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IMII, Mitacs and U of S partner to lead minerals industry innovation in Canada

Saskatoon, SK. –  Saskatchewan’s International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII), the national research and training organization Mitacs, and University of Saskatchewan are partnering on a novel research and training initiative through an investment valued at more than $600,000. The Mitacs Industry Executive in Residence—Minerals (MIER-Minerals) will identify and create new research initiatives that will lead to […]

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Mitacs extends condolences to family and friends of Jim Flaherty

Mitacs was saddened to learn of the passing of former Finance Minister and longstanding public servant, Jim Flaherty. “Mr. Flaherty leaves behind an impressive record of bringing policies that made Canada stronger economically, socially and culturally,” said Dr. Arvind Gupta, Mitacs CEO and Scientific Director. “He managed the country’s finances during turbulent economic times and […]

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Interim CEO & Scientific Director Announced for Mitacs

The Mitacs Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Robert Annan as interim chief executive officer (CEO) and scientific director of Mitacs, effective July 1, 2014. Dr. Annan will replace Dr. Arvind Gupta, current CEO and scientific director, who will move to his new role as the 13th president and vice chancellor of the University of […]

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Metro Regina – Saskatchewan invests $365,000 in research internships for graduate and international students

Saskatchewan’s Education Ministry is investing a total of $365,000 into research internships for graduate and international students through the non-profit, national Mitacs program. An amount of $225,000 will go to 30 research and development internships for Saskatchewan graduate and post doctoral students, while $140,000 will fund 20 international research opportunities for international students and Saskatchewan […]

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CKRM AM Regina – Saskatchewan graduate students get extra boost from the government

The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $365,000 in student research opportunities through Mitacs programs. The funding includes $225,000 for graduate research and development internships in Saskatchewan through Mitacs Accelerate, and $140,000 for graduate and senior undergraduate international research opportunities though Mitacs Globalink. CKRM AM Regina covers the story:  

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Government of Saskatchewan to invest in research and development internships and international collaboration through Mitacs, Inc.

The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $365,000 in student research opportunities through Mitacs programs. The funding includes $225,000 for graduate research and development internships in Saskatchewan through Mitacs Accelerate, and $140,000 for graduate and senior undergraduate international research opportunities though Mitacs Globalink. “Facilitating innovation and research excellence, with an eye to international competitiveness, is the […]

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Vancouver Sun – UBC’s innovative new president

A computer science professor with a reputation for putting students in jobs, partnering with industry, and attracting government funding in fiscally conservative times will be the University of B.C.’s new president. When Arvind Gupta steps into his role as UBC’s 13th president on July 1, he will take over a university from outgoing president Stephen […]

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Vancouver Sun online – Arvind Gupta named next UBC president

The University of British Columbia’s next president will be Arvind Gupta. Current president Stephen Toope is leaving June 30 to become director of the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs. Gupta is now chief executive officer of Mitacs, a national not-for-profit organization that strives to make Canada more innovative and that is headquartered […]

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Mitacs congratulates its CEO Dr. Arvind Gupta on his appointment as 13th President and Vice Chancellor of the University of British Columbia

The Board of Directors and staff of Mitacs congratulate its CEO and Scientific Director, Dr. Arvind Gupta, on his appointment as the 13th President and Vice Chancellor of the University of British Columbia. Dr. Gupta is a well-regarded expert in science and innovation policy with a proven track record in building meaningful research collaborations between […]

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