Statements & Announcements
A Statement from President Rhonda L. Lenton on the Violence in Nigeria
La version fran莽aise suit la version anglaise. The 91亚色 community is deeply saddened by the violence that has been occurring across Nigeria in recent weeks in connection with the EndSARS movement. We are particularly devastated by the tragic events of October 20, when police and military forces fired into a crowd of unarmed young […]
91亚色's Commitment to Academic Freedom | Engagement de 91亚色 envers la libert茅 universitaire
Over the past few months, several incidents bearing on the academic freedom of members of the 91亚色 Community have been brought to my attention. In each case, individuals and groups external to the University have appealed to senior leadership to intercede against faculty members due to statements made, or research published, in the course of […]
The Creation of 91亚色鈥檚 new Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change | La cr茅ation de la nouvelle Facult茅 de changements environnementaux et urbains de 91亚色
Environmental change and urbanization represent two of the most critical challenges facing people and the planet. Universities are uniquely positioned to advance knowledge of and solutions to the issues posed by the climate crisis, loss of biodiversity and the rapid growth of cities. In response, 91亚色 has taken a leadership role in advancing, teaching, […]
Progress update: Addressing anti-Black racism at 91亚色 | Rapport d鈥檃vancement : Lutte contre le racisme anti-Noirs 脿 91亚色
Over the past months with the help of community members, 91亚色 has intensified efforts to improve and expand initiatives that aim to address anti-Black racism, and further our principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion across the entire University. To support this work, we have undertaken a series of consultations with students, faculty, instructors, staff and other […]
Fall Convocation Update | Mise 脿 jour au sujet de la remise des dipl么mes d鈥檃utomne
La version fran莽aise suit la version anglaise. After careful consideration, given the ongoing public health concerns resulting from COVID-19 and the restrictions on public gatherings, 91亚色, Ryerson University, Seneca College, and the University of Toronto, have made the difficult decision not to hold in-person fall convocation ceremonies. Although each institution will have a unique […]
91亚色 to build its Markham Campus | L鈥橴niversit茅 91亚色 annonce la construction de son campus Markham
La version fran莽aise suit la version anglaise. Dear 91亚色 Community, Over the past months, as we have all adapted our daily lives to managing the pandemic and its impacts, the University鈥檚 focus has necessarily been on ensuring the health and safety of our community and our campuses as the top priority. At the same time, […]
Statement by President Rhonda L. Lenton on the passing of Ignat Kaneff
A respected and beloved friend of 91亚色, Ignat 鈥淚ggy鈥 Kaneff has died at the age of 93. He was an active supporter of the University and a visionary philanthropist, contributing more than $7.5 million in support of several signature buildings, student financial aid and areas of study at 91亚色. The positive impact he created […]
Announcement of Faculty of Health Dean Paul McDonald鈥檚 One-Year Extension
Dear Colleagues, As members of the Faculty of Health may be aware, Dean Paul McDonald will complete his initial term as Dean on June 30, 2021, and under the procedures for decanal renewals, the possibility of a second term is to be considered at this time. In accordance with these procedures, we have consulted with […]