Université du Québec à Montréal and the University of Niagara Falls Canada have each signed new international partnerships. UQAM signed a framework agreement to collaborate with the University of Kolwezi in the Democratic Republic of Congo on environmental sciences and sustainable development. This partnership would help the city of Kolwezi, which currently faces several mining-related environmental challenges. The University of Niagara Falls Canada has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Management University of Africa to enhance educational experiences for students at both institutions. The partnership may lead to initiatives such as articulation and pathway progression opportunities, joint educational programs, semester abroad programs, and student and faculty exchanges.