Music is a fundamental part of human culture and day-to-day lives, but largely exists only as an accent in modern games. While arguably music can deepen and intensify in-game experiences, music is rarely an integrated part of the available mechanics in game worlds. Unlike any other MMORPG or music-based game currently available, this project will […]

Deacon Investments Ltd. is a Newfoundland-based private equity firm engaged in a variety of business ventures. This project will focus on designing and piloting a standardized reporting and communication toolkit to improve consistency and efficiency across its businesses. The intern will help map current practices, design templates and workflows, and test the toolkit with selected […]

The Mi’kmaw Cultural Foundation Inc. (MCF) is a non-profit organization in Newfoundland and Labrador dedicated to preserving and revitalizing Mi’kmaw culture, language, and traditions through programs, education, and community events. To ensure long-term sustainability, MCF is creating a Business Development Department that will explore social enterprises aligned with Mi’kmaw cultural values, generating revenue while continuing […]

The research project involves studying how incubator programs help artists become successful entrepreneurs in the music industry. Incubators are places where artists get training, support, and resources to build their careers. The interns will collect and analyze data to understand how these programs impact artists’ growth, creativity, and business skills. By examining these effects, the […]

This project will support the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and partners in advancing the Western Lake Ontario Land to Lake Initiative (WLO-L2L), a collaborative effort to strengthen ecosystem health and water quality from the Niagara River to the Ganaraska watershed. The Initiative addresses land-based pressures on the lake such as nutrient and bacterial […]

This project will analyze Electronic Gaming Machine (EGM) occupancy patterns and player behavior using anonymous spin-level data to optimize machine usage and support data-driven decision-making. By examining how players select machines based on availability, time of day, and traffic conditions, the research will generate actionable insights for International Game Technology (IGT) and its casino partners. […]

This research project will identify and quantify the cumulative impacts of human development and land use in Alberta’s Crowsnest Watershed using satellite imagery collected over time and geospatial change detection techniques. By analyzing how the landscape has changed over time as a result of human use, and incorporating relevant local and community-sourced data, the study […]

This project aims to help International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, better understand what makes their Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) games successful. Currently, IGT finds it hard to link specific game features (like bonus rounds or themes) to how well a game performs or how long players stay engaged. This project will […]

Dans le cadre de ce projet, un étudiant à la maîtrise en lettres, spécialisé en culture et numérique, effectuera un stage à l’Association québécoise des Salons du livre (AQLS). Il aura pour mandat de recueillir et d’analyser des données sur la façon dont les auteur·rice·s sont rémunéré·e·s pour leur participation à des activités numériques organisées […]

This project supports 2b theatre company’s strategic expansion into international markets through comprehensive tour support and market research activities. Intern Rebecca Desmarais will provide production assistance for the company’s presentations at Edinburgh Festival Fringe and debut performances in Shanghai, whilst conducting in-depth analysis of international presenting networks and cultural programming opportunities. The project will develop […]

This project will help Aview International build an automated system that improves the quality and efficiency of translated and dubbed content. Right now, human reviewers leave feedback on content errors like bad subtitles or misaligned audio, but these changes must be fixed manually. The intern will design tools to turn that feedback into structured data, […]

??This project builds upon current and historical advocacy around cultural heritage in Montréal’s Chinatown, specifically addressing the desire for community control in urban development. In the context of historical disinvestment and current pressures of gentrification, JIA Foundation seeks to forward a pathway to equitable neighbourhood change through community-oriented real estate solutions. By creating practical and […]