Website Development for FindGrant

We would like to work with students to develop a new website that is easy to maintain while providing an appealing interface for users. This can be achieved through modern site building tools with e.g. Expo, Javascript and HTMLThis will involve several different steps for the students, including:Building a website, with our assistance in providing the content and guidance.Providing training on updating and maintaining the website.Bonus steps in the process would also include:Testing prototypes with customers and refining ideas with feedback.

EventConnect - using javascript

We aim to develop an innovative networking app that bridges the gap between social events and community engagement, combining the functionalities of LinkTree and Eventbrite. The goal is to build an interactive Chrome extension designed with Figma that allows users to seamlessly connect with others at events, share their profiles, and discover community activities. This project will enable learners to apply their UI/UX design skills and knowledge of interactive prototyping tools and then bring it to life with JavascriptThe prototype should focus on user-friendly navigation, intuitive design, and interactive elements that enhance the user experience. The learners will work on creating wireframes, designing the user interface, and developing interactive elements to simulate real-world usage.

Digital Marketing for Product Launch

We are looking for enthusiastic and creative individuals to join our team and help us grow our online presence.As a Social Media Intern at CofiLife, you will gain hands-on experience in managing and growing our social media presence. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant and innovative environment, developing your skills in content creation, social media management, and market research.

Novel Food Source Analysis from Public Health Perspective

The main goal for the project is to analyze the potential of coffee fruit as a novel food source from a public health and regulations perspective. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Researching the nutritional content and health benefits of coffee fruit.- Analyzing the current regulations and restrictions related to using coffee fruit as a food source.- Assessing the environmental impact and sustainability of utilizing coffee fruit in food products.- Evaluate innovative and nutritious food products using coffee fruit as a key ingredient.

Coffee Fruit Product Launch Promotional Plan

CofiLife, a company specializing in coffee-based products, is preparing to launch a new line of products derived from coffee fruit. The goal of this project is to create a comprehensive promotional plan and associated materials to effectively market these new products. The student team will need to develop strategies for social media campaigns, draft press releases, and plan promotional events. This project offers an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge of marketing, public relations, and event planning in a real-world context. The team will need to research the target audience, identify key marketing channels, and create engaging content that highlights the unique benefits of coffee fruit products.

Visualization for Government Funding

The main goal for the project is to develop a visualization tool that can help users like Indigenous, BIPOC, women, SME entrepreneurs, and industry grants to find different factors which can help with grant classification like province, industry, purpose, etc. The tool should show which factors are critical to finding fundings.

SEO and Social Media Strategy

Our team is looking to improve our social media and SEO through Google search engine presence in order to drive traffic to our pages (FindGrant and CofiLife). With this project, we want to improve our social media and search engine optimization, and create an optimal lead generation strategy.This will involve several different steps for the students, including:Researching keywords to determine the most relevant terms that our customers search forResearching Search Engine Optimization (SEO) requirements for us to rank on the first page of GoogleConstructing a content calendar to upload social media content for the maximum possible trafficCreating social media content using the most efficient keywords for our target audience while following the content calendarBonus steps in the process would also include:Using our company’s social media analytics to tailor the content calendar to our customers activity, rather than general trends

Data Analysis for Health Food Competitive Positioning

The main goal for the project is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of open data from Health Canada to determine the competitive positioning for the launch of CaffeBerry's new health food product. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Gathering and analyzing data on similar health food products in the market.- Conducting a comparative analysis of CaffeBerry's product with existing health food options.

Customer relation management for new AI Solution for govt grants

FindGrant is launching an innovative funding bot which helps discover non-dilutive funding grants from the Government. We are looking to white-label and sell our Tech solution to business clients.The main goal for this project is to develop innovative prospecting strategies and execute an outreach plan to sell our solution to business clients such as Industry associations, Accelerators, Incubators, Innovation Centers, and possibly Universities/Colleges. The project aims to expand the reach of the funding bot to a wider audience and increase tech sales.

Social Media Marketing for Kickstarter Campaign

The main goal for the project is to effectively market the kickstarter campaign for CaffeBerry.co's innovative coffee fruit based product. This includes a social media marketing strategy to aid our Kickstarter with Visual content bank like posts, stories and shorts for Insta, Tiktok Content calendar

Social Media Marketing

The main goal for the project is to generate written content in the form of blogs and social media posts to promote FindGrant and its innovative use of AI/LLM techniques to help discover government funding sources for Indigenous, women, BIPOC, entrepreneurs, etc. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Researching and understanding the services provided by FindGrant.- Identifying the target audience for the written content.- Creating engaging and informative blog posts and social media content.- Incorporating SEO techniques to increase visibility and reach.- Collaborating with the FindGrant team to ensure the content aligns with the company's messaging and goals.

