Media Scan
Global News Laurentian University could have avoided creditor protection, Ontario auditor says A report today from Bonnie Lysyk says Laurentian University could have done more to seek financial help from the government. CBC News Minister pushes back against Athabasca University president’s defence of virtual campus Alberta Advanced Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides says Athabasca University must […]
CTV News ‘Missed opportunity’: Budget 2022 gets lukewarm reviews from student groups While student groups are welcoming some of the broader budget elements related to life affordability, such as housing and dental care, they say they’re disappointed in the lack of measures related to post-secondary education affordability, workforce entry and mental health. The Toronto Star […]
CTV News UQAM lecturers’ strike suspended amid settlement proposal A strike by lecturers at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) that was scheduled to begin Monday has been suspended. Sudbury Star Groups still hope to stop Laurentian’s restructuring process University still struggling to balance its books. Toronto Star Former Ontario cabinet minister named U […]
Globe and Mail Postsecondary students grapple with increased tuitions as a result of provincial funding cuts to education Student groups in Alberta are objecting to another year of hefty tuition increases after the United Conservative Party’s recent budget continued the government’s push to cut funding for postsecondary institutions. CTV News N.B. government, UNB expand nursing […]
Globe and Mail Canada’s 2022 federal budget will be released today. Here’s a preview of what Canadians can likely expect Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will unveil the 2022 federal budget on April 7, making it the first budget announcement since the 2021 federal election. Globe and Mail Quebec bill on academic freedom says no words […]
CBC News Oversight needed to prevent exploitation of international students The path to an education in Canada for international students from India can be riddled with roadblocks — from education agents resorting to shady tactics to questionable recruiting practices at private colleges. Times Higher Education Canada ‘reaping benefit of Brexit’ on student flows Data on […]
The National Post Superclusters seek $1.5 billion renewal, but government advisors recommend program prioritize domestic firms, IP Policy experts have previously warned the program’s lofty economic goals may not be achievable. The Globe and Mail 2022 Gairdner Award winners celebrated for breakthroughs related to vaccines, blood and evidence-based medicines Each year, the Toronto-based Gairdner Foundation […]
CTV News Canada’s first independent medical university begins operation April 1 is the official start for the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) as Canada’s first independent medical university, with two campuses in the region. The Toronto Star Around the world — to study in a basement: How a pandemic derailed Canada’s international students For […]
CTV News Laurentian neglected obligations under French Language Services Act, says language commissioner A new report says Laurentian University, the Ministry of Francophone Affairs and the Ministry of Colleges and Universities neglected their obligations under the law when French language programs were cut. The Peterborough Examiner Trent University increasing tuition costs for out-of-province and international […]
Global News Concern Nova Scotia budget doesn’t have enough to help struggling students The cost of living and attending post-secondary in Nova Scotia are continuing to climb and advocates are concerned about the lack of upfront financial support in the new provincial budget. The Globe and Mail Support for the international research community is crucial, […]
The Conversation How MBA programs can remove disability-related barriers Removing employment barriers for people with disabilities requires a multifaceted approach, but it starts with equitable access to education. CBC News U of T and Ryerson University plan to end masking, vaccination mandates May 1 Move coincides with start of spring semester, but subject to change […]
CTV News N.S. announces $105 million to improve infrastructure, enhance health care, training at rural universities The province says the money will allow St. Francis Xavier University, Acadia University, Université Sainte-Anne and Cape Breton University to address a “significant backlog” of infrastructure upgrades and improvements. CTV News International students to be trained as Sask. ‘ambassadors’ […]
Global News Ukrainian students in Canada struggle with financial strain of war Ukrainian students in Canada say they’ve been worrying about being able to afford living here as their families at home are displaced and lose access to their earnings. Global News Nova Scotia international students struggling with work limits and rising living costs Many […]
The Pie News Canada top choice destination for one in four prospective students The US is placed second spot, with 20% of students indicating it is their preferred destination, and the UK and Australia are in joint third place, with 19%, respectively, CBC News Dalhousie Medical School aims to increase Indigenous student admissions University’s academic […]
CBC News Ontario extends college, university tuition freeze to 2022-2023 Colleges and Universities Minister Jill Dunlop said the Progressive Conservative government wants to reduce financial barriers and financial strain on families. Ottawa Citizen Ottawa post-secondary students appreciate tuition freeze, but fear international learners will have to account for it “International students … have said in […]
CTV News $245K in mental health funding slated to support Sask. post-secondary students The Government of Saskatchewan announced it is providing $245,000 to support student mental health and wellbeing during the 2021-22 school year. Global News Some Montreal universities will continue to require masks after province lifts mandate It felt a lot like 2012 in […]
CTV News Manitoba’s 2 largest universities plan to lift vaccine requirements this spring U of W also lifting mask requirement, while U of M still mandates their use. CTV News Some Montreal universities will continue to require masks after province lifts mandate Although the Quebec government plans to remove mask mandates by April, some Montreal […]
CBC News Students feel increasing burden of balancing tuition, basic living expenses University and college students across Canada are struggling with the burden of managing tuition and basic living expenses as inflation steadily increases the cost of living. The Toronto Star Scholar Strike 2022: Why professors and students will hit the streets in a show […]
The National Post Ontario’s universities look to the future as they continue to support the province’s recovery Universities — students, faculty, and staff — demonstrated adaptability and unwavering dedication throughout the pandemic. CTV News UQAM lecturers vote to strike amid failed negotiations with the university Lecturers who are members of the Syndicat des professeurs enseignants […]
The Pie News Students urge Canadian gov’t to waive work limits as inflation spirals Rising costs – including rent, bills, tuition fees and food – have left some international students unable to afford basic necessities. The Toronto Star International students: it’s often their survival that’s on the line Is Canada being fair to its international […]