TRU approves guaranteed-tuition model for international students
TRU’s guaranteed-tuition model offers transparency for new students but faces backlash over fee hikes. Thompson Rivers University Thompson Rivers University has approved a guaranteed-tuition model for international students. Under the model, which will come into effect in the Fall,…
UVic senate approves plan for professional doctorate degree program
An aerial view of the University of Victoria campus in 2023. CAPITAL REGIONAL DISTRICT The University of Victoria is exploring offering a professional doctorate degree program in the near future, reports the Times Colonist. At a meeting in November,…
COU, OCI launch new initiatives in life sciences, critical minerals, battery technology
The Council of Ontario Universities (COU) and the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) are collaborating to launch two new initiatives to foster leadership in the life sciences and the electric vehicle transition. The first initiative—the Life Sciences Group—will be…
MITT launches diploma programs in health care, cybersecurity
The Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology has launched two new programs for students in health care and cybersecurity. The two-year Medical Assistant and Patient Care diploma program trains students to work on health-care teams in setting…
UoGuelph to launch master’s program in cybersecurity, business leadership
Cybersecurity master’s developing tomorrow’s business leaders The University of Guelph will introduce a new Master of Cybersecurity Leadership and Cyberpreneurship in Fall 2025. Delivered jointly through the School of Computer Science and the Gordon S Lang School of Business…
IRCC grants temporary extension for DLI transfers
The grace period will correct timing concerns of a previous IRCC policy which jeopardised hundreds of Jan 2025 enrolments. Photo: Pixabay. The PIE News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has granted a temporary grace period to international students…
UWaterloo, UPES sign MOU to foster global upskilling, reskilling opportunities
“As technological advancements and global forces dramatically reshape industries, education will be essential for driving innovation and economic growth,” says Vivek Goel, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Waterloo. “Our collaboration with UPES to deliver professional and executive education…
UOttawa, Shoppers Drug Mart announce multi-year partnership, new clinic on campus
New space will enhance access to healthcare services, offer learning opportunities for the university’s health sciences and pharmacy students The University of Ottawa has announced a multi-year partnership with Shoppers Drug Mart that will increase access to healthcare and bring…
Universities Canada relaunches UniversityStudy.ca for prospective students
Universities Canada has relaunched the UniversityStudy.ca platform to help prospective students make informed decisions about their future university studies. The bilingual platform now includes a new scholarships database and an in-depth resource centre that covers topics such as…
Carleton to launch Bachelor of Science in Nursing program
Premier Doug Ford attends the launch of Carleton University’s new nursing program on November 5. OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 5, 2024 /CNW/ – Carleton University has launched a new tech-forward nursing program with the first intake of students starting in…
New residence in downtown Montréal to bring affordable apartments to McGill students
Montreal mayor Valérie Plante at a press conference with the federal government about construction of affordable student apartments. Oct. 25, 2024. (Gareth Madoc-Jones, CityNews) The construction of a new residence named Le Méridien will bring 168 affordable, rent-controlled student…
UoGuelph launches Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering
The University of Guelph is launching an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering, which will feature a core focus on AI and machine learning. Students will be able to specialize in robotics, control and AI, or manufacturing and…
Algonquin announces Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours) degree program
Algonquin College has introduced a Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours) program that will prepare students for a career in child and youth care. The four-year degree program’s curriculum covers topics such as applied research, entrepreneurship, nature-based programming,…
Canada reveals requirements for PGWP eligibility
The Government of Canada has revealed the new requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility for international students, which will come into force in November. Graduates from bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or PhD programs will be required to demonstrate…
UManitoba launches Strategic Research Plan 2024-29
UM Chancellor Ann Mahon, Dr.Elder Dr. Levinia Brown, UM President Michael Benarroch, Vice-President Research and International Dr. Mario Pinto and Hon. Renée Cable, Minister of Advanced Education and Training The University of Manitoba has launched its Strategic Research Plan…
Bloomberg releases Best Business School Rankings 2024–25
Bloomberg has released its Best Business School Rankings for 2024-25, which assesses business schools and awards them a score out of 100 for factors such as compensation, entrepreneurship, learning, and networking. Each region was given its own…
fellowships competitions for 2024
The Government of Canada has announced the results of its 2024 Tri-agency scholarships and fellowships competitions. Canada will provide $265M in support through a variety of study awards, fellowship programs, and scholarship programs in order to boost the next…
UAlberta to launch mechatronics and robotics engineering program
The U of A’s new mechatronics and robotics engineering program —the first of its kind in the Prairie provinces — will give students in-demand skills and industry connections in a rapidly growing field. (Photo: Getty Images) The University…
Canada, ON invest $3.5M to bolster innovation in agri-food sector
The Government of Canada and Government of Ontario are investing an additional $3.5M into the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative to boost innovation in the agri-food sector. This round of funding will support over 100 research and innovation projects…