AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWheelchair Basketball: Canada stayed undefeated at the world championships in Ottawa, beating Brazil 80-37 as Arinn Young posted 23 points, six rebounds and nine assists. Women’s Cricket Development: Cricket Canada backed Thunder Bay’s first Criiio Cup, aiming to build a permanent local women’s team and a pathway to national play. Truth & Reconciliation in Schools/Community: Collingwood announced National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events leading up to Sept. 30, including a talk at the public library. Quebec Secularism Rules: New Quebec limits on prayer are changing workplace and university practices, including bans on prayer rooms at public institutions and restrictions on collective prayer in public spaces. University Labour: The University of Ottawa sessional lecturers’ union says members voted for a strike mandate, though disruption may not be immediate. Student Safety Online: Authorities warned about the viral “Cat in the Hat” trend after posts tied to threats and arrests, urging schools to treat it seriously. Higher Ed/Access: Canada is fast-tracking study permits for some master’s and PhD students, and easing rules for certain short studies without a study permit. Post-Secondary Equity: The University of Alberta academic staff union registered for an Oct. 19 referendum campaign, arguing separation would threaten research funding and student opportunities.
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