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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 17, 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 13, 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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