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A week after our 10-year DataNB celebration, the excitement is still with us. ✨ The photos arrived, capturing the stories, connections and community that have shaped our work over the decade. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey. Here are a few favourite moments from that day.

Yesterday we celebrated 10 years of DataNB — a decade of growth, learning, and impact. 🌟 Grateful to our speakers and everyone who’s been part of this journey. Here’s to the next chapter and the impact we’ll build together in NB! 💙

DataNB was pleased to take part in the 2025 Health Research Symposium hosted by ResearchNB. Our team shared key findings on cancer care, health data for women, and support for CAF members and veterans. Great conversations and inspiring work across the health research community.

This Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served to protect our freedom. Their legacy reminds us of the strength found in unity, compassion and peace.

We will remember them. 🌹

Today, on National Indigenous Veterans Day 🪶, we honour the First Nations, Inuit and Métis people whose courage and dedication have greatly shaped Canada’s military history.

YouTube video by DataNB Civic Engagement for Health among Older Adults: A Blueprint for Communities

How can communities help older adults shape their own futures? The Healthy Seniors Pilot Project shows how civic engagement boosts belonging, security and purpose. Watch Dr. Trenholm and Caroline Davies share the “Blueprint for Communities”:
EN: youtu.be/PdDjgYdfGuM FR: youtu.be/fqXu191iDho

October is ADHD Awareness Month, 🌟 and we’re proud to highlight a new journal article co-authored by DataNB researchers - including our Director Dr. Ted McDonald, Senior Research Scientist Dr. Chris Folkins, and Senior Data Analyst Chandy Somayaji: www.unb.ca/datanb/resea...

A new article co-authored by DataNB Director Dr. Ted McDonald finds ongoing language gaps in NB healthcare — especially in pharmacies, specialist care, and telehealth:
www.unb.ca/datanb/resea...

🎥 New on the DataNB YouTube channel!
In this presentation, Dr. Sandra Magalhaes explores how participation in the Healthy Families, Healthy Babies public health program impacts breastfeeding outcomes among first-time moms in NB.

👉 Watch the full presentation here: youtu.be/zLKPMaOcisA

🌟 Happy International Day for Women in Statistics and Data Science! 🌟 Today, we honour the brilliant and dedicated women shaping the world of statistics and research science. Your expertise, creativity and leadership drive meaningful change in our province and propel our work forward every day.

✨ This Thanksgiving, we reflect on the journey we’ve shared with our amazing community. From our family to yours, we are grateful for the connections we've built and the memories we've created together. DataNB wishes you a holiday filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. 🍂❤️ 

DataNB’s newest immigrant retention report finds that 79% of 2022 arrivals were still in NB one year later—reflecting a return to pre-pandemic levels. See what this means for New Brunswick’s future: www.unb.ca/datanb/resea...

DataNB was proudly at #RISE2025! 🌟 Dr. Sandra Magalhaes visited the Senate of Canada, met Senator René Cormier and Senator Krista Ross, and connected with MPs supporting research in NB. Proud to share our work on a national stage!

Join us at the UNB Building Healthy Communities Research Showcase on Oct. 6 (9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.) at the Richard J. Currie Center Performance Hall. Visit the DataNB booth and hear Dr. Sandra Magalhaes present “Making a Difference Through Data: 10 Years of Government–Academic Partnership.🌟

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 is a time to honour Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home and recognize the ongoing impacts on families and communities.

Today and every day, we are reminded that Every Child Matters.

This Gender Equality Week ⚖️💼, our study shows women in Canada’s top professions still earn up to 12% less than men—even after decades of pay equity policies. Read more: gqr.sh/gCdd

New DataNB study finds financial aid boosts access and graduation for some students. Most grads already remain in NB, explaining why aid has little added effect on retention.

#StudentAid #HigherEd 

Happy Labour Day. 🔨 Today, we celebrate workers' contributions to Canada’s success and their efforts for fair labour practices and improved conditions. It’s a day to reflect on progress toward equitable work and the inequities workers still face.

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After 10 years of exciting growth, we’re rebranding. 🌟

We’re thrilled to introduce our new logo and name: DataNB.

This fresh look reflects who we are today and where we’re headed tomorrow, while continuing to transform data into positive changes for New Brunswick.

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Pssst... something big is coming. 🤫

Stay tuned for an exciting new chapter with NB-IRDT. We can’t wait to share what’s next.

Follow us for the big reveal. 🌟

Happy New Brunswick Day. 🌟 A chance to strengthen our local communities by celebrating our achievements, history, culture and landscape. Let’s celebrate our province together.

💡 Financial assistance can shape a student’s journey—and the CAFÉ database helps us see how. This data set offers detailed info on applications, awards and family finances across Canada.

It’s a key tool for exploring access, equity and outcomes in post-secondary education: www.unb.ca/nbirdt/da...

Updated NB-IRDT research shows university grad retention rates across New Brunswick, with rising retention among international students—especially at UNB. Discover how different schools and fields of study impact grad retention in the province: www.unb.ca/nbirdt/re...

☀️Extreme heat is a rising health risk in NB.

New NB-IRDT research finds prolonged heatwaves with high humidity increase deaths and emergency department visits. This study supports improvements to the province's Heat Alert and Response System: www.unb.ca/nbirdt/resea...

🎥 Now on YouTube: As part of UNB Law’s Technology & Access to Justice series, NB-IRDT Director Dr. Ted McDonald presents "The Case for Justice Data." Watch how the principle of “Collect Once, Use Many Times” can shape better justice data systems. www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjdD...

🌿 CANUE data offers postal-code level info on environmental and urban conditions—like greenness, captured through the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI). 🧠 Researchers can use these data to study health impacts, exposure patterns and inform place-based policy.
🔗 www.unb.ca/nbirdt/data/...

⚡ Exciting news. NB-IRDT at UNB is proud to partner with Canada’s Energy Data Trust, enabling secure, ethical access to energy data to support Canada’s clean energy transition and accelerate innovation for a sustainable future. 🌍💡

Learn more: www.sgin.ca/news-release...

Happy Canada Day from NB-IRDT! 🍁
Today we celebrate the beauty, diversity and unity of Canada—while honouring the rich Indigenous history that shapes this land and the vital contributions of Indigenous Peoples. Here's to a bright, inclusive future—together. 🌟

Stay connected to the research shaping New Brunswick.📧 DataNB is our monthly newsletter featuring research highlights, community projects, data insights and upcoming opportunities from NB-IRDT and our partners: nbirdt.us3.list-mana...

🌟 Dr. Sandra Magalhaes joined a panel at #SWCCReads2025 with Dr. Joshua Kurek, Roberta Clowater and moderator Brian Owens to discuss how partnerships with government help bring science into policy. 🔍 Thanks to Science Writers and Communicators of Canada for hosting this important conversation.