Vancouver, BC — Researchers at Lakehead University and the Thunder Bay Regional Health Research Institute will lead graduate students to develop and commercialize the next generation of medical imaging detectors that will improve patient outcomes, thanks to a new partnership with Mitacs.   Mitacs, a national, not-for-profit research and training organization, is providing a $400,000 grant to […]

Ottawa, ON — Mitacs, a national, not-for-profit organization that provides post-secondary researchers with innovation-focused internships, commends the Government of Canada’s new investments to support Canadian researchers, including increased funding to the three federal research councils, as well as measures that support diversity and inclusion. These investments will provide researchers with access to support at all […]

Vancouver, BC — During Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s state visit to India this week, Mitacs announced a new partnership with India’s Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) to expand research opportunities for Canadian and Indian graduate students with academic institutions and industry partners in each country. Through the three-year partnership, more than 200 graduate students […]

Vancouver, BC — The editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers have named Mitacs, a national not-for-profit organization, as one of British Columbia’s top employers for 2018. The award reflects excellence in social, financial, and professional aspects of the workplace and employee experience.  The editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers considered Mitacs for its commitment to […]

Vancouver, BC – Mitacs, a not-for-profit research and training organization, is pleased to partner with the awardees of the Government of Canada’s $950M Innovation Superclusters Initiative. Mitacs’ internship programs will support all five superclusters from across the country by connecting partners within each and by supplying research talent. The five superclusters are as follows: The […]

Vancouver, BC— Mitacs, a Canadian not-for-profit research and training organization, and the state of Guanajuato’s Institute of Finance and Information for Education (EDUCAFIN) signed an agreement today in Mexico to create opportunities for undergraduate students in the state to participate in Canadian research internships. Starting in 2019, the partnership will provide senior level undergraduates with […]

Ottawa, Ontario — VIA Rail passengers are making more connections than ever following the launch of a new, thought-provoking podcast series on VIA Rail’s On Train Entertainment system in the Quebec City–Windsor corridor. This marks the first time VIA Rail has introduced a podcast channel for riders. The podcast, called C4C Conversations, was created from […]

Vancouver, BC — The United States, the United Kingdom, and all countries in the European Union will be open to senior undergraduate and graduate students at Canadian universities for research exchanges through Mitacs, a national not-for-profit research and training organization. Through a Mitacs Globalink Research Award university students can participate in a 12- to 24-week […]

Ottawa, ON — Canada’s talented and skilled workforce is a competitive advantage for our country that attracts investment, drives innovation, and strengthens the economy. That’s why our government is investing in Canadians—to make sure our students and recent graduates have the skills they need for the middle-class jobs of today and tomorrow. The Honourable Navdeep Bains, […]

Ottawa, ON — Five researchers from across Canada were recognized last night for their innovative efforts to transform the lives of Canadians. Their contributions include research to stop cancer from spreading, helping elite athletes overcome sleep disturbances, and making Canada’s heavy oil recovery process more efficient. The innovators were recognized at the 7th annual Mitacs Awards, […]

Vancouver, BC — Mitacs, a national not-for-profit research and training organization, announced two partnerships with India’s Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) and the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) to expand collaborative research opportunities between Canada and India. Students will benefit from high-quality research experiences while expanding their global research networks. The announcement was made […]

Quebec City, QC – Mitacs, a national not-for-profit research and training organization, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Government of Canada’s health research investment agency, announce a new partnership to provide internship opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the health sector. The partnership, announced today at the Canadian Association for […]