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April 10, 2026 | Vincent Rigby weighs in on renewed debate over whether Canada should expand its foreign intelligence capabilities following the release of an internal CSIS memo. He notes that shifting geopolitical dynamics, including strained relations with key allies, make it timely to revisit how Canada gathers intelligence abroad. Rigby calls for a comprehensive review and public debate on the issue and emphasizes the need to define what role a Canadian foreign intelligence service should play while balancing effectiveness with accountability and oversight.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

鶹ýվ has officially opened a new teaching greenhouse and advanced plant phenotyping facilities at its Macdonald Campus, marking a major investment in climate-focused agricultural education and research. Designed for hands-on undergraduate and graduate training, the sustainable greenhouse features controlled growing bays, teaching labs, tissue culture facilities and classrooms, giving students direct experience with modern, climate-smart production systems.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

鶹ýվ’s annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) and Ma thèse en 180 secondes (MT180) competitions showcased the diversity of graduate research, with finalists presenting complex topics in just three minutes to a general audience. Held on April 1 at the Faculty Club, the event highlighted research ranging from neuroscience and mental health to musicology and ecology.

Classified as: 3MT Competition
Published on: 13 Apr 2026

In an election that brought a record-high turnout, Viktor Orbán, Hungary’s prime minister for the last 16 years, was defeated Sunday by Péter Magyar, leader of the country’s centre-right, pro-European Union Tisza Party.

This change could have important repercussions for Hungary as well as for Europe.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

An estimated 254,100 Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer and 87,900 will die from the disease in 2026, according to new modelling published in the . Lung cancer remains the deadliest form overall, with concerning projected increases in several other types, including cervical cancer.

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Published on: 13 Apr 2026

Non-affirming religious doctrine may engender internalized homophobia or transphobia among LGBTQIA+ people of faith, undermining the positive mental health outcomes otherwise associated with religiosity and spirituality, a 鶹ýվ study has found.

Classified as: Faculty of Education, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology
Published on: 13 Apr 2026

Update (April 13, 2026): This issue is now resolved.

Original announcement (published Friday, April 10, 2026): 鶹ýվ websites are loading very slowly for users off campus due to a technical issue. 鶹ýվ users are advised to use the until this is resolved.

We thank you for your patience.

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Published on: 10 Apr 2026

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The Schulich School of Music of 鶹ýվ has retained its position as the top music and performing arts institution in Canada, according to the QS World University Rankings, released on March 25, 2026.

Published on: 10 Apr 2026

European non-profit AI Forensicsthis week on how massive, organizedusernetworks are spreading and monetizing non-consensual intimate images, including child sexual abuse material, onapopularprivate messaging app.The report, whichfocusedoncross-bordernetworks in Italy and Spain,also notes that content circulates acrossseveralwell-knownplatforms.

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Classified as: Emmanuelle Vaast, Gender-based violence, technology, platform governance, online privacy
Published on: 10 Apr 2026

AReNA is launching a series offree webinarsdedicated toRNA therapies, spotlighting leading international companies to fuel innovation, inspire the local ecosystem, and create tangible collaboration opportunities.

The first webinar in this series focuses on one of the field’s most critical challenges:biomanufacturing.

Reinventing RNA biofabrication : fermentation, innovative vectors and new-generation delivery

Tuesday, April 24 from8:30 to 9:30 am, three companies present disruptive biofabrication technologies.

Published on: 10 Apr 2026

To all Finance users,

The month of March 2026 is closed. You may pick up your Minerva Financial Statements by logging into Minerva via

This link will bring you directly to the Finance (Fund) Administration Menu >> Financial Statements menu option.

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Published on: 10 Apr 2026

鶹ýվ has mandated Construction Bralteck Inc. to carry out Project 17-175 at the McIntyre Medical Building. The project involves the renovation of tissue culture laboratories located in rooms 1138 to 1143.

The work focuses on upgrading ventilation systems to address existing deficiencies and ensure compliance with current standards, as well as implementing minor laboratory modifications identified by Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).

Classified as: Laboratory renovations, Downtown campus, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McIntyre Medical Building
Published on: 9 Apr 2026

Young people care about the world that they live inand students at Desautelsdon'tjustsit back whenthey'retroubled by what they see, theywant to take responsibility, Sabine Dhir told CBC Television News.The Integrated Management Student Fellowship (IMSF) program helps them dojust that.An experiential leadership development opportunity offered through the BCom program,the IMSFit is designed for

Classified as: Sabine Dhir, Strategy and Organization, Integrated Management Student Fellowship (IMSF)
Published on: 9 Apr 2026

Microbial methane leaking from non-producing oil and gas wells is being emitted at rates about 1,000 times higher than previously estimated, according to a new study led by 鶹ýվ researchers.

Classified as: Mary Kang, Gianni Micucci, Oil and gas, orphaned oil and gas wells, methane emissions
Published on: 9 Apr 2026

We are deeply saddened to share the news of the recent passing of our dear colleague, Dr. Mortimer Levy on Monday, April 6, 2026. Below is a link to his obituary.

Classified as: dept. of physiology
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Published on: 9 Apr 2026

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