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Rising Stars Celebrates 10 Years and New Leadership

Apr 30, 2013

Since the initial 15 Nominees and 7 winners, the program has recognized, 165 Nominees, 79 Rising Star winners, 53 Junior Stars (added in 2007) and has expanded into a provincial program.

Today, the IT industry in New Brunswick is vibrant with technology companies, accelerator programs, industry associations, and a culture of support. The Rising Stars program has evolved and focuses on providing opportunities to High School students beginning their post-secondary education.

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Rising_Stars_Press_Release-2013-04-26.pdf

Council Calls for Measures to Attract ICT Workers to New Brusnwick

Mar 08, 2013

The New Brunswick IT Council is proposing the Province introduce a 3 year personal income tax credit for experienced ICT workers who move to New Brunswick to fill a vacant position, as outlined in their recently published White Paper.

"With the supply of experienced ICT talent constraining innovation and growth across all sectors of the Provincial economy, we feel a measure such can only bring good", says Larry Sampson, Council CEO.

In addition to enabling growth, the recommendation will also generate substantial revenue for the Province.

Attachment:

The_Case_for_A_Personal_Income_Tax_Holiday_for_ICT_Workers_Who_Move_to_New_Brunswick.pdf

Commentary by Ian Cavanagh

Dec 03, 2012

Ian Cavanagh of Ambir makes the case for IT

Attachment:

TJ_Commentary_on_IT_Sector.pdf

Council, Propel and NB Women in ICT Make Joint Submission to Province

Nov 26, 2012

Attachment:

ICT_Sector_Strategy_Recommendations.pdf

Craig Storey Joins the NBITC Board

Nov 05, 2012

Dave Grebenc, Chair of the NBITC is pleased to announce that Craig Storey, General Manager of Mariner Partners, has joined the Council's Board. "Craig's understanding of the Atlantic, National and international markets is a valued addition to the experience already around the table"

Attachment:

Craig_Storey_Bio.doc

NBITC AGM to be Held November 27th

Nov 05, 2012

The Annual General Meeting of the NBITC will be held November 27th between 4:40 and 6:30, at the New Brunswick Museum in Market Square, Saint John. A reception will be held following the meeting.

Members and non-members alike are invited to attend.

Attachment:

LOCATIONS.doc

Jeff McGuigan Joins the NBITC Board

Nov 05, 2012

Jeff McGuigan, Regional Director for Bell in New Brunswick is now a member of the NBITC Board. Jeff brings more than 16 years of ICT public and private sector leadership in ICT to the Council. Welcome Jeff!

Attachment:

Resume_-_J_McGuigan_July_2012.doc

Council Signs Partnering Agreement with World Congress on IT

Mar 22, 2012

The World Congress on IT will be coming to Montreal this fall. Convened under the theme of ONE Vision for a Global Digital Society, the Congress will feature, in a fast-paced 3-day conference, more than 100 high-profile speakers and attract up to 3,000 delegates from more than 80 countries.

The NBITC is pleased to announce that as part of its sponsoring agreement with WCIT, Council members are eligible for a substantial discount on the full conference pass.

Attachment:

wcit2012-press-20120306-en.pdf

SHOK Therapy

Mar 20, 2012

Over the past 3 decades Finland has transformed it-self into a global innovation leader, in large part due to their focus on research and development. Back in 1981 Finland’s total R&D expenditures were just over 1% of gross domestic product (where New Brunswick’s are now) and half of global leaders the US, the UK, and Japan. Fast forward to 2010 and Finland leads the world with R&D expenditures of 3.9% of GDP – a third more than the US and Japan, and double the UK.

Council and Rising Stars Launch Class of 2012

Mar 01, 2012

The New Brunswick Information Technology Council (NBITC) and Rising Stars are pleased to announce the launch of “The Class of 2012”, a program targeted at encouraging more of our youth to pursue careers in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).

Le Conseil et Étoile Montantes annoncer la Classe de 2012

Mar 01, 2012

Le Conseil des technologies de l’information du Nouveau-Brunswick (CTINB) et Étoiles Montantes sont heureux de lancer le programme « Classe de 2012 », destiné à encourager davantage de jeunes à poursuivre une carrière dans le domaine des technologies de l’information et de la communication (TIC).

Rising Stars and Council Join Forces to Mentor Youth

Feb 22, 2012

The NBITC and Rising Stars are pleased to announce they will be teaming up to provide mentoring to students selected as part of the Class of 2011, and Class of 2012. The two organizations will work together to match individual students to mentors, refine Rising Star’s existing mentoring frame-work, and implement regular networking and coaching events for the two cohorts.

Rapport sur la Croissance du Secteur des TIC est Maintenant Disponible en Français

Feb 13, 2012

Le rapport sur la croissance du secteur des TIC est maintenant disponible en français. Nous vous remercions pour votre patience.

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CTINB_Croissance_du_Sector_du_TIC_FEB_2012.zip

NBITC_Growing_the_ICT_Sector_PRINT_15Nov2011.zip

Council Announces TechIdol Competition

Feb 09, 2012

Today the NBITC, in partnership with Equal6, is pleased to announce "TechIdol", a programming competition for high-school, community college and university students.

Attachment:

Tech_Idol_NB_Brochure.pdf

George Erb and Brian Freeman Join NBITC Board

Feb 08, 2012

George Erb, of ScotiaBank, and Brian Freeman of ROC Consulting Group are the most recent additions to the NBITC Board.

As Director and Group Lead, Commercial Banking,and a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers, George brings over 30 years of financial experience to the Board.

Brian has extensive Operations Management, Strategic Planning and Implementation, and Business Development, experience within Government as well as Advanced Technology Industries such as the nuclear industry and ICT.

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