Headlines for August 21, 2023

Global News
International students are struggling. Can Ottawa’s review of the program help?
Amid a continued housing crunch and sky-high costs of living, the federal government’s immigration targets and plans for international students are facing renewed scrutiny.
Prince George Citizen
Chinese government-sponsored student groups in B.C. should provoke dialogue: rights advocates
Chinese government-sponsored student groups are coming under the spotlight in Canada, including in B.C. where a university authorized a military-style Chinese flag raising ceremony.
Global News
UBCO under evacuation order due to aggressive fire behaviour
The University of British Columbia Okanagan has been placed under an evacuation order.
VOCM
Postsecondary students across NL feeling pressures of housing crunch
As universities swing their doors open for a new academic year, a significant challenge looms for many students—finding suitable accommodation to continue their studies.
Featured Jobs
- Creative and Cultural Industries - Assistant Professor (Fashion Studies and Cultures)Chapman University
- Emergency Medical Services - Dr. Ron Stewart EMS Clinician Scientist Dalhousie University
- Dean, Faculty of Health StudiesBrandon University
- Education - (2) Assistant Professors (English Language Arts and TESL / Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning) (10-month term)Bishop's University
- Director – Faculty Bargaining ServicesCanadian Association of University Business Officers (CAUBO)
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