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Quebec announced new scholarships for women studying tech, as an effort to attract and retain women in fields where they are typically underrepresented, according to a news release from the Office of the Minister of Higher Education. 

All women enrolled in a full-time university program in computer science, computer engineering and construction, and electrical, electronic and communications engineering will be eligible for a $3,000 scholarship each year for up to four years — by the end of their studies, this would total $12,000.

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Last May, the Quebec government unveiled the outline of a new program supporting the training of 2,500 people in the field of information technology and communications. The list of training courses paid $650 per week is out and there is something for everyone.

Since July 1, it has been possible for people who have had to recover from unemployment due to the pandemic and for people who have not been studying full time in the last 12 months to register for one of the training programs of the Program for the requalification and the accompaniment in information technology and communications (PRATIC).

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There's a myriad of things that Quebec schools don't teach us, which is the exact reason Neo Collège came to fruition.

Neo Collège is a website where students can go to learn subjects that they likely haven't learnt before, such as sign language or understanding paycheques.

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For many recent and future high school graduates in Quebec, this year’s application season has been particularly stress-filled. Even more so for those who were rejected from their program of choice, or didn’t have time to decide where to apply before the cut-off date.

The good news is that you'll be getting another chance to pursue your educational goals this upcoming Fall semester since TAV College is still considering applications to many of its pre-university and career programs.

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During the eleventh month of the year, the world comes together to raise awareness for men's health, particularly prostate cancer, testicular cancer, men’s mental health and suicide prevention as part of the annual Movember campaign. 

While it comes as no surprise that men have unique health needs, they often go through personal struggles alone, impacted by stereotypes that force many men to feel uncomfortable opening up about problems or issues they may be experiencing.

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In this city, there's a ton of opportunity — especially when it comes to education and career choices. In fact, there are so many options that it can be easy to feel a little confused. 

The good news is that, if business and management pique your interest, there's a route to professional fulfilment that stands out from the rest. 

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As Americans head to the polls to choose their next president, some are ready to just leave the country entirely. The return of the perennial promise from disgruntled Americans to move to Canada after the U.S. election raises the question: just how could they actually go about doing that?

Any U.S. citizen who assumes it's as simple as picking up and settling across the border will be disappointed.

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On Wednesday, Minister of Immigration, Francization and Integration Nadine Girault announced the publication of three "draft regulations to implement three pilot programs" for permanent Quebec immigration for workers in three sectors:

  • "a first one intended for the beneficiary attendants;

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There's a lot of pressure when it comes to planning your educational journey. Figuring out what you want to do for the rest of your life can feel pretty daunting. When you finally decide on a career path, learning options can sometimes seem limited, especially for the arts. Luckily, there are tools to help you pave your way and accomplish your goals.

If you're passionate about fashion and creative industries but can't find a program that meets your specific needs, you're not alone.

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