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11/03/2025

TRU approves guaranteed-tuition model for international students

TRU’s guaranteed-tuition model offers transparency for new students but faces backlash over fee hikes. Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University has approved a guaranteed-tuition model for international students. Under the model, which will come into effect in the Fall, international students will pay the same tuition fee each year throughout the duration of their stud... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2025/01/27/tru-approves-guaranteed-tuition-model-for-international-students/?feed_id=1700&_unique_id=67d04fff740ab

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ICECteam January 27, 2025 Canada News TRU’s guaranteed-tuition model offers transparency for new students but faces backlash over fee hikes. Thompson Rivers University   Thompson Rivers University has approved a guaranteed-tuition model for international students. Under the model, which will come...

14/11/2024

Canada reveals requirements for PGWP eligibility

The Government of Canada has revealed the new requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility for international students, which will come into force in November. Graduates from bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or PhD programs will be required to demonstrate English- or French-language proficiency by achieving a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7. Internati... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/10/20/canada-reveals-requirements-for-pgwp-eligibility/?feed_id=1695&_unique_id=673664e6adcc9

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ICECteam October 20, 2024 Canada News   The Government of Canada has revealed the new requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility for international students, which will come into force in November. Graduates from bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or PhD programs will be ...

14/11/2024

Canada reveals requirements for PGWP eligibility

The Government of Canada has revealed the new requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility for international students, which will come into force in November. Graduates from bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or PhD programs will be required to demonstrate English- or French-language proficiency by achieving a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7. Internati... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/10/20/canada-reveals-requirements-for-pgwp-eligibility/?feed_id=1690&_unique_id=673664dce72fd

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ICECteam October 20, 2024 Canada News   The Government of Canada has revealed the new requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility for international students, which will come into force in November. Graduates from bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or PhD programs will be ...

13/11/2024

UManitoba launches Strategic Research Plan 2024-29

UM Chancellor Ann Mahon, Dr.Elder Dr. Levinia Brown, UM President Michael Benarroch, Vice-President Research and International Dr. Mario Pinto and Hon. Renée Cable, Minister of Advanced Education and Training

The University of Manitoba has launched its Strategic Research Plan 2024-29. The plan provides a comprehensive roadmap highlighting seven key themes: foundations; social just... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/10/20/umanitoba-launches-strategic-research-plan-2024-29/?feed_id=1685&_unique_id=6734f03559819

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ICECteam October 20, 2024 Canada News UM Chancellor Ann Mahon, Dr.Elder Dr. Levinia Brown, UM President Michael Benarroch, Vice-President Research and International Dr. Mario Pinto and Hon. Renée Cable, Minister of Advanced Education and Training   The University of Manitoba has launched its Strat...

12/11/2024

UoGuelph launches Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering

The University of Guelph is launching an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering, which will feature a core focus on AI and machine learning. Students will be able to specialize in robotics, control and AI, or manufacturing and automation. The program is also available as a five-year co-op version. “The Mechatronics major will leverage Guelph’s unique en... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/10/28/uoguelph-launches-bachelor-of-engineering-in-mechatronics-engineering/?feed_id=1680&_unique_id=6733d6f794aed

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ICECteam October 28, 2024 Canada News   The University of Guelph is launching an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering, which will feature a core focus on AI and machine learning. Students will be able to specialize in robotics, control and AI, or manufacturing and a...

17/10/2024

QC to establish forum on AI in higher education

The Government of Québec has announced that it will establish a provincial consultation forum to address issues related to AI in higher education. This forum will include representatives from postsecondary institutions, student associations, unions, and AI experts. The forum's main goal is to develop guiding principles for the responsible, ethical, sustainable, and safe use of AI in higher edu... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/08/23/qc-to-establish-forum-on-ai-in-higher-education/?feed_id=1674&_unique_id=671150af6565f

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16/10/2024

Canada, ON invest $3.5M to bolster innovation in agri-food sector

The Government of Canada and Government of Ontario are investing an additional $3.5M into the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative to boost innovation in the agri-food sector. This round of funding will support over 100 research and innovation projects across Ontario that are focused on the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors, and agri... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/09/14/canada-on-invest-3-5m-to-bolster-innovation-in-agri-food-sector/?feed_id=1669&_unique_id=671029666276c

