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Happy New Year from the CEO
Robert Martellacci, MA EdTech |
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Dear MindShare Community,
Welcome to the February edition of
The Canadian Coworker! As we step into another exciting month, Iâm thrilled to highlight some of the incredible initiatives, partnerships, and events shaping our dynamic coworking and innovation ecosystem.
First and foremost, donât forget to vote today in Ontarioâs provincial electionâyour voice matters!
I also want to personally invite you to our Thrive Thursday Feast happening today at 1:00 PM. Bring your favorite dish, connect with like-minded professionals, and fuel your journey toward success. These networking events are at the heart of our community, fostering collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.
We recently hosted a Deep Learning Innovation Exchange with the Peel District School Boardâs Empowering Modern Learning (EML) EdTech Team. It was inspiring to witness the groundbreaking work happening in Peelâs schools, including their over 100 innovation projects and participation in two C21 Canada AI Use Case Projects.
Looking ahead, we are excited to announce our March Break Camp in partnership with Attach Forever STEM Kits! Running from March 10â14, 2025, this STEAM-powered camp will immerse young minds in AI, coding, robotics, 3D printing, and more. Limited spots are available, so be sure to register soon!
A special shoutout to Dr. Jie, whose recent workshop at MindShare Workspace brought invaluable insights on prioritization and mindset shifts. Your engagement and participation made the event truly impactful.
As always, our local business ecosystem continues to thrive. From Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklemâs insights on the economy to strategic partnerships in the clean energy sector, life sciences investments, and plans for a new hotel and convention centre in Mississauga, the momentum is undeniable.
I look forward to connecting with you all soonâwhether at Thrive Thursday, an upcoming workshop, or one of our many innovation-driven events.
Hereâs to another month of learning, growing, and thriving together!
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P.S. I hope you enjoy the latest edition of the Canadian Cowroker eMagazine! Please share and tell your friends about Canada's First Mall Located Coworking Space!
Robert Martellacci, M.A. EdTech
Founder & CEO, MindShare Workspace
President, MindShare Learning Technologyâ˘
Chief Digital Curator, The Canadian Coworker & MindShare Learning Reportâ˘
Co-founder & President C21 Canadaâ˘
robert@mindshareworkspace
Follow us on Twitter @MindShareworkspace @mindsharelearn
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Join us this Thursday, February 27th, at 1:00 PM for our Monthly Free Networking Thursday Thrive!
Bring your favourite dish, a friend, and your appetite for success. Letâs connect, share, and grow together!
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Peel District School Board Leaders Learning Innovation Design Exchange @MindShare |
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We had an incredible morning Last Friday by hosting a deep learning innovation exchange at the Mindshare Workspace with the Peel District School Board Superintendent of Innovation & Research, Bernadette Smith, and her Empowering Modern Learning (EML) EdTech Team.
Fascinating to learn they have over 100 innovation projects happening in Peel schools Canada's 2nd largest school districtâincluding two C21 Canada hashtag#AI Use Case Projects!
Collaboration, innovation, and digital transformation are shaping the future of education, and itâs inspiring to be part of these forward-thinking conversations. PeelsDSB is a District on the move! Kudos to the leadership and EdTech team for sharing their insights and passion in preparing our next generation leaders for a future that is complex and not clearly seen.
A big thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to this impactful session!
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You're Invited to the
EdTech Canada Virtual/F2F Meetup
Tuesday, March 4th, 5pm -8pm |
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MindShare WorkSpace is partnering with
Attach Forever STEM Kits for their
March Break Camp! |
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Join Attach Forever STEM Kits this March Break (March 10â14, 2025) for an unforgettable STEAM learning adventure filled with fun, creativity, and hands-on experiences!
Campers will explore:
- Minecraft Coding â Learn programming through the immersive world of Minecraft
- AI Basics â Discover the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence
- Scratch Coding â Create interactive stories and games with block-based coding
- Python Coding â Step into the world of real programming languages
- Web Designing â Build your own websites from scratch
- LEGO Robotics â Bring robots to life with LEGO creations
- SketchUp & 3D Printing â Design and print amazing 3D models
- Cartooning â Unleash your creativity and design your own characters
- Origami â Master the art of paper folding and intricate designs
In collaboration with MindShare Workspace, We are bringing an engaging and innovative learning experience to young minds!
