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The CGCN-RCCV’s new Certification Program addresses the immediate need for Certified virus-free vines

The CGCN-RCCV’s new Certification Program addresses the immediate need for Certified virus-free vines

Posted in CGCN Press Release, News Articles

On March 8th, 2021 the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN-RCCV) released amendments to their Certification Standards. These amendments include the development of an entirely new set of standards called “Certification Program, Option 2 Protocols,” and minor changes to their original Certification program that has now been renamed “Certification Program, Option 1 Protocols.” Both of these protocols are available on CGCN-RCCV’s website in English and French.

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$6.2-million in funding announced to support CGCN-RCCV’s clean plant program

$6.2-million in funding announced to support CGCN-RCCV’s clean plant program

Posted in CGCN Press Release

On October 27th, Brock University’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) announced a $6.2- million funding commitment through Genome Canada’s Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) to support the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN-RCCV) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in supplying the industry with certified virus-free grapevine planting material.

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Brock’s CCOVI partners with industry to produce certified clean grapevines

Brock’s CCOVI partners with industry to produce certified clean grapevines

Posted in CGCN Press Release

Brock University’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) has partnered with the grape and wine industry to produce certified, clean grapevines.

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Government of Canada invests in long-term growth of wine and grape industry

Government of Canada invests in long-term growth of wine and grape industry

Posted in CGCN Press Release

The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announced $2.3 million in funding for the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network's clean plant protocol through AgriAssurance.

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Canadian Grape and Wine Industry Receives $8.4 Million in Federal Funding

Canadian Grape and Wine Industry Receives $8.4 Million in Federal Funding

Posted in CGCN Press Release

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) announced $8.4 million in funding for the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN) to fund their Agri-Science Program cluster.

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Canadian Grapevine Certification Network Launches

Canadian Grapevine Certification Network Launches

Posted in CGCN Press Release

The Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN) is the culmination of a collaborative effort between the Grape Growers of Ontario, British Columbia Wine Grape Council, Quebec Wine Council and the Grape Growers Association of Nova Scotia. The objective of the CGCN is to advance the Canadian grape and wine industry by ensuring a sustainable supply of certified propagative grapevine material.

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From Our Team

  • The CGCN is trying to mitigate the virus issue at an early stage through a national organization. Our goal is healthy vineyards, and a competitive wine industry in Canada.
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