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On October 9, 2024, during the fifth annual awards ceremony, Co-operative and Experiential Education (CEE) recognized co-op employers as award recipients and honourable mentions in six categories. Each of the winning employers shared insights into how their organizations impact student experiences while benefiting from Waterloo’s co-op student talent. 

The University of Waterloo’s Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA) generated a significant labour and economic impact after its initial year of investment from the federal government.

Funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) in February 2023 generated 79 permanent new jobs, $1.5 million in direct investments and $1.38 million in sales of new products, processes and services.

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have received $2.5 million in funding to reimagine how waste materials — such as plastics, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and agricultural residues — can be converted into marketable products.

The funding was awarded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as part of the National Science Foundation Global Centers initiative. Waterloo researchers are part of the Center for Innovative Recycling and Circular Economy (CIRCLE).    

Benjie Thomas (PDAcc '98), is the new CEO of KPMG in Canada and his path to getting there is a testament to the power of education, determination and the opportunities that lie within Waterloo’s co-op program. Thomas’s journey from the School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) to one of the most influential figures in Canadian business is a story of dedication, leadership and commitment to excellence.

Thomas's decision to pursue his studies at Waterloo was driven by two key factors: The University's renowned reputation for CPA success and its robust co-op program.

This past September, the City of Waterloo lit up with the annual Lumen Festival, which explores the interplay of light, art and technology.

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, more than 100 different types of cancer-related diseases are diagnosed annually.

The University of Waterloo has been ranked 25th on Fast Company’s inaugural Ignition Schools 2024 list, recognizing the top 50 universities worldwide that are driving innovation and entrepreneurship. Waterloo is also the third-highest ranked Canadian university, following the University of Toronto and McGill University.

WatSPEED at the University of Waterloo has partnered with Delta Elevator to enhance the leadership and supervisory skills of Delta's teams through targeted upskilling programs.

This collaboration marks a strategic shift in Delta's approach to employee development, expanding beyond its historically strong technical training to a more comprehensive focus on leadership and management excellence, leveraging WatSPEED's expertise.

On a bright and sunny day two years ago, in front of a large gathering on the BMH Green, we joined members of the Indigenous community to recognize and celebrate Waterloo’s commitment to decolonization, indigenization and reconciliation. It was a momentous day, and just the first of many on a long journey ahead as we continue to work towards that commitment.