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TechNova Group Benefits Technology Uprising International Engineering Alliance Registrar’s Report
our future. our choice.
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Leadership in Technology is the official newsletter of TechNova, the Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Nova Scotia.
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Technology Uprising
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EDITORIAL DIRECTION Vivian Ernst CREATIVE DIRECTOR Mario Zamfir The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the Association. TechNova assumes no responsibility or liability for damages arising from any error or omission or from the use of any information or advice printed in this publication. Letters regarding the newsletter should be addressed to the Editor at the Society’s address.
STORY IDEAS WELCOME Leadership in Technology strives to present news, stories and other content in the course of each year that is of particular interest or pertinence to TechNova members. We rely in part on your input to guide and generate articles. This is your publication and you are always encouraged to contribute. NEWS: Your technology career is ever-changing. Let others know about the changes and trends in your particular field, discipline or worksite. PROFILES: Want to share your own story? Leadership in Technology is a great way to demonstrate the ways that members utilize technology in their careers. FEEDBACK: Write to us and share your viewpoints (members and non-members alike). Write to info@technova.ca or send your letter/article to the TechNova office.
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From the Editor I’d like to begin by introducing myself. My name is Mike MacLean, and I am the new editor of Leadership in Technology. In addition to my role as editor, I’m also taking over the role of Communications Director for TechNova. I’m excited to take on the challenge of using Leadership in Technology, social media and our recently updated website to keep our members informed about the ongoing activities for TechNova, our national association CCTT, job postings, and new and exciting developments in the world of technology. My primary goal is to further develop the TechNova community using the previously mentioned platforms. Increased use of social media and frequent website updates are the first steps toward keeping our membership informed. Our Twitter account - @NSTechNova – will be the first place to see news updates, job postings and council meeting dates. Our Facebook page will serve the same purpose, but will also serve as a place for discussion. Our website can be found at www.technova.ca. The Leadership in Technology magazine is an excellent source of information for our members. We’re always looking for interesting content to share, and if you have anything you’d like to see in our magazine, you can contact us any time through Twitter, Facebook, or by email at mike.maclean@technova.ca. In this issue, we’ve highlighted a local company called Refuel Systems, who are making waves with their innovative method of fuel-polishing. The engine that runs TechNova is its membership, and the volunteers that serve on council and in various committees. We are always welcoming new members to volunteer with our organization, and I can assure you, giving your time to further your organization and yourself as a professional is incredibly rewarding. I’d like to thank my fellow members of council, TechNova Office Manager Vivian Ernst, and outgoing Editor Nate Dimock for their help in easing me into my new role. Have a safe and happy holiday season, and all the best in the New Year!
Mike MacLean, CET Editor, Councillor and Communications Director
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President
Eric Jury, CET
Acting Vice President
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Dear Members, I am always surprised at how quickly time goes by. As we move from summer to fall, and soon into winter, TechNova will be working hard to ensure all of the membership will have input into the direction the organization will be taking in the coming years. Over the past couple of months TechNova has been working hard for the membership in many different areas. We are currently working on projects related with CCTT and CTAB to improve our training and development programs and also expand our membership base. We are always looking for members to become active within the TechNova council and committees in many other different capacities. All full time-members are eligible to volunteer for council, if interested, please contact the office. Thanks to our new communications director Mike MacLean, TechNova has been working hard on getting our magazine and website in order. TechNova will be able to manage its website and magazine for future content and advertisements that the membership will find interesting. Also as a change, Michael Frampton is now our new Acting Vice President, as Technova’s former Vice President Nate Dimock had to relocate to Alberta for work. I want to personally say thank you, Nate for all the help you have given to Technova and me as President. I also look forward to working with Michael over the next couple of months and I am excited to hear all the ideas he has. I would like to wish every member and their family a happy and safe holidays. I look forward to serving all the council and membership in the New Year. Thank You, Eric D. Jury, CET President,
