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Equals6 Technology Group is a Canadian company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia and was founded in 2011 by Andy Osburn and Mark Boyle alongside technology entrepreneur Michael Sanderson.

Equals6.com, a student professional network, leverages the power of Social media with the objective of revolutionizing how students gain entry-level employment. Equals6, also referred to as E6, is a unique academic and development community that helps students connect to employers and access the information and resources they need to achieve their goals.

The company name is derived from the notion that with the right ingenuity two plus two can equal six.

2011-Present

 * January 2011 - Equals6 launches in the Sobey Lounge at Saint Mary's University
 * February 28, 2011 - E6 launched its Top-Talent Scholarship program. “The Equals6 Top-Talent Scholarship program is a great way to encourage and support bright, well-rounded and motivated students across all disciplines,” said Andy Osburn, CEO of Equals6
 * March 1, 2012 - Equals6 surpasses 10,000 student users with membership up 75% in 2012
 * May 8, 2012 - Equals6 secured a $250,000 venture capital investment from Innovacorp

For Students
The site is free to students. Once registered students can:
 * Build an on-line portfolio
 * Connect with like-minded students, educators and organizations
 * Find and apply for Equals6 and other scholarships
 * Connect with job and talent recruiters
 * Join groups based upon academic and career interests

For Employers
Equals6.com was built for employers to identify and recruit bright and motivated students and recent graduates, while allowing students to virtually network and learn about organizations.

Scholarships
Launched in 2011, Equals6 alongside private industry partners provide scholarships to high school and college/university students Top Talent Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, community citizenship, and Equals6 network participation. The scholarship award winners are chosen by the Equals6 Advisory Board and companies offering scholarships. By March 2012 Equals6 had given out 50 different scholarships worth almost $20,000.