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We are the voice of Canadian universities, at home and abroad. Nous sommes la porte-parole des universités canadiennes au Canada et à l'étranger.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 14h
Il faut remanier le Programme des étudiants étrangers pour regagner la confiance de la population, améliorer les occasions pour les étudiant‧es du Canada et permettre au pays de demeurer une destination de choix pour les talents du monde entier. 👇

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Mémoire d’Universités Canada présenté au Comité permanent de la citoyenneté et de l’immigration : Programme des étudiants étrangers et permis d’études - Universities Canada
Le Programme des étudiants étrangers se trouve à la croisée des chemins. L’intégrité du système ayant été remise en question, la confiance du public est ébranlée. Il est temps de rectifier le tir et de […]
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 15h
Canada’s International Student Program needs rebuilding to restore confidence, strengthen opportunities for Canadian students and ensure our country remains a destination for global talent.

Our submission to House of Commons Committee #CIMM outlines a plan to do both. 👇

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Universities Canada’s submission to the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration: International Student Program and study permits - Universities Canada
The International Student Program is at a critical juncture. The integrity of the system has been questioned, and public trust has been shaken. It is time to focus on recovery and on building a sustainable, […]
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 18h
@ualberta.bsky.social’s new cryo-electron microscope — one of only five in Canada — will help scientists strengthen Canada’s research infrastructure and design faster treatments for diseases that affect millions.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 18h
High-impact #research begins with high-quality #infrastructure.

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U of A unveils cutting-edge microscope to speed up medical discoveries
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 18h
Aviation education, integral to Canada’s transportation industry, is one of the programs eligible for the #Flight302LegacyAward, created in memory of the Canadian victims of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302.

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Flight 302 Legacy Award - Universities Canada
About On March 10, 2019, Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed near Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, claiming the lives of all 157 people aboard. Victims represented 35 nationalities, including 18 Canadian ci...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 18h
In partnership with @alberta.ca and PrairiesCan, @mountroyalu.bsky.social opened their new #aviation education facilities at Springbank on Oct. 2

Equipped with simulators, classrooms & hangers, the campus marks MRU’s 55 years of aviation education. ✈️

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MRU celebrating Springbank Aviation Campus grand opening | MRU
Mount Royal University's new Springbank Aviation Campus, officially opened Oct. 3, is set for takeoff thanks to partnerships between government, private philanthropy, the aviation industry, and the dedicated community of students, faculty, and staff, working together to shape the future of aviation education and meet industry demand.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 19h
A big win at @uvic.ca! With support from the @governmentofbc.bsky.social, #UVic is building a 510-bed #sustainable student residence. 🌎

Campus infrastructure is community infrastructure. Student housing eases pressures in rental markets and keeps communities affordable.

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New on-campus housing coming for upper-year and graduate students - UVic News
Support from the BC Government will help UVic realize its vision for a new, dedicated residence for upper-year undergraduate and graduate students. 
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 1d
That’s what this new partnership between the Regina Medical Staff Association and @uregina.bsky.social will deliver — expanding student learning, professional development and health-related research.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 1d
Better-trained doctors mean stronger, more responsive care for communities across Saskatchewan.

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University of Regina and Regina Medical Staff Association sign Memorandum of Agreement to enhance educational, professional, and research outcome
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 1d
Congratulations to Emily Carr University on #100YearsOfCreativity, innovation and community impact.

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For a century, ECU has shown how art, design and media education strengthen Canada’s cultural and creative economy — turning creativity into opportunity nationwide. #ECU100
ECU Celebrates a 100 Year Anniversary
Emily Carr University of Art + Design is a learning community devoted to excellence and innovation in visual arts, media arts, design and research.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 4d
#EnRappel : le président-directeur général d’@univcan.ca Gabriel Miller a publié un article dans le tout dernier numéro spécial du @hilltimes.com.

« L’#IA et l’#InformatiqueQuantique représentent la voie de l’avenir. »

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La prochaine ère de projets porteurs pour le Canada repose sur les innovations en IA et en informatique quantique - Universities Canada
Dans des laboratoires de partout au pays, des membres de la population étudiante, du milieu de la recherche et du corps professoral réalisent des avancées en matière de communications quantiques sécur...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 4d
#ICYMI @univcan.ca President Gabriel Miller was featured in @hilltimes.com’s latest policy brief.

“#AI and #quantum are the next frontier. The expertise is here — all it needs is the commitment to succeed.”

