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Nutrition and Food Literacy Canada to host meeting at U of T’s Hart House discussing health equity and nutrition
Founder Dr. Leanne De Souza-Kenney explains why younger groups need to be aware of social justice and social determinants of health in their communities.

May Alsaigh March 4, 2024March 6, 2024

This March, the education initiative Nutrition and Food Literacy Canada will host a junior meeting with racialized elementary school students…

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Humanitarian conditions worsen in Gaza with Ramadan right around the corner
Talks of a potential ceasefire are underway after negotiators from the US, Egypt, and Qatar work together to settle a truce.

Maryam Lela March 4, 2024March 3, 2024

The stakes for a ceasefire in Gaza are higher than ever as the Islamic holy month of Ramadan quickly approaches….

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UTMSU hosts first in-person event after receiving the 2024 Pillar Sponsorship for its Black Career Pathways project
UTM’s student union has received C$5,000 in funding to better support and equip Black students with the required resources to advance their careers.

Samuel Kamalendran March 4, 2024March 7, 2024

The University of Toronto Mississauga Student Union (UTMSU) is the first student-led organization at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)…

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Voyeurism plagues U of T students once again after recent reports in St. George residence washrooms
U of T increases security measures including posting signage, installing security cameras, and upgrading fob systems at residence washrooms to combat incidents of voyeurism.

Jia Bawa March 4, 2024March 3, 2024

On February 22, students at all University of Toronto (U of T) campuses received a mass email indicating new reports…

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Canada places a two-year cap on the number of international students accepted into Canadian institutions
Various stakeholders are concerned with the impacts of the cap while others are in favour.

Samuel Kamalendran February 26, 2024February 25, 2024

On January 22, the Honourable Marc Miller, Federal Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship announced a temporary two-year cap on…

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Ontario’s One Fare program marks the future of the province’s public transportation system
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the One Fare program provides commuters with “real, tangible relief.”

May Alsaigh February 26, 2024February 26, 2024

Starting February 26, public transit riders in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) will only have to pay once when moving…

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Students are concerned as a new Canadian report outlines the rising cost of food since last year
Items like fruit juice lead the increase with a 17.5 per cent jump from last year.

Karine Alhakim February 26, 2024February 25, 2024

The increase in food costs is becoming a burden for many Canadians, including students who are already grappling with the…

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Yana Chopde February 26, 2024February 26, 2024

Ontario pledges C$97 million to Toronto for the 2026 FIFA World Cup On Thursday, February 1, a letter from Ontario…

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Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre: A “collaborative and supportive haven” for students
Writing instructors explain the benefits of seeking writing support at UTM.

Yusuf Larizza-Ali February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) offers a wealth of resources to assist students with their assignments, writing skills, and…

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Recent study reveals ground-breaking research on the link between romantic love and the brain’s behavioural activation system
Dr. Adam Bode and Dr. Phillip Sean Kavanagh unveil their findings on how the human brain correlates with romantic love in the scholarly journal, Behavioral Sciences.

Dishika Vaswani February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

Published in November 2023, a joint study from the Australian National University, the University of Canberra, and the University of…

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Rising costs place inflationary pressure on Canadian consumers and firms this Valentine’s Day
A 2024 Canadian survey reveals less than half of Canadians intend on celebrating Valentine’s Day this year, which is nine per cent less than last year.

Samuel Kamalendran February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

This year, the rising cost of inflation is taking a toll on Canadian spending habits, especially this Valentine’s Day season….

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Love in the digital age: examining social media’s impact on Valentine’s Day

Karine Alhakim February 12, 2024February 12, 2024

Valentine’s Day has become a lucrative opportunity for businesses, both big and small, thanks to the rise of digital marketing…

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Mississauga encampment residents say the government has failed them after surviving January’s coldest night
Overflowing shelters, anti-homeless architecture, and violence are among the many challenges encampment residents face.

Karine Alhakim February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

In light of last month’s dangerously cold temperatures, Ontario encampment residents—including ones in Mississauga—are calling on the government for urgent…

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Recent tweet by Elmo represents a major mental health crisis not just for Americans but worldwide
What seemed to be an innocent wellness check by everyone’s favourite muppet turned into a mass online trauma dumping session.

Arjun Saini February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

On January 29, Sesame Street’s beloved muppet character, Elmo, checked in with his fans on X, formerly Twitter, not realizing…

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U of T receives nearly four million for ongoing sustainable building project
The Academic Wood Tower, Canada’s soon-to-be tallest academic timber building, is starting to take shape after more than two years of construction.

Samuel Kamalendran February 5, 2024February 5, 2024

On January 18, the University of Toronto (U of T) received a C$3.9 million grant for the ongoing construction of…

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