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Why we need open-source science innovation — not patents and paywalls
As we prepare to invest money to prevent the next global pandemic and find solutions to many other problems, science funders have a large opportunity to move towards open science and more research collaboration by offering open-source endowed chairs.
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Northern Ontario university leading new national service for people with rare dementia
Nipissing University is leading a new, nationwide support service for Canadians living with rare forms of dementia.
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Terminated Laurentian University faculty group demands their jobs and programs back
A group that represents some terminated faculty members at Laurentian University wants the institution to reinstate their jobs, along with programs it cut last year.
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London lawyer hails victory on university, college use of non-disclosure agreements
London lawyer Rob Talach lobbied for changes to proposed Ontario legislation that would further restrict the use of non-disclosure agreements by universities and colleges when employees are fired for sexual harassment or other sexual misconduct.
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Manitoba increases investment in post-secondary education, announces new commission in 2026 budget
Post-secondary institutions will receive $882.6 million in operating funding.
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Program changes at Memorial raise concerns
Impact on faculty and students remains unclear amid decreased enrolment and financial challenges.
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UBC leads the way on civil discourse
A successful debate series places universities at centre stage in ending polarization.
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Quebec makes 5-year, $392M investment in universities to drive economic growth
With targeted investments in research and innovation, the provincial budget banks on universities to boost the economy — but fails to address structural underfunding.
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Judge overturns Quebec’s tuition hikes on out-of-province students
The decision is a partial victory for McGill and Concordia universities.
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Headlines for February 28, 2025
CNW GroupCanada announces 2025 Express Entry category-based draws, plans for more in-Canada draws to reduce labour shortagesMinister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced the 2025 Express Entry categories, which include a new education category, to align the...
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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
The Calgary Herald 'Huge opportunity': Compelling Calgarian named as new chancellor at MRUWith my desire to continue to work with young people, my commitment to post secondary education, this was just a huge opportunity … so I...
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