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On Friday, April 3, #UofG’s business operations will be reduced for the long weekend. Regular operations resume Monday, April 6.

Have a great long weekend U of G! 🌸

Learn more about what’s open this weekend: https://uoguel.ph/ywsn2

‘Unnecessary’: Olympic Ban on Trans Women Athletes Harmful for Everyone The International Olympic Committee’s decision to ban female transgender athletes from competing will have negative impacts for all women and reverberate harm across all levels of sport…

#UofG | “The IOC changing its policy will rebound throughout all levels of women’s athletics, from youth to international competition,” says Dr. Charles D. T. Macaulay.

Focus - Canada's Ontario bets on greenhouse farming to boost food sovereignty In the face of growing competition with Donald Trump's United States and the ongoing trade war, Canada is betting big on greenhouse agriculture. In Ontario, the heart of national agricultural research...

#UofG | Labour shortages are creating challenges for Canada's farming industry.

Dr. Medhat Moussa speaks to @en.france24.com about how automation could help.

Watch: www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/focus/202603...

Kids may be more likely to get the new ‘Cicada’ variant of Covid-19, scientists say. Here’s what to know about BA.3.2 | CNN A heavily mutated variant of the virus that causes Covid-19 appears to be affecting primarily children, scientists say, though it’s not causing more severe disease – in kids or in adults.

#UofG | Dr. Ryan Gregory speaks to @cnn.com about the latest COVID-19 variant of interest, dubbed "Cicada."

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Read more: www.cnn.com/2026/04/02/health/new-co...

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#UofG researchers have received more than $2.5 million in funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to support critical human health research. From health care worker wellbeing to injury prevention, these projects address pressing health challenges.

Learn more: uoguel.ph/ay6my

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Scattered polaroid photos sit on a white surface. Polaroid images include of the University of Guelph makerspace, a blanket with a camera and water bottle and notebook on Johnston Green, and the Athletics Football stadium.

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Picture yourself living in #UofG residence for two weeks this summer and exploring all of what our beautiful campus has to offer! Discover Your Future Summer Institute is open for registration for high school students aged 15-17: uoguel.ph/summer-institute

Importing Queen Bees Won’t Solve Canada’s Beekeeping Problems Our research group at the University of Guelph launched the Canadian Bee Gut Project to map the microbiomes of honey bee colonies from coast to coast.

#UofG | "This system works for now, but it’s much more fragile than most Canadians might realize," Dr. Brendan Daisley, of the College of Biological Science, writes in a commentary for Conversation Canada.

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Doug Ford says Ticketmaster is ‘gouging the people.’ His proposed resale cap won’t stop that The premier's legislation is unlikely to hurt Ticketmaster or lower ticket prices in Ontario.

#UofG | Dr. Timothy Dewhirst discusses a proposed cap on ticket resales in a commentary for @thestar.com

Read more: www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/dou...

U of G Researchers Receive More Than $2.5 M for Global Health Projects University of Guelph researchers have received more than $2,567,000 in grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). The CIHR funds research with the greatest potential to improve our...

From studying turnover in Canadian health care to brain injuries in athletes, #UofG researchers will advance global health projects thanks to new CIHR funding.

The CIHR funds research with great potential to improve our understanding of human health.

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With US TV debut, women's pro ice hockey hopes to cash in big More than 126 million US households will be able to watch Saturday's hockey game between the New York Sirens and Montréal Victoire.

#UofG | Dr. Katie Lebel speaks to @bbcnewsi.bsky.social about the rise in popularity of women's hockey.

"Profitability tends to follow once leagues are able to build deeper, more consistent fan loyalty."

Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy513gl3nzro

What the collapse of world's largest cricket farm reveals about hype, markets and public money | CBC News Ottawa backed the world's largest cricket farm with tens of millions in public money. It collapsed before reaching full production, exposing a gap between hype and demand while also leaving questions ...

#UofG | "The biggest barrier is the yuck factor."

Dr. Sadaf Mollaei speaks to @cbcnews.ca about why people may not embrace crickets as an alternative protein source.

Read more: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/canada-aspir...

Abnormal behaviors in lab monkeys may reflect a lifetime of stressful experiences Pacing and hair pulling may develop after multiple experiments, years of relative isolation, and more

#UofG | Behavioural biologist Dr. Georgia Mason speaks with Science about what she and her team discovered about lab monkeys while studying the behaviour of a common species known as rhesus macaques.

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How many birds do cats actually kill? | CBC Climate Change News In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we get the latest scientific estimate of how many birds cats kill each year; check out the forecast for this year's El Niño; and find out what's in the e...

#UofG | Ecologist Dr. Ryan Norris spoke to CBC News about research that found millions of birds are killed by cats each year.

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New Funding Expands Solution to Veterinary Care Shortage Through the philanthropy of Kim and Stu Lang and government funds, more veterinary students from Northern Ontario are being trained to work in communities that need them.

