Rideau Hall Foundation

New Rideau Hall Foundation Granting Opportunities to Support Access to Learning

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) recognizes that Canada's youth-serving organizations are on the front lines of removing barriers to learning, carving out and broadening pathways to equitable learning opportunities, and innovating in ways that support young learners and their wider community.

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  • The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) recognizes that Canada's youth-serving organizations are on the front lines of removing barriers to learning, carving out and broadening pathways to equitable learning opportunities, and innovating in ways that support young learners and their wider community.
  • To further this work, the RHF is pleased to announce a new granting opportunity through the Catapult Canada program.
  • Thanks to a partnership with the Government of Canada's Goal Getters program, the Azrieli Foundation, and the Barrett Family Foundation, $4.4M in funding is now available through two separate funding streams:
    12 months max.
  • in duration; projects must close before February 28, 2026
    The RHF expects to fund multiple Catapult projects from coast to coast to coast.

$160,000+ on the Line for Young Innovators with Ingenious+ Challenge

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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They could win $10,000 and access to a prestigious mentorship network through Ingenious+, a national youth innovation challenge led by the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF).

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  • They could win $10,000 and access to a prestigious mentorship network through Ingenious+, a national youth innovation challenge led by the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF).
  • The submission period for challenge entries recently opened with a virtual launch party connecting youth and innovation leaders from across the country.
  • "We are looking for driven young innovators from coast to coast to coast," says Teresa Marques, President and CEO of the RHF.
  • "This challenge is all about recognizing opportunities to improve lives through creative thinking.

Six universities awarded new funding for international student experiences through the QES program

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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$1.6 million in new program funding will support 133 students at six Canadian universities, with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders.

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  • $1.6 million in new program funding will support 133 students at six Canadian universities, with the aim of developing the next generation of innovative leaders and community builders.
  • internships, practicums), study and research experiences related to health, education and social and economic development.
  • The QES program is led by the Rideau Hall Foundation in collaboration with Universities Canada and with founding support from Community Foundations of Canada.
  • This new round of funding is enabling 47 Canadian universities to participate in the program through 112 impactful projects in 80 countries worldwide.

Canadian Innovation Week 2023, May 15-19: Celebrating Ingenuity and Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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Canadian Innovation Week is a five-day celebration that recognizes and supports ingenuity across all sectors.

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  • Canadian Innovation Week is a five-day celebration that recognizes and supports ingenuity across all sectors.
  • Canadian Innovation Week focuses on highlighting Canadian innovation and inspiring the next generation of innovators.
  • The General's Innovation Awards (GGIA) ceremony is an annual celebration that recognizes excellence in Canadian innovation.
  • To learn more about Canadian Innovation Week, including how to participate in the digital conversation and download the toolkit , please visit the Canadian Innovation Space website .

National Winners of Ingenious+ Youth Innovation Challenge

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF), in partnership with JA Canada, is pleased to announce the national winners of the 2023 Ingenious+ youth innovation challenge.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF), in partnership with JA Canada, is pleased to announce the national winners of the 2023 Ingenious+ youth innovation challenge.
  • Young innovators have the opportunity to win regional and national monetary awards and mentorship opportunities, which are supported by an ecosystem of innovation champions.
  • The national winners will be celebrated during Canadian Innovation Week #CIW (May 15th to 19th) on May 18th with an awards ceremony held at the National Arts Centre.
  • The national winners will receive $10,000 and mentorship opportunities to take their innovations to the next stage.

Ingenium awards $15,000 to winners of inaugural Innovation Challenge!

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, May 8, 2023 /CNW/ - Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation is thrilled to announce the winning team of the inaugural Ingenium Innovation Challenge.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 8, 2023 /CNW/ - Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation is thrilled to announce the winning team of the inaugural Ingenium Innovation Challenge.
  • The Ingenium Innovation Challenge brought together over 90 post-secondary students from across the STEAMB (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, Business) landscape to compete and collaborate across 20 teams.
  • Ingenium looks forward to building on the overwhelming interest and support for this event in the coming years.
  • Ryan Dodge, Ingenium's Chief Digital Officer is available for interviews about the inaugural event upon request.

Inspirational Canadian Innovations being recognized for the Governor General's Innovation Awards

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, April 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Today the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is pleased to announce the recipients of the eighth annual Governor General's Innovation Awards (GGIA).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Today the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is pleased to announce the recipients of the eighth annual Governor General's Innovation Awards (GGIA).
  • These awards recognize and celebrate exceptional and transformational Canadian innovations, which are creating a positive impact in Canada and beyond, while also inspiring the next generation of innovators.
  • Professor Mark Stradiotto is a world-leader in the field of metal catalysis for assembling organic molecules, including the active pharmaceutical ingredients in medicines.
  • The GGIA Selection and Assessment Committees are composed of distinguished individuals chosen for their expertise in and breadth of understanding of the Canadian innovation ecosystem.

Rideau Hall Foundation and Taylor Family Foundation announce ambitious plan for building pride in Canada

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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CALGARY, AB, April 13, 2023 /CNW/ - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is celebrating a generous new gift of $7.5 million from Don and Ruth Taylor and the Taylor Family Foundation (TFF).

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  • CALGARY, AB, April 13, 2023 /CNW/ - The Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) is celebrating a generous new gift of $7.5 million from Don and Ruth Taylor and the Taylor Family Foundation (TFF).
  • "Don and Ruth Taylor and the Taylor Family Foundation have been transformative supporters of the RHF's mission from the very beginning.
  • We are thrilled to see the RHF grow its impact and find new barn-raising approaches for Canadians to work together in building a smarter and more caring Canada," said Don and Ruth Taylor of the Taylor Family Foundation.
  • "Don and Ruth Taylor, along with the Taylor Family Foundation, are shining lights in this country.

Nicola Wealth Appoints John Montalbano & Carrie Russell to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 6, 2023
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Vancouver, BC, April 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nicola Wealth, one of Canada's fastest-growing independent wealth management firms, today announced the appointment of John Montalbano and Carrie Russell to its Board of Directors.

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  • Vancouver, BC, April 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nicola Wealth, one of Canada's fastest-growing independent wealth management firms, today announced the appointment of John Montalbano and Carrie Russell to its Board of Directors.
  • John and Carrie join two previously appointed independent directors Tom Shepansky and Anne-Marie Thomas on the Nicola Wealth board of directors.
  • "We're excited to welcome John and Carrie to our board of directors; their deep experience in financial and technology businesses will be invaluable to Nicola Wealth as we grow our business and serve our clients," said John Nicola, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nicola Wealth.
  • “I know that all of us will benefit from their tremendous insight, experience, and shared commitment to making a difference."

Rideau Hall Foundation announces National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE)

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) announced membership to the National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) announced membership to the National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE).
  • The Rideau Hall Foundation's goal is to meaningfully contribute to transforming education across Canada by supporting Indigenous-led teacher education pathways and strategies.
  • Transforming education across Canada is possible through supporting new and existing Indigenous-led teacher education pathways and increasing the number of Indigenous K-12 teachers.
  • The members of this advisory committee bring expertise and insight into Indigenous education and will ensure Indigenous peoples and perspectives guide this work."