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Edmonton’s Imani Murray: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before My STEMM Program

February 22, 2023

Imani Murray, RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Black Youth recipient, on learning to adapt and become better equipped for challenges ahead.

Black Youth Engineer Their Own Brighter Futures Through This University of Alberta Program

February 7, 2023

This U of A program helps Black Canadian youth explore STEM and entrepreneurship while gaining work experience.

Entrepreneur Murielle Bien-Aimé, founder of La Maison KOMANDŌ

Montreal Entrepreneur Crafts Intimate Apparel Encourages Inclusion and Personal Expression

January 20, 2023

Murielle Bien-Aimé is focused and determined to take her business to the next level thanks to help from Futurpreneur and RBC Future Launch.

13 Green Space - Newcomer Youth Climate Forum participants, standing with tools in the high grass of a watershed area

Conservation Halton Program Inspires Young Newcomers to Build Connections and Explore Environmental Tech

December 21, 2022

The 'Green Space' Newcomer Youth Climate Forum is an education program that empowers newcomer youth to learn about environmental tech and green careers.

Sonel Merjuste and Jasmine Exael of Aliments Merjex in front of a Tempehine banner

Sonel Merjuste and Jasmine Exael of Aliments Merjex: A Close Family and a Shared Business Vision

October 24, 2022

“When we come as immigrants, we have our own background, but not the credit history banks want. We have to start from scratch. "

Chatter That Matters: National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

September 30, 2022

As Canada honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Chatter That Matters guests share their perspectives and visions for change.

aGRO Systems founder Victoria Ross sitting in the driver's seat of a white truck on a sunny morning

aGRO Systems: How a Young Entrepreneur is Transforming Waste into Value for Canadian Farmers

September 27, 2022

Young entrepreneur Victoria Ross turned her passion for helping farmers and reducing waste into aGRO Systems, a thriving agriculture business.

Ontario apples in a sunny orchard in the Heart of Ontario.

Feast on the Farm: Sustainable Cuisine Beats Strong in the Heart of Ontario

August 25, 2022

West Avenue and La Parisienne highlight the abundance of local Ontario-grown food and drink in the Heart of Ontario.

CEO Shelvie Fernan co-founders, Victoria Celi

Alberta Entrepreneur Shelvie Fernan’s Fly & Fetch is Tapping the Needs of Fellow Immigrants

August 19, 2022

Discover how Fly & Fetch is shaking up international shipping through community networks, word of mouth referrals and innovative thinking.

Thanaa Ahmed and several newcomer youth with a graphic illustration depicting participants' progress through the Journey of Hope program.

My ‘Welcome to Canada’ Story: Thanaa Ahmed from Syria to St. John’s

August 17, 2022

From Syria to St. John's, Thanaa Ahmed tells her story of finding her way in a new country and helping youth do the same.

My ‘Welcome to Canada’ Story: Meghna Chawla, from India to Mississauga

August 17, 2022

Civil engineer Meghna Chawla shares her “Welcome to Canada" story and how she transitioned to a career in Canada.

My ‘Welcome to Canada’ Story: Iqraa Sayed, from India to Regina

August 17, 2022

Iqraa Sayed shares her journey to Canada and how the Regina Open Door Society helped her understand and thrive in the Canadian job market.