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High School Students Embark on an Entrepreneurial Journey with Science and Business 

Welcome back to the Science and Business Program at the University of Waterloo! Our unique program seamlessly blends scientific knowledge with business acumen. As you return, expect captivating courses, collaborative projects, and networking opportunities. Dive into scientific inquiry, develop entrepreneurial skills, and forge lifelong connections within a diverse community. This year promises exciting challenges and real-world projects, whether exploring biotechnology or financial markets. Keep an eye on our calendar for enriching events and workshops, and stay connected via our social media channels. Remember, your potential is limitless, and the knowledge gained here will propel you toward a future filled with opportunities. Welcome back to an incredible year!

The implementation of a blockchain-based system may resolve many of the challenges facing current electronic medical records for British Columbia patients. 

By integrating a blockchain encryption method that works with the current electronic medical record options already being used, patient information could be securely and efficiently passed between healthcare providers, without the need for paper records or faxes, according to researchers from the University of Waterloo.