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NEW Members April 2013 - October 31, 2013
Associate Technologists Mason Croucher Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) John Allen David Butler Ricky Thibault Justin Wilson Leeland Thomson Stephen Estey Michael Edwards Catherine Lohnes Marcel Landry Paul Baillie Devon Pinks James Kempt Stephane Sabourin Lih-Ren Wang Tina Martin Amanda Grant Kimberley Harder Allain Thebeau Keith Tovey Certified Engineering Technicians (C.Tech) Curtis Heddon Jeff Gerrow Christopher Mark
Robert Bowler Bernard Elwin Adam Connors Matthew Smith Shane Branscombe Marc-Andre Julien Jeoffrey Veinotte Joshua Wood Christopher Hacking Paul Joseph Gagnon Martin MacArthur Andrew Cooper Applied Science Technician Glen Dawe Transfer In Tyler Seize Bruce O’Blenis Christine MacKinnon Upgrade from an Associate Technologist to a Certified Engineering Technologist Jennifer Comeau Jenna Walker Evgeni Motin Edison Miller Ashton Corkum Matthew Fry Dallas Wilson
Logan Webb Joseph MacPherson Travis Colter Jennifer Pushie-Burgher Maria Archibald Students Ryan Delaney Fady Ramsis Gavin Timberlake Colin Bown Colin MacGillivrary Lukas Wentzell Dhouv Mehta Stephen McNeil Michael Knox Samantha Fredericks Jack Tsao James Cann Micah Frith John Clarke Adam Langford Alex Pelger Amanda Morrison Shane Warren Ben Cochrane Mikhail Ivanov Michael MacNeil Kenny Sloan Thomas Falkenham Blake Robicheau Wade Bellefontaine Justin Thomas Ryan White
Adam Dorey Thomas MacDonald Carlos Tejada Fraser MacIver Brian MacLean Ruth Shorten Cassie Daniels Kory Hawes Kevin MacDonald John Stevenson Jacob Marshall Jason Thibeam Josh Richard Randi Redmond Michael Babineau Gillian Oxner Brenna Farmer Elijah Whynot Breanne Barry Kelly Regan Clayton Fiander Ken McGregor Wilson Chiang Bridget Campbell Colton Clarke Drew Conrad Corey Williams Coady Carter Cheryl Hill Christopher Rossong Nathan Fraser Jonathan Liotte Kristopher Amon Mat Sawler
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Technology uprising
Atlantic Canada poised for explosion of technology start-ups By Sarah Sawler
Kevin Lynch is the vice-chair of BMO Financial Group and an officer of the Order of Canada. He’s also the co-founder of 4Front Atlantic, a three-part annual that brought Atlantic Canadian business professionals together to brainstorm ways to kickstart the economy. According to Lynch, it’s critical that a way be found to keep young people in the region, and also attract young immigrants. And he believes that supporting technology start-ups is the key.
maybe even pull people back from other parts of the country. It will also attract immigrants, which we desperately need in Atlantic Canada.” He says that the region is already experiencing the beginnings of a technology boom. Notable examples include New Brunswick’s social media monitoring service, Radian6 Technologies, which was purchased by San Francisco’s Salesforce Marketing Cloud in 2011, as well as a number of successful ventures in Halifax, inspiring the launch of the HPX Digital conference.
“We’re creating the critical mass where science and business are coming together to create new firms,” explains Lynch. “And they’re not just trying to sell into traditional markets, they’re marketing globally.”
Lynch thinks Atlantic Canada has just about everything it needs to build a vibrant industry from this new base. With the region’s abundance of respected schools, its well-educated population, and the growing excitement about this new technology potential, it appears to be well positioned for future growth. Mentors, asserts Lynch, are the only missing element.
“The more we’re able create an eco-system that supports start-up firms, the more we’ll increase the incentive to stay in Atlantic Canada,” Lynch explains. “It could really change the dynamic,
“We have successful business people, but we really need them to take on young folks and give them the wisdom of their mistakes as much as their successes,” says Lynch. Article Source: http://www.atlanticbusinessmagazine.ca Reprinted with permission from the Atlantic Business Magazine.
