Toronto Star
Nobel Prize in medicine honors 2 scientists for their discovery of microRNA
Two scientists won the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine on Monday for their discovery of microRNA, tiny bits of genetic material that offer a way for scientists to control what’s happening in our cells and that could lead to new ways of detecting and treating diseases including cancer.
University World News
Data shows 35% drop in interest in studying in Canada
Canada’s reputation as an international student destination has suffered immense harm since last January when the government announced that it would be cutting the number of new international student visas, says Studyportals, an online education platform based in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
CTV News
Canada announces funding for African countries, scientific research at Francophonie
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce funding to support French-speaking African countries and initiatives to promote the French language in the Francophonie.
CTV News
How Maritime universities are promoting sustainability
It’s Sustainability Month at campuses across the Maritimes.
Students are being encouraged to make greener choices with a goal of creating lifelong habits. The changes to better the planet can be simple.
Times Higher Education
Canada places further restrictions on post-study work visas
Students attending colleges and university courses below degree level must have studied in one of five areas to be eligible.
Sherbrooke Record
Sherbrooke’s housing crisis – the search for solutions
Sherbrooke is currently in the grips of an unprecedented housing crisis, with vacancy rates plummeting and the cost of housing soaring. According to data from the Concertation Logement Sherbrooke (CLS) committee, the city’s vacancy rate hovers around 1 per cent, far below the balanced 3 per cent rate that is ideal for a healthy housing market.
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