Dalhousie University has released its 2025–26 operating budget, which projects a $20.6M deficit and outlines funding cuts and tuition adjustments. CBC reports that departments will face a 1% budget cut and must absorb compensation increases, amounting to an effective five per cent reduction. Dal Faculty Association President David Westwood warned of job losses and course cuts, while Dal Student Union President Maren Mealey raised concerns about student supports. International undergraduates not covered by tuition guarantees will see a 6.7% tuition fee increase, with some graduate students facing hikes of up to 7.2%. Dal Provost Wanda Costen cited the pressures of declining international enrolment and rising costs as key drivers.
