In a recent article for the Edmonton Journal, University of Alberta President Bill Flanagan argues that Alberta’s postsecondary institutions can help drive the economy forward. “As Canada seeks to build long-term resilience, the role our institutions can play has never been more critical,” writes Flanagan. He points out how postsecondary institutions play an integral role in creating an educated workforce, producing research that benefits the economy, and attracting global research. This, however, requires support from the federal and provincial governments, and Flanagan calls on the federal government to “swiftly” introduce a revised international student visa policy and encouraging AB to partner with PSE to help expand access and meet demand.
