The Toronto Star reports that the private college Miami Ad School Toronto has abruptly closed, leaving several students and instructors frustrated. Students told the Star that they encountered issues such as poor onboarding and a lack of communication while attending the college; after the closure, several students told the Star that they either did not receive promised refunds or supports or that they were offered conditional refunds. Instructors also shared that they often waited months to be paid. College co-founder Muneet Dhaliwal told the Star that the college was forced to close by “broader industry conditions and prior changes at the global brand,” but noted that the study permit changes did not significantly affect the college. The Government of Ontario’s Ministry of College and Universities stated that the complaints are under review.
