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Senator Hugh Segal to speak at Western Law
University of Western Ontario | November 17, 2006
Senator Hugh Segal will present a talk at the Faculty of Law at The University of Western Ontario....[continue]
Outstanding alumni honoured at Convocation
McMaster University | November 17, 2006
Three alumni and two future alumni will be honoured for their outstanding achievements at the fall Convocation held today....[continue]
First Nations Symposium
Royal Roads University | November 16, 2006
First Nations communication and culture will be focus of a the 2006 School of Communication & Culture public symposium being held at Royal Roads University on Wednesday, Nov. 22 on the Quarterdeck of the Grant Building starting at 10:00 a.m....[continue]
Law students practise access to justice
University of Windsor | November 16, 2006
Individuals with intellectual disabilities in Windsor and Essex County may make a smoother adjustment to living independently thanks to the generosity of some Faculty of Law students at the University of Windsor....[continue]
Donna Moody named Director of Campus Security at Brock
Brock University | November 16, 2006
Deputy Chief Donna Moody of the Niagara Regional Police Service has been named the new Director of Campus Security Services at Brock University....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 16, 2006
Sharry Aiken (Law) discusses the issue of undocumented migrants working underground in Canada in the Toronto Star and Kitchener, Cambridge and Waterloo Record....[continue]
Police can see adequately to do their work after eye surgery: UW study
University of Waterloo | November 16, 2006
Police officers and recruits who have undergone eye surgery can on average see adequately enough to do the work that's expected of them, a University of Waterloo optometry study has concluded....[continue]
'Sno' Researchers Win Inaugural NSERC Polanyi Award
University of Guelph | November 15, 2006
A group of Canadian scientists — including several from the University of Guelph — are being honoured by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) today for their groundbreaking research on neutrinos....[continue]
Trinity College offers James Bond 101
University of Toronto | November 15, 2006
Meet Baines, Robert Baines - senior triad member of the Trinity College James Bond Society (TCJBS)....[continue]
U of S VIDO team discovers key step in flu virus replication
University of Saskatchewan | November 15, 2006
As public health officials around the world keep a nervous eye on the spread of avian influenza, the University of Saskatchewan's Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) has uncovered a key step in how the influenza virus causes infection....[continue]
SNO scientists win first Polanyi Award
Queen's University | November 15, 2006
Scientists from the Queen’s University-led Sudbury Neutrino Observatory (SNO) are the first winners of the prestigious John C. Polanyi Award. Valued at $250,000, the new award will be presented annually by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)....[continue]
Summerlee Named WUSC Chair
University of Guelph | November 14, 2006
University of Guelph President Alastair Summerlee has been named the new chair of the board of directors of World University Service of Canada (WUSC), one of the country’s leading international development agencies....[continue]
Faculty of Law contest: See how the other half lives
University of Windsor | November 14, 2006
Faculty of Law Dean Bruce Elman will have a chance to walk a mile in the loafers of first-year Law student Mohamed Hashim tomorrow, when they switch roles during the faculty’s Dean for a Day event....[continue]
David Peterson installed as 32nd chancellor
University of Toronto | November 14, 2006
Installation address praises university’s strengths...[continue]
Student documentary premieres Nov. 14
University of Toronto | November 13, 2006
Girl Child a fundraiser to fight child abuse and HIV/AIDS in Zimbabwe...[continue]
Oscar Peterson's name to grace UTM's newest residence
University of Toronto | November 13, 2006
Something about U of T at Mississauga strikes a chord with internationally acclaimed jazz pianist Oscar Peterson — so much so that the university’s newest residence will now be known as Oscar Peterson Hall....[continue]
More Americans than Canadians (almost half) find anti-terrorism laws intrusive – international surveillance survey finds
Queen's University | November 13, 2006
Almost half of Canadians and even more Americans say they find new laws aimed at protecting national security post 9/11 intrusive....[continue]
DeGroote conference examines market issues
McMaster University | November 13, 2006
Much of the world's economy rises and falls with the stock market. More than just traders and shares, capital markets around the globe are a complex system with many issues, challenges and opportunities....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 10, 2006
David Gordon (Urban Planning) continues to receive coverage for his comments on creating a more beautiful Canadian capital that shows off our national culture, most recently in the Ottawa Citizen....[continue]
SMU and Halifax Welcome World Renowned Peace Leader
St. Mary's University | November 10, 2006
Dr. Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. is a man admired by many....[continue]
Gallery of Distinction honours six community leaders
McMaster University | November 9, 2006
Six outstanding citizens who have made an indelible mark on the City of Hamilton through their leadership, dedication and talent were honoured at the annual Hamilton Gallery of Distinction Awards Dinner on Nov. 8....[continue]
