The goal of this research is to shift climate engagement by improving climate-arts practices through better alignment of underlying research processes and evaluation frameworks. Currently, climate engagement is dominated by the information deficit model, a theory of change widely understood to be more effective in raising awareness of climate challenges than supporting pro-climate behavioural change. […]

Can the refinement of existing drone image acquisition and processing steps lead to improved absolute accuracy of calibrated radiometric thermal orthomosaics in order to more accurately identify salmon thermal refugia?

Connections Community Services Society (CCSS) faces the critical challenge of securing sustainable funding to support its wide range of community-focused programs for children, youth, and families. Founded in 1974, CCSS has been a cornerstone of the Richmond community, providing essential services that promote growth, resilience, and well-being. However, like many non-profits, it operates in an […]

We will collaborate with St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation (SMRHF) to conduct a research study that will explore women’s lived experiences with being diagnosed with colorectal cancer (CRC) before the age of 50, also known as early-onset colorectal cancer (EO-CRC). Specifically, we are interested in learning about women’s experiences with the healthcare system during their […]

Interest in mining deposits formed at deep-sea hydrothermal vents for minerals that are required for the transition to clean energy technologies has increased. However, animal communities at hydrothermal vents and the surrounding deep-sea have not been well characterized. Many of the animals at hydrothermal vent sites, such as deep-water corals and sponges, are indicators of […]

dogged, an innovative and sustainable pet brand based in Vancouver, is actively seeking to hire a Business Development Intern to address critical challenges in expanding its B2B sales and forging new partnerships with pet stores across North America. Specializing in eco-friendly products such as slow feeders and treats, dogged faces the pressing need to increase […]

The Vancity Community Foundation, through its Living Wage for Families BC initiative, addresses the pressing issue of working poverty in British Columbia. Despite economic growth, many workers struggle to meet basic living costs due to the rapidly rising expenses of essentials like food and housing. Living Wage BC strives to bridge the gap between merely […]

Ce projet de recherche vise à mieux comprendre les réalités et les besoins des personnes aînées LGBTQ+ afin de favoriser des milieux de vie inclusifs et respectueux de leur diversité. Le stagiaire réalisera une étude qui explore les besoins spécifiques de cette population en matière de bientraitance et de sécurité, en tenant compte des multiples […]

The Greater Fredericton Social Innovation (GFSI) team and its partners have developed an open-access data repository called the Community Prosperity Hub, launched in 2023. This Hub is still in development but to-date it serves as a powerful tool for nonprofits in the Greater Fredericton area by making socioeconomic data accessible through user-friendly visualizations, summaries, and […]

L’un des plus grands défis pour le système de soins de santé québécois est l’augmentation des coûts et du fardeau social associés aux maladies chroniques. Parmi celles-ci, les maux de dos sont responsables de la majeure partie des coûts engendrés par les conditions qui touchent le système musculosquelettique. Nombreux sont les patients qui consultent en […]

Ce projet est une phase II d’un précédent stage financé par Mitacs en 2021. Elle vise à ancrer davantage la politique dans le territoire en établissant une démarche d’évaluation de son impact social dans le milieu. Toujours à partir d’une approche de co-construction, nous souhaitons dans cette phase II : 1) Établir un plan d’action […]

Développement Saint-Élie, un organisme sans but lucratif, cherche à s’associer au Département d’études en loisir, culture et tourisme, et à l’un de ses étudiants, dans la mise en place d’un projet de stage pour étudiant de cycle supérieur. Dans le cadre de ce stage, une démarche de recension des initiatives contribuant au développement local de […]