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uOttawa’s Smart Prosperity Institute pioneers green economy solutions

How can Canada achieve a cleaner, greener economy? The University of Ottawa’s Smart Prosperity Institute (SPI), the country’s first green economy think tank, is looking for answers to this question.
How can Canada achieve a cleaner, greener economy? The University of Ottawa’s Smart Prosperity Institute (SPI), the country’s first green economy think tank, is looking for answers to this question.

February 24, 2025
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University of Ottawa team crowned national champions in the Bank of Canada Governor’s Challenge

If University of Ottawa students have an extra spring in their step today, it’s probably because they can hear “We Are the Champions” playing. On Saturday, February 1, 2025, a team from the University took first place nationally in the 10th annual Bank of Canada Governor’s Challenge, the economics equivalent of the Vanier or Memorial cups.
If University of Ottawa students have an extra spring in their step today, it’s probably because they can hear “We Are the Champions” playing. On Saturday, February 1, 2025, a team from the University took first place nationally in the 10th annual Bank of Canada Governor’s Challenge, the economics e...

February 10, 2025
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Two engineering student startups offer smart solutions to tackle rising costs

In a time when Canadians are feeling the pressure of the rising cost of living, two innovative student startups are stepping up with solutions that could allow people to both live more sustainably and save money on groceries and energy.
In a time when Canadians are feeling the pressure of the rising cost of living, two innovative student startups are stepping up with solutions that could allow people to both live more sustainably and save money on groceries and energy.

January 22, 2025
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The University of Ottawa has extended its collaboration with the Ministry of Education (Taiwan) through the renewal of the Research Chair in Taiwan Studies

It is with great pleasure that the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa has extended its collaboration with the Ministry of Education (Taiwan) through the renewal of the Research Chair in Taiwan Studies.
It is with great pleasure that the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa has extended its collaboration with the Ministry of Education (Taiwan) through the renewal of the Research Chair in Taiwan Studies.

November 18, 2024
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Unraveling Fiscal Federalism in Canada

Professors André Lecours and Eric Champagne have written a new book entitled “Fiscal Federalism in Canada: Analysis, Evaluation and Prescription.” that explores the complex dynamics of fiscal federalism in Canada, offering valuable insights for scholars and policymakers.
Professors André Lecours and Eric Champagne have written a new book entitled “Fiscal Federalism in Canada: Analysis, Evaluation and Prescription.” that explores the complex dynamics of fiscal federalism in Canada, offering valuable insights for scholars and policymakers.

November 12, 2024
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Five reasons to partner with uOttawa’s Faculty of Engineering

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, companies have much to gain by partnering with university departments. Among these, the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa, one of the world’s top universities, stands out as a great choice for collaboration and innovation.
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, companies have much to gain by partnering with university departments. Among these, the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Ottawa, one of the world’s top universities, stands out as a great choice for collaboration and innovation.

October 24, 2024
Professor Geranda Notten

MPI: Professor Geranda Notten's contribution to a powerful tool for better understanding and combating poverty in Canada

The Material Deprivation Index (MPI) represents a major step forward in the fight against poverty in Canada. Unlike traditional measures based solely on income, such as the Market Basket Measure (MBM), the MPI offers a more complete and nuanced understanding of the reality of poverty by taking into account access to goods and services essential for an ...
The Material Deprivation Index (MPI) represents a major step forward in the fight against poverty in Canada. Unlike traditional measures based solely on income, such as the Market Basket Measure (MBM), the MPI offers a more complete and nuanced understan...

July 2, 2024