U of G Director Appointed to the Ontario Human Rights Commission
University of Guelph | November 9, 2006
Patrick Case, director of the University of Guelph's Human Rights and Equity Office, has been appointed commissioner to the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC)....[continue]
Mount Allison University announces 06-07 Bell Scholars
Mount Allison University | November 9, 2006
Mount Allison University is pleased to announce this year’s winners of the Bell Scholarships, Bell Achievement Awards, and the Mary Emerancy Pickard Music Scholarship, which celebrate students who have demonstrated strong academic ability, leadership potential, commitment to volunteer work, extra-curricular activities, work experience, and good citizenship....[continue]
Legacy Awards Spotlight Alumni
University of Victoria | November 9, 2006
BC’s senior practising female lawyer, a leading climate change scientist, and the creators of innovative science publications for young people are the 2006 recipients of Distinguished Alumni Awards from the UVic Alumni Association....[continue]
U of T campus police sponsor simulated critical incident management training
University of Toronto | November 9, 2006
Integrated response from emergency services is vital...[continue]
Newfoundland and Labrador Lieutenant Governor to speak on war and remembrance at event in Toronto
Memorial University of Newfoundland | November 8, 2006
Newfoundland and Labrador’s lieutenant-governor will be the keynote speaker at the second annual Affinity Newfoundland and Labrador Dinner scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Marriott Yorkville in Toronto....[continue]
Rotman School explores building diverse workplaces
University of Toronto | November 8, 2006
Gay, lesbian communities focus of Nov. 6 seminar...[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 8, 2006
David Gordon (Urban Planning) offers ideas for creating a more beautiful Canadian capital that shows off our national culture in the Ottawa Citizen....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 7, 2006
Kathleen Lahey’s (Law) comments about income-splitting are featured in the in the National Post....[continue]
Do Canadians pay lip service to the environment?
University of Regina | November 7, 2006
The natural environment is one of the leading symbols of Canada, and Canadians pride themselves as world leaders on environmental issues....[continue]
UW hosts UWDECA student competition and conference
University of Waterloo | November 6, 2006
The University of Waterloo will host the UW Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) fall in-house competition and conference on Saturday, attracting about 130 Ontario students interested in business, marketing, management and entrepreneurship....[continue]
Leadership Mount Allison’s Speaker Series welcomes Linda Duncan, Nov. 7
Mount Allison University | November 6, 2006
On Tuesday, November 7 Mount Allison University will welcome Linda Duncan as the third speaker in Leadership Mount Allison’s 2006 Certificate Program Speaker Series. Duncan will speak at 7 p.m. in Brunton Auditorium and everyone is welcome to attend....[continue]
University of Ottawa Media Calendar: November 6 - 10, 2006
University of Ottawa | November 6, 2006
Here is a summary of the activities taking place at the University of Ottawa this week....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 6, 2006
Kathleen Lahey’s (Law) opinion piece about Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s Tax Fairness Plan appears in the Toronto Star....[continue]
The faculty of science signs second sequential degree agreement with Chinese university
Wilfrid Laurier University | November 6, 2006
The Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University continues to forge new links with top Chinese universities. On September 19, 2006, the Faculty of Science signed its second Sequential Degree in just over 5 months with another top Engineering school in China: Jiangsu University in Zhenjjiang, Jiangsu Province....[continue]
Laurier to graduate 879 students in fall convocation
Wilfrid Laurier University | October 27, 2006
Just under 900 students from all schools and faculties from the Waterloo and Brantford campuses of Wilfrid Laurier University will officially graduate today during the university’s fall convocation ceremony....[continue]
Gift to support Masonic collection at Brock University
Brock University | October 27, 2006
The Heritage Lodge No. 730 of the Grand Lodge A.F. and A.M. of Canada in Ontario will present a gift of $10,000 to Brock to ensure the James A. Gibson Library's ability to promote, support and conserve the Masonic collection....[continue]
Carleton University Announces Its Honorary Degree Recipients at Fall Convocation
Carleton University | October 27, 2006
Carleton University will present honorary degrees to two outstanding Canadians at its 129th Convocation ceremony on Saturday November 4, 2006 in Carleton’s Field House. More than 1,150 students will be graduating....[continue]
Six York profs in the running for TVO's Best Lecturer 2007
York University | October 26, 2006
Six York professors have made the ‘top 30’ cut in TVOntario’s competition for Best Lecturer 2007.
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2006 E-Gré winner to perform at Mount Allison, Oct. 28
Mount Allison University | October 26, 2006
On Saturday, October 28, Mount Allison University’s music department will host a recital by cellist David Eggert, winner of the 2006 Eckhardt Gramatté National Music Competition, and pianist Walter Delahunt. The concert will take place in Brunton Auditorium and will begin at 8 p.m....[continue]
