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Norsat International Inc.

Procurement Intern: Norsat International Inc. aims to improve its procurement operations by streamlining supplier relationships, managing inventory more effectively, and ensuring that product deliveries align with the company’s operational goals. The challenge is to enhance the efficiency of supplier communication and ensure timely product deliveries to meet production needs without delay. This requires gathering detailed information on suppliers, monitoring order statuses, and managing purchase orders within the procurement system. The project will address these challenges by improving inventory management, enhancing supplier relationships, and ensuring that procurement activities are aligned with the company’s operational timelines. Expertise in supply chain management, procurement processes, and strong analytical and organizational skills are essential to solving this problem. The intern will play a key role in supporting the procurement team, ensuring the seamless flow of goods and materials, and improving the overall procurement process, which goes beyond standard operational activities by building long-term supplier relationships and enhancing inventory efficiency.
Business Analyst – Inventory & Warehouse Intern: Norsat International Inc. seeks to optimize its inventory and warehouse operations, focusing on enhancing accuracy in inventory management and improving overall efficiency in the supply chain. The primary challenge is to ensure that inventory levels are aligned with production needs while minimizing excess stock and reducing operational costs. This involves analyzing inventory data, managing stock levels, and improving warehouse processes to ensure timely and accurate product availability. The intern will assist in implementing inventory management software and contribute to the development of reporting tools that provide insights into stock levels and turnover rates. Expertise in inventory management, data analysis, and familiarity with warehouse operations are crucial for addressing this challenge. The project aims to streamline inventory processes, enhance supply chain efficiency, and reduce costs, going beyond daily operations to establish best practices that can be sustained over the long term.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Norsat International Inc.

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Manufacturing

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Greycor Projects Ltd.

Greycor Projects Ltd. is dedicated to crafting bespoke homes that reflect the unique tastes of their clients, but like many organizations in the construction and design industry, they face challenges in managing the complexities of project administration and financial tracking. As they aim to enhance technical business growth and streamline their operations, the organization needs to improve its data management and communication processes. The innovation challenge lies in effectively integrating tools such as QuickBooks and Expensify to maintain accurate records of accounts receivable and payable while ensuring adherence to company policies regarding employee scheduling and time tracking. This project will enable Greycor to not only manage day-to-day operations more efficiently but also to identify gaps in their current practices, leading to strategic improvements in their overall workflow. The intern’s role in data entry, supplier negotiations, and social media content creation will provide fresh insights and support the leadership team in making informed decisions based on accurate and timely information. Expertise in Human Resources, Accounting, and Marketing is essential to successfully address these challenges, as the intern will need to apply their skills in organization, communication, and financial management to help Greycor maintain high standards and foster a culture of innovation and responsiveness.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Greycor Projects Ltd

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Connections Community Services Society

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 increasingly competitive environment where donor engagement and funding opportunities are limited and fiercely contested. To address this, the organization needs to modernize and strengthen its business development strategies, moving beyond day-to-day operations to adopt more innovative approaches. This project will involve conducting comprehensive market research to identify emerging funding trends, developing compelling content to communicate the organization’s impact, and utilizing data-driven insights to refine outreach efforts. By focusing on brand visibility and strategic donor acquisition, CCSS can enhance its value proposition and attract a broader base of supporters. Solving this challenge requires expertise in market analysis, strategic planning, data interpretation, and persuasive communication. The intern’s contributions will be vital in creating sustainable business development frameworks, ultimately helping CCSS expand its reach and better serve the diverse needs of its community.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Connections Community Services Society

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Concert Properties Collab 1

Concert Properties is undertaking a 6-month project to improve how it measures and potentially reduces energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its buildings. An intern will help create a standardized system to collect and analyze this data, identify gaps, and suggest improvements. This project will help Concert Properties better understand the current energy consumption of its portfolio of buildings, supporting long-term sustainability goals and enhancing its ability to make informed decisions about energy management.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alexandre Hebert

Student:

Partner:

Concert Properties

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Real estate and rental and leasing

University:

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Synthesis of TiO2 Nanoparticles by Sol-gel Method and Their Characterization, Photodegradation of doxycycline in water induced by TiO2

