With the April 4 College Applied Research Development Fund (CARD) application deadline fast approaching, here is the third installment of our “Did You Know” series to highlight some of the projects made possible with CARD support.
Mike Myrowich initiated a CARD-funded bio-fuel project in 2010 for the purpose of reducing waste produced by the College.
The project converted hundreds of litres of cooking oil into a useable fuel source regularly. Read More →

With the April 4 College Applied Research Development Fund (CARD) application deadline fast approaching, here is the second installment of our “Did You Know” series to highlight some of the projects made possible with CARD support.
Food Bank operations are getting a whole lot easier thanks to students and faculty in Business Information Technology and CARD support. Read More →

With the April 4 College Applied Research Development Fund (CARD) application deadline fast approaching, we are happy to launch this “Did You Know” series to highlight some of the projects made possible with CARD support.
In collaboration with Red River College Faculty of Nursing and Health Canada, eTV produced Journey North: A Virtual Nursing Experience, which was made with CARD support. Read More →

Natural Resources Canada have launched three new programs and are now accepting proposals. 
Smart Grid Program
The Smart Grid Programs request for proposals is now open. To receive the Applicant Guide and Proposal Template, please visit the NRC website HERE.
Before you begin the process, please check the section on program eligibility in the Guide. The deadline to submit your proposal is March 4, 2018 at 23:59 EST.
Energy Efficient Buildings Research, Development and Demonstration
The Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D program aims to increase energy efficiency and address climate change by improving how our homes and buildings are designed, renovated, and constructed.
To receive the EOI Applicant Guide and Proposal Template, please visit the NRC website HERE.
Emerging Renewable Power Program
The Emerging Renewable Power Program (ERPP) was launched this January, 2018. The Program provides up to $200 million to expand the portfolio of commercially viable renewable energy sources available to provinces and territories as they work to reduce GHG emissions from their electricity sectors.
The program will provide up front support for renewable power projects using technologies that have not yet been commercially established in Canada at the utility scale, such as geothermal, tidal, and offshore wind.
Until February 11, ERPP is accepting expression of interest submissions. Visit the program website for more information HERE.
News Release HERE.
If you have specific questions about this program contact ERPP:  nrcan.erpp-pner.rncan@canada.ca

THE $200K CHALLENGE IS A GLOBAL COMPETITION FOR EARLY-STAGE MEDICAL DEVICE AND BIOTECH STARTUPS.
The goal of the $200K Challenge is to identify the most promising innovations that will move the needle in healthcare.
They will be presented to a group of experts – industry partners, investors, product development experts, regulatory and quality experts, and medical, academic and business experts.
Project deadline: February 19, 2018
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CIRA’s Community Investment Program (CIP) provides funding for projects that help build a better online Canada.
Currently in its fifth year, the program has awarded more than $4 million to over 102 diverse projects in four key areas: infrastructure, online services, research and digital literacy. This funding opportunity is open to registered charities, not-for-profit organizations and academic institutions. Read More →

Digital Skills for Youth (DS4Y) connects underemployed recent post-secondary graduates with small businesses and not-for-profit organizations where they can gain meaningful work experience to help them transition to career-oriented employment. Read More →

Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, officially announced the $120-million investment expand the coast-to-coast network of electric vehicle fast chargers on the national highway system, continue to deploy natural gas refuelling stations along key freight corridors and establish hydrogen stations in key metropolitan centres. Read More →

The Green Jobs – Science and Technology Internship Program is a federal program that provides funding to organizations, businesses and institutions to hire post-secondary graduates in the natural resource sectors in a science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) field. This helps young graduates to gain relevant and meaningful work experience within their field of study.
Hiring organizations can receive a contribution payment for up to 50% of the intern’s salary to a maximum of $15,000 for a 6-12 month internship. Read More →

Natural Resources Canada have two programs that may be of interest to faculty and staff at Red River College.
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