- Local post-secondary institutions unite to help form Canadian Clean Energy Workforce ConsortiumOntario Tech University and Durham College (DC) have joined forces with three other leading Ontario post-secondary institutions to help meet Canada’s growing clean energy and nuclear workforce demands. Together with Centennial College, Georgian College and Humber Polytechnic, Ontario Tech and DC have officially committed to signing a memorandum of understanding that will establish the Canadian Clean Energy Workforce Consortium (CCEW).
- Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Ontario Tech University partner to deliver Nuclear Career Accelerator program in Western CanadaWith demand for nuclear talent on the rise, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Ontario Tech University have partnered to deliver the Nuclear Career Accelerator program in Western Canada.
- Ontario Tech University: Powering Canada’s energy futureAs Canada and the Province of Ontario invest in energy, electrification and nuclear innovation, Ontario Tech University is responding with research, talent and solutions that support a reliable and secure energy future.
- Hydro One presents four Ontario Tech engineering students with prestigious awardsOntario Tech University celebrates four Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science students who have earned Hydro One awards.
- Celebrating volunteers who ignite impactOntario Tech University celebrates National Volunteer Week, April 19 to 25, and highlighting volunteers across the university community who share a commitment to making a difference.
- Ontario Tech recognizes top high school students in second annual essay contestOntario Tech University recognized high school students from across Ontario for their analysis of complex legal issues at its second annual High School Essay Contest, with finalists honoured at an award ceremony in Oshawa.
- From the dinner table to the national stage: Salma Bafagih on research, resilience and food literacyOntario Tech University student Salma Bafagih’s work explores food literacy—the knowledge, skills and practices that influence food choices—and how it is shaped not only by individuals but also by broader social, industry and policy factors.
- HackHive brings students together to build practical AI solutionsOrganized by the Ontario Tech Computer Science Club, HackHive welcomed more than 250 post-secondary students to Ontario Tech University for an intensive weekend of practical, human-centred AI development.
- Ontario Tech launches human-centred AI Learning Agent pilotThrough a new pilot program running during the Winter and Spring 2026 terms, students in 22 undergraduate and graduate courses across all Ontario Tech faculties are participating in early testing of an AI Learning Agent: an in-house course-based AI learning system designed around trust, accountability and academic integrity.
- Ontario Tech University welcomes the Ontario government’s investment in post-secondary educationOntario Tech University welcomes today’s pre-budget announcement by the Province of Ontario of a historic $6.4 billion, four-year investment in post-secondary education, and new funding for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) pathways to support growing student interest in high-demand fields such as nuclear, engineering, mining and artificial intelligence.
- Room to grow: Ontario Tech University to expand on-campus living with plans for new residence in Fall 2027Ontario Tech University is breaking ground on The Ridge, a new on-campus residence that will welcome students starting in Fall 2027. This vital campus addition reflects the university’s continued growth and commitment to enhancing campus life.
- Ontario Tech Marks Black History MonthFebruary marks Black History Month. A time to honour and celebrate the experiences, accomplishments, culture and contributions of Black community members in Canada, and around the world.
- Balancing books and podiums: Ontario Tech’s Mac Clark races toward his futureBalancing the demands of professional racing with the rigours of university life is no easy task, yet Ontario Tech University Automotive Engineering student Mac Clark is proving he can excel at both.
- Beyond the code: Preparing software engineers for the AI eraDr. Qusay H. Mahmoud, Professor and Assistant Dean, Engineering Outreach in Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, shares his perspective on how software engineering students can future-proof their careers and thrive in a world where AI is not a threat, but a useful tool.
- Ontario Tech University hits record application high as demand continues to growOntario Tech University continues to gain momentum with prospective students across Ontario and beyond. New data from the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre shows undergraduate applications to Ontario Tech increased by 5.3 per cent year over year, more than twice the provincial average. This growth positions Ontario Tech among the fastest-growing universities in Ontario.
- Fast-track your law career with Ontario Tech University’s new accelerated pathwayStudents interested in pursuing a legal career now have a way of achieving their goal sooner, thanks to a new accelerated program at Ontario Tech University.
- Ontario Tech celebrates outstanding alumni who inspire changeAt the recent 2025 Ontario Tech Alumni Association Awards ceremony, Ontario Tech University honoured the remarkable achievements of four alumni whose innovation, leadership and community involvement are making a lasting impact. Selected from a record 31 nominations, this year’s recipients exemplify the university’s values and the power of education to drive meaningful change.
- Railway leaders meet aspiring Ontario Tech engineersOntario Tech University is delivering advanced training and education for future engineers who will play a key role in the expansion of the railway sector. The university’s Railway Engineering specialization, developed with leadership from Alstom, AtkinsRéalis and a network of industry partners, and launched in September 2025, is Canada’s first and only English-language program of its kind.
- From 3MT stage to research scientist: Bria Hughes-Small’s Ontario Tech academic journeyWhen Bria Hughes-Small signed up for Ontario Tech University’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition in 2024, she saw it as a chance to practice her presentation skills ahead of an academic conference. What she didn’t expect was that those three minutes would spark a career-shaping connection and lead to a full-time role in her field.
- Ontario Tech University answers the call to ensure AI serves humankind and the planetOntario Tech University is advancing initiatives that will establish the university, and Canada, as a global leader in ethically designed and executed AI. Through the launch of its School of Artificial Intelligence and Mindful Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, the university is setting the benchmark for human-centred innovation that’s anchored in values and guided by conscience.
- Ontario Tech to celebrate future leaders and changemakers at Fall ConvocationOntario Tech University will proudly celebrate the achievements, resilience and growth of its newest alumni during Fall Convocation on Thursday, October 16.
- Ridgeback spirit shines at record-breaking 2025 Chancellor’s ChallengeOntario Tech made university history by holding this year’s Chancellor’s Challenge and Homecoming on the same day, combining Ridgeback and community spirit, campus activities and milestone fundraising.
