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Join over 2000 learners on IBM SkillsBuild, available through the McKenna Institute! Over 10,000 courses in Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Technology, Project Management, and so much more available for free to New Brunswickers. https://lnkd.in/gCqJcqsU

“I truly believe that women in tech will be key to driving innovation as we move forward. Creating a space where women can build relationships, encourage one another and thrive in this dynamic field has been incredibly empowering,” Hwany Kim, president of UNB's new Women in CyberSecurity student chapter says in this new piece from the UNB Newsroom. Learn more about the UNB chapter and the ICTC Women+ in Cybersecurity pilot we are proud to work on with post-secondary institutions across New Brunswick! https://lnkd.in/gwjKcb43

We're hiring a Strategic Program Director to join our team! The position will be responsible for developing strategies and project plans for digital programs that impact New Brunswick. These projects and programs align with the mandate to accelerate talent and ideas to enable every New Brunswick community to thrive in a digital world. Read more about the opportunity here. Applications close November 6. https://ow.ly/1GbM50TR5jj #hiring #digital #newbrunswick #talent

Last week, Melanie Anderson, national cybersecurity leader from the Canadian Centre for Cybersecurity, delivered an informative talk on the threat posed by quantum computing to data and privacy. She delivered the talk to an audience of eager academics, business leaders, and government leaders gathered at the Cyber Centre in Fredericton’s Knowledge Park. Resources on quantum computing are available on cyber.gc.ca and you can read more about Melanie's insightful discussion in the Telegraph-Journal: https://lnkd.in/gpCt3pik Thank you to the UNB Faculty of Computer Science, University of New Brunswick Associated Alumni, and Knowledge Park | Parc du Savoir for supporting the event!

Yesterday morning, we and UNB Faculty of Computer Science hosted students from the ICTC-CTIC Women+ in Cybersecurity program and students from the WiCys club at UNB to meet with national cybersecurity leader Melanie Anderson! A great discussion was had on Melanie's career journey and the cybersecurity industry. To learn more about UNB's WiCys club, send an email to [email protected].

InnovateNB is just around the corner and there is still time to nominate New Brunswick's top innovators! Categories include Innovation in Academia & Research, Innovators to Watch, Economic Impact through Innovation, and more. Submit your nominations here by midnight on Tuesday, October 15! https://lnkd.in/gM842ssv

Congratulations Janet Lin on this appointment to Chair of the Board of Directors with ICTC! Janet is an alumni of the UNB Faculty of Computer Science and we are proud to work with ICTC and the Faculty of Computer Science on the Women in Cybersecurity program.

This week we were thrilled to have Erin Barrett President & CEO of Eigen Innovations Inc. speak to students at the Barrett Entrepreneurship Speaker Series. Erin talked to a packed room of CS & Eng students about the long and fascinating Barrett Family entrepreneurial journey (potatoes, motorcycles, outdoor clothing, rural internet ... and many points in between!), and about Eigen's journey out of UNB to manufacturing floors across North America. 🚘 Her advice to students with tech-minded entrepreneurial dreams was "don't be technology looking for a problem. Find a problem that can be solved with tech." Thank you Erin for your insights and great stories, to the Barrett Family for continuing to invest in New Brunswick's entrepreneurial spirit, and the McKenna Institute for connecting the dots back to UNB for students benefit through Dr. Kenneth Kent the Barrett Chair in Entrepreneurship for Digital Transformation!

Be sure to register now as space is limited for our talk "Quantum Computing, Cryptography, and Cybersecurity – What Does It All Mean?" with Melanie Anderson, Director General Information Assurance, part of the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security at the Communications Security Establishment. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/eUBqfYhV Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity UNB Faculty of Computer Science

The McKenna Institute recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honouring the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences, and stories of Indigenous peoples. Let’s keep the conversation going beyond today, engaging in dialogue, and learning throughout the year. We are dedicated to supporting Indigenous communities across New Brunswick through purposeful partnerships and meaningful program delivery. We are honoured to collaborate with the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) and Ulnooweg Education Centre to create unique opportunities for these communities.