The primary objective of this research is to enhance fraud detection in cheques by implementing a comprehensive approach that addresses anomalies in formatting, signatures, and other critical elements. With a focus on fortifying bank applications against financial malpractices, our goal is to develop a robust fraud localization system. To achieve this, we will utilize a […]

This project will support Propel Impact in engaging and building relationships with organizations advancing impact investing and impact measurement in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Community Sector Council of Newfoundland and Labrador (CSCNL) aims to champion social and economic well-being in the province by fostering citizen engagement, encouraging social and economic progress, and leading research. With support from a student intern, CSCNL plans to develop the Social Enterprise Through Acquistion (SETA) project. The goal of this project is to […]

The intern will be working on three different projects: i) translating recent international and national developments on plastic pollution & policy into popular language and disseminating it to the wider public to help improve outreach to local communities; ii) conducting surveys in four different provinces to gather data on the perceptions about energy production and […]

Northern Radar Inc. (NRI) is working to expand its capability in ocean remote sensing of surface currents, surface winds and sea state, and is partnered with Memorial University to develop advanced HF radar algorithms The objectives of this work include a full analysis of NRI’s existing intellectual property, adapting and integrating the algorithms into new […]

This internship project focuses on Variational Autoencoders (VAEs) for the precise identification of fraudulent activities within the banking sector, notably on check fraud detection. The literature shows that VAEs are very powerful in extracting principal features and components of a given dataset. This project meticulously outlines a comprehensive methodology where VAE is utilized for analyzing […]

Despite its promising trajectory, DSE may face challenges in revenue generation and fan engagement. Sustaining the loyalty of existing ticket holders and attracting new patrons demand personalized outreach and compelling offers. By spearheading outbound sales initiatives and managing ticket holder renewals, there’s an opportunity to overcome these challenges. Through strategic engagement and fostering meaningful connections […]

This project enables interns to enable Market Innovation in Canada, related to their field of study or industry of interest. This will contribute significantly to the Cansbridge Fellowship’s mission of empowering entrepreneurially-minded students and promoting innovation in Canada. Under the guidance of the academic supervisor, the intern will focus on identifying innovative organizations for potential […]

The objective of the project is to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment of the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) population in Newfoundland and Labrador. While prevalence rates of ASD suggest that there are a large number of cases, the needs of this community are not well defined. Furthermore, we anticipate there will be significant differences in […]

According to Statistics Canada 2012, Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting 4.4 million Canadians and 101.504 people in Newfoundland. It is also the most common cause of disability between the ages of 40 and 70 years. People with chronic arthritis have several numbers of other coexisting conditions such as high blood […]

There will be significant investment in providing the intern with a strong foundation to make an impact across a couple different areas of the company during this internship. This will include job shadowing of the Client Partner during service delivery tasks, inclusion on company tieger teams, and participation in weekly team meetings. Once the intern […]

The Great Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland is in a harsh northern climate with excellent wind power potential. The partner organization, St. Anthony Basin Resources Inc (Sabri), has been approved for a Licence to Occupy (LTO) for a location on the Great Northern Peninsula. The purpose of the LTO is to investigate the feasibility of wind […]