Globe and Mail
Canadian universities are rushing to address critical shortage of student housing
A hot rental market across Canada is squeezing postsecondary students with universities and private companies trying to meet growing demand with a mini-boom in residence building.
CBC News
How universities are navigating COVID-19 and the return to campus
Infectious diseases specialist Dr. Zain Chagla breaks down the different approaches Canadian universities are taking to COVID-19 safety and what makes sense right now.
CBC News
Draft shows Athabasca University funding agreement will be tied to local staffing
Advanced education minister takes questions from Athabasca board of governors.
CBC News
Students, schools gearing up for first in-person orientation since COVID-19 halted events
Schools are expecting orientation attendance to match pre-pandemic numbers.
CTV News
Western student protest attracts greater anti-mandate community
Tensions are ramping up ahead of a planned protest at Western University Saturday, in opposition to the school’s recently announced COVID-19 mandates.
CTV News
Universities in northern Ontario report declining enrolment
While still lagging in applications from high school students, Laurentian University in Sudbury had some success this year attracting other students.
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Headlines for February 28, 2025
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Headlines for February 27, 2025
The Montreal GazetteU de M, McGill, Concordia denounce Quebec’s new cap on international studentsUniversities warn Quebec’s standing as a leading destination for international students and academics will suffer even more after the province on Wednesday announced enrolment...
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Headlines for February 26, 2025
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