Laurentian to accept DELF B2 for French-language programs

Laurentian University’s senate has approved a motion to accept the DELF B2 French language diploma for admission to its French-language programs. The university notes that the change from C1 to B2 puts the university in line with other French-language offerings in Ontario and will allow more French immersion students to apply directly to the university’s […]

Many postsecondary institutions are hosting ceremonies and events today to commemorate the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The ceremonies include sunrise ceremonies, panels, and guest and dignitary speakers from the institutions and local Indigenous communities. Other events being held on campus include ceremonial fires at Laurentian University and the University of Toronto, crafting events […]

Several institutions have shared updates recently on their enrolment levels. Laurentian University’s Francophone student enrolment has risen over the last three years and now makes up over 25% of its total student body. The university attributed the rise to its broader efforts to support French-language postsecondary education. Red Deer Polytechnic is also experiencing enrolment growth, […]

Laurentian University is once again able to recruit Canada Research Chairs after a temporary pause due to the university’s insolvency. In order to receive clearance to begin recruiting again, Laurentian implemented a Strategic Research Plan and restarted the development of a Canada Research Chairs Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plan. This action plan is […]

Students from across Canada are preparing for the beginning of the semester. At institutions like the University of Regina, students shared their hopes for the year ahead with CBC and CKOM. Many universities are offering welcome activities for new students, including food trucks and a “Settling-in Social” at Brock University and a BBQ and a […]

Laurentian University and Creative Destruction Lab will collaborate on a national platform for Canada’s geological data. The initiative will advance the Canadian Digital Core Library, which digitizes Canada’s geological record and makes it openly available. Laurentian will receive up to $1M over two years from Creative Destruction Lab for a dedicated research program that will […]

In a letter to the editor published by Sudbury.com, members of the Terminated Faculty Committee of Laurentian University call for an inquiry into the university’s use of the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) during its insolvency crisis. The calls come in response to the conclusions of Laurentian University President Lynn Wells’ “listening tour,” which were […]

Laurentian University is reportedly taking steps to address the lingering effects of the university’s insolvency proceedings. “What surprised me the most was just how raw the emotion was for some people. [… T]hey’re still really feeling the effects of what happened five years ago,” said Laurentian President Lynn Wells, who met with more than 100 […]

Faculty and staff who were laid off during Laurentian University’s insolvency in 2021 have received their reduced severance. These creditors have received 25% of their claims, with withholdings deducted. Laurentian University Faculty Association President Fabrice Colin said that former employees waited five years for these cheques, which represent “the last and final step of that […]

The Rick Hansen Foundation, RBC, and RBC Foundation have announced the 40 recipients of the RBC Barrier Buster Grants program. Algonquin College, Laurentian University, Mount Allison University, and the University of King’s College are among those receiving funding. The grants are designed to support improvements to physical accessibility of spaces for schools, municipalities, and community […]