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We are on the cusp of a new information revolution – a quantum leap in technology – and the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) at the University of Waterloo is leading the way. With the world’s largest concentration of researchers working to harness the forces of quantum mechanics, the institute stands to transform computing, communications and other technologies. Read the rest of this entry »

While Canadian educators believe that digital technologies can enrich students’ learning, there are still significant challenges to overcome in making this happen – with one of the main barriers being students’ lack of digital literacy skills. And school filters and policies that ban or restrict networked devices in the classroom take away the very opportunities young people need to develop digital literacy skills such as good judgment and responsible use. Read the rest of this entry »

Educators from across the country are developing new learning opportunities that fuel the intrinsic motivation of students to take ownership of their learning and challenge traditional ideas of “teacher” and “learner”. Read the rest of this entry »

The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) and Microsoft Canada have formed an Education Alliance Agreement that will transform the education experience in the region and help to strengthen the local economy. This agreement is the first of its kind in Canada and will provide the UCDSB’s 30,000 students and 2449 teachers with access to leading-edge technology that will empower educators, enrich instruction, and help prepare students and communities join the 21^stcentury workforce. Read the rest of this entry »

Canadian and India university presidents have reviewed Waterloo-based ClevrU as a solution to India’s problems with massive need for students access to quality schools. ClevrU is a cloud based, intelligent mobile platform that can be quickly adopted by 450 million students looking for access to high quality, affordable education. Read the rest of this entry »

transmission: GLOBAL SUMMIT founder and CEO, Tyl van Toorn, and Dean of the Faculty of Music for the University of Toronto, Dr. Don McLean, announced yesterday their intention to establish a unique, strategic partnership, creating a global institute for the creative industries. Read the rest of this entry »

Testing and training platform provider Yardstick is thrilled to announce the launch of BoatExams.com, operated by the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons and powered by Yardstick’s Learning Management Platform. The website is well on its way to becoming the number one choice for boating enthusiasts to obtain a Transport Canada approved Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC – Boater License). Read the rest of this entry »

This month, attend Profit By Design to unlock the power of design for your business with this intimate gathering of design and business innovators. Taking place at Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver this February 24^th and 25^th, Profit By Design is an exclusive two day product development and innovation conference and workshop. Experience unprecedented access as some of North America’s leading ‘Design First’ corporations divulge their business innovation, leadership methods, and practices of signature success. Read the rest of this entry »

The Haskayne School of Business and the Department of Economics at the University of Calgary are delighted to announce the new Centre for the Digital Economy (CDE@) sited at the University of Calgary’s downtown campus. Read the rest of this entry »

The 7th Annual Vancouver Women in Film Festival 2012 (VWIFF), presented by Women In Film & Television Vancouver (WIFTV), celebrates the kick off on International Women’s Day commencing Thursday, March 8 to Sunday, March 11, with the Women In Film & Television International (WIFTI) short film spotlight screenings on March 8. All events take place at the Vancity Theatre, which is located at 1181 Seymour Street in Vancouver. Tickets are on sale now. Read the rest of this entry »