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This project is a research study conducted by ‘Trailbenders’, a team of four student researchers with the Human-Centered Design Lab at Algonquin College, in collaboration with Sentiers Wakefield Trails (SWT). This research addresses the experiences and motivations of recent immigrants in the Ottawa/Gatineau and Wakefield regions regarding the use of local trails. As a not-for-profit organization, SWT faces hurdles related to resource limitations and inclusivity in trail use, providing a unique opportunity to understand how trails can better serve diverse communities.

Through extensive mixed-method research, including a survey and interviews with relevant participants and subject matter experts, we explored insights into how newcomers perceive and experience trails, their motivations for exploring these spaces, and their expectations for improvement. The project seeks to answer the key question: How do recent immigrants residing in the Ottawa-Gatineau and Wakefield region view and experience trails, and what can be done to make these trails more inclusive?

Our research focused on developing solutions that enhance trail inclusivity by addressing the unique needs of new immigrant users. By understanding the barriers they face, we aim to foster stronger connections between newcomers and the local community through outdoor recreation, ultimately making trails more accessible and enjoyable for all.
The long-term vision for this project is to support SWT in creating more inclusive recreational practices that cater to the needs of diverse populations. This will not only help build a stronger sense of belonging for immigrants but also benefit the broader community by enhancing trail experiences for everyone.

Throughout this project, we gained valuable insights into collaborative design and research work, utilizing tools such as Google Docs, Zcal, Google Forms, and Zoom for effective teamwork and communication. The project emphasized attention to detail, empathy, inclusion, responsiveness to participant feedback, and the importance of maintaining clear communication channels within the team.

In collaboration with Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Center (PQCHC), we aimed to address Adverse Childhood Experiences and their impact on children’s development. Our project emerged from the recognition of a knowledge gap in the community about ACEs. Consequently, we focused on the specific programs offered by PQCHC that empowered parents with effective strategies and resources. Our goal was to promote these programs so families could access support and reduce the effects of ACEs.

This project investigates the integration of AI within Les Promenades Gatineau shopping center to enhance customer interactions, reduce operational costs, and improve security. By collecting primary data through surveys and discussions with mall visitors and stakeholders, our research aims to provide actionable insights into the benefits and challenges of AI in retail environments. The outcomes are expected to support the mall in its competitive positioning and customer service goals within the Ottawa-Gatineau region.

The purpose of the study is to investigate the effectiveness of marketing and promotions at shopping centres by examining their impact on foot traffic, consumer interest, sales, and length of stay. We will be conducting our research through surveys, discussion groups, and previous data collected.

Feedback and information will be provided back to our client following our completion.

This project aims to investigate consumer preferences regarding shopping malls by analyzing factors that influence their choice of malls to visit. Through a structured survey, we will gather data on various aspects such as location, store variety, promotions, dining options, and entertainment facilities. The insights gained will help identify key trends and preferences among shoppers, ultimately providing valuable recommendations for mall management and retailers to enhance customer experience and increase foot traffic.

We are enhancing Radha and Jay Jayaraman’s wellness website by improving user experience, adding administrative tools, and managing sign-ups for yoga and spiritual healing programs, with a focus on promoting health and wellness.

In view of the rising global temperatures and the summer season heat events, building regulations across Canada are looking into mandating cooling systems in buildings. This project will help to fill the information gap for such changes to the regulations by quantifying the impact of mandating cooling systems in terms of both the operational energy usage and construction cost associated with buildings. This will be accomplished through energy modeling and simulation for representative building types and climate zones. The outcome of this project is expected to be a significant step towards meeting the needs of the construction as well as codes and standards regulating industry, enabling them to make well-informed decisions regarding the requirements of mechanical cooling in buildings.

In view of the rising global temperatures and the summer season heat events, building regulations across Canada are looking into mandating cooling systems in buildings. This project will help to fill the information gap for such changes to the regulations by quantifying the impact of mandating cooling systems in terms of both the operational energy usage and construction cost associated with buildings. This will be accomplished through energy modeling and simulation for representative building types and climate zones. The outcome of this project is expected to be a significant step towards meeting the needs of the construction as well as codes and standards regulating industry, enabling them to make well-informed decisions regarding the requirements of mechanical cooling in buildings.

he Tech Titans, a team of Algonquin College students, is developing a Python application aimed at enhancing the existing capabilities of ML4Cyber by integrating OWASP dependency checks. This new feature is designed to assist cyber security analysts and IT professionals in identifying vulnerabilities within code bases, libraries, and directories, which is currently not supported by the existing system.
By providing ML4Cyber with this new OWASP dependency check functionality, The Tech Titans aim to significantly improve the ability of cyber security professionals to detect vulnerabilities in their systems. This project not only addresses a critical gap in the existing software but also positions ML4Cyber for enhanced security and regulatory compliance in an ever-evolving cyber landscape.

The Tech Titans, a team of Algonquin College students, is developing a Python application aimed at enhancing the existing capabilities of ML4Cyber by integrating OWASP dependency checks. This new feature is designed to assist cyber security analysts and IT professionals in identifying vulnerabilities within code bases, libraries, and directories, which is currently not supported by the existing system. By providing ML4Cyber with this new OWASP dependency check functionality, The Tech Titans aim to significantly improve the ability of cyber security professionals to detect vulnerabilities in their systems. This project not only addresses a critical gap in the existing software but also positions ML4Cyber for enhanced security and regulatory compliance in an ever-evolving cyber landscape.