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Westland Insurance Group Ltd.

Westland Insurance Group is a leading provider of insurance services, dedicated to making insurance more accessible and client-centric. The main activities of Westland involve offering a wide range of insurance products and services, focusing on community care and customer satisfaction. The innovation challenge they face lies in optimizing their Learning Management System (LMS) and enhancing eLearning content to meet evolving educational needs efficiently. This project aims to streamline LMS operations by updating records accurately, analyzing and enhancing eLearning content, and aligning learning plans with organizational goals. Beyond routine tasks, this initiative will elevate Westland’s capability to adapt swiftly to industry changes and improve employee training effectiveness. Expertise in learning technology, content analysis, and instructional design is crucial to successfully address these challenges and drive sustainable growth in employee development at Westland Insurance Group.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Westland Insurance

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Metis Family Services

Metis Family Services (MFS) operates as a vital not-for-profit organization under the CFCSA, dedicated to ensuring child safety and providing essential family support services across Surrey, Delta, White Rock, and Ladner. With a mandate that includes guardianship, adoption, and resource services for Metis children in foster care throughout Greater Vancouver, MFS plays a crucial role in the community. MFS faces the pressing challenge of enhancing their educational and digital outreach capabilities to better serve Metis families and children. The organization recognizes the need for structured e-learning courses that can deliver effective leadership training and culturally relevant education to their staff, foster families, and community members. Additionally, there is a strong desire to revamp their current website to improve usability, content management, and engagement with the community. The development of comprehensive e-learning modules aimed at providing essential leadership training and culturally sensitive education. These courses will not only enhance the professional skills of our staff but also empower foster families and community members with knowledge and resources that align with Metis traditions and values. A redesign of our website to create a more user-friendly experience and improve accessibility to resources. This includes implementing modern web design principles, enhancing content organization, and integrating features that foster community engagement and interaction.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Metis Family Services

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Development of an NDT Dataset Towards Automation of Nuclear Dry Storage Container Lid Weld Inspection

Dry Storage Containers are used by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to store spent nuclear fuel that occurs due to power generation. These containers require inspection to ensure the welded seam sealing the lid to the container base contains no defects. Currently, this time-consuming process limits the production of these containers at a time when energy demand from nuclear is increasing. The primary objective of this proposed project is to facilitate future automation of analyses by acquiring, relating, aligning, and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources (reports, ultrasonic probes, etc.). This work will entail the development of data extraction, management, manipulation, and visualization tools, as well as building a novel dataset with isolated defect indications related to source ultrasonic data as well as weld and inspection metadata.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Roman Maev

Student:

Partner:

Ontario Power Generation (Pickering)

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Utilities

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Fast Custom OCR for Handwritten Text on Checks

Automating the extraction of handwritten text from checks is crucial for fraud detection and efficient check processing. Although Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tools like Tesseract excel with typed text, they often falter with handwritten content, causing computational inefficiencies. This project’s focus is on developing a rapid and cost-effective OCR solution tailored for handwritten text on checks. By harnessing open-source OCR libraries alongside customized enhancements, we aim to build a robust system adept at precisely extracting names and other vital handwritten fields from checks. This technological advancement is poised to significantly improve fraud detection accuracy and streamline processing workflows in financial institutions. By overcoming the challenges posed by handwritten content variability, we anticipate enhancing the overall security and operational efficiency of financial transactions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Karteek Popuri

Student:

Partner:

NASDAQ Canada Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Artificial Intelligence

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Accelerate

Enhancing Kinematic Parameter Estimation of Rockets through Sensor Fusion and Networked Measurement Systems

The project determines the limitation boundaries of single sensor measurements by assessing the accuracy of a rocket’s kinematic parameters—such as speed, turn rate, and acceleration—based on the precision of individual sensor measurements. This involves evaluating whether these parameters can be accurately measured or estimated using each available sensor while considering the rocket’s dynamic behavior. Additionally, the project will quantify both the instantaneous and cumulative measurement/estimation errors of these kinematic parameters for subsequent comparison and analysis. Building on this, the project will employ sensor networks to enhance measurement capabilities. After identifying the limitations of each sensor and the associated estimation algorithms, we will develop and implement sensor fusion techniques, potentially incorporating distributed estimation algorithms. The primary objective is to achieve superior measurement and estimation performance over the individual sensors’ algorithms, leveraging the collective capabilities of the sensor network. Furthermore, we will investigate the robustness of the control algorithms to the inherent uncertainties in both single sensors and sensor networks and quantify the impact of estimation errors in the control performance.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohammad Pirani

Student:

Partner:

Airshare

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Élaboration d’un cadre de performance et de KPI stratégiques pour l’OBNL Alloprof

Ce projet vise à analyser et à mettre à jour les indicateurs de performance clés actuels d’Alloprof afin de créer un nouveau cadre de performance qui permettra à l’organisation de mieux contrôler le succès continu de ses initiatives. Ce cadre tiendra compte de la position d’Alloprof en tant qu’organisation à but non lucratif et de ses diverses parties prenantes. Les indicateurs clés de performance et le cadre de performance actualisés seront ensuite mis en œuvre au cours du projet afin de déterminer des points de référence pour l’organisation. À la fin du projet, Alloprof disposera de recommandations fondées sur des données pour améliorer ses opérations, ainsi que d’une méthode fondée sur des données pour suivre la progression des efforts de l’organisation vis-à-vis de ses différentes parties prenantes. Par exemple, les nouveaux indicateurs de performance clés pourraient aider à fournir aux étudiants un contenu d’apprentissage plus efficace et plus attrayant, à identifier les points problématiques du site web qui entravent l’expérience de l’utilisateur, et à permettre à l’organisation de mieux allouer les fonds de ses donateurs. Ce nouveau cadre permettra à l’organisation de détecter plus rapidement les écarts par rapport à ses objectifs et d’adapter ses décisions en conséquence.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Marie-Claude Trudel

