London Free Press
Federal funding boost ‘dream come true’ for researchers
A boost in federal funding announced Wednesday not only means more money for researchers to pay for their studies and lab equipment, but more funding security.
CBC
New northern polytechnic university up for discussion in Inuvik
The Northwest Territories government announced plans in October to transform Aurora College into a polytechnic university, after a review of the college was released last May.
Ottawa Citizen
As academic year winds down, Ottawa’s student newspapers face uncertain future
Campus news organizations face an uncertain future as they grapple with the provincial government’s decision to allow university students to opt out of fees deemed “non-essential.”
Globe and Mail
UBC says it won’t change name of field after businessman David Sidoo charged in U.S. college scandal
UBC says it has no plans to make changes to a sports field named after a prominent Vancouver businessman and former member of its board of governors was arrested as part of a massive U.S. college-admissions scandal.
CBC
Mouldy bread, undercooked meat among complaints about food served at MUN residences
Newest complaints of unsafe and unsanitary food come four years after past issues with Aramark.
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Universities Canada, CAUBO warn federal action is needed as Canada’s universities face worsening financial outlook
A coordinated immigration policy, tax relief and fiscal crisis safeguards are recommended to sustain sector.
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No more ‘soft touch’ on student visa fraud, IRCC vows
New technology and better enforcement will pre-emptively deter rule-breakers, deputy minister says.
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NDP urges federal government to provide biometrics options for Palestinian students awaiting study permits
Critics accuse Ottawa of bureaucratic double standards.
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Committee urges penalties, random audits to crack down on foreign student visa fraud
Lax oversight, followed by a bungled foreign student permit cap, have wreaked damage on institutes of higher education, a parliamentary committee report concludes.
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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
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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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