University innovation: a transformative force for Canada’s post-pandemic economy
Every technological revolution that society has witnessed was preceded by a major global crisis, and each was driven by major public investments. In each case, the distribution of economic power changed. As we consider what technological shifts will transform our society following massive post-pandemic investments, we must look at further developing and nurturing a culture […]
Maintaining Canada’s momentum as a magnet for international talent
Against the ongoing backdrop of COVID-19, Canada’s universities are once again delivering a unique fall semester. Our fall schedules are a mix of in-person, remote, and hybrid course delivery. Our campuses are enveloped in pandemic health and safety measures. As in other spheres, it feels like higher ed globally is experiencing a pivotal moment of […]
Halting the rising tide: the student mental health crisis on post-secondary campuses
It’s no secret that a mental health crisis is raging on Canadian post-secondary campuses. Even before COVID-19, post-secondary students in Canada reported shocking levels of depression and anxiety. The onset of the pandemic, and the campus lockdowns that followed in late March 2020, have only served to further these negative trends. While the pandemic has […]
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Elections Canada’s move to scrap Vote on Campus program could lower youth turnout, reduce NDP and Liberal ballots, analysts say
Elections Canada scrapping its Vote on Campus program could lead to a lower voter turnout among young Canadians in the federal election, an outcome two political analysts say will most hurt the Liberal and NDP ballot counts. “If you’re the Liberals, you’re probably more concerned about that because in the last two elections you tended […]
Looming post-pandemic children’s crisis calls for federal leadership
The debate about in-person learning has intensified over the last few weeks, especially in parts of Canada where schools remain closed, shedding new light on the trials this pandemic has created for many children, youth, and families. With vaccination giving rise to new hope that ‘normalcy’ is on the horizon and the health crisis may […]
Mental health support for post-secondary students has never been more critical
The creativity, perseverance, and achievement of students, faculty, and staff at universities across the country have been inspiring in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, the pandemic has illuminated cracks in the foundations of many institutions that support our society. It has shone light on the pressure points—the bruises and hidden […]
Joel Etienne wins Tory nomination in York Centre
Joel Etienne will be the Conservative Party’s candidate in York Centre, Ont., in the next election, after winning a nomination contest for the riding early this week. Mr. Etienne defeated Julius Tiangson in the nomination election, which was conducted online. Voting took place from April 25 to 27. York Centre is located in the northern […]
Tory candidate for York Centre to be decided early this week
The Conservative Party will select its next candidate for York Centre this week, after nearly turning the riding blue in a 2020 byelection decided by 701 votes. Julius Tiangson is running to recapture the Conservative nomination in the riding. He narrowly lost last year’s byelection there to rookie Liberal MP Ya’ara Saks. Mr. Tiangson is […]
Why our economy must hang onto PhD graduates
As we enter what is expected to be a prolonged period of economic recovery, Canada can ill afford to watch top talent walk out the door. Yet without meaningful, competitive career opportunities, this is exactly what is at stake. According to studies cited in a recent report by the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA), somewhere […]
