AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDaylight Saving Decision: Canada’s move to permanent daylight time is being challenged by a new CMAJ analysis warning of health, economic and student well-being risks from darker mornings. Maternal Health Equity: A major CMAJ study finds Black Canadians face significantly higher rates of severe maternal complications than white patients, underscoring the need for better data and anti-Black racism fixes in care. Education & Justice: A B.C. Supreme Court defamation trial is set to begin today involving author and former UBC professor Steven Galloway, tied to online sexual assault rumours that led to his firing. Student Safety & Well-Being: Research and reporting highlight worsening mental health among young men, with experts warning the trend could intensify. Immigration Rules for Students/Workers: IRCC clarified which family relationships qualify for open work permits for foreign workers already in Canada, including spouses/common-law partners and dependent children (and, in some cases, grandchildren). University Recruitment: The University of Toronto announced a $100-million scholarship fund aimed at attracting PhD students.
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