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Last week in Halifax members of the commercial real estate industry gathered together for BOMEX® 2013, the national conference of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA). Hosted by BOMA Nova Scotia this year, BOMEX® 2013 welcomed over 250 delegates from across Canada, as well as many extra attendees at key conference functions. Special guests at BOMEX 2013 included Henry Chamberlain, President and CEO of BOMA International, and Richard Greninger, Chair of BOMA International. BOMA Canada was also well represented by Benjamin Shinewald, President & CEO, and Peter MacHardy, Chair. BOMEX® 2013 kicked off with a Golf Tournament, held at the renowned Glen Arbour Golf Course, and an alternative “Explore the Shore” Day Trip to Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove for non-golfers. Delegates came together with exhibitors that evening at the 2013 Opening Reception, held at the BOMEX® Trade Show, centre ice at the Halifax Metro Centre. BOMEX® 2013 featured five concurrent streams of educational sessions held over two days. Feature topics included the latest on green building technologies, updates on BOMA Measurement Standards, and presentations on the latest technologies avail-
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able to the owners and managers of Canada›s commercial real estate. In addition to regular sessions a Keynote Address was given by leading futurist Jim Carroll, and an Executive Roundtable with some of our leading experts in the field was held Thursday lunchtime. Delegates and guests had a chance to get together “maritime-style” at the Nova Scotia Kitchen party, held Wednesday evening at Casino Nova Scotia. Lobster meals were served to over 300 delegates who also had the chance to experience local entertainers performing traditional music, including a rousing rendition of MacPherson’s Lament. The grand finale of BOMEX������������������ ® 2013 ���������������� came Thursday night with the National Awards Gala, held in the Halifax World Trade and Convention Centre Ballroom. BOMA Canada’s TOBY, Pinnacle, Earth and Chairman’s Awards were presented in front of a large audience, ably MC’ed by local comedian and presenter Bill Carr. Musical entertainment featuring selections of music from across Canada was provided by the Mike Cowie Band. BOMA Manitoba looks forward to greeting BOMEX® delegates next year in Winnipeg September 9-11th. For additional information please contact Christine Corbin at the BOMA Nova Scotia office at 902 425 3717 or by email at info@bomanovascotia.com.
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ReFuel Systems Experiences Tremendous Growth in Move to US Market ReFuel Systems is finding more opportunities in the US Market as larger data centre & health care customers seek out ways to keep their stored diesel clean. ReFuel Systems, an innovative Dartmouth based fuelpolishing company, is finding a larger consumer base with higher diesel quality standards throughout the US market. “We did have success in Canada, and in fact attribute all our current success thus far, to the consumer market exclusively in Canada,” said business development manager Chris Curtis, “however since starting to move into the US market, we are finding more stringent and more enforceable guidelines on the quality of stored diesel- especially stored diesel for large data centres and health care institutions- is really propelling our growth in this market”. ReFuel Systems was founded in 2009
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as a division of Atlantica Mechanical, one of the largest mechanical contractors throughout the Atlantic Provinces. ReFuel was designed to address the fuel integrity issues caused by the desulphurization of diesel fuel to address stricter legislation over the past decade for emergency electrical power systems. Despite its harmful characteristics, sulphur acted as a natural lubricant within diesel and was toxic to microorganisms able to grow and reside in the fuel. The lost lubricity caused
by desulphurization also impacted the way water absorbed by the fuel, through temperature change and condensation, interacted. By reducing the sulphur, more micro-organisms and more water have been found present in more tanks, posing a tremendous problem to the diesel generator sets relying on these tanks, which will fail if operated on the contaminated fuel. Furthermore, increased tolerances and engine efficiencies designed to meet regulatory compliance, have made diesel generators far more susceptible to contaminated fuel. “We’ve found in the US, there are more of these mission-critical environments that absolutely cannot experience downtime due to dirty fuel, fuel that has not been maintained. Downtime for some of these sites means huge profit losses or in some cases could mean lives.”
