The University of New Brunswick and the University of Saskatchewan have each celebrated the launch and recognition of new programs. The UNB McKenna Institute, the Joint Economic Development Initiative, and Thales partnered on the delivery of a new 12-week program to support Indigenous people interested in cybersecurity careers. The program offered immersive, hands-on experiences where students could develop, test, and refine cybersecurity tools. Meanwhile, USask’s Prince Albert campus is offering the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate in order to provide local students with a way to develop a foundation in scientific and traditional knowledge without having to travel. “Students who live in and near Prince Albert have their support systems nearby and the community benefits with graduates skilled in Indigenous land and resources management,” explained USask AgBio Strategic Senior Officer Jordie Gagnon.
