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The 2023 Ontario Liberal Party Leadership Elections
Candidates Bonnie Crombie, Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Ted Hsu, and Yasir Naqvi race to garner the support of Ontario Liberal Party voters through campaigns and debates.

Razia Saleh October 9, 2023October 11, 2023

On September 14 and October 1, the first and second 2023 Ontario Liberal Party Leadership Election debates were held in…

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Moving homes just got a lot more expensive
The average rent for tenants who have been living in their homes for less than a year is significantly higher than for long-term renters.

Aidan Thompson October 9, 2023January 2, 2024

An analysis report recently published by Statistics Canada revealed that tenants who had moved into their current home within the…

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Kim Jong-un’s Russia visit sparks worries over secret deals
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's recent visit to Russia amid the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War has triggered US concerns, with allegations of undisclosed agreements between the two nations springing up.

Karine Alhakim October 9, 2023February 21, 2025

On February 24, 2022, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, under Vladimir Putin’s directive, plunged the world into a crisis that persists…

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UTM raises Tipi and Teaching Lodge for placemaking and reconciliation
The newly raised Tipi and Teaching Lodge at UTM will serve as a location for gatherings, ceremonies, and learning.

Shreya Joshi October 3, 2023December 4, 2023

On the morning of September 13, 2023, the Tipi and Teaching Lodge was raised on Principal’s Road at the University…

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Larry Lau October 3, 2023October 11, 2023

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation across Canada As we came together to commemorate the National Day for Truth and…

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U of T commemorates the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
U of T hosted a commemorative event for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, with both in-person and online attendance options.

Vanessa Bogacki October 3, 2023February 21, 2025

On September 30, we all came together as a nation to remember the many Indigenous children who were forcefully removed…

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Canada’s Indigenous communities left vulnerable by Meta’s news content block
Bill C-18, the Online News Act, is severely curtailing the Indigenous peoples’ primary source of potentially lifesaving information in times of emergencies.

Angelina Jaya Siew October 3, 2023October 11, 2023

Bill C-18—the Online News Act—received royal assent on June 22, 2023, and will take full effect by December 19, 2023….

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UTMSU Fall By-election voting begins soon
The UTMSU will be holding its Fall By-election to elect representatives for the Board of Directors, who will meet monthly to contribute to the UTMSU’s future initiatives.

Hannah Grace Wang October 3, 2023October 11, 2023

The 2023 University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) Fall By-Election will be taking place from October 3 to 5….

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Looking for employment opportunities? The Get Hired Fair’s got you covered!
The upcoming Get Hired Fair is a great opportunity for all students to connect with employers and learn about what can make them stronger job candidates.

Mashiyat Ahmed September 18, 2023February 21, 2025

Being an undergraduate student can seem overwhelming at times, as everyone deals with unique challenges as they navigate academics, employment,…

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Navigating the potential new wave of Covid-19
As the fall semester begins and viral loads in wastewater tests rise, experts weigh in on the implications of the new BA.2.86 variant of Covid-19.

Karine Alhakim September 18, 2023February 21, 2025

As summer gives way to fall, a sense of déjà vu is settling in the air. Hospitalization numbers related to…

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Exploring the meaning of data via the Data Sciences Institute Research Day 2023
Through participating in Research Day 2023, students will have the opportunity to network and connect with data science researchers.

Razia Saleh September 18, 2023September 18, 2023

On September 27, 2023, the Data Sciences Institute (DSI) will host its first Data Science Research Day for students. The…

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SpinUp—the new wet lab incubator to foster scientific entrepreneurship
Between September 14 and October 31, 2023, aspiring science entrepreneurs can apply to SpinUp—an incubator that provides affordable wet lab research space and supportive programming.

Larry Lau September 18, 2023November 21, 2023

On September 14, 2023, SpinUp, the University of Toronto Mississauga’s (UTM) pioneer wet lab start-up incubator opened applications to science…

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The Peel Region to be dissolved into independent municipalities
After the passing of the Hazel McCallion Act, Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon are on the way to becoming independent municipalities, leaving political, financial, and societal disputes in their wake.

Angelina Jaya Siew September 18, 2023September 18, 2023

The late Hazel McCallion, former Mayor of Mississauga from 1978 to 2014, actively campaigned for Mississauga to become independent of…

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Navigating Canada’s housing crisis and student dreams
Canada grapples with a housing crisis, prompting discussions about imposing limits on international student intake.

Karine Alhakim September 17, 2023February 21, 2025

Canada is currently facing a housing crisis that has prompted the federal government to consider imposing a limit on the…

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Everything students should know about the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair
UTM’s Graduate and Professional Schools Fair is here to help students understand graduate schools’ expectations and build successful applications for their future educational pathways.

Mashiyat Ahmed September 17, 2023February 21, 2025

As the winter months approach, many students at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) are thinking about building and refining…

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