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Empowering the next generation

Explore global unmet needs in human, animal, and planetary health.

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Global entrepreneurship

Empowering students, faculty, and recent graduates from the university

Our goal is to equip you with the skills and resources needed to identify and solve critical issues in both rural Canadian and global communities.

Global Impact Creator program

Enhance your entrepreneurial skills

Through the AC’s structured methodology, you will embark on a journey to:

  • Research Unmet Needs: Dive deep into the challenges faced by communities and identify areas where impactful solutions are needed.
  • Develop and Pilot Solutions: Use your research insights to create innovative solutions, then test and refine them in real-world settings.
  • Engage with Experts: Gain insights and mentorship from industry experts and seasoned entrepreneurs who will guide you throughout the program.
  • Showcase Your Work: Present your learnings at our culminating showcase event, hosted at the AC, where you will have the opportunity to share your progress and impact with a broader audience.

How it works

Research, develop, and pilot solutions

This program focuses on exploring unmet needs in the critical areas of human, planetary, and animal health and developing innovative solutions that have the potential to make global impact. While enrolled in the program, participants will have access to:

  • Real-World Impact: Make a tangible difference in communities by addressing critical issues and providing sustainable solutions.
  • Funding Support: A $12,000 stipend to support you as you identify an unmet need and explore potential solutions.
  • Skill Development: Enhance your entrepreneurial skills, from ideation to execution, with hands-on experience and expert guidance.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry leaders, and potential investors who share your passion for global impact.

Eligibility

Join us in making a difference

The Global Impact Creator program is open to the following University of Waterloo community members:

  • Faculty members
  • Staff
  • Senior-level undergraduate students through the e-coop program
  • Graduate-level students with permission from their program/supervisor
  • Recent graduates (within 2 years)

A collaborative program

The Global Impact Creator program is a pilot project run in collaboration with the University of Waterloo