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Investing into a sustainable and resilient future for Mississauga
The City of Mississauga’s 2023-2026 Business Plan and 2023 Budget focuses on maintaining and improving infrastructure, with numerous projects planned or in progress.

Emily Prete February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Between January 23, 2023, and February 1, 2023, the Mississauga City Council gathered to discuss the City of Mississauga’s 2023…

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Reevaluating the University-Mandated Leave of Absence Policy
Professor Sandy Welsh discusses the proposed revisions and renaming of the UMLAP—a policy that allows U of T to forcibly place students on leave—to reinforce the policy’s purpose of offering compassionate support to students under distress.

Angelina Jaya Siew February 6, 2023

On January 24, 2023, Professor Sandy Welsh, vice provost of students, presented revisions to be made to the University-Mandated Leave…

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Back-to-Business: Upcoming merger of Rogers and Shaw yields collusion concerns

Emily Rogers February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Anyone living in Canada is familiar with the names Telus, Bell, and Rogers: the three major cell service carriers. While…

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Canada’s cybersecurity agency rethinks guidelines as concerns over TikTok’s security threats grow
TikTok is currently facing allegations of excessive data harvesting and privacy violations, spurring government regulators to closely monitor the popular social media app.

Mihail Cubata February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Recently, Canada’s Communications Security Establishment (CSE) has been warning Canadians about sharing data online—a move that comes after the Chinese-owned…

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How the UTM Project Management Office will support students
The new Project Management Office at UTM serves to improve efficiency and transparency of projects and initiatives at UTM, while offering students opportunities to learn about project management.

Razia Saleh February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

On November 23, 2022, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Principal Alexandra Gillespie announced the launch of the Project Management Office…

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Former mayor of Mississauga Hazel McCallion passes away
Hazel McCallion—lovingly referred to by many as Hurricane Hazel—passed away on January 29, 2023, leaving behind today’s Mississauga as a testament of her dedication, determination, and legacy.

Larry Lau February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

On the morning of January 29, 2023, Hazel McCallion, the City of Mississauga’s first female mayor, passed away at the…

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Professor Charmaine C. Williams appointed as Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work
Professor Williams speaks on her new appointment as Dean of the FIFSW, her research on health equity for minority groups, and the inequalities faced by Black students and academics.

Kathleen Xu January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

On January 1, 2023, Professor Charmaine C. Williams started a five-year term as Dean of the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social…

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Canada Black Owned Marketplace makes strides in the retail industry
CEO Janice Pancho, highlights the importance of Black representation in retail and shares the organization’s successes, challenges, and future goals.

Angelina Jaya Siew January 30, 2023February 6, 2023

The Canada Black Owned Marketplace is an e-commerce and in-person platform that sells products and goods from Black-owned vendors. Established…

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Black STEMM scholars take centre stage at BE-STEMM 2023
From February 1-4, 2023, the University of Toronto Scarborough will be hosting the Canadian Black Scientist Network’s BE-STEMM 2023 conference—an event aiming to create a welcoming and uplifting environment for Black individuals in STEMM fields.

Emily Rogers January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

In July 2020, a small team of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine and Health (STEMM) professionals gathered to address the…

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Recognizing Black stories and history at UTM
The International Education Centre prepares to celebrate Black History Month as it rolls out honorary and informative events for the UTM community.

Mariana Dominguez Rodriguez January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

During Black History Month, in Canada, we recognize the legacies of the Black communities who have contributed to creating a…

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“Black Royalty”: UTM’s association-led Black History Month celebration theme
The UTMSU and various Black student clubs will be organizing numerous events to celebrate Black History Month, focusing on “triumph” over “struggles.”

Lily Yu January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

With Black History Month in February, the Black History Month Committee—consisting of members from the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’…

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The U-Pass goes digital
Starting in the upcoming summer semester, the U-Pass program will introduce digital passes, which will more accurately track ridership data and eliminate the need to charge lost card replacement fees.

Emily Prete January 23, 2023January 30, 2023

In a general committee meeting on January 11, 2023, the Mississauga City Council provided their unanimous consent to a two-year…

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UTM approves proposal for a minor in Global Leadership
The Department of Language Studies at UTM will be providing students opportunities to develop leadership skills and explore global challenges through a newly approved program.

Angelina Jaya Siew January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

On January 11, 2023, in a University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Academic Affairs Committee meeting, Associate Dean, Academic Programs, Marc…

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Food prices skyrocket, and Canadians are struggling to keep up
Due to supply chain disruptions, war, and other economic pressures, food prices have increased and are causing food security concern among Canadians.

Mihail Cubata January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

A November 2022 poll run by market research firm Ipsos found that 53 per cent of Canadians are worried about…

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Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023: The Year of the Rabbit
UTM students chime in on what it means to celebrate Chinese New Year, highlighting elements of family reunion and relaxation during the Chinese festival.

Shreya Joshi January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

Weeks after the Gregorian calendar saw global celebrations and rejoice, people gathered on January 22, 2023, to celebrate Chinese New…

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