AURORA COLLEGE
Aurora College Hosting Research Data Management (RDM) Workshops in Fort Smith, Inuvik and Yellowknife

Aurora College will host a series of Research Data Management (RDM) workshops in October 2024 in Fort Smith, Inuvik, and Yellowknife. Funded by a grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), these workshops aim to enhance RDM awareness and capacity within the Northwest Territories (NWT) research community.

The workshops will focus on establishing a strong foundation in RDM practices and providing hands-on training with practical tools and techniques. Each two-day workshop will feature introductory and community sessions followed by comprehensive, hands-on training. The workshops are designed for anyone who works with or has an interest in research data; researchers, post-secondary students and faculty members, and the public are welcome to attend.

In addition to the in-person workshops in October, Aurora College will host a virtual RDM Speaker Series throughout November 2024. Led by RDM experts specializing in various fields, these sessions will offer further training and insights to enhance participants' skills and knowledge.

The virtual sessions are accessible to the wider NWT research community, enabling participants to join remotely and benefit from expert insights without the need to travel. All sessions will be live-streamed, with recordings available afterward for those unable to attend live. Additional programming details will be shared as they become available.

Workshop Schedule and Locations

Inuvik Workshop
Dates: October 1-2, 2024
Location: Aurora College Aurora Campus (Inuvik)

• October 1: Morning session - Introduction to Research Data Management (RDM)
• October 2: Half day (morning) Hands-on RDM training and practical exercises

Yellowknife Workshop
Dates: October 3-4, 2024
Location: Aurora College Yellowknife North Slave Campus

• October 3: Morning session - Introduction to Research Data Management (RDM)
• October 4: Morning - Hands-on RDM training and practical exercises

Fort Smith Workshop
Dates: October 7-8, 2024
Location: Aurora College Thebacha Campus

• October 7: Morning session - Introduction to Research Data Management (RDM)
• October 8: Half day- Hands-on RDM training and practical exercises

Registration and Partner Information

For more information and to register for the workshops, visit https://auroracollege.libguides.com/RDM/Workshops  or contact Melanie.Adams@auroracollege.ca  Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. For more information on RDM partners see below:

Supporting Partners

Aurora College acknowledges the invaluable support of the following partners, whose collaboration is essential in making the Research Data Management (RDM) workshops and virtual series a success:

1. Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC)
2. Gwich'in Tribal Council (GTC)
3. Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning
4. Hotıì ts'eeda
5. Sahtu Renewable Resource Board
6. Government of Northwest Territories
7. Wilfrid Laurier University
8. University of Alberta
9. Institute for Circumpolar Health Research (ICHR)

Quotes:

"We are excited to offer these Research Data Management workshops across the Northwest Territories. By providing hands-on training and expert-led discussions, we aim to strengthen the research community's capacity to manage data effectively, ensuring the ethical and sustainable use of information across the north. The collaboration with our partners and the generous support from SSHRC will empower researchers, students, and community members to better engage with and contribute to the evolving landscape of research in the Northwest Territories."

Dr. Chris Paci, Vice President of Research, Aurora College