Dal, Trent, UPEI move bargaining forward

Dalhousie University, Trent University, and the University of Prince Edward Island and the unions on their respective campuses have recently shared updates on their bargaining. Dal and PSAC Local 86001, which represents Post Doctoral Fellows, have reached a tentative agreement which now needs to be ratified by PSAC members and Dal’s board. At Trent, the […]

The University of Prince Edward Island will be redeveloping its squash courts and a flexible exercise space into a new high-performance training facility. This facility will have the capacity to support approximately 250 varsity and 200 club athletes. It will help attract new student-athletes, reduce injuries, and enhance training opportunities for the community. Additionally, the […]

As academic programs focused on AI are launched across North America, CBC reporter Raechel Huizinga explores how postsecondary institutions in Atlantic Canada are responding. Huizinga discusses the programs currently under development at Dalhousie University and the University of New Brunswick, Memorial University’s AI-focused master’s degree, Holland College’s AI and Data Analytics post-graduate certificate, and the […]

The University of Prince Edward Island’s Atlantic Veterinary College will expand its seats to meet the demand for veterinarians. In August 2027, the college will introduce an additional 25 seats to the program. “Our primary mission is the Atlantic provinces, and we’re very aware that there’s certainly a veterinary shortage being felt close to home,” […]

The College of Piping in Prince Edward Island has seen a surge in its enrolment, with the piping program growing 60% last year. In an interview with CBC, College of Piping Executive Director James MacHattie attributed the rise in interest to both a desire to “get off screens” and to “[get] out and do things.” […]

Holland College has officially named its new student wellness centre the MacDonald Centre for Student Wellness and Academic Success in honour of outgoing Holland College President Dr Alexander (Sandy) MacDonald. The college says that MacDonald has placed a priority on mental health and wellness, supports, and student success during his time as president, and that […]

The University of Prince Edward Island’s Robertson Library and L’nuey—an initiative focused on protecting and implementing the rights of PEI Mi’kmaq—have announced the launch of a new digital archive called Tku Atlasma’lit. The archive contains a wide range of historical records related to the Mi’kmaq of Epekwitk, brought together in one online, Mi’kmaw-led space. The […]

In response to an Ebola outbreak in the region, the Government of Canada recently announced temporary measures for foreign nationals living in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan, including an immigration document processing suspension. Several institutions have taken action in response to the outbreak. Western University reportedly recalled staff and students who […]

The University of Prince Edward Island has shared an update on two of its new policies: A Harassment and Discrimination Policy and a Sexual Violence Policy. The policies have officially received the endorsement of the UPEI’s Board of Governors and the university states that they are substantively agreed upon, legally compliant, and ready to move […]

Holland College has announced the creation of FutureWorks PEI, supported by a $15M gift from the Weston Family. The FutureWorks PEI initiative will build a stronger talent pipeline, support small- and medium-enterprise productivity and competitiveness, and ensure Prince Edward Island can meet its needs. The funds will support three key expansions to this end: The […]