Hydro One presents four Ontario Tech engineering students with prestigious awards Ontario Tech University celebrates four Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science students who have earned Hydro One awards.

Celebrating student success! 🎉 Four Ontario Tech University students have been honoured with prestigious awards from Hydro One, recognizing academic excellence, leadership and community impact.

Celebrating volunteers who ignite impact Ontario Tech University celebrates National Volunteer Week, April 19 to 25, and highlighting volunteers across the university community who share a commitment to making a difference.

This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we’re celebrating the volunteers who help shape Ontario Tech. 💙 From mentorship to leadership and advocacy, their impact strengthens our community and advances innovation that’s human-centred and ethical. Thank you for all that you do, today and every day.

Behind every AI breakthrough is a human story. 👤 At this week’s Mindful AI Research Institute Symposium, we asked students to finish one sentence: “My AI research impacts…” Their reflections are an important reminder that innovation is most powerful when it’s people-focused.

‘You are at the mercy of the platform’: Newtonville business left looking for answers after social media ban Roofing company still looking for answers on sudden Instagram deactivation.

What happens when a business is suddenly banned from social media? 📵 In a recent @newsdurham.bsky.social article, Ontario Tech Legal Studies Professor, Andrea Slane, shares expert insight on the legal challenges behind social media bans and their impact on businesses.

Ontario Tech and partners step up as Canada faces skilled energy workforce gap Ontario Tech University has partnered with Humber Polytechnic, Centennial College, Durham College and Georgian College to launch the Canadian Clean Energy Workforce (CCEW) Consortium. This Ontario-led...

The demand for skilled energy workers in Canada is growing fast, outpacing current training models. ⚡️ Ontario Tech and its partners are stepping up to close that gap.

A group of students posing together for a photo in the Science Building West Atrium at Ontario Tech's north campus. There are large display boards with research posters in the background.

A photo of Best Student Poster Award winner, Gavin Bosman, accepting his award from Ontario Tech researchers Joelma Peixoto and Peter Lewis.

A photo of Faculty of Social Science and Humanities Associate Professor, Dr. Kanika Samuels-Wortley, presenting at the front of the lecture hall during the MAIRI Symposium.

A photo of a student posing next to their project, a mechanical face that is able to show expression through AI.

A strong research community, powered by big ideas! 🤖 The Mindful AI Research Institute (MAIRI) Symposium showcased how Ontario Tech researchers are advancing AI across disciplines. Congrats to the research poster award winners: Gavin Bosman, William Conley & Lorenzo Mendoza.

A group of students posing for a photo in front of their booth at the Capstone Exhibition. In between them is a robot that they developed as part of their project.

A student showcasing a piece of machinery as part of their capstone project. Two people are in the foreground watching the demonstration.

Four students standing at their booth behind a table with equipment on it showcasing their project at the Capstone Exhibition.

Five students standing at their booth in front of a table with equipment on it showcasing their project at the Capstone Exhibition.

We love celebrating student innovation at Ontario Tech. 👏 Today’s @otfeas.bsky.social Capstone Exhibition showcased our engineering students' creative solutions, demonstrating creativity, collaboration, and real-world impact. Congrats to all teams for bringing their ideas to life! 🚀

A group photo of speakers, dignitaries and special guests representing Ontario Tech, Sienna Senior Living, The Regional Municipality of Durham and the Province of Ontario posing in front of a blue Ontario Tech branded backdrop and a banner that says 'Sienna for Seniors Foundation is proud to support Ontario Tech through the Sienna Senior Living Research Fund.'

Minister for Seniors and Accessibility Raymond Cho, stands at a podium with and Ontario Tech logo while he delivers his remarks at the Sienna for Seniors Foundation recognition event in Shawenjigewining Hall at Ontario Tech's north campus.

Nitin Jain, CEO of Sienna Senior Living, stands at a podium with and Ontario Tech logo while he delivers his remarks at the Sienna for Seniors Foundation recognition event in Shawenjigewining Hall at Ontario Tech's north campus.

A photo of event attendees playing tabletop games on a board game picnic table that was on display at the Sienna for Seniors Foundation recognition event in Shawenjigewining Hall at Ontario Tech's north campus.

