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It’s cheaper for Quebec students to rent than stay in dorms
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Opioid prescribing guidelines OK despite conflict of interest, CIHR review finds
A report concludes that the conflict violated committee’s own rules, but there was no evidence it affected results.
Global News
Einstein Youth Forum aims to inspire young people to become innovation leaders
The forum’s founder believes the time is ripe for Canada and Montreal to lead in innovation.
CBC
Canada’s largest radio telescope unveiled in British Columbia
The new $16M telescope is an all-Canadian project between universities and the National Research Council of Canada.
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