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International Engineering Alliance There are six international agreements governing mutual recognition of engineering qualifications and professional competence. The Washington Accord, Sydney Accord and Dublin Accord are three multilateral agreements between groups of jurisdictional agencies responsible for accreditation or recognition of tertiary-level engineering qualifications within their jurisdictions who have chosen to work collectively to assist the mobility of engineering practitioners holding suitable qualifications. Membership is voluntary, but the signatories are committed to development and recognition of good practice in engineering education. The activities of the accord signatories are intended to assist growing globalization of mutual recognition of engineering qualifications. The Dublin Accord is an agreement for the international recognition of Engineering Technician qualifications and the Sydney Accord is the agreement for Engineering Technologists qualifications. The third agreement that is important to Canadian technologist is the International Engineering Technologist Agreement. Through this agreement
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CCTT was able to offer its new International Engineering Technologist Canada, IntET(Canada) designation. These senior technologists are added to an IETA International Register which provides mutual recognition or exemption and/or streamlined access by engineering technologists to licensing, registration or certification in economies other than that in which they first gained recognition. This past June, two representatives for CCTT attended the International Engineering Alliance meetings in Seoul, South Korea. At these meetings several new countries were admitted in to the IEA. Currently there are 8 Signatories to the Dublin Accord; Australia, Canada, Ireland, Korea, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom and the United States. The Sydney Accord includes the same signatories with the addition of Hong Kong China. During the week of meetings, I learned how much Canadian and international processes and graduate attributes are intertwined. As part of the process, the IEA monitors international accreditation processes and bench marks. The Canadian Technology Accreditation Board’s
process has been independently assessed by an international panel that reaffirmed that the Canadian process meets or exceeds the requirements set out by the IEA. As such, any Engineering program accredited by CTAB is internationally recognized. As well, the National Technology Benchmarks (NTBs) were compared to the IEA graduate attributes. As we move forward, the NTB steering committee will ensure that the NTBs match the graduate attributes of the IEA. I believe that with globalization it is important that we continued to have international recognition of Canadian educational programs. This allows Canadian companies to employ internationally recognized Engineering
Technicians and Technologists; this in turn makes the company more competitive in the global economy. As a Canadian, I am also proud that with all the countries that perform international accreditations, CTAB and the Canadian NTBs are now being used for this purpose. I would like to thank TechNova and the other CCTT provinces for their support. It is this support that allows Canada to maintain an international competitive edge. Louis LeBel, FEC (Hon.), CET Chair Elect CCTT
Registrar’s Report Since January of 2013, our membership has showed a steady growth. To date we have welcomed eighty- one new members to the association, a combination of certified and associate members. So far, our total membership is approximately 1758 members.
My report in this edition of Leadership in Technology is focused on the potential members through foreign applicants. The foreign applicants have shown a dramatic increase over the last year. Foreign application processing has been somewhat slow as the files require a thorough review and may also require assessment from an external source. To improve the application process and meet the growing demand for assessments from internationally trained technology professionals TechNova has launched the International Qualification Assessment (IQA) Project in partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education Skills and
Learning Branch, Adult Education Division. The project was officially launched in May 2013 and will be completed by March of 2014.
