Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Youth - Explore the Use of Handheld Laser Data Capture for Inspecting/Monitoring Berms/Dams/Dykes in the Mining and Utilities Sectors.
Agreement Number:
967336
Agreement Value:
$30,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2021 - Jan 14, 2022
Description:
The Firm will hire a 2019 graduate from CNA's Geomatics/Surveying Engineering Technology Program who is knowledgeable in handheld laser scanning, RPAS operations, and GPS surveying to assist with a company push into the VR tech sector and to add value to the Firm's current provision of services to its mining and utilities clients. The goal with this placement is to have the graduate work closely with the Firm's existing team to broaden its understanding of this technology (rapid data capture via handheld scanner). The graduate will also assist with internal initiatives to improve current processes, including point cloud processing and clean up, general GNSS surveying, and the development of best practices in this sector.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Location:
St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1B 4N2
Reference Number:
172-2020-2021-Q4-967336
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
865823041
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
SEM
Recipient's Legal Name:
Sikumiut Environmental Management Limited
Federal Riding Name:
St. John's East
Federal Riding Number:
10006
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Coverage:
IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
541620