July 3, 2026

Keyano College has introduced a refreshed brand identity that is inspired by the college’s location and context. The brand is grounded in the meaning of Keyano—“sharing,” in Cree—and intended to reflect the college’s connection to the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. It draws on a visual identity with new typography and a new colour palette. “This evolution reflects a renewed focus on how we show up for our region and the people we serve,” said Keyano Associate Vice President, Public Engagement Chantal Beaver. “Our brand tells a story of connection, stewardship, and shared progress. It captures who we are as a community and how we continue to create opportunities for learning, growth, and future success.”

Capilano University has joined the North Shore Health Innovation District partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. The partnership brings together the City of North Vancouver and regional partners from various sectors with the goal of improving community health outcomes and supporting innovation and economic development. “As we are the North Shore’s university, Capilano University is proud to join the City and our partners in advancing this unique opportunity to connect health care, education, research and industry,” said CapilanoU President Jason Dewling.

Polytechnics Canada Policy Analyst Hannah Hunter argues that Canada must address the barriers to apprenticeship completion if the country is to retain apprentices in the skilled trades. Hunter explains that many government officials tout the career opportunities available in the skilled trades, but that training timelines and completion present a barrier to these careers. She writes that apprentices may encounter personal and financial challenges that affect their progression and often face delays with accessing in-class training, due to limited space, equipment, and instructors. If these issues are left unresolved, Hunter concludes that “Ottawa’s ambitions to Build Canada Strong — however well intentioned — will fall flat.”

In a recent article for The evoLLLution, Vis Naidoo (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology) discusses how institutions can use microcredentials to address the need for sustained productivity and competitiveness in Alberta, as well as in Canada more broadly. Naidoo offers an overview of the frameworks and policies surrounding microcredentials in Alberta, before explaining how these short credentials can contribute to productivity and respond to the need for just-in-time training. The author concludes by outlining next steps for the Government of Alberta Ministry of Advanced Education, postsecondary institutions, and employers.

As academic programs focused on AI are launched across North America, CBC reporter Raechel Huizinga explores how postsecondary institutions in Atlantic Canada are responding. Huizinga discusses the programs currently under development at Dalhousie University and the University of New Brunswick, Memorial University’s AI-focused master’s degree, Holland College’s AI and Data Analytics post-graduate certificate, and the courses and micro-credential offered by New Brunswick Community College. “There’s a lot of opportunity for us to differentiate ourselves and get ahead of the curve here, not just in Nova Scotia, but across the four provinces,” said Dal Professor and AI Research Chair Frank Rudzicz.

Mount Allison University and New Brunswick Community College have signed an agreement that will create a new pathway to a degree for business students. Graduates of NBCC’s Business Administration Accounting diploma will be able to transfer into MtA’s Bachelor of Commerce with up to 60 credits, enabling them to earn a degree within four academic terms of full-time study. The five-year agreement is part of a broader memorandum of understanding between the two institutions that is focused on creating student-centred pathways.

Dalhousie University and Western University have signed an agreement focused on collaboration across defence, AI, innovation, research security, and deepening joint projects. “Combining the strengths and resources from our two outstanding universities means we can accelerate research and innovation to fuel Canada’s economic prosperity and bolster Canadian sovereignty,” said Western President Alan Shepard. “This new agreement will expand interdisciplinary and integrated research projects between our institutions, while leveraging further opportunities to engage industry and government partners.”

In a recent article for Psychology Today, psychologist Deborah J Cohan (University of South Carolina-Beaufort) outlines what she calls the Freshman 15: 15 things that new students should consider doing within the first month of school. Among these recommendations, Cohan encourages students to connect with staff and faculty members to identify trusted contacts and to get integrated into the campus social scene through campus events and student clubs. She also offers several points of advice around ensuring academic success, such as attending office hours, reading course syllabi carefully, and showing up and participating in all classes.

Brock University and the University of Mannheim have expanded their existing exchange program agreement to bring new opportunities for social science students. Students in Brock’s Faculty of Social Sciences with at least five completed credits will be able to apply for the new exchange opportunity in January, with the actual exchange taking place as early as the 2027-28 academic year. “Expanding mobility opportunities is central to our commitment to helping students develop new perspectives, skills and experiences needed to succeed in an interconnected world,” said Brock International Learning Programs Manager Rox Chwaluk.

Antara News reports that Indonesia’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology is keen to scale up academic cooperation with the higher ed sectors in Canada. Indonesian Higher Education Minister Brian Yuliarto noted that the ties between Canadian and Indonesian postsecondary institutes continue to grow in number, spanning student exchanges, research collaborations, and joint academic programs. “We hope that Canadian universities will support Indonesia by admitting our students, enabling them to pursue their higher education there,” said Yuliarto. Antara News reports that the Indonesian Embassy in Ottawa will be actively exploring opportunities to foster stronger relationships between universities in both countries.