For the purpose of this project, an international qualifications assessment comprises an independent Canadian equivalency assessment of academic credentials and work experience for individuals trained outside of Canada. As proposed, the TechNova IQA program would evaluate the level and type of credential and experience obtained by prospective immigrants and new arrivals to Canada who have received overseas academic training in the areas of applied science & engineering technology. The IQA will compare international credentials and competencies gained against the National Technology Benchmarks using procedures that are transparent, consistent and nationally recognized within Canada. The IQA is intended solely as a preliminary assessment of international
credentials and experience for internationally trained technology professionals (ITPs) and does not in any way duplicate or replace professional certification which remains the exclusive domain of each of Canada’s provincial technology associations. When completed, the IQA will serve as a valuable tool to be used by TechNova’s Certification Board for the process of matching the National Technology Benchmarks with international education and experience. The IQA assessment tool will offer the advantage of having been specifically created by engineering technicians and technologists for the assessment of internationally trained engineering technicians and technologists providing a rich source of information for our certification board to base their decisions and exercise their professional judgment. Joe Simms, CET Registrar
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NRC and industry to turn biomass into plastics and composites
Government of Canada partners with industry to develop innovative materials for cars and houses The Industrial Biomaterials program, a new initiative that will help create more fuel-efficient vehicles and greener construction materials. The Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of State (Science and Technology) and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), announced the launch of the Industrial Biomaterials program, a new initiative that will help create more fuel-efficient vehicles and greener construction materials. “This new program will strengthen Canada’s role as a leader in the development of innovative, and sustainable materials and technologies,” said the
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Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of State (Science and Technology). “This is yet another example of how we’re ensuring more ideas get to the marketplace, as this program integrates the expertise of the NRC with the business know-how of Canadian industry leaders to manufacture new lightweight, cost-effective and bio-sourced materials for next generation vehicles and homes, to improve the quality of life of Canadians.” The Industrial Biomaterials program is a $55-million initiative over five years consisting of a $30 million investment by the NRC, and $25 million generated through collaborative projects with industry, academic
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institutions and other government departments. Canadian firms will now be able to transform agricultural and forestry by-products to create new materials and reduce the use of petroleum-based polymers (plastics). Bioresins, biofibers and biocomposites made from Canadian non-food biomass (such as wood, lignin, grain husks, flax and hemp stems) are environmentally friendly and provide alternative ecological options. These will provide manufacturers sustainable and durable green products to use in next-generation automobiles and building materials.
“Agricultural and forestry by-products will be integrated into new materials, which will ultimately reduce the use of petroleum-based polymers,” said John R. McDougall, President of the National Research Council of Canada. “These biomaterials promise to be as safe as the materials currently in use by industry, inexpensive to produce and the ideal lightweight technology for the automotive and construction sectors.” The program will combine resources from Canadian businesses to advance research and development in the manufacturing of industrial biomaterials. It will also help Canada’s transportation and construction industries remain competitive in global markets by ensuring that automotive parts manufacturers and green building material suppliers can adopt these leading-edge technologies. For further information, please contact: Media Relations Team National Research Council of Canada Telephone: 613-991-1431 Toll-free: 1-855-282-1637 Email: media@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca The Industrial Biomaterials program, a new initiative that will help create more fuel-efficient vehicles and greener construction materials.
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CCTT LOUIS LEBEL APPOINTED CCTT CHAIR The Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Louis LeBel, FEC (Hon), CET, IntET (Canada) as its 26th Chair for a two-year term. “We are delighted to have someone with Mr. LeBel’s knowledge and experience take over as Chair of CCTT at this time in our history” said Isidore J. LeBlond, President and CEO, of CCTT. At the 41st Annual General Meeting held September 28, 2013 the CCTT positions on innovation and leadership have been further strengthened by the following decisions: • New CCTT Bylaws approved under the new Canada NFPC Act (2009) • Business Associate Member category unveiled • New partnerships created with CareerJoy, Let’s Talk Science and MultiView • Affinity Agreement signed with Meloche Monnex Inc. • Eleven new IntET(Canada) designations granted “Building on last week’s highly successful National Technology Conference held in Winnipeg, MB, these new partnerships will help build momentum going forward and should be of benefit to all applied science and engineering technicians/technologists in Canada” said Mr. LeBel.
