Canadians believe pro-Palestinian protests likely won’t change institutions, government stance on Israel, survey shows
A new survey says pro-Palestinian protests won't change government's position on Israel.
OCDSB grad change allows ‘moment of glory’ for more students, student trustee says
The OCDSB’s proposed makeover of spring graduation into a commencement ceremony would extend the celebration of achievement to students who are not graduating yet with their high school diploma.
Canada seeing a competitive job market even STEM grads can’t escape
Recent grads in engineering and STEM are facing a competitive and evolving job market.
Ontario, Ottawa school boards move to cancel classes for April 8 solar eclipse
As Ontario’s first total solar eclipse in over 40 years looms, school boards across the province are cancelling classes or debating whether to do so on the day of the solar phenomenon, a cautious measure to protect the safety of students from potential eye damage. An eclipse occurs when the moon is positioned perfectly between the Earth and the sun,...
CUSA fights visa cap, while minister insists international students mustn’t end up ‘slinging pizzas’
The battle lines are drawn over the recently announced cap on International student visas.
Some immigration consultants for international students say federal cap on visas necessary to bring order to system
While students and learning institutions are concerned about the visa cap, one industry feels it is necessary to combat serious issues.
Campus art exhibit highlights Sexual Assault Awareness Week at Carleton
An art exhibit at Carleton University advocates for sexual assault awareness and support for victims.
Zero-waste basketball day gets campus recycling race started at Carleton
This year, Carleton and uOttawa will compete in the national capital to divert waste from the landfill.
Housing costs keeping many young adults living with parents
Young people across the country are feeling the pinch of the affordability crisis. While some have found ways around it, many are reshaping their idea of young adulthood due to rising cost pressure.
The student dilemma: Pay more and live close to campus or pay less and commute
As rents continue to climb in Ottawa, many students are struggling to find a compromise between living close to school and finding a unit that's affordable. But with so many students competing for rentals, that balancing act is getting harder.
City builder: Ottawa’s Kate Heartfield finds inspiration in curious places
Ottawa's Kate Heartfield is an award-winning fantasy author and a former journalist at the Ottawa Citizen.
New colouring book helps people have fun while learning about the human brain
A new colouring book offers an accessible way to learn about the human brain and the importance of keeping it healthy.