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Dayana Fraser
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I'm hiring! My team is looking for a Digital Media, Communications Specialist. If you're passionate about social media, websites and digital strategy — and want to help tell the story of Ontario’s universities — apply by May 11.
The Council of Ontario Universities (COU) is seeking a Digital Media, Communications Specialist. Learn more about the position and how to apply at cou.ca/about/careers/
April 28, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
"Investing in Ontario’s colleges and universities is the best strategic choice the government can make today to secure our province’s long-term prosperity." Read OCC, Colleges ON & COU's open letter urging Ontario government to prioritize investment in PSE: ontariosuniversities.ca/news/open-le...
March 20, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
To help bolster Ontario's economic growth & innovation, universities play a vital role in producing the ground-breaking research that fuels progress. Learn how a dynamic university research & innovation ecosystem will help keep Ontario competitive: ontariosuniversities.ca/wp-content/u...
March 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
@dantisch.bsky.social says to protect Ontario & develop the future workforce our key industries need, the government must invest in our talent pipeline & ensure we have the best-funded PSE system in Canada — not the worst. Read his @thestar.com op-ed: www.thestar.com/business/opi...
Doug Ford’s Job 1: ‘Protect Ontario’ from Trump’s tariffs. Here’s how he can do it
In the face of Trump's looming trade war, writes Daniel Tisch, now is the time for Ontario to take a long look at ourselves in the mirror to figure out
www.thestar.com
March 3, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
Fast Fact: The demand for a university education has never been greater. Data shows the number of Ontario high school students applying to an Ontario university from 2020 to 2025 has increased by 16.2%.
January 30, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
From supporting the boundless potential of students to conducting groundbreaking research with real-world impact, Ontario’s universities are shaping a brighter future for the province and beyond. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaT9...
Building a Resilient Future
YouTube video by Ontario Universities COU
www.youtube.com
January 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
Without skilled talent, Ontario risks slowing economic growth & falling behind in a rapidly changing world. Investing in Ontario universities is an investment in tomorrow’s leaders, innovators & skilled professionals. Read our pre-budget submission: ontariosuniversities...
January 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
As emerging technologies transform Ontario's manufacturing sector, universities are equipping students with the skills & experience they need for the jobs of the future. Watch here: youtu.be/VGwOfcYFvtc?... #ONpse
Partnering for a Better Future for Advanced Manufacturing
YouTube video by Ontario Universities COU
youtu.be
December 2, 2024 at 7:58 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
The demand for skilled #STEM professionals is growing. Engineers, computer scientists, biochemists, and other #STEAM experts are essential for unlocking Ontario's full potential.
November 29, 2024 at 7:40 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
Ontario’s universities continue to demonstrate their unwavering commitment to efficiency, as highlighted in recent data that show Ontario universities are leaders in Canada in driving greater efficiencies. Learn more: ontariosuniversities.ca/news/cou-eff...
November 29, 2024 at 2:01 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
Institutions, students & faculty call for a sustained boost to provincial funding. Read more about how experts predict challenging times ahead for Ontario's postsecondary sector: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #ONpoli #ONpse
Canada's post-secondary industry predicts a storm ahead, as budget cuts shrink courses, staff | CBC News
Cuts to staff, classes, programs and student services: Canada's post-secondary system is moving into a stormy period, as colleges and universities grapple with budget shortfalls exacerbated by restrictions on international students, domestic tuition caps or freezes, and stagnant provincial funding.
www.cbc.ca
November 25, 2024 at 7:18 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
From helping students access mental health supports to fostering campus community well-being, universities are providing vital resources for students & communities.

Learn how Ontario’s universities are making mental health a priority: ontariosuniversities.ca/docs/Support...
ontariosuniversities.ca
November 26, 2024 at 3:20 PM
Read more about how the federal government's cap on international students is taking a toll on the higher education sector: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #OnPoli @cbc-news.bsky.social
Ontario colleges and universities face job cuts, deficits amid international student cap | CBC News
The federal government has said the cap is necessary to reduce the number of Canada's temporary residents and ensure schools can adequately support their foreign students. But schools say it's impacting enrolment, revenue, hiring and course offerings.
www.cbc.ca
November 25, 2024 at 3:26 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
Opinion - Canada has lost its reputation for bringing in the best and brightest students: Decisions by Ottawa and the Ontario government have marred the brand that the province’s universities have carefully built – and which is crucial to the country’s future prosperity
Canada has lost its reputation for bringing in the best and brightest students
Decisions by Ottawa and the Ontario government have marred the brand that the province’s universities have carefully built – and which is crucial to the country’s future prosperity
www.theglobeandmail.com
October 31, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Reposted by Dayana Fraser
"It's not realistic to freeze tuition, freeze per-student grants & freeze the number of students as well." Read how by 2030, without greater provincial funding, 100,000 qualified prospective students won’t be able to find a spot in Ontario universities: nationalpost.com/opinion/denl...
Randall Denley: In five years, 100,000 Ontario students won't find university spots. That spells trouble
The Ontario government's underfunding of struggling universities risks a shortage of 100,000 student spots by 2030.
nationalpost.com
November 21, 2024 at 9:23 PM