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Quebec’s English universities to meet with premier about tuition fee hikes
Quebec Premier François Legault is slated to meet with the province’s three English-language universities on Monday to discuss the proposed tuition fee increases for out-of-province students.
City News Vancouver
Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond removed from Order of Canada
Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, a high-profile former judge embroiled in a controversy surrounding her claims to Indigenous identity, has been removed from the Order of Canada at her own request.
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Hamilton university conducts review in light of professor’s social media remark
McMaster University says it is conducting a “review” after a professor made a social media comment about a pro-Palestinian protest that it says “does not align” with its “values” or “responsibilities.”
CBC News
Dalhousie task force recommends verification process for Indigenous staff, students
Self-identification policy can lead to Indigenous identity fraud, says task force chair.
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Canada falling behind in R&D, report warns
Universities provide one of the few bright spots, according to the Council of Canadian Academies.
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Universities eligible for $51B infrastructure fund
The Build Communities Strong Fund, announced in this month’s budget, is the first long-term federal infrastructure program open to post-secondary institutions.
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Budget proposes more than $1B for student and youth employment
Funds also promised for TMU med school, Inuit Nunangat University.
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Minister defends law enabling mass cancellation of international study permits
Aiming to shut down visa fraud, Immigration Minister Lena Diab faces grilling over broad powers granted in Bill C-12
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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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