Student:

Partner:

Alloprof

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Education

University:

HEC Montréal

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Examining Travel Behaviour and Electric Vehicle Preferences in Mohali, Punjab

Electric vehicles have been a focal point of sustainable transport planning in recent years. Technological advancement, environmental concerns, and supportive policies have created momentum for a global transition to electric vehicles. It is a vital step for the mitigation of climate change and a reduced fossil fuel dependence. There is an increased emphasis on the scientific understanding of factors influencing the purchase propensities in (potential) electric vehicle consumers. This project will work to decode the consumer preferences and purchase propensity for electric vehicles in tier-two and tier-three cities in India, and to identify the primary factors influencing these preferences.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ahsan Habib

Student:

Partner:

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Simulation et caractérisation de phototransducteurs a basse température pour application spatiale

La recharge de batterie ou encore l’alimentation continue d’appareils/engins sans fils et éloignés de toute source électrique ou solaire, comme dans le cas d’applications dans le domaine spatial, sont de véritables défis. L’usage couplé d’un émetteur laser et d’un photo-transducteur (PPC) pour transférer de la puissance sur de longues distances est une solution potentielle intéressante. Notre groupe de recherche teste donc ces dispositifs dans des conditions semblables à celles que l’on peut retrouver dans le vide sidéral, c’est-à-dire à basses températures et faible pression ambiante. Ces travaux nous permettent de comprendre l’impact de conditions extrêmes sur les performances des photo-transducteurs minces, nous indiquant par la même occasion si ce type de technologie peut être utilisé dans l’espace.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Karin Hinzer

Student:

Partner:

Volta Space Technologies Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Participation citoyenne dans le milieu communautaire en santé mentale à Montréal : état de situation, facteurs facilitants et obstacles

Le RACOR souhaite mener une recherche visant à documenter les pratiques de ces organismes concernant la participation des personnes premières concernées au sein de ces organismes. En identifiant les pratiques valorisants et respectant la voix des personnes vivant avec un trouble de santé mentale et en faisant de la promotion et de l’éducation sur des moyens concrets pour soutenir leur participation active, ce projet vise à favoriser leur plein engagement dans la gouvernance des organismes. Leur participation accrue dans la vie démocratique des organismes communautaires contribuera assurément au développement d’activités et de services répondant mieux à leurs besoins et intérêts, et à une amélioration globale de la qualité de ces services. L’intégration d’une stagiaire Mitacs permettra un meilleur arrimage de l’ensemble des parties prenantes afin de produire des outils qui guidera concrètement le partenaire. Les résultats permettront de développer des outils favorisant la participation des personnes premières concernées dans les organismes communautaires en santé mentale.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Katharine Larose-Hébert

Student:

Partner:

Réseau Alternatif et Communautaire des Organismes (RACOR) en santé mentale

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

University:

Université TÉLUQ

Program:

Accelerate

Suppression of self-biased phototransistor effect in InP-based photonic modulators

The project relates to a key electro-optic component used in optical modems that route internet traffic between cities, countries, and continents. These high-bandwidth long-haul systems are also being evaluated to solve the problem of moving data between data centers and even within data centers for high-bandwidth applications such as cloud services and artificial intelligence. The transmitter in such systems must convert electrical signals from an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) to light signals which can be sent down an optical fibre. To increase the bandwidth of the electro-optic transmitter, a novel design has been proposed and patented by Ciena Canada. To ensure a path to commercialization, the new design must be explored both theoretically and experimentally with a depth and rigor not possible in an industrial environment. This project sets forth a set of research questions to answer, with simulation tools and sample devices provided by Ciena Canada.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Karin Hinzer

Student:

Partner:

Ciena Canada (Ottawa, ON)

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Manufacturing

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

A hyperspectral image simulator to train AI processing systems

Hyperspectral imaging is among the most promising earth observation technologies today. Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) from satellites and uncrewed aerial systems is now feasible and enables the monitoring of new earth systems at unprecedented spatio-temporal scales. Applications of HSI include agriculture, natural resources and environmental monitoring, to name a few. Simulation of the hyperspectral imaging process allows the user to assess if a certain imaging solution would lead to the expected target knowledge.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alexander Braun

Student:

Partner:

Metaspectral

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Queen's University

Program:

Accelerate

Hume and the Principle of Sufficient Reason

This project aims to show that Hume does not reject the principle of sufficient reason (PSR), but rather proposes an understanding of it. Some scholars, such as Della Rocca (2018, 2021), Schrenk (2010), and Pruss (2006), have argued that Hume rejects the PSR when he discusses the causal maxim: “whatever begins to exist, must have a cause of existence” (T 1.3.3.1). These scholars have assumed that Hume rejects the necessary connection between cause and effect and accepts the existence of brute facts, i.e., facts for which no explanation can be given. Additionally, Hume rejects the conceivability of the notion of “efficient cause” (T 1.3.14.27). It seems, then, that Hume rejects the PSR. However, Hume rejects the existence of brute facts because he denies that “any thing might arise without a Cause” and claims that the causal maxim is an empirical truth.  These commitments raise a problem: How does Hume understand the PSR such that necessary connection and efficient power are not part of it? I aim to answer this question, showing that Hume develops a positive understanding of the PSR, such as the necessary connection and the notion that an efficient cause cannot be part of it.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dario Perinetti

Student:

Partner:

Yale University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

Université du Québec à Montréal

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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