This project focuses on creating titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles using the sol-gel method, studying their properties, and using them to break down doxycycline, an antibiotic, in water. It addresses water pollution, a key issue in Canada, by developing affordable and effective ways to remove harmful pharmaceutical pollutants. TiO2 is a powerful material for cleaning water, and this research provides valuable insights into how it works, helping Canada tackle pharmaceutical contamination while supporting its sustainability goals. The findings can also boost research in nanotechnology and environmental science, leading to innovative solutions. Finally, the project encourages collaboration between Vietnam and Canada, sharing knowledge and techniques to address global water pollution challenges.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ayse Turak

Student:

Partner:

Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Environmental Science and Technology; Water; Technology

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Climate-conscious waste diversion for households in Fredericton, NB

Climate-Conscious Waste Diversion for Households in Fredericton
This internship will assist the Fredericton Community Climate Hub initiate discussions with City residents on climate-conscious lifestyle choices by engaging them in practices to reduce or eliminate household wastes. The intern will research, analyse and synthesize the disparate programs for citizens to actively employ the 7Rs (rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, repair, regift, recycle), within the City. The research will inform and guide actions by the Hub membership to conduct a zero-waste pilot project in Fredericton.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Michelle Gray

Student:

Partner:

Fredericton Community Climate Hub

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of New Brunswick

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Automated Stenosis and Plaque Detection in Support of CAD-RADS Reporting

The project leverages artificial intelligence to automate the stenosis and plaque detection for cardiologist and radiologist users in their diagnoses of coronary artery diseases. This will greatly facilitate their workflow in busy clinical settings. By reducing the time required for analyzing each patient case, healthcare professionals can focus more on patient care. Automation can also integrate seamlessly with electronic health records. allowing for quicker retrieval of information and easier tracking of patient data over time. This contributes to a more streamlined process, helping to optimize resource utilization and lowering healthcare costs while maintaining high-quality care standards. The ability to create an automated detection and reporting workflow that is clinically cleared by Health Canada and the FDA will establish Circle as a new major player in the field of cardiac CT image analysis, and create more business opportunities with an expanding customer base that we serve. This is critical to the future success of Circle as we aim to continue our growth trajectory.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Svetlana Yanushkevich

Student:

Partner:

Circle Cardiovascular Imaging

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Advanced nanomaterials for the photocatalytic PFAS removal in wastewater

The proposed project, “Advanced Nanomaterials for Photocatalytic PFAS Removal in Wastewater”, is a collaborative initiative between Canada and Vietnam aiming at tackling PFAS contamination in water. PFAS, which are toxic chemicals found in industrial effluents, firefighting foams, and consumer products, are persistent in the environment and pose significant health risks. The project will develop advanced nanomaterials by which PFAS can be efficiently removed from wastewater using innovative photocatalytic processes. Key synthesis techniques, such as liquid-assisted resonant acoustic mixing (LA-RAM) and anodization-hydrothermal methods, will be used to create effective photocatalysts for PFAS degradation, both of which will be synthesized in Canada.
The project aims to improve wastewater treatment processes, reduce PFAS concentrations, and mitigate their harmful effects on human health and the environment. It will also benefit participating institutions by enhancing scientific expertise in nanomaterials and photocatalysis, fostering knowledge exchange, and providing capacity-building opportunities. Additionally, it will strengthen international research partnerships and contribute to policy development for managing PFAS contamination. By promoting cleaner water resources and advancing environmental sustainability, the project seeks to create lasting positive impacts for communities in Canada and Vietnam, while contributing to global efforts to address PFAS as one of the most persistent pollutants of modern society.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Nhat Truong Nguyen

Student:

Partner:

VNU-HCM University of Science

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Nanotechnology

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Preparation of Molecular Dye-Sensitized Photoelectrode for Light-Driven Processes under Low-Intensity Light Conditions

