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Forestry Innovation Transition Trust Approves Projects
December 21, 2020 - 12:18 PM
The first projects approved by the trustees of the Forestry Innovation Transition Trust are being announced today, Dec. 21.
The projects accelerate new opportunities within the Nova Scotia forestry sector, advance environmental, social and economic objectives and support the adoption of new ecological forestry practices.
Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is receiving a one-year commitment of funding, for a potentially multi-year project of up to $2 million, to administer a new innovation voucher program.
NSCC’s Forestry Innovation Voucher Program will enable established businesses, new startups, non-profit community groups and Mi kmaq partners to leverage the college’s infrastructure, assets and expertise in the forestry sector to develop new products and technology as well as capitalize on business growth opportunities. Support available through the program includes access to NSCC’s