Category : Universities


McGill's $50M facility crisis preceded sports team cuts

A month before axing teams, McGill's athletics director warned the Board of Governors of deteriorating, unsafe facilities needing over $50M in repairs. Discover the details behind the controversial decision.

Five Injured in London Frat House Fire

A fire at a Western University fraternity house in London, Ontario sent five people to hospital. The blaze broke out at the corner of Richmond and Cheapside streets on December 3, 2025.

King's College in N.S. reports $1.8-million deficit

The University of King's College in Halifax confronts a significant $1.8-million budget shortfall for 2025, attributing it to escalating operational expenses. Learn about the financial pressures facing the historic institution.

URSA to hold referendum election at U of R

A new student union, URSA, is forming at the University of Regina to replace the dissolved URSU. A key referendum election is scheduled for students to decide its future.

U of R students to vote on new union, URSA, in December

University of Regina students will vote Dec. 12-15 on adopting the new University of Regina Students' Association (URSA), which pledges transparent governance and renewed advocacy, marking a clean break from the dissolved URSU.

Two arrested at UVic protest over OneBC event

Two people were arrested at the University of Victoria after clashes erupted between protesters and the OneBC group, which proceeded with an event banned by the university. Read the full story.

Politecnico di Milano Inaugurates 163rd Academic Year

Italy's Politecnico di Milano opens its 163rd academic year, championing scientific diplomacy, European collaboration, and critical thinking in a polarized world. Read about its new strategic vision.

How university budget cuts impact campus life

Canadian universities face significant budget reductions affecting student services, faculty positions, and campus programs. Learn how these cuts are transforming the academic experience nationwide.

Villa Maria's New Director Faces Land Crisis

Christian Corno becomes Villa Maria School's new director general tasked with resolving bitter land dispute with Sisters of Notre Dame. Can he save the 171-year-old institution?

Acadia University ratifies new staff agreement

Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia has successfully ratified a new collective agreement with librarians and lab technicians, ensuring stability for academic operations.

Quebec Bill 1 threatens university autonomy

Quebec's proposed constitution, Bill 1, could force universities into self-censorship by blocking court challenges and holding administrators personally liable for legal costs.

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