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The University of Ottawa and Library and Archives Canada (LAC) announced today a new partnership that will combine research, expertise and documentary heritage to foster public dialogue and deepen understanding of the issues and stories that shape Canada.

Across 69 million images of historical documents lies a vast record of Canada’s history, from immigration and public policy to scientific discovery and family histories. Now, a University of Ottawa–led project is making those stories easier to find.

The Collège des chaires de recherche sur le monde francophone (CCRMF) has reached a new milestone in its role as a leader in research conducted in French and on Francophone communities in Canada and internationally: it has created four new research chairs.

Laurence Hamel is an inspiring alumna in both research and industry. After completing her master’s in earth sciences at the University of Ottawa, she began working in the Yukon as a project geologist with Selkirk Copper Mines, a company considered the first majority Indigenous-owned mine in Canadian history.

The Faculty of Health Sciences is proud to present its valedictorians for the class of 2026, two students who have distinguished themselves through their academic excellence, community engagement, and leadership.

First of all, congratulations! However, before you head out into the world, here are a few things you need to know.

Two uOttawa students, one past and one present; one powerful immigration story told through a shared voice.

Aiming for Olympic gold is a team sport, and when Team Canada makes its way to Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics, one of the vital supporting roles is to ensure athletes are mentally ready to perform at their best. Two-time uOttawa graduate Jean François Ménard (MA ’07; BSc ’05) will be one of the people leading that charge. It’s the sixth Olympic games for Jean François and he’s what you could c...

With her life’s rich, unique journey, Dr. Dowaa Saleh (MA ’23) defies any one title.

Her story begins with a simple motivation: gratitude. A retired schoolteacher from Michigan, Sandra MacLeod has chosen to honour her late husband, Dr. Charles MacLeod, by helping future generations of medical students at the uOttawa Faculty of Medicine.