Jana Ray
Jana Ray
COO | Executive Director | VP Strategy
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Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Strong female servant-leader senior executive with experience working in both for profit and not-for-profit businesses. I enjoy the opportunity to mentor and work with emerging students and leaders with interest to grow in a number of spaces.

I am the COO of CanAge - Canada's National Seniors Advocacy Organization. www.canage.ca
I am the Executive Director of the NEW Food Trucks Association of Canada - Canada's first national trade association that provides business supports and advocacy for food trucks, caterers, and related foodservice industry professionals in communities nationwide
I am also a co-owner and the VP of Strategy for SUSTAIN Magazine. www.sustainmag.ca

I'm always looking for students in these areas: Public policy/research/journalism, public health/medical marketing, law/economics/business/financial security, computer science/statistics, gerontology/aging, healthcare/occupational therapy, psychology/mental health, hospitality/tourism/foodservice/event planning

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CanAge
CanAge
Canada

Advancements in Modern Medicine: A Guide for Older Adults

This project aims to create an informative and engaging written report designed to educate an older adult audience (age 50+) about the latest advancements in modern medicine. The focus will be on how these advancements are transforming public health and the management of chronic diseases, ultimately impacting the ability to live well for longer. The report will explore cutting-edge medical technologies, innovative treatments, and preventive measures that are shaping the future of healthcare. By providing clear and accessible information, the report will empower older adults to make informed decisions about their health and wellness. The project will involve researching current trends, analyzing their implications, and presenting the findings in a manner that is both educational and easy to understand.

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Category Healthcare + 4
Open
CanAge
CanAge
Canada

Healthcare Accessibility and Awareness Survey Design for Older Adults in Alberta

This project aims to design a series of comprehensive surveys targeting older adults aged 50+ and their caregivers in Alberta, focusing on healthcare funding, access, and awareness. The primary goal is to gather valuable insights into the current state of preventive, primary, acute, and chronic care funding, identifying gaps and areas for improvement. Additionally, the project will explore the urban/rural divide in healthcare accessibility, seeking to understand the disparities in service availability. Another key aspect is assessing the clarity and effectiveness of information provided by Alberta's government and Alberta Health Services, with the aim of suggesting enhancements and complementary resources from other organizations. Students will apply their healthcare knowledge to develop surveys that are both informative and actionable, contributing to CanAge's mission of improving healthcare and access for older adults.

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Category Healthcare + 4
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Food Trucks Association of Canada
Food Trucks Association of Canada
Floradale, Ontario, Canada

Marketing & Social Media Campaign #1

Position Overview Duration: 4 weeks (20 business days) Students: 1-2 students Organization: Food Trucks Association of Canada (FTAC) This placement provides comprehensive experience in digital marketing campaign development, social media strategy, and consumer engagement within the food service industry. Students will create and launch a complete 4-week social media campaign designed to build FTAC's consumer audience, engage food truck enthusiasts, and gather valuable industry feedback through interactive contests and exclusive content. Learning Objectives By the end of this placement, students will be able to: Develop comprehensive social media marketing strategies with clear objectives Create engaging content calendars and multi-platform campaigns Design and execute promotional contests with legal compliance Build and engage consumer communities through targeted messaging Analyze campaign performance and provide data-driven recommendations Understand food service industry marketing dynamics and consumer behavior

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Category Digital marketing + 4
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Food Trucks Association of Canada
Food Trucks Association of Canada
Floradale, Ontario, Canada

Short Term Data Entry Clerk

Position Overview Duration: 2 weeks (10 business days) Students: 1-2 students Organizations: Food Trucks Association of Canada This placement provides hands-on experience in financial data management and administrative record-keeping within the nonprofit sector. Students will develop essential skills in accurate financial data entry, expense tracking, donor database management, and administrative reporting that are fundamental to accounting, finance, and business administration careers. Learning Objectives By the end of this placement, students will be able to: Execute accurate financial data entry with systematic verification Maintain and update donor and member databases with precision Process expense reports and financial documentation accurately Create administrative reports and summaries for management review Understand nonprofit financial record-keeping requirements Apply quality control measures to ensure data integrity

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Category Sales strategy + 3
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