Supporting digital transformation across all sectors of the economy is key to Canada's economic recovery. Post-secondary institutions and colleges will play a crucial role in fueling an innovation ecosystem and talent development while building the digital economy of tomorrow. This will help prepare workers for the jobs of the future, support business growth and attract investments right here in Canada.
University programming will support talent development
Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, announced a total investment of $3,958,000 for two projects to help drive digital transformation in New Brunswick.
ACOA is providing a non-repayable contribution of $1,958,000 to Université de Moncton (UMoncton), as well as a non-repayable contribution of $2 million to the University of New Brunswick (UNB) to help the institutions hire resources to increase enrollment and experiential learning for their Computer Science programs.
Expanding these programs will allow more students to connect with local businesses to gain experiential learning, accelerate the development of digital skills and talent in the province, and complement the newly established McKenna Institute for Digital Transformation in New Brunswick.
Today's announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to investing in an inclusive workforce and equipping people with the skills and knowledge they need to take advantage of new opportunities and jobs in Atlantic Canada.
