Post-secondary

• British Columbia rolling out massive training program to address job shortages

  The B.C. government is investing millions to train and re-train workers specifically targeting industries with current shortages, including a future skills grant of up to $3,500.

  Education

  May 2
  
• ‘Special advisor’ to review SFU football’s future, but team won’t play next year

  The advisor is slated to report back by the end of 2023, but the school said Thursday the varsity team will not take the field next fall.

  Sports

  Apr 20
  
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• Foster kids of all ages get free tuition in B.C.

  The British Columbia government is opening to all ages its tuition waiver for those who were in foster care in the province.

  Education

  Mar 14
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• B.C. budget: Student loan maximums doubled, repayment terms eased

  B.C.'s 2023-2024 budget is doubling the maximum provincial student loan payout from $110 to $220 per week for individuals and upping the amount they can make before repaying loans.

  Education

  Feb 28
• Quest University in Squamish, B.C. to close in April

  A private university based in Squamish, B.C., is shutting down at the end of April.

  Education

  Feb 24
• Student group calls for provincial funding for sexual violence centres on B.C. campuses

  The Alliance of BC Students (ABCS) is calling on the provincial government to commit funds in the upcoming provincial budget. 

  Feb 17
• Alberta government to cap tuition increases, reduces student loan interest rates

  The changes made to Alberta's post-secondary tuition are part of the government's Budget 2023, and aim to tackle the cost of living crisis for students and graduates.

  Education

  Feb 16
• University of Lethbridge welcomes incoming president to campus

  It was a full house at the University of Lethbridge as Digvir Jayas and his wife Manju made their first official visit to tour the campus on Tuesday morning.

  Education

  Feb 7
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• Additional seats added to Saskatchewan health care training programs

  This expansion will kick in for Fall 2023, and includes positions like medical lab assistant, continuing care assistant, primary care paramedic and licensed practical nurse.

  Health

  Jan 31
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• Okanagan post-secondary students dealing with financial pressure

  As Okanagan students are trying to stay on top of their studies, they're also having to deal with the rising prices of their essentials.

  Money

  Jan 26