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Oct 07, 2024 • AB

The University of Calgary and the University of Alberta have secured federal funding from PrairiesCan to boost Alberta’s ability to bring new quantum products to market. UCalgary will receive $4.1M for its Quantum City initiative, which aims to develop infrastructure and acquire specialized equipment to support companies working on industrial quantum applications. UAlberta will receive $2.2M to establish a quantum hardware innovation hub that provides industry with access to technical expertise and equipment for prototyping and manufacturing quantum technologies. “Quantum technologies are at the forefront of innovation, and this federal support will empower Alberta’s researchers to unlock its transformative potential and foster an environment of discovery,” said UAlberta Director, Innovation & Partnerships David Chang.

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Oct 07, 2024 • MB

The University of Winnipeg recently received approval from the Government of Manitoba to launch its first doctoral program, the PhD in Bioscience and Policy. Through this program, students will learn to apply bioscience research to address societal challenges such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and human health. They will also complete courses in science and policy and science communication. “More than ever, we need scientists with an understanding of policy issues who can communicate effectively to the general public,” said UWinnipeg Acting Dean of Graduate Studies Dr Manish Pandey. “[W]e are very pleased to launch this cutting-edge doctoral program that will train students to conduct independent research and make science more accessible to policy makers and the public at large.”

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Oct 07, 2024 • AB

The Government of Alberta is introducing the Rural Health Action Plan to improve access to health care in rural and remote communities. The plan includes a $16M Rural and Remote Family Medicine Resident Physician Bursary Pilot Program, which offers bursaries of $125K (rural stream) or $200K (remote stream) to medical students from the University of Alberta or the University of Calgary who are completing or will complete a family medicine residency. Recipients must commit to providing patient care in eligible rural or remote communities for three years post-residency. Additionally, a $600K Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Education Grant program will help communities with emergency medical services stations recruit and train local workers.

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Oct 07, 2024 • ON

The University of Waterloo and the University Health Network’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance cancer research and address urgent health-care challenges. The partnership aims to bring researchers and medical professionals together to collaborate on AI-driven projects for disease detection, treatment, health system integration, and personalized patient care. It will also create educational opportunities for students by integrating UWaterloo’s cooperative program and establishing collaborative scholarships to support research projects that improve cancer care outcomes. “This MOU is not just a formal agreement, but a pivotal step towards advancing medical technology and improving health care outcomes through collaboration and innovation,” said UWaterloo President Dr Vivek Goel.

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Oct 07, 2024 • QC

Cégep de Valleyfield’s main campus was closed on Friday due to a police operation following an altercation that occurred on campus. The incident involved two individuals, one of whom is a cégep employee. The victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Police arrested a suspect, who is in hospital for treatment. In a statement, Cégep de Valleyfield advised that classes and activities were cancelled for the day, though some online continuing education courses would proceed as scheduled.

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Oct 07, 2024 • ON

In an article for The Conversation, Andrew Gaudes (Brock University) explores how business schools can measure their societal impact. He notes that while business schools face increasing pressures from global rankings and accreditation bodies to demonstrate their societal impact and engagement, they often lack effective measurement tools. To measure their societal impact, Gaudes advises that business schools assess their strategic plans to ensure that measurement efforts align with their institution’s overall goals and then adopt an impact framework to track initiatives and measure progress. Gaudes concludes that assessing impact can boost a program’s reputation, provide evidence for fundraising, guide curriculum development, and strengthen partnerships with community organizations and industry.

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Oct 07, 2024 • SK

The Gabriel Dumont Institute and the University of Regina have renewed their affiliation agreement, strengthening their commitment to promoting Métis culture, language, and history through academic programming. The renewal enables both institutions to continue working together to offer education that meets the needs of Métis students. A key highlight of the partnership is the new Indigenous Education Doctorate Program. “Collaboration with other world-class post-secondary institutions such as the Gabriel Dumont Institute is an essential part of being able to deliver an accessible, quality education to our students,” said URegina President Dr Jeff Keshen.

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Oct 07, 2024 • AB

Portage College is partnering with Riipen’s Level UP program to offer students practical learning experiences. Through this partnership, students will be matched with employers to complete short-term, remote projects. Students will gain practicum hours while earning an income, broadening their industry knowledge and preparedness, and enhancing their employability. “This initiative provides our students with invaluable employment experience while also bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application,” said Portage Dean of University Studies Don Moore. “By engaging with a diverse range of employers, our students will have the opportunity to gain critical skills and industry knowledge, setting them up for career success.”

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Oct 07, 2024 • BC

The Penticton City Council has approved zoning amendments that would allow for Okanagan College to construct a dormitory-style student housing building at its Penticton campus. The proposed development will feature 89 units, including 79 bachelor units, four accessible dwelling units, three two-bedroom units, and three four-bedroom units. The zoning changes are expected to be formally adopted at an upcoming meeting.

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Oct 07, 2024 • AB, ON

Lethbridge Polytechnic and Fleming College have each announced new micro-credential programming. Lethbridge has launched the Getting Started with Accessibility micro-credential which is designed to boost accessibility and inclusivity on campus. The micro-credential has three streams tailored to three different audiences: Lethbridge employees; Lethbridge students; and caregivers, parents, and support persons. It is mandatory for all polytechnic employees. Fleming is adding five new industry-focused micro-credentials to its continuing education offerings to help workers upskill rapidly. New micro-credentials include Introduction to Biomanufacturing, Indigenous Perspectives in Economic Development, and three levels of Embedded Systems Design. These micro-credentials are supported by a $250K grant from the Government of Ontario.

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