Container Deployment for Cloud

The main goal for the project is to create and deploy containers in Google cloud using docker to host nodeJs, React, and Angular apps for TrustNet. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Understanding the requirements and architecture of TrustNet's nodeJs, React, and Angular apps.- Setting up and configuring containers in Google cloud using docker.- Deploying the nodeJs, React, and Angular apps in the containers.- Testing the deployed apps to ensure they are functioning correctly in the containers.

Funding Chatbot Engagement Project

The main goal for the project is to engage eligible Indigenous participants with the FindGrant chatbot to streamline the process of discovering government funding sources for Indigenous communities in partnership with Indigenous Services Canada. This will involve several different steps for the students, including:- Identifying and reaching out to eligible Indigenous participants to introduce them to the chatbot.- Assisting participants in using the chatbot to find relevant grants, loans, and financial support.- Collecting feedback from participants on their experience with the chatbot and the effectiveness of the funding sources discovered.

AI-Driven Social Content Generation and Influencer Research

The main goal for the project is to utilize AI tools to generate social content for branding and promotions for FindGrant, as well as to research various influencer tools and platforms for digital marketing. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Researching and understanding the branding and promotional needs of FindGrant.- Identifying and implementing AI tools for social content generation.- Creating a strategy for utilizing AI-driven content for branding and promotions.- Researching various influencer tools and platforms for digital marketing.- Analyzing the effectiveness of different influencer tools and platforms for FindGrant's specific needs.

Promoting Coffee Fruit Health Benefits for Kickstarter Campaign

CofiLife is preparing to launch a Kickstarter campaign to promote the health benefits of coffee fruit, supported by thorough scientific research. The goal of this project is to create compelling social media content that effectively communicates these benefits to a broad audience. The content should be engaging, informative, and designed to attract potential backers for the Kickstarter campaign. Learners will apply their knowledge of marketing, social media strategies, and health communication to develop a cohesive content plan. This project will involve researching the health benefits of coffee fruit, understanding the target audience, and creating a variety of social media posts, including text, images, and short videos.Key tasks include:- Researching and summarizing the health benefits of coffee fruit.- Identifying the target audience for the Kickstarter campaign.- Developing a content calendar for social media posts.- Creating engaging and informative social media content (text, images, videos).

Website UI / UX Design & Prototype

Our company would like to explore re-designing our current website with a prototype. We are always on the lookout for innovative and fresh UI and UX ideas that will help our users.This will involve: Conducting background research on our existing web application for the product. We are happy to provide a walkthrough and other resources to help bring them up to speed.Identifying key areas of our current website and what areas of focused might return the best results in a redesign.Learning and using various software design tools. We strongly recommend students learn how to use Figma as this is the latest and greatest tool currently available.Creation of a screen by screen UX / UI prototype of a web application which can be used on all major browsers and be mobile friendlyConducting UX / UI testing with real potential users potentially involving paper prototypes or other software tools to support this

Social Media Content Strategy for CofiLife

CofiLife, a wellness and lifestyle company, is seeking assistance in enhancing its social media presence through effective content creation and marketing strategies. The goal of this project is to develop a comprehensive social media content plan that aligns with CofiLife's brand values and engages its target audience. The project will involve researching current social media trends, analyzing CofiLife's existing content, and creating a series of posts that can be scheduled over the next three months. The team will also develop a set of guidelines for future content creation to ensure consistency and effectiveness. This project provides an opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge of digital marketing, content creation, and social media analytics.

Digital Branding Assets (KS)

The main goal for the project is to create digital branding assets for CaffeBerry.co's upcoming Kickstarter campaign. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Understanding the company's mission and vision for the Kickstarter campaign.- Developing a branding strategy that aligns with the company's goals and target audience.- Creating a Kickstarter launch website using digital assets such as logos, banners, social media graphics, and promotional videos for the campaign.- Collaborating with the marketing team to ensure consistency in branding across all digital platforms.- Conducting market research to understand the preferences of the target audience and incorporate them into the branding assets.- Testing the digital assets and making necessary adjustments based on feedback.

Website Development

We would like to work with students to develop a new website that is easy to maintain while providing an appealing interface for users. This can be achieved through common site building tools with HTML and Javascript This will involve several different steps for the students, including:Building a website, with our assistance in providing the content.Providing training on updating and maintaining the website.Bonus steps in the process would also include:Testing prototypes with customers and refining ideas with feedback.