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Cannabis on campus: how B.C. universities plan to deal with the coming legalization of pot
Universities and colleges in B.C. will need to re-evaluate their smoking policies in preparation for the proposed legalization of marijuana set for July 1, 2018.
Global News
Queen’s University launches research collaboration with Ethiopian university
The $24-million project will see teachers from the African country further their training in Canada, while hundreds of students will get funding for a post-secondary education.
CBC
U of M gave positive reference check for former prof accused of sexual harassment: Berklee College
Privacy law restricts sharing information in reference checks, says the University of Manitoba.
CBC
University of Windsor aims to fight Islamophobia through conversation
Muslims and non-Muslims came together for an open discussion in an effort to break down stereotypes and suggest possible solutions.
Toronto Star
Educators raise alarm over declining scores for applied students
Mary Reid, a professor at OISE, raised concerns about poor standardized test results for high school students in applied courses, calling them “alarming.”
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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
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