June 10, 2026

Ambrose University has announced that it has received approval from the Association of Theological Schools to launch its first doctoral degree in Fall 2027: the Doctor of Ministry degree. The program will begin by offering a Chinese-language track in a fully online, synchronous model that enables students to learn while staying where they are. It takes three years to complete and includes a dissertation or ministry project based on each student’s ministry context. “This program is a direct response to needs [that Chinese church leaders] have helped us identify and an important step in serving the local and global church more effectively,” said Ambrose Vice Dean of Theology Rev Dr Stuart Williams.

Northern College has revitalized the Haileybury School of Mines. The campus now offers a redesigned Mining Engineering Technician program that emphasizes decision-making under real conditions. The program was designed with industry input and focuses on topics such as geology, safety, and systems-based planning. “Essentially, what we’ve done is shift this program and its priorities from ‘learning about mining’ to ‘practicing how mining is done,’” said Northern VP Academic Dean Lessard. “We’ve worked to develop a program which prepares graduates for career longevity, not just securing an entry level position, to provide them with the skills they need to position themselves as future leaders.”

The private institution Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy’s board of directors has rejected a Government of Québec offer to become an affiliate campus overseen by the Cégep de Sainte-Foy. CNDF previously applied to become a public cégep. However, QC ministre de l’Enseignement supérieur Martine Biron said that becoming an affiliate campus would have enabled integration into the public network at a lower cost. Association générale des étudiantes du campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy said it believes that independence ensures CNDF would maintain its level of personalized service. Cégep de Sainte-Foy explained that it had not been aware of the offer or its rejection prior to the information going public. CNDF management said that all involved parties should be consulted about any potential solutions to provide higher education to Portneuf.

Research institute BC Policy Solutions has published a report providing solutions to address the state of postsecondary education in British Columbia. The report’s author, Véronique Sioufi, refers to the “marketization” of postsecondary education in the province, which she says has been a result of policies including using international students for funding, neoliberal public postsecondary takeover, and prioritizing competition over cohesion. Sioufi provides four key recommendations: decolonizing postsecondary education to move away from treating students as customers; restoring public funding to at least 75% of operating costs; implementing community-driven governance structures; and improving labour relations by moving away from casual and part-time staff in favour of permanent, full-time roles.

In a recent article for Inside Higher Ed, Colleen Flaherty discusses the increasing need for students to receive cybersecurity training. Flaherty explains that a recent Inside Higher Ed survey identified that, though 68% of chief technology officers (CTOs) say faculty and staff receive adequate cybersecurity training, only 22% say that students do. Several CTOs spoke to Inside Higher Ed, explaining that universities typically do not enforce cybersecurity training for students even though they are targets of common scams related to visas or jobs. Strategist Aviva Legatt explained that cybersecurity education must also be updated to address vulnerabilities with the technologies students are currently using.

Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is launching a Master of Physician Assistant Studies program. The program will prepare students to work as physician assistants in hospitals, clinics, and community settings in areas such as primary care, emergency medicine, and surgery. It will be delivered in alignment with the Doctor of Medicine program. “Our goal is to train highly skilled graduates who will contribute to patient care and help strengthen health-care teams where they are needed most,” said Western Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Professor Dr Josee Paradis. “This is about building a stronger and more sustainable health workforce for the future.”

A firearm was found hidden in Université Laval’s pavillon Adrien-Pouliot on Monday. TVA Nouvelles reports that the weapon, along with an ammunition box, was found during work on a bathroom ceiling in the building. It was handed over to the Service de police de la Ville de Québec (SPVQ) for analysis. SPVQ spokesperson William Robitaille explained that the weapon has not yet been linked to a crime, and that there have been no injuries reported in relation to the incident.

The Okanagan College Faculty Association (OCFA) voiced their concerns over the health of the Salmon Arm campus in a letter to politicians earlier this month, according to Today in BC. The association informed the Salmon Arm council, Kamloops-Shuswap-Central Rockies MP Mel Arnold, and Salmon Arm-Shuswap MLA David Williams of several concerns including reductions in offered courses, an increase in online teaching, and a reduction in supports for Salmon Arm campus students. “The need for us to send this letter externally reflects the lack of local leadership at the institution,” said OCFA VP Sean Johnston, writing for OCFA president Caroline Gilchrist. The OCFA urged the recipients to voice their support for the campus at the Okanagan College board meeting in Salmon Arm on June 23.

The Université du Québec à Montréal has launched the Centre d’expérimentation de la réalité virtuelle en enseignement et apprentissage universitaire. This centre is focused on immersive technologies in education, and offers three workstations designed to be used by individuals or small groups. The space is meant to promote exploration, collaboration, and dialogue related to virtual reality, while also addressing challenges associated with the technologies’ integration. UQAM directeur du Service de l’audiovisuel Jean-François Tremblay explained that the centre will support the implementation of virtual reality in teaching, adding that the centre will evolve based on the university community’s needs.

Students in College of New Caledonia’s Job Education Training Program launched a 3D printing microbusiness to develop their creative and entrepreneurial skills. The JETSTREAM 3D Maker Lab offers students the opportunity to develop their skillsets in entrepreneurship through hands-on experiences with emerging technology. Students participate in all aspects of the process, participating in product design, 3D printer operation, community engagement, and more. The project is supported through the Work Integrated Learning Innovation Fund.