Four undergraduate and six graduate students have been awarded the Lillian Meighen Wright Scholarship, recognizing academic excellence, leadership and growing contributions to maternal and child health research. The scholarship is awarded to Faculty of Health students who demonstrate excellence in interdisciplinary education and research in the field of maternal and child health. The 2026 recipients […]
When Ida Fazeli graduated with a bachelor of science in molecular biology, she weighed a decision many students face: whether to continue studies in science, pursue a business degree or enter the workforce and gain the industry experience she craved. 91ÑÇɫ’s Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM) program provided an answer. One of a kind in Canada, […]
The Robert J. Tiffin Student Leadership Award recognizes students who go above and beyond in contributing to the growth, development and vitality of 91ÑÇÉ«. Established in 2012, the award is named after Robert J. Tiffin, who served as 91ÑÇɫ’s vice-president of students for nine years. Through his strong leadership, dedication and integrity, Tiffin transformed […]
Transgender and gender-diverse Canadians are more likely to face housing insecurity than their cisgender peers, according to new research led by 91ÑÇÉ«. Published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, the study provides the first population-level evidence of these disparities using national census data. “Housing is one of those core human rights we often […]
For decades, the Jane-Finch neighbourhood has been in media headlines that focus on crime and poverty. But 91ÑÇÉ« alumni are helping rewrite that narrative through education, mentorship and community investment. Two graduates, Talisha Ramsaroop and Krystle Skeete, who are former residents of the Jane-Finch community, are leading efforts to empower youth and strengthen ties […]
91ÑÇÉ« researchers are working to make invisible air pollution visible through an innovative project that merges art, science and engineering. Focusing on the threats of airborne black carbon—a pollutant resulting from vehicle exhaust and wildfire smoke—the team will create wearable technology that detects these harmful emissions in real time. With the World Health Organization […]
The Hellenic Heritage Foundation Greek Canadian Archives (HHFGCA) at 91ÑÇÉ« has created an innovative map that advances a more comprehensive history of Greek Canadians in Toronto and their businesses. Since 2021, the HHFGCA project has been working to preserve the history and memories of Greek Canadians, with a particular focus on those who were […]
Opportunities to use media and arts as a catalyst for change in 91ÑÇɫ’s Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change (EUC) will be significantly enhanced through the newly renovated Wild Garden Media Centre. Located in the Health, Nursing and Environmental Studies building at the Keele Campus, the centre supports faculty, graduate students and students in […]
On March 8, people around the world will celebrate the contributions of girls and women, giving focus to issues such as gender equality, gender-based violence and violations, and reproductive justice. 91ÑÇÉ« has a long-standing reputation for its leadership in gender equality scholarship and research. The collective efforts of our students, faculty, course instructors, staff […]
In the quiet paddocks of her 22.5-acre farm, Lyndsey McKeown offers a therapeutic experience that is deeply personal and grounded in nature. Instead of sitting across from a therapist in a clinical setting, her clients interact with miniature donkeys, spend time with retired racehorses, or share reflective moments with Trillium, a retired Toronto Police Service […]