A $1M investment in healthy aging. 💙 Thanks to the Sienna for Seniors Foundation, Ontario Tech has launched the Sienna Senior Living Research Centre for Healthy Aging and Happiness, focused on improving well-being, engagement and quality of life for older adults.

What’s one AI myth you hear all the time? We asked the experts at Ontario Tech’s AI Forum, and their answers might surprise you. 🤖👇

Research meets storytelling. 📖 Ontario Tech PhD student Alissa Latiff is a finalist in the 2026 @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca Storytellers Challenge! Her research explores the intersection of race & disability in pediatric rehab, advancing more inclusive care. Next stop: the national showcase! 👏

Ontario Tech and the next frontier in space health As the world watches NASA’s Artemis II mission unfold, Ontario Tech University expertise is quietly helping shape the technologies needed for future human exploration of the Moon and beyond.

With @nasaartemis.bsky.social passing the moon, we’re proud to see Canadian innovation helping power the future of space travel. The C²M² Harmony, co-led by our own Dr. Carolyn McGregor AM, is an AI-driven health system designed for deep space missions, supported by the Canadian Space Agency. 🌕🚀

How are students engaging with the future of AI? 🤔 Step inside Ontario Tech’s AI Forum with third-year Biomedical Science student Purva Puri as she shares her experience, including highlights from Dr. Hossein Rahnama’s keynote on human-centred AI and a panel on ethics and trust.

Canadian Chiropractic Association and Ontario Tech University establish senior scientist role The Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), in partnership with Ontario Tech University, has established a new Senior Scientist in Knowledge Translation & Health Policy position for the 2026–2029 ter...

The Canadian Chiropractic Association and Ontario Tech have launched a Senior Scientist role in Knowledge Translation & Health Policy to advance evidence‑based musculoskeletal care, led by Dr. Carol Cancelliere at the Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research.

That’s a wrap on our Hire Ready series for Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning Month! 🎬 Kellee from the Durham Catholic District School Board shares hiring trends and how new grads can make a strong impression. Learn about co-op opportunities at co-op.ontariotechu.ca

The City of Oshawa wants to be a leader in Canada’s defence sector. Here’s its pitch | CBC News As the federal government expands Canada’s defence sector, the City of Oshawa says it wants to be included. City councillor Tito-Dante Marimpietri has created a blueprint outlining what Oshawa can off...

Oshawa is making a play to become a defence-sector hub, and Ontario Tech’s ACE Climatic Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel is a key part of the story. This world-class facility can simulate extreme weather conditions to test next-gen defence and aerospace tech.

More than 200 leaders gathered at Ontario Tech’s inaugural AI Forum to explore a critical question: how do we build AI systems people can trust? With a focus on human-centred AI, the message was clear: trust enables innovation. news.ontariotechu.ca/archives/202...

Oshawa has reached a key milestone in the Partners for Climate Protection program with help from Ontario Tech! Through TeachingCity, our researchers contributed to one of the world’s most comprehensive community greenhouse gas inventories. www.oshawa.ca/news/posts/o...

On this National Day of Work-Integrated Learning, we're celebrating how hands-on experience prepares students for success.
Today, Hannah from Scarborough Health Network shares insights into how our students can stand out in the future.

Learn more ➡️ co-op.ontariotechu.ca

Ontario Tech launches EDGE to fast-track executive learning in the age of AI Ontario Tech University has launched EDGE, a private training company powered by the university that delivers executive learning and rapid skills development for organizations navigating technological...

AI is evolving fast, and executive learning must keep up. 💡 Ontario Tech has launched EDGE, a new initiative to fast-track executive learning with flexible, responsive programming focused on practical skills, emerging tech and responsible AI use.

Ontario Tech adds varsity volleyball for 2027 season - Ontario Tech Athletics Ontario Tech University is set to expand its varsity athletics offerings, as the Ridgebacks prepare to introduce men's and women's volleyball to their Ontario University

Big news for Ridgebacks Athletics.🏐 Ontario Tech is expanding its varsity lineup with the addition of volleyball for the 2027–2028 season, marking another milestone in the growth of our student-athlete experience and competitive excellence.

