Every November, Global Entrepreneurship Week lights up the entrepreneurial world - and this year, UNB is bringing an action-packed line-up of events to Fredericton and beyond. From keynote talks and investor sessions to workshops, networking, and startup mixers, there’s something for students, founders, researchers and community members alike.

Highlights from GEW

Monday, Nov. 17

• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Kick-off with a keynote speaker.

• 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.: The Uncertainty Advantage with Scott Stirrett (who left a career at Goldman Sachs to launch Venture for Canada, raised over $80 M, and is now sharing what he’s learned).

• 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.: Meet the VC featuring Katie Ko (Associate at Ripple Ventures) — a candid window into how VCs evaluate startups.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

• 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Entrepreneurship Fair (UNB Fredericton, Student Union Building) — meet representatives from IBEC, JHSC, McKenna Institute, NBIF, Mitacs, JEDI, Planet Hatch / Ignite and more.

• 12 – 1 p.m.: Lunch & Learn with Sam Poirier.

• 4 – 5:30 p.m.: A repeat of The Uncertainty Advantage session, again.

Wednesday, Nov. 19

• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Coffee Convo at JHSC — drop-in to learn about research commercialization, corporate innovation, tech transfer programs.

• 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.: Workshop Protect Your Idea (IP essentials: patents, trademarks, trade secrets) led by Dr. Andre Pelletier (Regional IP Counsellor, NB).

Thursday, Nov. 20

• 9:00 a.m.: Global Info Session on the MTME Program (online).

• Noon – 1:00 p.m.: Info Session — the Breakthru Startup Pitch Competition from NBIF (learn how you could win up to $200K).

• 2 – 3:00 p.m.: Info Session on the Fraser Student Venture Fund (up to $75K, student & venture-growth focus).

• 3 – 4:00 p.m.: Fireside Chat with Emily Corey (President of Corey Nutrition), and later 4 – 5:00 p.m.: Fireside Chat with Blair Hyslop & Rosalyn Hyslop (co-CEOs of Mrs Dunster’s) — two Atlantic Canadian success stories + networking mixer (with pizza!) afterwards.

Friday, Nov. 21

• 12 – 1 p.m.: McCain Speaker Series — featuring Cathy Simpson (CEO of TechImpact), sharing insights on NB’s tech ecosystem and how innovation is driving regional growth.

Why This Week Matters

GEW isn’t just a collection of events - it’s a strategic platform for building connections, exploring new pathways, and supporting innovation at every stage:

• For students: It’s a chance to network, find teammates, understand startup funding, and explore tech pathways.

• For researchers and faculty: It’s a moment to connect with commercialization support, find partners, and engage with new venture opportunities.

• For founders and entrepreneurs: It means access to tools, workshops, pitch opportunities, investor insights, and region-wide support.

• For the New Brunswick ecosystem: GEW helps strengthen ties across industry, education and government — positioning the province as a vibrant place for innovation and growth.

How You Can Participate

• Register for sessions you’re interested in - many are free and open to all students, alumni and community members.

• Bring your questions, curiosity and ideas - whether you have a startup concept, want to join a team, or just learn more.

• Use GEW to explore opportunities: startup funding, IP knowledge, networking mixers, pitch competitions and discover how your next step might look.

• Spread the word: Invite classmates, colleagues, coworkers - the more voices, the better the ideas!

Learn more and register here!