Institutions mark 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Several Canadian postsecondary institutions are taking part in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence with campus events, campaigns, and educational resources. Brock University, George Brown Polytechnic, Saint Mary’s University, and Toronto Metropolitan University are hosting multi-day initiatives such as panels, wellness sessions, daily learning challenges, and donation drives. Meanwhile, Nova Scotia Community College […]

In several parts of Canada, postsecondary professionals are now governed by new agreements are in place for members of three unions. The BC General Employees’ Union—representing workers in BC’s public sector, including postsecondary institutions—ratified an agreement that had been reached in mediation. At Mount Saint Vincent University and Saint Mary’s University, part-time faculty who are […]

Mount Saint Vincent University and Saint Mary’s University have reportedly suspended hundreds of classes after contract negotiations with part-time faculty represented by CUPE reached impasses. MSVU said that 337 classes are affected, while SMU said that approximately 300 classes are affected. Part-time faculty at both universities have been without a contract since last year and […]

Several institutions have shared special resources and online learning opportunities to ensure their communities can learn about Indigenous history, culture, and the Truth and Reconciliation journey from anywhere. Concordia University, Ontario Tech University, and Trent University were among those that shared guidebooks, virtual tours, and other learning tools to help their community understand key concepts […]

Thousands of students in Halifax are facing potential disruptions as part-time faculty at Dalhousie University, Mount Saint Vincent University, and Saint Mary’s University engage in separate labour negotiations, according to the Canadian Press. At Dal, part-time faculty are preparing for conciliation talks in early October. Part-time faculty at MSVU will vote later this week on […]

Saint Mary’s University has launched an AI Playground in its Sobeys Inspiration Hub. The space includes 11 different AI-powered applications that students, faculty, staff, and local community members can try out for free, including Loona the robot dog that is continually learning new tricks. “Students won’t just learn about AI, they’ll use it as a […]

Negotiations between employers and unions are continuing in many parts of the country. At Saint Mary’s University, part-time faculty members represented by CUPE Local 3912 have voted in favour of strike action. CTV News reports that talks reached an impasse on the front of “non-monetary proposals.” In Ontario, College Employer Council CEO Graham Lloyd stated […]

Schools and postsecondary institutions across Canada have announced events and begun to share resources in celebration of National Indigenous History Month. In addition to sharing learning resources, institutions like McMaster University and Royal Roads University are holding formal ceremonies and gatherings during the month. Many schools are also hosting special cultural events, such as concerts […]

Global News reports that both Dalhousie University and Saint Mary’s University received bomb threats via spam email on Tuesday that prompted police investigations. CBC reports that Dalhousie did not evacuate its campus. However, SMU evacuated its campus, and nearby streets were temporarily closed while Halifax police conducted a search with K9 units. No explosives were […]

Postsecondary institutions across Canada have issued statements mourning the recent passing of Pope Francis. Representatives from institutions such as Campion College at the University of Regina, King’s University College, and St Mary University remarked on his legacy—including his 2022 apology for the church’s role in Canada’s residential school system—and his approach to the papacy. Corpus […]