional biological samples to build on previous caribou genetics work to ensure that genetic diversity and inbreeding are key considerations in the steps taken to augment caribou through conservation breeding.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2N 4Z6
Reference Number:
154-2023-2024-Q4-00138
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
108102864
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:
Amendment to extend into new fiscal year
Amendment Date
Jan 31, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
University of Calgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Governors of the University of Calgary
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Confederation
Federal Riding Number:
48005
Program:
General Class Grants and Contributions Program
Program Purpose:
To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.
Amendments: