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New agreement between Mitacs and the Embassy of France in Canada will connect start-ups to new markets

Ottawa, ON – Today, Mitacs and the Embassy of France in Canada have signed an agreement to launch learning expeditions to connect 15 Canadian start-ups from universities’ incubators with the French innovation ecosystem through the Mitacs Entrepreneur International (MEI) program. By providing access to the French and European markets, the partners aim to strengthen research […]

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Additional Funding Supports Thousands More High-Skilled Internships

Halifax, NS – Nova Scotia is partnering with Mitacs to train the next generation of skilled workers that will help find solutions for healthcare, clean tech and other sectors that require highly qualified researchers. With $13 million in additional funding, the government is creating up to 3,200 more paid internship opportunities for post-secondary students and others […]

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Saskatchewan Funds Research and Innovation Opportunities for Post-Secondary Students

Regina, SK — Saskatchewan post-secondary students are gaining more opportunities to grow their research and innovation skills. In 2022–23, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing $1.15 million to Mitacs for research internships and additional programming, including the new Indigenous Pathways program.  The funding, an increase of $600,000, will support up to 265 research and development internships for […]

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Renewed Mitacs – Newfoundland and Labrador Partnership Connecting Top Post-Secondary Talent With Local Businesses

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – To help Newfoundland and Labrador businesses access the top talent they need, and to further equip students and recent graduates with the skills required to secure good jobs after graduation, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology today announced a continued collaboration with Mitacs through a […]

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Mitacs and Hon Hai Research Institute announce new Canadian quantum research project

Ottawa, ON – Mitacs, a not-for-profit organization committed to fostering innovation in Canada, and Hon Hai Research Institute, the research arm of the world’s largest electronics manufacturer Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”), today signed a memorandum of understanding to advance quantum technology in Canada, with the active support of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei. […]

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Mitacs to Announce 2022 Award Winners for Innovations in Medicine, Environment, Technology, and More

Award Ceremony to Take Place November 22 Ottawa, ON — A breakthrough treatment for prostate cancer, an AI system that better detects heart disease, a revolutionary technology to clean up dangerous toxins, and a first-of-its-kind app to improve the lives of people with disabilities, are just some of the groundbreaking Canadian innovations that are being […]

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Ontario Supporting More Paid Internships for Postsecondary Students

$10 million investment will create more than 2,700 research internships, helping students prepare for in-demand jobs Toronto, ON — The Ontario government is providing over $10 million to help Mitacs — an organization that builds research partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry — create 2,700 paid internships for postsecondary students which will help them gain […]

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Mitacs–Innovation PEI partnership empowering Island companies to grow, innovate, and make impact

Mitacs connecting local businesses with highly skilled talent and academic experts to drive innovation in clean tech, agri-food, bioscience, and beyond – with provincial support Charlottetown, PEI — Innovation PEI and Mitacs are making it easier for businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and other Island organizations to access highly skilled talent, innovate, and scale up or expand […]

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Mitacs salutes small business successes rooted in innovation

Accessing talent through partnerships with the postsecondary sector helps businesses innovate and solve pressing problems Vancouver, B.C. – Mitacs, a not-for-profit organization committed to fostering innovation in Canada, brings together small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with postsecondary research talent to help businesses thrive and grow, while driving economic growth across Canada.  In recognition of Small […]

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