WELCOME

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The Island Sandbox is a member of the Nova Scotia Sandbox community. We provide space for various student groups from Cape Breton University and NSCC Marconi Campus to experiment with new technologies, entrepreneurial ideas and access business mentors and other support. We deliver unique hands-on programming and workshops to assist in professional and personal development. On behalf of myself and the staff of the Island Sandbox, I invite you to join us.

CO-CURRICULAR RECORDS

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Cape Breton University’s Co-Curricular Record (CCR) is an official University document that recognizes student achievements and involvement in activities and events outside of the classroom. It’s another way to get credit for activities that are not a credited part of a program or coursework, such as volunteer work.

Spaghetti Skyscraper Challenge

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Take part in this fun creative challenge to build the highest tower using only spaghetti and marshmallows. Feel free to research tower building principles online and practice your skills for the November 20 event.

ENACTUS CBU SOCIETY

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The Student Entrepreneur National Competition is one of the largest national programs to focus solely on full-time post-secondary student entrepreneurs in Canada. It recognizes and rewards student entrepreneurs from across the country for their dedication and ambition, while offering support to ensure the success of their business.

SANDBOX NOW

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Wednesday November 20 is the day we see which team has the skills to erect the tallest spaghetti and marshmallow tower, take home the $200 prize, and bask in all the glory. Teams can pre-register online to secure their time slot, or sign up for an available time in the cafeteria on Wednesday morning.

Collide VALIDATE! is a six-week, in-person program that will help participants critically test and refine their entrepreneurial ideas. They’ll connect with other aspiring entrepreneurs, explore the nine building blocks of the Business Model Canvas, and receive a $500 stipend to help them decide whether to pause, pivot, or push their idea forward.

The CBU Design Cube provides an opportunity for students to be introduced to several of the modern creative technologies used in industry around the world. Our Design Cube features laser cutting, 3D modelling, printing and robotics technology which allows students to have a hands on introduction to these future technologies. The cube is mobile and will be featured around the university, staffed by student guides and facilitators.

OTHER EVENTS

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Develop and pitch your social impact venture ideas and learn about entrepreneurship while networking within the Maritimes’ ecosystem!

The BMO Apex Startup Challenge invites students entrepreneurs from across Canada to compete at the largest competition of its kind in Atlantic Canada. The Apex experience extends beyond the competitive events, where competitors will be engaged in training workshops, networking opportunities with judges, potential investors and future employers. Teams will pitch their ideas to successful business leaders to win $30,000 in prizes.

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PAST PROJECTS

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Artificial Intelligence is here and affecting our professional and private lives in meaningful ways. Come together with local experts in technology and AI to discuss the opportunities for Cape Breton business. June 25.

HEALTH INNOVATION 2024

Do you have a great idea for an innovation in the Health Industry? Students will have the opportunity to bring an innovative health related business idea forward for a chance to win prize money totaling $5000.

Cape Breton University, Dalhousie Innovates and CEED, are partnering with the Island Sandbox to bring the Collide program to Cape Breton the weekend of September 27. Check back on September 6th for further information on application and enrolment.

Are you an international student thinking about owning your own business? Review the live stream of our June workshop and learn about opportunities for investing in an established business. Learn how managing and buying an established business affects your PR application, and talk about the legal and financial issues involved in succession and investment.

Are you interested in learning more about the options available to you for funding or financing you startup or small business venture? Join us and our guest panel on Monday, October 23 to learn about financing and funding small business and startup ventures.

The Island Sandbox is celebrating the success of our prototype pop-up grocery store concept, a part of the Nova Nourishment project.

RESOURCES

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Grow Now is a 100% virtual incubator specifically designed for women-led technology companies based in Canada.

Work placements are a win-win for employers and students. Through the Student Work Placement program, employers can apply for wage subsidies to help them hire post-secondary students across Canada

The Changing Perspectives Self-Assessment platform is a free tool that allows you to easily review and assess your technical skills while also exploring the top 5 high-demand IT roles across the tech sector in Nova Scotia.

Amazon Mechanical Turk (MTurk) is a crowdsourcing tool that can be used for anything from conducting simple data validation and research to more subjective tasks like survey participation, content moderation, and more.

OUR AWARDEES

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STAY CONNECTED

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1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, NS. B1P 6L2

902-565-9004

todd_graham@cbu.ca

Mon. - Fri. 9:00 - 3:00

Become a part of the Island Sandbox community by joining our text message list. Receive advance notice of upcoming events and promotions. Ou text messaging respects your time and privacy and we will limit messages to no more than two per week.