News From Universities Canada

2 February 2026

The federal government is moving rapidly on key files that impact the university sector, notably through the new immigration levels plan, the national AI strategy consultation, and the advancement of BOREALIS. These initiatives underscore the essential role of universities in driving Canada's sovereign capabilities and innovation

Furthermore, to support the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program, the University Affairs Job Search portal now features a dedicated Impact+ filter for institutions that have published job postings on the portal. This tool has also been shared with Global Affairs Canada missions to enhance the Impact+ recruitment visibility.

For the latest advocacy updates, visit the Universities Canada website.

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