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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, 2023May 23, 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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The Covid-19 pandemic and its effect on downtown vitality
A U of T research team leads study regarding the levels of activity in downtown areas across North America following the pandemic, discovering varying recovery rates among cities.

Kennealy Nolan January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

During the pandemic, researchers from U of T’s School of Cities (SofC) conducted a study on impact of the Covid-19…

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Changing the world with data sciences
The Data Sciences Institute at UTM has organized several events to discuss data analysis findings and to introduce students to the world of data sciences, a wide-reaching and multidisciplinary field of study.

Larry Lau January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

“As we live in an increasingly data connected world, whether we realize it or not, data actually drives a lot…

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Canada’s new foreign-buyer ban: Will it really solve the country’s housing crisis?
Critics question the effectiveness of banning foreigners from purchasing homes in Canada, calling it “political theatre.”

Maryam Lela January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

Beginning on January 1, 2023, the Canadian government enforced a two-year ban prohibiting certain foreign home buyers from buying houses…

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Alarming report reveals antisemitism at U of T
Dr. Ayelet Kuper reflects on antisemitic behaviour she experienced at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, stating that work must be done to address antisemitism.

Larry Lau January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

On December 5, 2022, Dr. Ayelet Kuper, the associate director of Faculty Affairs at U of T and former senior…

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Ontario Government appeals for reinstating Bill 124
In November 2022, a judge had ruled Bill 124—which caps wages increases for public sector workers—unconstitutional, a ruling that the Ontario government is now appealing.

Sukaina Rizvi January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

The Ontario government is currently appealing a court decision made on November 29, 2022, that abolished Bill 124. The Protecting…

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Peel Regional Police issue warning regarding the ongoing fraud pandemic
The police warn Peel Region residents of scammers posing as pizza delivery drivers—a newly reported fraud that joined the wave of scams in wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Emily Rogers January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

The Peel Regional Police is warning residents of scammers who are posing as food delivery drivers to steal banking information…

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U of T launches new strategic plan to foster international student success
U of T hosted a virtual panel discussing the International Strategic Plan 2022-2027, which outlines initiatives all three campuses are implementing to ensure inclusion of international students in the community’s success.

Angelina Jaya Siew January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

Recently, U of T published the International Strategic Plan 2022-2027, which proposes ways to improve programs and activities offered by…

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Virtual Reality: A game changer in language acquisition
UTM hosts a VR program to teach English as a second language to immigrants.

Shreya Joshi January 9, 2023January 19, 2023

For many Canadian immigrants, language is a major barrier in one’s ability to culturally integrate into society. In Canada, a…

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