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The Graduate Advanced Training and Entrepreneurship (GATE) Centre aims to build and support a robust student culture of professional development, entrepreneurship, and innovation at the University of Regina through:

  • Career readiness and professional development for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars;
  • Partnership and network opportunities with industry, non-profit and community organizations;
  • Acceleration of student and faculty-driven research commercialization, research and development, and provide introductory and exploratory information to the entrepreneurship ecosystem;
  • Create events for you to meet likeminded individuals from across all faculties within the University of Regina, Saskatchewan, and across the Prairies!

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Student

Students interested in exploring an entrepreneurial venture;

Faculty Member

Faculty member interested in working with graduate students on an innovative project; or

Partner

Industry, non-profit or community organizations involved in the innovation ecosystem.

Startup 101 Bootcamp

Are you passionate about solving problems creatively? Want to learn how to transform your ideas into real-world solutions? Join us for an exciting Ideation & Design Thinking Workshop and discover the secrets behind successful innovation! This event welcomes innovators interested in non-profits, social enterprises, traditional businesses and startups. You do not need to have an idea, just an openness to problem solving!

Ready to turn your ideas and research into a real-world business? Join us for the exciting Startup 101 Bootcamp, where students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines can dive into the vibrant Saskatchewan startup ecosystem. Over two immersive days, you'll refine your business concepts, build essential skills, and connect with industry experts. With a chance to pitch your idea to top judges and win funding, this is the perfect launchpad for your startup journey!

Dates:

  1. January 25
  2. February 8
  3. March 19

Find out more here!

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Grad Career Launch

Grad Career Launch is designed to empower graduate students with the tools and opportunities they need for a successful career transition. The program includes support from the Centre of Experiential and Service Learning, the Beyond Grad School 24/7 online platform, the Centre for Continuing Education, and networking events.
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Startup 101 Bootcamp

Startup 101 Bootcamp is delivered in three parts. Through this opportunity U of R participants, which includes students, postdocs and faculty are immersed in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and startups. Participants gained invaluable insights and connections while bridging the gap between academia and Saskatchewan's vibrant startup ecosystem.

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Professional Development

Our Professional Development courses are dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of all graduate students and postdocs across various industries. You will find resources that work for you including webinars, workshops, networking events, and certification courses designed to help you stay current with industry trends and advance your career.
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Frequently Asked Questions

For more detailed information, explore our FAQs section or please reach out to our staff who can help answer any questions you may have.
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Grad Digest

Stay up to date on everything GATE and FGSR! On the first weekday of each month, FGSR sends out Grad Digest, which summarizes upcoming events and opportunities, important deadlines and student success stories. Access past issues here.

Please reach out to grad.engagement@uregina.ca if you would like to be added to the exciting mailing list.

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About GATE

Welcome to the Graduate Advanced Training and Entrepreneurship Centre! Come find out what's behind the GATE (celebrate our milesontes) and meet our team!

U of R and TD celebrate $300,000 to advance student entrepreneurship through U of R GATE Centre

  

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Thank you to our partners for their continued support and collaboration.

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Opportunities like GATE ignites a beacon of hope for entrepreneurs. It’s a testament that startups, steered by students and recent graduates like me, can discover a supportive community and vital resources to transform our future visions into reality.

David Akinmade
JoyFuel Founder

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