Read Gabe’s op-ed: 🔗 tinyurl.com/466v65zv
Canada's next era of nation-building depends on AI and quantum innovation - Universities Canada
In labs across the country, students, researchers and professors are driving breakthroughs in secure quantum communications, advanced materials and AI applications for health care and infrastructure.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 7d
Des bourses d’une valeur allant jusqu’à 12 000 $ chacune seront offertes pour effectuer de la recherche au Japon. Présentez votre candidature dès le 3 octobre 2025! 🇨🇦 🇯🇵
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 7d
Soutien offert à la relève en études japonaises au Canada : le concours 2026 du Fonds Tanaka est maintenant ouvert.

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Fonds Tanaka - Universities Canada
À propos Le Fonds Tanaka a été créé en 1974, à l’occasion d’un échange de cadeaux entre le gouvernement du Canada et celui du Japon. Le Canada a offert un million de dollars au Japon […]
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 7d
Supporting the next generation of Japanese studies scholars in Canada: The 2026 Tanaka Fund Program is now open for applications.

Learn more: 🔗 univcan.ca/program-scho...

Up to $12,000 available for research in Japan. Application open Oct 3, 2025. 🇨🇦 🇯🇵
Tanaka Fund Program - Universities Canada
About The Tanaka Fund was established in 1974 as the result of an exchange of gifts between the governments of Canada and Japan. Canada offered $1,000,000 to Japan to promote Canadian studies in Japan...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 15d
Congratulations to @goufv.bsky.social on being named an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus.

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This designation reflects UFV’s commitment to changemaking — strengthening communities and preparing the talent Canada needs for the future.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 15d
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition commits $1.8 million to @usask.ca's Crop Development Centre.

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This funding strengthens food security and supports Canadian agriculture through crop innovation — work made possible by the research capacity of our universities.
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USask @usask.ca · 17d
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition is investing $1.8 million over three years in the #USask Crop Development Centre to extend their core breeding agreement.
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CBRC commits $1.8 million to CDC barley breeding activities - News
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) announced today it will provide $1.8 million in funding over three years to the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Crop Development Centre (CDC), to ext...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 15d
The Coalition for Canadian Research is highlighting the importance of sustaining Budget 2024 commitments.

Together, we can continue building a stronger future for Canada through research and discovery.
Read our open letter 👇

#Coalition4CdnResearch #Budget2025
Coalition for Canadian Research highlights the importance of sustaining Budget 2024 commitments - Universities Canada
The Right Honourable Mark Carney, P.C., M.P.Prime Minister of CanadaOffice of the Prime Minister80 Wellington StreetOttawa, ON K1A 0A2 The Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, P.C., M.P.Minister of...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 15d
La Coalition canadienne pour la recherche insiste sur l’importance de respecter les engagements du budget 2024.

Ensemble, continuons de bâtir un avenir prometteur pour le pays grâce à la recherche et à la découverte.

Lisez la lettre ouverte de la Coalition 👇

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La Coalition canadienne pour la recherche souligne l’importance de donner suite aux engagements budgétaires de 2024 - Universities Canada
Le très honorable Mark Carney, C.P., députéPremier Ministre du CanadaBureau du premier ministre80, rue WellingtonOttawa (Ontario)  K1A 0A2 L’honorable François-Philippe Champagne, C.P., députéMinistre...
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 16d
Cuts to U.S. science funding highlight why Canada must protect research investments and attract and retain talent.

Universities are ready to lead. Via @hilltimes.com: tinyurl.com/529wfumu

#CdnPSE #Research
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 16d
As @univcan.ca President and CEO, Gabriel Miller writes in his @hilltimes.com op-ed, universities are already driving these innovations.

Now they need support to be leaders, plan ahead and deliver results.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · 16d
Canada’s ability to deliver on national priorities — from energy to security — depends on leadership in AI and quantum innovation. But leadership requires commitment.

For those with access, the full opinion can be read here: 🔗https://tinyurl.com/4yp5wa9t
Canada's next era of nation-building depends on AI and quantum innovation
The upcoming budget will be critical in charting this country’s course in technological growth.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · Sep 9
Cette baisse se ressent notamment dans les laboratoires universitaires, menaçant de mettre un frein à la recherche sur le cancer et aux percées en biotechnologie dont dépend le Canada.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · Sep 9
Pour l’ @ulaval.ca, la diminution des inscriptions de l’étranger a des conséquences directes sur la recherche sur le cancer et les biotechnologies.

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À peine 1100 nouveaux étudiants internationaux à l’ULaval
Les nouvelles politiques en immigration ont eu un « effet réputationnel » sur le Québec. Le recrutement d'étudiants internationaux est plus difficile.
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Universities Canada / Universités Canada @univcan.ca · Sep 9
Fewer skilled international students mean fewer talented hands in universities’ labs — slowing cancer research and stalling biotech breakthroughs Canadians depend on.
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