Razia Saleh

Staff Writer (Volume 49); Associate News Editor (Volume 48) — Razia Saleh is currently completing a Biology degree at UTM. She has been involved with The Medium since 2020 as a contributor and continued to write for The Medium as an Associate News Editor during Volume 48. She hopes that her experience as a writer with The Medium will help her contribute to society's efforts to provide authentic and factual journalistic media to educate her readers. She hopes to take her interest in ongoing research within the scientific field and explore ways to share it with others through this platform. In her spare time, she paints natural landscapes inspired by her travels and enjoy a few live concerts throughout the year. You can connect with her on Linkedin.

News

Will increasing the industrial carbon tax reduce carbon emissions?
The Ontario government proposes to increase carbon tax for industries in alignment with federal benchmarks and initiatives, though it remains unsupportive of a federally-imposed price on carbon.

Razia Saleh November 14, 2022November 14, 2022

In the summer of 2022, the Ontario government released its proposed amendments of the Emissions Performance Standard (EPS) program for…

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Canada to introduce a suicide crisis line November 2023 to address mental health crisis
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a surge in suicidal ideation among Canadian adults, highlighting the need for more mental health support and resources in the nation.

Razia Saleh October 17, 2022October 17, 2022

On August 31, 2022, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will be using 9-8-8 as an…

News

Overcrowded buses and a reduced schedule a concern for UTM commuters
As MiWay services become unreliable, the UTMSU lobbies for action against the transit provider and the UTM administration to improve bus services for students.

Razia Saleh October 3, 2022October 3, 2022

As the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) makes a full return to in-person learning, late and overcrowded busses have become…

News

U of T holds symposium to address inequity in Indigenous healthcare
The Indigenizing Health Symposium returns this year to raise awareness and discuss inequalities faced by Indigenous Peoples in healthcare.

Razia Saleh September 26, 2022September 26, 2022

In a report by Statistics Canada released on August 30, 2022, chronic conditions were more prevalent among First Nations Peoples…

News

Classes commence with no mask mandate at U of T
Students have mixed opinions about university administration terminating one of the few remaining protocols safeguarding public health.

Razia Saleh September 19, 2022September 19, 2022

In a statement on July 28, U of T announced the removal of mask requirements for students, staff, and faculty…

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U of T ranks 22nd for the second consecutive year on the “2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities”
Students share their opinions on U of T’s prestige and explore the impact of the institution’s ranking on their learning experience.

Razia Saleh September 5, 2022September 5, 2022

The University of Toronto stands in 22nd place on ShanghaiRanking Consultancy’s 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities, maintaining the same…

News Briefs

March News Briefs

Razia Saleh March 28, 2022March 28, 2022

U of T plans for its first in-person convocation after Covid-19 As the Ontario government continues to loosen restrictions, universities…

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U of T implements free menstrual hygiene products for students

Razia Saleh March 21, 2022March 21, 2022

Last year, the Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, announced that the Ontario government will provide schools with free menstrual products…

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Ontario announces end of vaccine passport
After announcing the removal of vaccine mandates, Premier Doug Ford also hopes for the end of mask restrictions by the end of March.

Razia Saleh March 7, 2022March 7, 2022

On February 14, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the possible end of the vaccine passport, giving citizens the freedom to…

News

An overview of the ongoing trucker protest in the Ottawa and Toronto regions
Violent incidents are taking a toll on Ottawa and Toronto residents as the province sees an increase in trucker protests.

Razia Saleh February 28, 2022February 28, 2022

Over the past few weeks, Ottawa has been involuntarily hosting truck protestors with the desire to remove the Covid-19 vaccine…

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The Ontario School Board releases framework to protect students against sex trafficking
The Ministry of Education has created a mandate to ensure students are protected against sex trafficking in all school boards in Ontario.

Razia Saleh February 14, 2022February 14, 2022

On January 31, the Ministry of Education announced a protocol against sex trafficking for all school boards. The new mandate…

News

CSSDP at U of T invites students to discuss functions of campus police
Dr. Rinaldo Walcott introduces students to the hidden problems of the campus police system and the history behind policing.

Razia Saleh February 7, 2022February 7, 2022

On January 24, U of T’s Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy (CSSDP) held their first session towards their goal…

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UTM organizes a virtual meeting to celebrate the Annual Research Prize Symposium
Four UTM recipients gather to share a few words after being awarded for their contributions in the Humanities, Sciences and Social Sciences departments.

Razia Saleh January 31, 2022January 31, 2022

On January 24, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) held its annual Research Prize Symposium celebrating professors’ contributions to research…