Government of Saskatchewan continues partnership with Mitacs, announcing renewed investment of $1.58 million

Regina, SK – The Government of Saskatchewan will strengthen its partnership with Mitacs, announcing $1.58 million in renewed funding – an increase of $430,000 from last year – for 2025-26. The continued support will enable up to 301 Saskatchewan students and post-doctoral fellows to access research internship opportunities. 

The agreement will also provide opportunities to skilled post-secondary interns based in Saskatchewan through Mitacs’s Indigenous Pathways Initiative. This Initiative helps Indigenous-owned businesses and organizations find top talent and co-invest in collaborative R&D projects, as well supports Indigenous students with internship placement.  

Since 2018, Mitacs has invested over $50 million into research and development initiatives in Saskatchewan, partnered with seven post-secondary institutions, and delivered over 1,200 innovation projects representing approximately 3,600 internships across the province.  

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“We are honoured to continue our strong partnership with the Government of Saskatchewan. This renewed investment in Mitacs will help develop the next generation of Saskatchewan talent, preparing students for the workforce of tomorrow, while supporting economic growth, productivity, and global competitiveness across the province.”

Dr. Stephen Lucas, CEO, Mitacs

“Our government is proud to work with Mitacs to expand student access to high-quality research opportunities in the province. This investment increases the number of internships available and strengthens ties with Saskatchewan businesses through key programs such as the Indigenous Pathways Initiative.”

Ken Cheveldayoff, Advanced Education Minister, Government of Saskatchewan

“The University of Regina is proud to partner with the Government of Saskatchewan and Mitacs to create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous students and communities. Experiential learning is at the heart of what we do, and programs like Indigenous Pathways give our students the chance to apply their knowledge, build connections, and make a real impact in Saskatchewan workplaces. These investments strengthen our province by connecting talent with innovation, and helping our students, industries, and communities thrive together.”

Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Regina

“My degree in Psychology, with a minor in Indigenous Health Studies, from the University of Regina, provided a strong foundation for my Mitacs Indigenous Pathways Internship. Although I was initially unfamiliar with the energy sector, the internship quickly immersed me in the challenges that isolated communities face in securing reliable heat and energy. That experience became a defining one, ultimately leading me back to my nation, Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation, where I serve as the new Assistant Land Manager.”

Mesa Kennedy, Mitacs Intern (First Nations University of Canada), First Nations Power Authority

About Mitacs

Mitacs places top-tier talent in Canadian firms, to support industry-academia collaboration. This helps unlock innovation potential, de-risk R&D for firms, and build lasting academic-industry relationships. Our national reach, international connections, and ability to broker cross-sectoral partnerships allow us to deliver results at scale, helping Canadian businesses compete globally while developing the next generation of a skilled and innovative workforce.

Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.