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Last March 20th, the Civil Law Section of the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada, the Office of the Commissioner for Federal Judicial Affairs, the Department of Justice Canada, and Alinea International, organized a conference on international development in the justice sector.

Reg Thompson (BSocSci ’91, LLB ’94) knows firsthand the importance of scholarships in enabling a student’s university experience. Now, the two-time alumnus is giving back to support other Indigenous students.

On this International Day of La Francophonie, the Faculty of Social Sciences proudly reaffirms its commitment to the French language, cultural diversity, and inclusion — values that are deeply rooted in our identity and mission.

This constant exposure to new contexts, relationships, and issues has made the internship dynamic and eye-opening...

In a time when equity, inclusion, and social justice are central to public discourse, Ontario’s Bill 166 — Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act — is drawing sharp attention. While presented as a reform to enhance student well-being and institutional accountability, this bill may do more harm than good for marginalized communities if not critically examined.

In her thought-provoking 2025 study, Karine Coen-Sanchez, PhD student in sociology, sheds light on the lived experiences of Afro-Caribbean communities in Canada, focusing especially on Haitian and Jamaican diasporas. Her work dives deep into how migration, policy, and cultural identity intersect—often in complex and challenging ways.

This internship offers me an enriching perspective on the role of education in the development of a country...

My understanding of what localized development can practically look like has been enriched by....

At the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa, we take pride in recognizing the outstanding contributions of our researchers who shape the society of tomorrow.

Every day, I learn a little more, not only about Sri Lanka and its people, but also about myself....