The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada said it is delighted by the Government of Canada’s announcement of increased cooperation with Brazil in the areas of higher education research and innovation. The association said Brazil is a country of priority for Canadian universities and that it is making making concerted efforts to improve bilateral … Read more
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada launched an Election 2011 website. The site outlines and will also keep an eye on the priority issues for universities during the federal election campaign. The AUCC said they want candidates and parties to commit to investing in universities to help and prepare young Canadians to become … Read more
The association welcomes the announcement of an extension of the deadline for completion of college infrastructure projects funded under the Knowledge Infrastructure Program (KIP). Call 613-746-2222 ext. 3116.
The association, in partnership with the Association of African Universities, announced $2.2 million to advance universities' role in the development of a more prosperous Africa. The full release is available online. Call 709-864-8287.
The largest delegation of Canadian university presidents ever to travel abroad begins a seven-day mission in India on November 8. The group will forge mutually beneficial links between Canada and one of the world’s most dynamic economies. The visit is organized by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada and includes 15 presidents from … Read more
The number of international students enrolled in Canadian universities increased 10 percent this year: a trend that enriches the learning experience for Canadian students, builds global links for Canada and generates economic activity in communities across the country. The full release is available online. Call 613-563-3961 ext. 306.
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada released Foundations for Education, a brochure offering a snapshot of transformations taking place on university campuses across the country. The full release is available online. Call 613-563-3961 ext. 229.
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada said it welcomes the announcement on the composition and mandate of the Research and Development Review Expert Panel. The full release is available online. Call 613-563-3961 ext. 229.
Canada's universities released new data that underscores the transformative power of education for Aboriginal Canadians and the urgent demographic need to improve access to university for Aboriginal Canadians. Association president Paul Davidson says “Improving access to education for Aboriginal Canadians has tremendous potential for improving their lives, their families, their communities, and for helping to … Read more
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada views increased Aboriginal access, participation and success in higher education a national priority, and joins Aboriginal stakeholders in calling for increased action to achieve these goals. Call 613-563-3961 x288.
