St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is excited to announce a new partnership with IGNITE Atlantic to strengthen collaboration between researchers, students, businesses, and community organizations in Pictou County. This strategic alliance aims to drive innovation, support small businesses, and create new opportunities for economic and community development.
Through this partnership, IGNITE and StFX will work together to:
- Increase awareness of research and technical expertise available at StFX to support business growth in Pictou County.
- Facilitate collaborations between StFX researchers and local businesses and organizations to enhance innovation and problem-solving.
- Expand student placement opportunities, including internships, work-integrated learning programs, and research initiatives.
- Co-host networking events and workshops connecting StFX faculty with small businesses, non-profits, and community organizations.
- Encourage the use of IGNITE's space for StFX-led research activities, meetings, and engagements.
"This partnership represents an exciting opportunity to bridge the gap between academia and industry," said Doug Jones, CEO of IGNITE Atlantic. "By leveraging StFX's research expertise and resources, we can help local businesses innovate, grow, and compete on a larger scale."
"St. Francis Xavier University is looking forward to partnering with IGNITE Pictou County," said Dr. Karen Brebner, StFX Interim Associate VP Research, Graduate and Professional Studies. "We are committed to finding new ways to support the economic development of northeastern Nova Scotia and to work with our local communities to expand our partnerships, especially in the area of work-integrated learning opportunities for our students. Our faculty and students will offer exceptional research, innovation, and educational programming to the business community in Pictou County."
StFX will actively promote connections between its faculty and Pictou County's business ecosystem, support funding opportunities, and provide access to valuable research capabilities. The collaboration is expected to create a strong foundation for future joint initiatives and further integration of research-driven solutions into the region's economic development efforts.
For more information on this partnership and upcoming initiatives, visit igniteatlantic.com.
