UCalgary Qatar hosts final convocation ceremony, concludes operations

After nearly 20 years of operations in Qatar, the University of Calgary is concluding operations at its Doha campus. The University of Calgary Qatar campus offered healthcare programming that was accredited in Canada with a curriculum that reflected local culture and health-care needs. The university will host its final convocation on May 11. “UCQ’s commitment […]

The University of Calgary has been selected to become the home of XPRIZE’s Canada Hub. XPRIZE hubs foster connections between innovators from across the world to drive change. UCalgary has received $1.5M from Alberta Technology and Innovation and $1.5M from the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund to support the hub’s operation. The hub will offer Canadian […]

The University of Alberta has launched the Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, Workforce Development and Outreach (CHIWDO) to strengthen Alberta’s position as a leader in hydrogen research and deployment. As global demand for hydrogen fuel and expertise grows, the centre will support hydrogen energy development by advancing technologies across the hydrogen value chain. The centre will […]

University of Calgary Properties Group (UCPG) has partnered with Truman Homes to build Scholar: a purpose-built rental residence in the University District. The new six-storey, mixed-used building is projected to add 203 units to the area. It will offer one- and two-bedroom rental units, all of which will include a balcony, washer and dryer, and […]

Keyano College has established an Indigenous Advisory Circle to advance reconciliation, enhance accessibility, and promote a culturally responsive learning environment. The initiative aims to foster an environment of dialogue between Indigenous communities and Keyano by integrating Indigenous wisdom and kinship into the college’s policy, programming, and cultural practices. Members of the advisory circle include local […]

The University of Calgary’s Faculty of Nursing is introducing a new Professional Practice Entrepreneurship graduate certificate. Designed for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and other health-care professionals, this online program will provide learners with the skills needed to launch and lead their own practices. Specifically, it will build upon their clinical expertise to develop their skills […]

Concordia University, the University of Calgary, and York University each recently provided guidance to their campus communities on cyberthreats. Concordia Chief Information Security Officer Mike Popoff reminded the university community to be aware of cyberstalking and described how they can protect themselves, including by increasing their digital security. UCalgary IT Cybersecurity Director Mark Sly warned […]

Red Deer Polytechnic and York University have received donations from banks to support the creation of new labs and research sites on campus. RDP will be using a $600K donation from the RBC Foundation to establish the Energy Test Hub. This hub will provide students with training and will advance RDP’s goal of being a […]