AlgomaU approves Master of Psychotherapy program

Algoma University has approved the establishment of a Master of Psychotherapy program, which it calls the first of its kind in Northern Ontario. The program is offered in a full-time or part-time format. Psychotherapy students will gain professional experience through the program’s practicum and community-based internship components. AlgomaU Program Planning Lead Dr Teryn Bruni said […]

In honour of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), several institutions across the country are holding special ceremonies and gatherings. Some, such as Brandon University, McGill University, Memorial University, Thompson Rivers University, and Yellowquill University College, held smudging ceremonies and hosted special speakers in the days leading up to NDTR. Several institutions—such as […]

Two institutions in Ontario have announced new cuts due to reduced international enrolment. Algoma University plans to cut 50 to 75 roles following a reduction in international student intake by 60%, according to President Sheila Embleton. While the university paused five programs in May, they have not yet announced which, if any, of these programs […]

Algoma University has announced that it has joined the Royal Society of Canada as an Institutional Member. As a member, the university becomes part of a group of Canadian universities that are united in their commitment to advancing the arts, research, and scholarship at a national level. “As a smaller institution with a distinctive Special […]

At Algoma University, the local World University Service of Canada (WUSC) committee has relaunched the Student Refugee Program (SRP). Starting this fall, the program will bring two refugee students to AlgomaU to begin their studies in the Cameron Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Business and Economics. “I see this program not only as […]

Algoma University’s Arthur A Wishart Library recently was transformed into a living library through an event called Human Library: Unjudge Someone. This event was hosted as a part of the university’s commitment to truth, reconciliation, and experiential learning. It brought together students, staff, faculty, Elders, and residential school survivors for a unique experience where participants […]

Algoma University and Enabled Talent have signed an MOU to co-develop an AI-powered workplace accessibility tool for blind and low-vision professionals. The two-year collaboration will focus on the development of Eynable, a tool that uses voice commands, smart descriptions, and task automation to help users navigate tasks like form submissions and scheduling without altering existing […]

Algoma University has marked several milestones recently. The university recently came together with the Children of Shingqauk Alumni Association to mark the official turning of the earth for Makwa Waakaa’igan, a National Centre of Cultural Excellence. The centre, which will reportedly be the first of its kind in the province, will be used to teach […]

Algoma University has marked the first faculty naming in its history with the unveiling of the Cameron Faculty of Science. The faculty was named in honour of Dr J MacBain Cameron and the Cameron family, who have supported the university in the past. “Today marks a bold new chapter for Algoma University,” said Colin Wilson, […]

Algoma University and Portage College have made programming changes in response to financial pressures and enrolment concerns. CBC reports that AlgomaU is pausing admissions to five programs: history, geography, music, sociology, and visual arts. Faculty and community members have criticized the move, questioning the university’s decision-making process, reports CBC. Portage has cancelled its Heavy Equipment […]