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A critical look at governance in NL, innovation and entrepreneurship in tough times, lessons learned from the Netherlands, and a new podcast series exploring rural issues - just some of what's happening at the Harris Centre this month.
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Memorial Presents: History Repeating - How do we make sure NL doesn't end up in crisis again?
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Newfoundland and Labrador is going through a period of dramatic change. How did we end up in this situation? What role did our institutions (governments, agencies, civil society, etc) play in leading us here? Join the Harris Centre in a dynamic discussion focusing on the current state of the province and our governance system.
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Monday, June 13th, 2016, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Innovation Hall, Bruneau Centre for Innovation, Memorial University, St. John's Campus
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Synergy Session: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Diversification During Times of Crisis - Challenges and Opportunities for Newfoundland & Labrador
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Innovation and entrepreneurship are key to creating resilient, sustainable economies. Dr. Ben Spigel,
Chancellor’s Fellow and Assistant Professor at the University of Edinburgh Business School, will explore the challenges and opportunities facing entrepreneurs in St. John’s, who are looking to enter global markets and develop innovative new products.
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Tuesday, June 14th, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Business Boardroom (BN4000), Memorial University, St. John's Campus
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Synergy Session: Creating Sustainable Communities and Regions - Experiences from the Netherlands
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Dr. John Dagevos explores the idea that sustainable development requires the adoption of a common language by environmental organizations, employers, farming organizations, and all stakeholders.
Attend in person at St. Pat’s in Woody Point, via webinar, or through video link at AA5014, Memorial University, St. John's Campus.
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Admission is free, but registration is required. Register Now
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Harris Centre Explores 'Rural Routes' With New Podcast Series
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What is rural in the 21st century? That is the central question that shapes the episodes of Rural Routes
, a new podcast program and an initiative of Memorial University’s Harris Centre.
Rural Routes is gaining international popularity with topics on everything from the impacts of mining on rural communities to the benefits and challenges of parenting in rural regions. Listen to the latest episode here.
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The Latest Applied Research
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Chlorine is the most common disinfectant used in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. However, in the presence of natural organic matter in drinking-water sources, disinfection by-products are formed when chlorine is used to treat drinking water. In 1998, Newfoundland and Labrador found that several water utilities had disinfection by-products above the specified Canadian guidelines, mostly in small, rural drinking-water systems. Pouch Cove was selected for this study, as elevated levels were found in their drinking-water system. This study focused on the development of a simple and affordable filtration technology.
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