University of Saskatchewan

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

The goal of the ARP is for students to learn community based project development and knowledge discovery. The project topic is in relation to issues identified as important to the prosperity of the community and significant to northern governance and sustainable development. It is anticipated that as graduate learners, students will develop confidence, capacity, and skills in project management, inter-professional collaboration, leadership, critical analyses and knowledge mobilization. In addition to gaining knowledge and developing skills, students also build capacity by: providing experience working with industry, government, indigenous organizations and institutions and other organizations and stakeholders; fostering professional networks; and serving the research needs of northern community organizations and other stakeholders. Collectively, the ARP will demonstrate a breadth and diversity of northern-focused concepts that challenge students to be creative and innovative.