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Government of Canada invests in Good Food for Good

Markham, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada 
 
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, on behalf of the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of over $52,000 to Good Food for Good, an enterprise that makes gluten-free, organic, and vegan foods. The funding will allow the company to expand its presence in the United States. 
 
The project includes activities to increase demand for their sauces, condiments and teas, through attendance at key tradeshows, market research and advertising.
 
The project is funded through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s AgriMarketing Program, which helps industry increase and diversify exports and seize market opportunities. The program supports promotional activities that differentiate Canadian products and producers, and leverage Canada's reputation for high quality and safe food.
Source : Government of Canada

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