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News Policy

Spring fiscal update boosts colleges, trades training

Universities also ‘want to be a big part’ of educating the new Canadian workforce, says UC president.
News Budget

NL increases funding for post-secondary, confirms tuition freeze

Memorial University still faces “hard decisions” for upcoming operating budget.
News Research

Report ranks Canada fifth in the world for higher education

Research quality, academic integrity and global standing contribute to top-5 result.
News Budget

Universities Canada, CAUBO warn federal action is needed as Canada’s universities face worsening financial outlook

A coordinated immigration policy, tax relief and fiscal crisis safeguards are recommended to sustain sector.

Opinion Research

Beyond protection?

The impact of ethics sprawl on researchers at Canadian universities.
Opinion Academic freedom

Why should academic freedom protect ineffective teaching?

The status quo is in desperate need of change.
Opinion Research

Quebec launches network of reseach chairs in science diplomacy

Acting in the roles of diplomats and advisors, scientists can help solve pressing world problems, argues Quebec Chief Scientist Rémi Quirion.
Opinion Artificial intelligence

The Human Algorithm

As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, the most valuable skills aren't technical — they're fundamentally human.

Features Artificial intelligence

The King and AI

A team of international scholars tackles a historical work of epic proportions.
Features Mental Health

Wags over worries

A look at how campuses across Canada use pet therapy programs to support students’ mental health.
Features Arts

Top 10 movies about university life

In honour of Academy Awards season, here’s our list of the best films about professors, students and out-of-control frat boys.
Features Q&A

Reaffirming the role of universities

Lessons from the U.S.

Career Advice Advice

Take it easy this conference season

Before committing to a colloquium, consider carefully whether the time and cost are worth the payoff.
Career Advice Writing

How to write an effective service statement for your promotion and tenure dossier

Go beyond “bum-in-seat” accounting to emphasize your expertise and accomplishments.
The Skills Agenda Administration

Supporting human skill development in and beyond the classroom

AI heightens the need for the unique abilities of human beings.
Career Advice Students

Thriving after your PhD

Evidence and advice from postdocs about finding your footing in the working world.

Climate Change

News Climate Change

Fighting fire with science

Powerful analytical tools and a new generation of wildfire specialists take to the woods as Canadian forests burn.

by
Frank B. Edwards
July 17, 2025

Opinion Climate Change

Forward-looking climate action must be grounded in the latest science

Climate action researchers need to leverage the unique context of our country, while embracing localized strategies informed by rigorous research.

by
Andréa Ventimiglia, Rachelle Fox & Micheline Ayoub
June 26, 2024
News Climate Change

UVic’s Ocean Networks Canada launches first-of-its-kind ocean observatory in Antarctica

A unique partnership is helping researchers learn more about the effects of climate change.

by
Bianca McKeown
May 21, 2024
News Climate Change

United Nations University Hub opens at U of Calgary

UN think tank will tap into water expertise at the Alberta-based university.

by
University Affairs
February 29, 2024

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