WELCOME

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Todd Graham, Island Sandbox Coordinator.

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 entrepreneurial ideas, 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.

WINTER PROGRAMS

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Design to Delight training program at Cape Breton University

Are you interested in 2D or 3D design for laser, vinyl or 3D printing? Join our session this January and learn how to create your own design work for printing and prototyping.

3D modelling program at Cape Breton University

3-D printing is an exciting technology. CBU has several printers available to students in the library, but how do you design an object to print? Join us in January to learn the secret to designing and prototyping in 3D.

CBU Coders Society at Cape Breton University

Are you interested in computer programming? Take part in beginner or advanced computer coding sessions and develop in demand technology skills.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Battle Apps 2023-24

Do you have a great idea for a new mobile app? Join our 2023-24 Battle App event and learn how to turn your idea into a plan to create the next great app.  This is a NO-CODE event. No programming skills required.

The Arena Pitch Competition (formally March Madness) showcases post-secondary student pitchers throughout the month of March. Modelled after the NCAA March Madness basketball competition, 64 student entrepreneurs from across Canada will be selected to compete head-to-head in brackets as they strive to eventually be declared the best in the country.

SPECIAL PROJECTS

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Nova Nourishment is a special project of the Island Sandbox offering our team members  the opportunity to learn new skills, test ideas, and make differences in the lives of students in our province. We will be studying the causes and impact of this issue among the student body and ideating and prototyping solutions that will have an impact in our community.

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.

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.

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.