Through the philanthropy of Kim and Stu Lang’s Angel Gabriel Foundation to OVC Pet Trust, the new Medical and Surgical Learning Centre at #UofG will train veterinary students from Northern Ontario to work in the communities that need them.

Read more:
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U of G Researcher to Develop More Sustainable Wheat Dr. Kari Dunfield will help Canadian farmers grow wheat using fertilizer more efficiently while strengthening soil health and the wheat microbiome.

#UofG researcher Dr. Kari Dunfield has received funding to help Canadian farmers grow wheat using fertilizer more efficiently, while strengthening soil health and the wheat microbiome.

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Gas prices are climbing, and grocery bills may follow in Canada Higher fuel and fertilizer expenses are expected to gradually raise food costs.

#UofG | Dr. Mike von Massow talks to @yahoofinance.com about how higher fuel and fertilizer expenses are expected to increase food costs.

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Amirah's work just published:

Guiding asteroids to form an artificial binary system using continuous
control acceleration

#free #openaccess: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actaastro.2026.03.024

#space #asteroid #PhD #UofG #research

How would you feel if we told you preparation for university just got easier? Discover Your Future Summer Institute lets you explore different fields through hands-on activities and get a feel for what our 8 colleges at #UofG offer. uoguel.ph/summer-institute

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#UofG has been named among the top institutions globally, with 15 subjects ranked in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject. #UofG ranked 4th globally & 1st in Canada for Veterinary Science & ranked 1st in Canada & 14th globally in Agriculture & Forestry. Read more: https://uoguel.ph/lv3s6

#UofG has been ranked among the top 251-300 universities in the world for biological sciences for the 3rd year & top 200 in anatomy and physiology for the 2nd year!

🗞️ www.uoguelph.ca/cbs/news/202...

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#UofG is streamlining the transfer credit process with a new centralized platform, making it easier for students to plan courses and track credits, supported by funding from the Ontario Council on Articulation and Transfer.

Learn more: uoguel.ph/sgjxi

U of G, ONCAT Improve Transfer Credit Process The project – a centralized platform that will make the transfer process faster, clearer and more consistent – is among 27 funded by $1.94 million from ONCAT,

A new platform will make the transfer credit process for #UofG students faster, clearer and more consistent, supported by funding from the Ontario Council on Articulation and Transfer.

Price of fresh produce likely to rise on P.E.I. due to fuel price surge from Iran war | CBC News Grocery prices in Canada have already risen significantly, and experts say rising fuel costs are expected to add further pressure in the weeks ahead, especially for fresh fruits and vegetables, which ...

#UofG | Speaking to CBC PEI, Dr. Mike von Massow said imported products, like fruits and vegetables, may continue to see prince increases this time of year.

Fuel, food rebates ‘would not bring down’ prices amid Iran war: economists - National | Globalnews.ca The Iran war has raised the price of crude oil beyond US$110 per barrel in international markets, spurring affordability concerns in Canada and around the world.

#UofG | Dr. Mike von Massow spoke with Global News about whether rebates would help consumers as prices continue to soar.

Great day at U of G’s Harm Reduction Resource Fair! We connected with students, shared safer‑use resources and support options, and teamed up with amazing campus partners. Huge thanks to Student Wellness for hosting and championing harm reduction. 💚 #UofG #HarmReduction

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#UofG we want your help! Starting this summer, when you book an in-person writing, English language support, studying, time management, or presentation appointment, you'll come to a new space on the library's first floor.
Choose your favourite name in this survey: https://uoguel.ph/NameThisSpace

These two chicken breasts came from the same grocery store. Why does one have 10 times more salt? Poultry products sold in Canada are often injected with saltwater and additives. Here’s how to tell if your chicken has been ‘enhanced.’

#UofG | Dr. Keith Warriner talks to @thestar.com about sodium levels in chicken breasts.

Read more: www.thestar.com/life/health-wellness/the...

#UofG | Dr. Mike von Massow speaks to @cbcnews.ca The National about grocers facing fines over mislabelling foods as Canadian.

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Acd0Fptp0LA

The Iran war has raised food inflation fears. Here are the most affected groceries Immediate financial hit will come from a limited number of food staples that are particularly susceptible to energy costs

#UofG | The war in Iran is driving up grocery costs.

Dr. Mike von Massow speaks to @theglobeandmail.com about the products most impacted by the war.

Read more: www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finan...

Researchers call for supports, coping strategies as youth self-harm rises TORONTO -- A new Canadian study showing a steady increase in youth self-harm highlights the need for more mental health support and proactive teaching of coping strategies to deal with emotional anguish, researchers say. The study, published Monday in t...

#UofG | Dr. Stephen Lewis speaks to @cdnpress.bsky.social about a new study looking at an increase in youth self-harm.

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