Canadian Food Inspection Agency · Awarded contract
AwardedAdvertising Services for Shop Safe, Shop Smart Campaign
Awarded 24 Sep 2025
Awarded24 Sep 2025
Value$158,200.00
ProvinceOntario
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 7mo ago6mo term
Awarded 24 Sept 2025Expired 31 Mar 2026
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency awarded a contract to Groupm Canada Inc D/B/A Essencemediacom for advertising services under the 'Shop Safe, Shop Smart' campaign, valued at CAD 158,200.
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