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16/10/2024

Bloomberg releases Best Business School Rankings 2024–25

Bloomberg has released its Best Business School Rankings for 2024-25, which assesses business schools and awards them a score out of 100 for factors such as compensation, entrepreneurship, learning, and networking. Each region was given its own ranking: The US ranking included 77 schools, the Europe ranking included 19 schools, the Asia-Pacific ranking included ni... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/09/24/bloomberg-releases-best-business-school-rankings-2024-25/?feed_id=1664&_unique_id=67102253039ba

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ICECteam September 24, 2024 Canada News       Bloomberg has released its Best Business School Rankings for 2024-25, which assesses business schools and awards them a score out of 100 for factors such as compensation, entrepreneurship, learning, and networking. Each region was given its own rankin...

25/07/2024

AB, ON partner on international credential recognition, trades certification

Minister Sawhney and Minister Piccini shaking hands after signing a Memorandum of Understanding at the McDougall Centre in Calgary on July 5. (Credit: Aspen Films)

The Government of Alberta and Government of Ontario have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on several fronts related to skilled trades certification. As part of this agreement, the ... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/07/24/ab-on-partner-on-international-credential-recognition-trades-certification/?feed_id=1659&_unique_id=66a28ba7188c9

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ICECteam July 24, 2024 Canada News, Important Notifications Minister Sawhney and Minister Piccini shaking hands after signing a Memorandum of Understanding at the McDougall Centre in Calgary on July 5. (Credit: Aspen Films)       The Government of Alberta and Government of Ontario have signed a M...

25/04/2024

UWaterloo launches no-cost climate change diploma for all graduate students

The University of Waterloo has marked Earth Day 2024 with the launch of an interdisciplinary graduate diploma in climate change that will be available at no additional cost to all of its graduate students. “Climate change is everyone’s business,” said UWaterloo Professor Daniel Scott. Master’s and doctoral students from any faculty across the university can earn the diploma by taking... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/04/25/uwaterloo-launches-no-cost-climate-change-diploma-for-all-graduate-students/?feed_id=1654&_unique_id=662a5f597d412

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ICEC April 25, 2024 Canada News, Important Notifications   The University of Waterloo has marked Earth Day 2024 with the launch of an interdisciplinary graduate diploma in climate change that will be available at no additional cost to all of its graduate students. “Climate change is everyone’s ...

25/04/2024

New pre-nursing pilot program to help Eeyou Istchee students pursue nursing at John Abbot

Thanks to a new pre-nursing pilot program, Cree students in and around Eeyou Istchee will be able to begin their education journey toward a career in nursing from home. The program is offered by the Cree School Board and Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay, who partnered to help address the nursing shortages in Eeyou Istchee and provide a pathway for Cree-... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/04/25/new-pre-nursing-pilot-program-to-help-eeyou-istchee-students-pursue-nursing-at-john-abbot/?feed_id=1652&_unique_id=662a5dde2556d

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ICEC April 25, 2024 Canada News     Thanks to a new pre-nursing pilot program, Cree students in and around Eeyou Istchee will be able to begin their education journey toward a career in nursing from home. The program is offered by the Cree School Board and Cree Board of Health and Social Services ...

25/04/2024

12 postsecondary schools rank among Canada’s Greenest Employers

Canada’s Top 100 has published the winners of its 2024 Canada’s Greenest Employers competition. The competition assesses employers from across Canada for their success in creating a culture of environmental awareness. Employers were evaluated based on factors such as environmental initiatives, success in reducing organizational footprint, and more. Twelve Canadian postsecon... https://indocanadaeducation.org/2024/04/25/12-postsecondary-schools-rank-among-canadas-greenest-employers/?feed_id=1650&_unique_id=662a5bf0d26fe

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ICEC April 25, 2024 Canada News     Canada’s Top 100 has published the winners of its 2024 Canada’s Greenest Employers competition. The competition assesses employers from across Canada for their success in creating a culture of environmental awareness. Employers were evaluated based on factor...