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Federal Budget 2018: 12 things to watch for
Finance Minister Bill Morneau has said science, gender equality and preparing Canadians for the jobs of the future will be key themes in Tuesday’s federal budget.
Saskatoon StarPhoenix
Graduate students seek seat on U of S Board of Governors
At its last meeting, the University Council voted to support the Graduate Students’ Association request for a seat on the board.
National Post
Acadia University launches investigation into controversial professor
Acadia University has launched a formal investigation into complaints against a professor over controversial comments he made on social media and in the classroom.
Toronto Star
Ryerson students to help remote First Nation grappling with overcrowding and youth suicide
A fundraising event, slated for Mar. 3 at Ryerson’s Kerr Hall Gym, will feature live music performances by Indigenous artists and a documentary film screening.
Winnipeg Free Press
Profs slam U of M for labour appeal
University of Manitoba professors are accusing school administration of driving relations below even pre-strike levels by appealing an unfair labour practice decision.
CBC
Algoma University partners with Northern College to offer more university programs in Timmins
There may not be a stand-alone English university in Timmins but two post-secondary institutions are working to have more options available for potential students.
Cape Breton Post
Program aims to get underrepresented groups into workplace
The program was co-developed last year by the Centre for Employment Innovation with St. Francis Xavier University and community partners, on behalf of the provincial government.
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