Additionally, our camp proudly integrates Attach Forever STEM Kits ( attachforever.com), enhancing hands-on learning through cutting-edge educational tools. These kits empower young learners to explore engineering, robotics, and coding in a fun and interactive way, making learning both meaningful and exciting.
Stem kits will be provided and kids will learn, assemble & take back home!
Limited Spots Available! Register Now!
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We were pleased to host Dr. Jieâs event at MindShare Workspace and witness so many of you taking action toward your vision! |
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A huge thank you to Dr. Jie for leading such an insightful session. The discussions around prioritization traps and mindset shifts were incredibly valuable, and the collective wisdom in the room made for a powerful experience. |
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Mississauga Business News |
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1. Bank of Canadaâs Tiff Macklem Addresses Mississauga Board of Trade
cpac.ca | 21 February, 2025 |
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In an event organized by the Mississauga Board of Trade and Oakville Chamber of Commerce, Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem delivers remarks and takes part in a fireside chat with Trevor McPherson, the organizationâs president and CEO. He warns that a prolonged trade war with the U.S. would permanently weaken the Canadian economy. Following the conversation, Macklem holds a news conference. |
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2. Partnership launched with companies in Mississauga, Scugog Island First Nation |
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insauga.com | 18 February, 2025 |
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Itâs been a busy couple of years for Mississauga-based Cooper Equipment Rentals and Voyageur Services, an Indigenous majority-owned company headquartered in the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation that specializes in the clean energy sector. The two companies entered into a strategic supplier agreement this month as Voyageur, which was founded just four years ago, has already earned several major contracts with Ontario Power Generation, including site preparation work at the Darlington nuclear plant for the small modular reactor project, a water treatment project â also at Darlington â and dredging work at the nearby Pickering nuclear plant. |
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3. Government of Canada funds innovative projects providing skills training opportunities for more than 10,000 Canadian workers in key sectors of our economy
insauga.com | 21 February, 2025
the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, Steven MacKinnon, announced an investment of over $75 million through the Sustainable Jobs Training Fund to support eight projects across all regions of Canada. These projects will provide training opportunities for more than 10,000 Canadian workers, helping them gain the expertise needed for jobs in electric vehicle maintenance, green buildings and retrofits, low-carbon energy, and carbon management. The Minister made the announcement while visiting Mississauga-based AchÄv, an organization dedicated to workforce development and skills training.
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4. Government of Canada invests in southern Ontarioâs life sciences sector
canada.ca | 14 February, 2025
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5. New hotel and convention centre will âattract the world to Mississaugaâ: mayor |
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insauga.com | 03 February 2025 |
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Mississauga is seeking a partner to help build a new hotel and convention centre in the downtown core. City of Mississauga officials said Monday afternoon theyâve opened a Request for Expressions of Interest âto reimagine the Living Arts Centre and its surrounding lands.â The plan, they added, is to redevelop the cityâs largest performing arts and culture facility âinto a multi-functional hub for the arts, culture, tourism, business and events. |
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Dr. Ulli Krull
Principal Emeritus, University of Toronto Mississauga
Patricia Gartland
Superintendent of Schools & CEO, School District 43 Coquitlam
Peter Singh
CTO, Toronto District School Board
Joseph Wilson
Director of Business Development SpongeLab (former MaRSDD Advisor)
Mark McPherson
VP, Advanced Presentation Products
Dr. Amon Iqbal, PhD
Founding, Partner
Vantage Enterprises
Ramy Ghattas
Co-founder, Logics Academy
Suthan Sivanesan
Sr. Business Development Manager, Ontario Centres of Excellence
Michael Bator
Executive Director, CCC/ Former Director Dufferin Peel CDSB
Maxim Jean Louis
CEO, Contact North
Ron Sedran
Managing Director, Syndication, Canaccord Capital
Tim Gard
Teacher Librarian Toronto District School Board
Phil Cutler
CEO & Co-Founder, Paper Learning
Dr. Gina Cherkowsk
Founder and CEO of STEM Learning Lab
Michael Fearon
Emergency Management Assistant OPS / Instructor Ryerson University / Research Assistant York University
Rahul Mehta
HBSc, Candidate for Masters of Environmental Studies
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Contacts us for any questions, comments, concerns, or interested in a franchise opportunity! |
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Mindshare WorkSpace Inc.
Erin Mills Town Centre Shopping Mall, Unit I3
5100 Erin Mills Parkway
Mississauga, ON L5M 4Z5
Phone: 905 814 0900
Email: robert@mindshareworkspace.com
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