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Leadership and governance

The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country.

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Buildings at the University of Ottawa

Chancellor

Claudette Commanda was appointed chancellor of the University of Ottawa on November 9, 2022.

Marie-Eve Sylvestre

Office of the President

As the world’s largest bilingual (French-English) university, the University of Ottawa is a vibrant, dynamic learning environment.

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Vice Presidents

Vice-presidents of the University of Ottawa.

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Senate

The Senate sets the University's educational policies and is responsible for the sound management of academic issues on campus.

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Board of Governors

The Board of Governors is responsible for the University’s overall governance and management.

Internal governance

Internal governance

Governance framework of the University of Ottawa.

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Deans

Meet our deans.

Policies and Regulations