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Fall 2024 is here, and we're thrilled to welcome Cohort 22 to the WSIB Innovation Lab! With fresh faces and new ideas, this dynamic group is ready to dive into exciting projects over the next 4 months. From technology and design to communication and strategy, our talented students are bringing a wide range of skills to the table.  Get ready for an inspiring journey and stay tuned as we showcase their innovation, creativity, and impact!

And in the blink of an eye, the Summer 2024 term with Cohort 21 has come to an end. These past four months have been filled to the brim with creativity and impressive work! From user research to machine learning to proposing engagement strategies, C21 dove into every project head first. Thank you for all your hard work, and we wish you all the best for your future endeavours! ✨ 👋

🌿✨ Celebrating National Indigenous Heritage Month! ✨🌿 Bears hold a sacred place in Indigenous spiritualities, often revered as 'nemushum,' meaning 'my grandfather'. 🐻 🌌 In many Indigenous cultures, the bear is a powerful symbol within their circular worldview; they embody strength, wisdom, and the interconnectedness of all life. Indigenous peoples have a rich and diverse cultural heritage that spans thousands of years. Their traditions, languages, and ways of life are deeply connected to the land and natural environment. Despite facing numerous challenges and injustices throughout history, Indigenous communities have shown remarkable resilience and continue to fight for their rights, sovereignty, and cultural preservation.  Let's join together this June, to uplift and support our Indigenous communities, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. Together, let's celebrate their rich heritage, resilience, and profound connection to the land. 🌎 🍃 (Picture Credits: Eruoma Awashish/Terre Innue)

Welcome to our new series! “Simply Explained” aims to answer any questions you might have about the Lab as simply as possible. In our first edition, we will be providing more insight regarding how the Lab functions within the WSIB. As an hub of the WSIB, the Innovation Lab is dedicated to fostering experimentation, creativity, and collaboration. When the WSIB identifies a challenge that requires a creative approach, the Lab assists with the discovery and development process. Through conversations with the WSIB staff, the Lab aids in exploring and sharing possible solutions. The Designers, Developers, and Communication Specialists work together to ensure that all parts of the process are detailed and user-friendly. Whenever the WSIB needs a solution, the Lab is here to offer a helping hand! #wsib #wsibinnovationlab #researchanddevelopment #fullstackdeveloper #uxuidesign #communications #innovation 

The WSIB Innovation Lab is hiring a new Innovation Solutions Lead! If you are passionate about mentoring multidisciplinary teams and the deployment of innovative ideas, new technologies and advanced solutions, come join us at the Lab. Using your applicable skills, you can either act as a Development or a Design Lead for the Lab. This 9-month contract role is the perfect hands-on opportunity for you to develop your skills brainstorming, researching, designing, architecting and developing prototypes and assisting in the creation of innovative solutions. To learn more and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/ez-6QmBk #hiring #nowhiring #innovationlab #wsib #wsibinnovationlab #jobopening #joinnow #employmentopportunity 

With the commencement of Cohort 21, WSIB’s Innovation Lab welcomes both returning and new faces. With two weeks already underway, the Lab is buzzing with excitement and ambition. We're thrilled to have 32 students from diverse backgrounds and expertise joining us, including students from the Ukrainian Summer program. The students span the Development, Design, and Communications & Engagement teams. We eagerly anticipate the creativity and progress they'll bring to the table over the next few months. Stay tuned for updates as we share the journey of Cohort 21 and their impactful work with you!

As the term comes to a close we wanted to say thank you to Cohort 20 for all the hard work they have put in! We’re so proud of all of the students and we look forward to seeing what this group can accomplish in the future. Best of luck! #Innovation #WSIB

Last month, the WSIB Innovation Lab had the incredible opportunity to participate in Microsoft's OpenAI Hackathon, a dynamic event that brought together innovators from various sectors. Our team explored several problem spaces, leveraging the cutting-edge capabilities of Microsoft Azure AI software to craft inventive solutions. Thank you to Microsoft for hosting us and fostering an environment where collaboration and creativity thrive. #innovation #microsoft #hackathon #innovationlab