News

Panic arises as Trudeau considers banning international student flights arriving in Ontario
Canadian government bans flights from countries including Morocco and India preventing international students from in-person classes.

Shreya Joshi October 4, 2021February 7, 2022

Over the past year, there has been increased tension between the government and universities regarding regulations for international student flights….

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Mental Health Week in review
The Health and Counseling Centre provides students with various resources and programs to overcome academic and personal challenges.

Razia Saleh October 4, 2021October 4, 2021

For this year’s mental health week, the University of Toronto is advocating for multiple mental health resources being made available…

News Briefs

September News Briefs

May Alsaigh October 4, 2021October 20, 2021

Authorities searching for woman who allegedly stole U of T truck Toronto police are searching for a woman who has…

UTMSU

Striving for academic excellence and student change
The UTMSU will be organizing numerous events in the upcoming weeks focusing on important student initiatives such as their Education For All campaign.

Larry Lau October 4, 2021October 4, 2021

While students prepare for upcoming midterms, members of the UTMSU have also been hard at work, organizing a variety of…

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Canada welcomes Afghan refugees amid troubling humanitarian crises
Immigration programs, non-profit organizations, and individuals provide financial support to Afghan refugees arriving in Canada.

Shreya Joshi September 27, 2021February 7, 2022

Earlier this August, the Taliban took over the country of Afghanistan after nearly two decades of war. Today, the Taliban…

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Orange Shirt Day at U of T in support of Indigenous communities
Hart House, UTM Indigenous Centre, and First Nations House host various virtual and in-person events to provide support for Indigenous communities.

Hema Ramnarine September 27, 2021December 10, 2021

This Thursday, U of T will join millions of Canadians in recognizing Orange Shirt Day. Occurring annually on September 30,…

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A review of the University-Mandated Leave of Absence Policy
Professor Donald Ainslie highlights policy objectives and discusses the impacts students have faced in the past.

Razia Saleh September 27, 2021September 27, 2021

On September 23, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) hosted its first town hall meeting of the fall session to…

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The Dundas Bus Rapid Transit Project introduces new transportation plans for the future of the GTA
Metrolinx highlights key prospects and considerations while addressing the public’s associated concerns.

Larry Lau September 27, 2021September 27, 2021

As the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) continues to increase in population, growing employment opportunities and rapid urban development has raised…

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What students can expect after a third win by Trudeau’s Liberal Party
The 2021 budget for education provides various financial resources to support students in paying their tuition and finding work post-graduation.

Anjalli Becharbhai September 27, 2021November 16, 2021

Last Tuesday, September 21, it was announced that Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party secured a third victory in this year’s snap…

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UTMSU informs students what to expect for the new school year
President Mitra Yakubi announces new events and campaigns for students while also continuing ones from previous years.

May Alsaigh September 20, 2021September 20, 2021

Following another year of the pandemic, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) presents new campaigns, reintroduces previous projects,…