What we know about returning to campus in Fall 2021
Here is what Excalibur gathered about York’s announcement for a potential reopening along with responses from members of the York community.
Ontario Government announces new tuition-free training program for Personal Service Workers
Applications for the long-term care program offered by the government are now open.
YFS election campaigns kick off with most positions already acclaimed
*UPDATED* According to the YFS website, elections will be taking place online via Zoom. The voting period begins Tuesday, March 16 and ends Friday, March 18.
York says goodbye to most online proctoring software
The Senate Executive Committee made a decision to limit the use of technology-enabled invigilation (online proctoring) starting Summer 2021.
York researchers find that shorter lockdowns could be better for COVID-19 case counts
A new model developed by York researchers shows better planned lockdowns are more considerate towards the social needs of people.
Ford turns down NDP eviction bill as lockdowns near their end
The ‘No COVID-19 Evictions Act’ was turned down just as the temporary ban on evictions due to stay-at-home orders come to a close.
Newest ‘Heritage Minute’ features renowned jazz musician and former York professor Oscar Peterson
Oscar Peterson’s experiences starting out as a jazz artist in Montreal are showcased in the newest Heritage Minute video.
York joins other Canadian universities in pushing corporations to combat climate crisis
The University Network for Investor Engagement (UNIE) plans to engage North American corporations on the risks of greenhouse gases and climate change.