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Environmental scientist ‘Kristal Ocean’ leads youth activism against plastic pollution

February 23, 2023

Kristal Ambrose, also known as ‘Kristal Ocean,’ has taken an unusual path in marine sciences – she was a...

February 23, 2023
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Canada-in-Asia Conference Arrives in Singapore February 21-23, 2023

February 14, 2023

The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada and Universities Canada are excited to announce this inaugural event.

February 14, 2023
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Queen Elizabeth Scholarship inspires theatre scholar to build research career in Canada

February 14, 2023

Taiwo’s community engagement activities included collaborating with a faith-based organization on refugee advocacy and facilitating theatre activities with residents...

February 14, 2023
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Advancing studies and research through the Queen Elizabeth Scholars program

January 09, 2023

Queen Elizabeth Scholar Grace Xiaoxi Zhou talks about her placement in population and public health in Australia.

January 09, 2023
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QES: A life-changing experience

January 09, 2023

Queen Elizabeth Scholar Emily LeRoux talks about her placement at a school in Uganda.

January 09, 2023
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Building engaged, global citizens through academic diplomacy

December 08, 2022

Oluwayemisi Olugboji talks about his research and community engagement experiences as a Queen Elizabeth Scholar at the University of...

December 08, 2022
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Canada must get its house in order, or risk losing the global fight for talent

December 07, 2022

This op-ed was published by the Toronto Star December 7, 2022 Philip Steenkamp is chair of Universities Canada’s international...

December 07, 2022
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New Canadian scholarship program addresses inequality in developing countries

November 21, 2022

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Saturday the launch of the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 program.

November 21, 2022
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International Education Week a reminder that study permit delays are hurting Canada

November 16, 2022

Universities are celebrating international students and recognizing their key role in keeping Canada competitive in a global, green and...

November 16, 2022
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Johnston: Let’s boost international education for Canadian students

November 14, 2022

This op-ed was published by the Ottawa Citizen, November 14, 2022 By the Right Honourable David Johnston Former Governor...

November 14, 2022

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