This project focuses on preparing photoelectrodes by designing molecular dye sensitizers, nanostructured substrates, integrating them and finally characterizing the photoelectrochemical properties of the photoelectrode under low-light conditions. By developing and optimizing the design of the photoelectrode, the project aims to enhance solar to chemical energy conversion processes for green fuel or high-added value products. The research will develop innovative approaches in synthesizing materials with better light absorption, stability, and efficiency, paving the way for sustainable energy and environmental applications. Participating institutions will benefit from advancements in material science, enhanced research capabilities, strengthen the expertise and the potential for new technologies in renewable energy and environmental solutions on global scale.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Marek Majewski

Student:

Partner:

Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Green/Alternative Energy; Nanotechnology; Sustainability & the Environment

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Application of Effective Methods for Assessment and Remediation of Eutrophication in Surface Water Reservoirs in Tropical and Temperate Climates

The main objective of the project by both interns (with tasks defined for each in the timelines) is aimed at the field of building sustainable water resiliency, adaptation and management with the following specific sub-objectives:
• To evaluate monitoring technologies of eutrophication on water reservoirs.
• To evaluate technologies for prevention and remediation of eutrophication in inland waters.
With the above main objectives, the project aims to answer the following two important research hypotheses: (1) Aquatic biome structure can become the mainstream tools to assess the eutrophication level, thereby evaluating the effectiveness of eutrophication control techniques in lakes and reservoirs. (2) Membrane filtration techniques and some auxiliary solutions (i.e., sediment resuspension) can help remediate the eutrophication in tropical lakes and reservoirs, which are expected to receive increasing loads of external nutrient pollutants and difficult-to-control sediment over the time. This remediation methodology may be tested for nutrient-rich wastewater and ultimately contribute a useful solution in water security and carbon emission reduction.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Catherine Mulligan

Student:

Partner:

Hanoi University of Science and Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Analyse des tendances dans le financement destechnologies propres

Le secteur des technologies propres est en effervescence depuis près d’une décennie. Ces innovations, la plupart du temps trop risquées pour avoir accès à du financement standard, sont généralement financées par des firmes de capital de risque. Ces nouvelles technologies qui visent, par exemple, l’utilisation efficiente des ressources, constituent des opportunités d’investissement à potentiel de rendement extraordinaire, caractéristique recherchée par les firmes de capital de risque. En 2008, suite à une croissance abrupte, le financement accordé aux technologies propres a atteint des sommets, soit plus de 4.5B$. Par la suite, l’enveloppe totale accordée aux cleantech n’a pas, jusqu’à tout récemment, cessé de diminuer. Plusieurs analystes ont tenté de soulever des causes possibles de la tendance à la baisse du financement et formulé des dizaines d’hypothèses, en plus de noter des tendances collatérales, sans jamais aller au fond des choses. L’objectif de ce mémoire est de déterminer les causes exactes et leur apport à la tendance énoncée, les conséquences et de formuler des recommandations sur les actions à prendre. Cycle Capital, entreprise partenaire, pourra, grâce aux conclusions, revoir certaines façons de procéder et également de faire rayonner les recommandations auprès des entités contribuant au capital à investir.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jacques Lemay

Student:

Partner:

Cycle Capital;Écotech Québec

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

HEC Montréal

Program:

Accelerate

Application of Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) on treating polluted water for aquaculture farms in Mekong Delta region.

The aquaculture industry at the Mekong Delta plays a major role in the Vietnam’s export economy since it serves as a key supplier of seafood to global markets. However, the water quality in fish and shrimp ponds in the region often contains high concentrations of contaminants, which negatively impact product quality by affecting the health and appearance of the animals, thereby reducing their export value. Therefore, the project aims to assess the potential application of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), which are porous materials capable of selectively trapping and removing contaminants from water or air, for treating polluted water from aquaculture farms in the Mekong Delta. MOFs will be specifically designed, synthesized and tested for the polluted water of aquaculture farms in the region. This will not only improve the quality and safety of the seafood being produced and exported, but also improve the sustainability of the entire process and ensure that the aquaculture production in Mekong Delta remains one of Vietnam’s top economic exports. The project will also benefit the collaborating research groups from Canada’s Concordia University and Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology by promoting the exchange of technology and methodologies to support their current work in sustainability.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ashlee Howarth

Student:

Partner:

Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education; Environmental Science and Technology; Sustainability & the Environment

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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