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Omron Foundation Donates More Than $1 Million to UM-Dearborn for New Robotics Lab and Undergraduate Scholarship Endowment

April 14, 2023 The Omron Robotics and Human Factors Lab features Omron collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and other next-generation technologies The Omron Foundation, which is the charitable arm of global automation leader’s U.S.-based offices, collaborated with UM-Dearborn to build a state-of-the-art robotics and automation laboratory for its engineering students. The Omron Robotics and…

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Humber’s Recycling Robot Introducing the Next Generation to STEM

March 28, 2023 Humber’s recycling robot introducing the next generation to STEM. Humber College students have built and programmed a robot that can sort recycling materials and are using it to get the next generation interested in technology. The robot sorts recycled materials such as metal and plastic from a bin and utilizes a 3D…

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Ontario Building Training Centre

Building and upgrading training centre facilities will help prepare workers to tackle the labour shortage To help tackle the province’s labour shortage and get more people into rewarding careers in the skilled trades, the Ontario government is investing $224 million more to build and upgrade training centres. The province also plans to invest $75 million…

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Humber Students Win Intra-Provincial Mechatronics Skills Competition

Dillon Kong and Paxton Coghlin Will Compete at 2023 Provincial Skills Ontario Competition March 10, 2023 By Krystie Johnston On February 17, students competed at the Humber Skills Varsity Qualifying Competition in the Mechatronics category at the Skills Mechatronics Room, located on the second floor of the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation. The event lasted…

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Barrett Family Foundation Gift Benefits Students, Humber, and Industry

March 10, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Historic Day for Humber College January 24, 2023 was an historic day for Humber College. The college received the largest, private donation presented to an Ontario college in Canadian history. A $30 million dollar gift from the Barrett Family Foundation will be used to support the College and its…

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Schulich Builders: Scholarships for Skilled Trades is the Largest Skilled Trade Scholarship Program in Canada

Humber Helping to Train the Next Generation of Tradespeople with Support of The Schulich Foundation February 10, 2023 Recently, at Humber College’s North Campus, the Schulich Foundation announced the establishment of the Schulich Builders: Scholarships for Skilled Trades, Canada’s largest skilled trade scholarship program.   Recognizing a decline in the number of skilled workers in Canada,…

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Humber College Receives $30 Million Gift from the Barrett Family Foundation

January 27, 2023 Humber College is the recipient of a $30 million gift from the Barrett Family Foundation, marking the largest single donation made to an Ontario college. Combined with their donations to Humber’s Unlimited Campaign, the Barrett Family Foundation has given a total of $42 million, making their donation the largest in Canadian college history….

Ontario Building Fortress Am-Can to Strengthen Security on Both Sides of the Border
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Ontario Modernizing Computer Studies and Tech-Ed Curriculum to Ensure Students Are Prepared for the Jobs of the Future

New curriculum to focus on life and job skills to prepare for jobs of the future January 25, 2023 To prepare students for the jobs of the future, the Ontario government is updating high school courses in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), including learning related to the skilled trades to ensure students have the cutting-edge…

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ACTE CareerTech VISION 2022: Advancing Education and Training in Industry 4.0, STEM and Advanced Manufacturing Careers

 

In collaboration with certification entity NC3 and industry partners, Festo Didactic is pleased to announce that it co-hosted an interactive shared learning experience at ACTE CareerTech VISION 2022. The NC3 Classroom utilized the shared space among partners to provide a 360-degree introduction to Industry 4.0 education and training.

 

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Rittal Presents the 2022 ‘Women in Tech’ EFC Scholarships to Ashlin Malik, University of Saskatchewan and Laura Yang, McMaster University

 

Rittal’s annual ‘Women in Tech’ Scholarships are so important as they recognize that women have a vital contribution to make in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Rittal Limited is so pleased to have pioneered this scholarship in 2019, and continues to award the Electro-Federation Canada ‘Women in Tech’ Scholarship annually, to deserving women to help them to pursue their dreams in the Electrical Industry.

 

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National Manufacturing Month and Beyond

 

Known as National Manufacturing Month, there’s no better time than October to reflect on the importance of building a sustainable workforce for a more resilient future. As manufacturers across the country host student tours, Yaskawa Motoman continues to take part in STEM-centric events that fuel optimism for careers in robotic automation, as well as offer comprehensive robot training through Yaskawa Academy.

 

How Festo Is Filling the Training Gap with Workforce Development
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How Festo Is Filling the Training Gap with Workforce Development

 

Labour and skills shortages are among the most pressing challenges that manufacturers face today. Access to a large, high-quality workforce is critical for manufacturing to be successful. In this article, Greg James, Regional Sales Manager – Festo Didactic Ltd. shines some light onto what is being done in Canada to help ensure there are enough skilled workers available to keep the factory of the future running.

 

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Smartflower Microgrid Project Enhances Provincial Curriculum Resources and Showcases Saskatchewan Tech

 

Recently, the official launch of the Smartflower Microgrid (MG) marked another milestone for the future of green technology in Saskatchewan. The Saskatoon Industry Education Council (SIEC) and Siemens Canada welcomed dignitaries and guests to a launch event at Bishop James Mahoney High School in Saskatoon. The Smartflower MG is now powering classrooms and providing real-time data on electricity production and energy absorption.

 

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Ontario Launches Skilled Trades Career Fairs for Students

 

The Ontario government is working for workers by launching career fairs this fall to prepare the next generation of young people for rewarding and well-paying jobs in the skilled trades. These fairs address labour shortages in high-demand sectors and help deliver the province’s ambitious infrastructure plans, including building 1.5 million homes by 2031.

 

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We’ve Got You Covered: Festo Didactic and SICK Release New Curriculum for Robot Safety Awareness

 

Smart Technology is rapidly evolving, especially in the automation and engineering space. This can make it difficult for professionals and aspiring engineers to be adequately prepared throughout their careers. Festo Didactic, a leading equipment and solution provider for industrial and technical education, developed the program to holistically teach students robot safety. Students can learn the latest industry best practices and become valuable contributors to their employer from the first day on the job.

 

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Comau’s Robotics And Advanced Technologies For The “E.Do Learning Center”, The Educational Project Launched By Ferrari To Support New Generations Of Students In The Local Community

 

Comau has developed the advanced technologies and training solutions for the educational project “E.Do Learning Center”, promoted by Ferrari consistently with its ongoing support of the local territory. The Center opens recently in the Istituto Istruzione Superiore (IIS) “Fermo Corni” of Modena (Italy), an Institute of Higher Education and a Secondary School. The initiative, which highlights the increasing importance of bringing robotics from the factory to an increasing number of new sectors, provides students with a unique learning environment that is both fun and engaging. It is also an important tool to teach skills that can be used for future job