Exploring Global Markets for Micro Hemp Plants

Tommy Bud Inc. seeks to expand its reach in the burgeoning field of sustainable agriculture by identifying potential markets for the exportation of micro hemp plants. This project challenges students to conduct thorough research into both local and international markets, assessing the demand for hemp plants across various industries such as wellness, textiles, and eco-friendly products. Students will analyze market growth trends, regulatory landscapes, and the diverse applications of hemp to determine viable export opportunities. The project aims to provide insights into how micro hemp plants can meet the needs of different sectors while aligning with sustainable practices. By understanding these dynamics, students will contribute to the strategic expansion of Tommy Bud Inc.'s market presence.

Cybersecurity Awareness

Our organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John, is one of 91 agencys across Canada. Our Office 365 Accounts are provided and managed by our National Office's IT team. As a local BBBS agency, we are committed to protecting the personal information of the children, families, volunteers, and community partners we serve. As we grow and adapt our local operations to an increasingly digital environment, we recognize the need to strengthen our local agency's cybersecurity posture to ensure our information handling policies and practices compliment those that BBBS of Canada oversees/manages and are based upon best practices and standards. We are seeking support from Riipen Level UP students to audit our current local agency's cybersecurity and data handling procedures, help us to assess risks and vulnerabilities, and provide practical recommendations for a small non-profit to improve security, compliance, and operational efficiency. This project will involve the following steps: Conducting a cybersecurity needs assessment tailored to our small non-profit, considering our unique federated model of BBBS. Reviewing our current IT infrastructure and policies related to data storage, sharing, and access control. Identifying gaps or vulnerabilities in current practices. Researching cybersecurity best practices for a small non-profit and local agency within the BBBS of Canada structure. Recommending improvements to policies, practices, training, or tools. Proposing a basic implementation or awareness/training strategy for staff.