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Across the country, educators, employers and students are developing solutions that aim to create a thriving Canada where everyone has an opportunity to reach their potential. By featuring their stories here, the Business + Higher Education Roundtable shares the successful research, innovative ideas and valuable collaboration happening between post-secondary institutions, businesses and governments across Canada.

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Igniting the energy economy: Siemens, NB Power and University of New Brunswick launch Smart Grid Innovation Network

Date

January 28th, 2016

As announced by Siemens Canada Limited Unique project aimed at developing smart grid ecosystem for technology advancement, research and development in New Brunswick and globally Investment of $8 million in...

CAE Healthcare launches world-class neurosurgery simulator in partnership with the National Research Council of Canada

Date

January 18th, 2016

As announced by CAE Inc. CAE Healthcare announced today the launch of NeuroVRTM, a neurosurgery simulator that offers the world’s most realistic training environment for open cranial and endoscopic brain...

Business leaders and post-secondary presidents launch Business/Higher Education Roundtable to improve school-to-work transitions

Date

December 1st, 2015

Business leaders and post-secondary presidents launch Business/Higher Education Roundtable to improve school-to-work transitions In a move aimed at strengthening cooperation between employers and educators, a group representing some of Canada’s...

Canada’s largest paid internship program leaves lasting impressions

Date

May 5th, 2015

The Professional Experience Year (PEY) is the largest paid internship program in Canada. In 2014-2015, over 720 students participated in full-time work placements lasting one year or more. Engineering student...