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Venture for Canada Welcomes Its 10th Annual Fellowship Cohort to the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University Kingston, ON- Venture for Canada proudly welcomes a new cohort of 56 Fellows to the Smith School of Business at Queen's University for an immersive three-week entrepreneurial experience. As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Fellowship Program, this year also highlights a decade-long partnership with the Smith School, showcasing our commitment to nurturing Canada's future entrepreneurial leaders.
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