Information session

Hear from Velocity, Problem Lab, Zero, Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, GreenHouse, St. Paul’s University College, Grebel Peace Incubator, and the University of Waterloo Library.

Plus, stay till the end for your chance at winning a pair of AirPods!

Do you know what sustainable and inclusive entrepreneurship mean? Are you looking for advice or to get involved?

Join the conversation on inclusive entrepreneurship within Waterloo’s innovation ecosystem, in partnership with LiftOff by the Caribbean Canadian Association of Waterloo Region. Engage with key panelists who will share unique perspectives and insights on what’s happening today and moving forward, including a focus on UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The Problem Lab and the Faculty of Environment present an information session on the concept of the triple bottom line. A panel of speakers and subject matter experts will speak about the importance of social, environmental and financial considerations that companies can build into their organizations. Using case studies and real-world examples, you will understand how companies can apply the triple bottom line to build commercial ventures that enhance people’s lives and the well-being of the planet.

A user-centric approach to your idea will ensure you build a product that your customers will love. In this session, Matt Neill, Product Designer at Faire, will discuss how to utilize design thinking to start your project off on the right foot. By the end of the session, you will learn how to translate user insights into actionable steps that solve problems for your customers.

Personal finance is all about how you manage your money. Learn from Madi Fuller of Wealthsimple about being smart with your savings, creating a budget, investing, and more! This session is for those saving up to start a business or anyone who wants to improve their financial literacy.

Grade 10 students and their supporters thinking about university are invited to an info session on admissions, financing their education, and advice on how to start preparing for university.

Water challenges are complex and require innovative solutions. The application of nanotechnology in the water sector offers real opportunity for breakthrough innovations that will contribute to the more sustainable use and management of water.

Join this virtual employer information session with employers from various departments in the Government of Canada. This is an opportunity to network with employers from the government and learn about what these jobs have to offer.

This event takes place on Tuesday, January 18th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for both co-op and graduating students to connect with potential employers and explore the types of positions that are available with the government.

As part of the Water Institute's WaterLeadership training series, the Water Institute, presents, " Improving Bibliometrics for Early Career Researchers” with special guest, Laura Bredahl, a Bibliometrics and Research Impact Librarian from the UW Library.

"What would it be like to live in a museum?"

Join us for an evening of storytelling and conversation with past and present Brubacher House Hosts in celebration of the new LIFE UPSTAIRS digital exhibit.

This free online community event will take place over Zoom. Register in advance to receive event details.

Feel free to contact Brubacher House with any questions about the event: 519-886-3855 or bhouse@uwaterloo.ca.