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Statement from President Gabriel Miller on National Indigenous Peoples Day
This National Indigenous Peoples Day, Universities Canada honours and acknowledges the great achievements and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples who have lived on this land since time immemorial.
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The class of 2024 is ready to make an impact
June 24, 2024 | Video
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Gabriel Miller: Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice: Islamophobia and measures to address the fears of Canada's Muslim community
June 14, 2024 | Speech
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What we heard: Universities Canada’s regional climate workshop series
June 10, 2024 | Report
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A national sustainable agriculture plan needs to include universities
June 7, 2024 | Commentary
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Universities are an essential partner on the path toward Canada’s low-carbon hydrogen future
June 5, 2024 | Commentary
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
How university research helps combat forest fires and climate change
June 5, 2024 | Commentary
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Gabriel Miller: Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights appearance regarding antisemitism
May 27, 2024 | Speech
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How universities are helping Canada to mitigate climate change
April 24, 2024 | Commentary
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainable development, here and now
April 24, 2024 | Commentary
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New report shows Canadian universities’ commitment to climate action
April 17, 2024 | Media release
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Action for net zero at Canadian universities: Climate survey report
April 17, 2024 | Report