Edmonton Journal
Alberta tuition freeze continues next year, government commits $17 million in backfill
Advanced Education Minister Marlin Schmidt said Thursday the freeze applies to 20 public post-secondary institutions and will apply to apprenticeship tuition.
Montreal Gazette
International students see more opportunity in Montreal, but most leave
Reasons include immigration issues, higher salaries or better jobs elsewhere, a desire to go home or simply a dislike of our cold winters.
CBC
Arctic Inspiration Prize announces 10 finalists for up to $3 million in funding
The regional selection committee for the Arctic Inspiration Prize has announced ten projects shortlisted for the 2017 awards, including two finalists for a $1 million prize.
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Lakehead University raises over $50k for scholarships and bursaries
Seen as the opening day of the giving season, staff, students, alumni and friends of Lakehead University say they raised more than $10,000 on this year’s Giving Tuesday.
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