Why do electric flashes keep breaking Ottawa's LRT? | CBC News Electric 'arcing' has shut down the LRT before, but OC Transpo thought it had a fix — until last week.

What is electric 'arcing'? ⚡️ @otfeas.bsky.social Professor Mohamed Youssef helps break it down in this CBC News piece on Ottawa’s LRT disruptions. A great example of Ontario Tech research expertise informing real-world issues.

A photo of 3MT first place winner Jessica Biasin holding her certificate in front of a blue Ontario Tech backdrop.

A photo of 3MT first place, second place, and people's choice winners Jessica Biasin, Melissa Handford, and Sonia Mirza holding their certificates in front of a blue Ontario Tech backdrop.

A photo of 3MT first place, second place, and people's choice winners Jessica Biasin, Melissa Handford, and Sonia Mirza holding their certificates and posing for a group photo with the judges in front of a blue Ontario Tech backdrop.

A photo of Jessica Biasin standing in front of a screen delivering her Three Minute Thesis presentation in the RBC Lounge at Ontario Tech's north campus.

Big ideas, three minutes. 🎤 Today’s 3MT® Finals showcased six Ontario Tech grad students presenting their research and impact in only three minutes. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Jessica Biasin from the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities who will be advancing to Provincials!

National Co-op & Work-Integrated Learning Month continues! 🌟 Scenthuri at Elexicon Energy shares what employers value in new grads and the skills that help people stand out in today’s workforce. Learn how co-op and internships help students build career-ready experience: co-op.ontariotechu.ca

A photo of people at a booth in Union Station handing out cookies to people passing by.

A photo of Ontario Tech staff standing behind an Ontario Tech branded booth at Union Station.

A photo of two Ontario Tech staff members posing in front of a booth at Union Station.

A photo of two Ontario Tech staff members standing behind a booth with baskets of cookies at Union Station.

We’re at Union Station today bringing a little Ontario Tech energy (and treats) to downtown Toronto! 🍪👋 If you’re passing through, stop by our booth and grab a cookie while they last.

Ontario Tech researcher exploring how AI can help keep connected technologies secure Dr. Li Yang, an Assistant Professor in Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Business and Information Technology, researches artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning methods that strengthen cy...

Much of the technology people rely on every day is now linked together online, powering everything from transportation to communication. Ontario Tech researcher Dr. Li Yang is exploring how artificial intelligence could help keep those systems secure.

National Co-op and Work-Integrated Learning Month is here, and we’re talking to employers in our community about what they look for when hiring new grads.
Learn how co-op and internship opportunities help prepare Ontario Tech students for what’s next at co-op.ontariotechu.ca

B.C. pulp mill puts green hydrogen to the test Project aligns with federal strategy to meet Canada’s climate targets

Green hydrogen could play a big role in Canada’s clean-energy future. Dr. Ibrahim Dincer, Director of our Clean Energy Research Lab, shared insights in the Globe and Mail on hydrogen’s role in decarbonizing industry and Canada’s potential to lead globally.
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Ontario to keep seasonal time change as B.C. moves to permanent model Most provinces and territories observe daylight time. The Yukon abandoned it in 2020, and Saskatchewan made central standard time permanent in 1966.

Don’t forget to “spring forward” this weekend! ⏰ Daylight saving time starts Sunday, and Ontario Tech’s Dr. Efrosini Papaconstantinou shared insights in the @thestar.com on how the time change can impact sleep and our body clocks.

AI built with purpose.🤖 From guiding meditation to supporting accessibility training, research at the Human Machine Lab puts real users at the centre of innovation. Information Security professor Dr. Patrick Hung, and master’s student Carlos Carrasco, share how co-design and ethics shape their work.

The SMR pitch: Ontario’s small modular reactor plan, explained | The Narwhal The first small modular reactor, or SMR, in North America is in the works in Ontario, testing new ground for rising energy demand

Check out @otfeas.bsky.social’s Dr. Kirk Atkinson featured in @thenarwhal.ca on Ontario’s small modular reactors at Darlington! He highlights how modular design could speed up nuclear deployment and the challenges around fuel supply.