CCTT LAUNCHES NEW DESIGNATION FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGISTS IN CANADA Ottawa – June 12, 2013. The Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) today announced the launch of a new designation “IntET(Canada)”. The International Engineering Technologist designation is recognized by the International Engineering Alliance (IEA) taking into account the diversity of educational training and work experience around the world. According to CCTT Chair Robert Okabe, CET, the new international designation will play a key role in assisting the growing numbers of Canadian employers seeking to have their employees recognized as part of the engineering team. “The new designation offers experienced
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engineering technologists with an added credential to their CET or PTech which provides a competitive advantage” says Okabe. Information on the new credential, including costs and the application process are available on the CCTT website at www.cctt.ca
NATIONAL APPLIED RESEARCH CONTEST WINNERS Ottawa, Ontario (September 30, 2013)— The Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 National Applied Research Contest. They are: 1st Place $1,000 –Mark Watson “The Design and Analysis of an Open-Return Subsonic Wind Tunnel” Mechanical Engineering Technology New Brunswick Community College, Saint John, NB 2nd Place $500 – Cory Bernard, Ryan Fernando, Matthew Reid “ “ Design of an Interval Gearbox for a Downhill Mountain Bike” Mechanical Engineering Technology –Mechanical Design British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Burnaby, BC 3rd Place $250 – Ted Diener “Classification of Sulfur Standards Using X-Ray Diffraction Analysis at the Canadian Light Source” Chemical Technology Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology (SIAST) Saskatoon, SK Congratulations to the winners and to all those who submitted entries. The quality of the submissions received this year was outstanding. CTAB will be releasing details shortly on the 2014 Contest. Visit the CCTT website at www.cctt.ca for more details.
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MELOCHE MONNEX CONTINUING EDUCATION BURSARY* The Meloche Monnex Continuing Education Bursary is actually two awards of $500.00 each and is awarded each year to a member, or child of a member, who is enrolled in a recognized technology program at the postsecondary level. The winner is selected at random from all eligible applicants. The deadline for entry is Oct.1, 2013. Entries must include proof of enrollment.
CCTT ON-LINE JOB BOARD NOW AVAILABLE CCTT is pleased to announce that it has launched a NEW job posting online service. This service may be used by CCTT partners and its goal is to bring job seekers and employers in the technology field together.
2013 Receipients : Haley Newell & Brian Bruce
RAY FISKE EDUCATION AWARD*
The portal is divided into three main categories: Industry Jobs, Academic Jobs and Government Jobs. Interested candidates seeking employment may view listings and obtain information on job opportunities at no charge.
Named in honour of long-time Registrar Mr. Ray Fiske, P.Eng., CET (Hon.), TechNova awards a $500 bursary each year to the son or daughter of a member who is undertaking post-secondary studies. The winner is drawn at random from all qualified applicants. The deadline for entries is Oct.1, 2013
To access the service visit www.cctt.ca and click on the CCTT Jobs button on the home page, or go directly to http:// jobs.cctt.ca.
2013 Receipient: Emlie Carol LaGrandeur
* To apply, simply send a letter along with the name of your son or daughter and proof of his/her enrollment at a college or university. See our website (www.technova. ca) for more information.
AWARDS & BURSARIES Provincial Awards & Bursaries • • • • •
President's Awarrd The Ray Fiske Memorial Award for Service Excellence Meloche Monnex Continuing Education Bursary Ray Fiske Education Award Student Achievement Awards
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National Achievement Award Manulife Scholarship Canadian Technology Scholarship
STORY IDEAS WELCOME* Leadership in Technology strives to present news, stories and other content in the course of each year that is of particular interest or pertinence to TechNova members. We rely in part on your input to guide and generate articles. This is your publication and you are always encouraged to contribute. NEWS: Your technology career is ever-changing. Let others know about the changes and trends in your particular field, discipline or worksite. PROFILES: Want to share your own story? Leadership in Technology is a great way to demonstrate the ways that members utilize technology in their careers. FEEDBACK: Write to us and share your viewpoints (members and non-members alike).
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