We are thankful to be welcome on these lands in friendship. The lands we are situated on are covered by the Williams Treaties and are the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. These lands remain home to many Indigenous nations and peoples.

We acknowledge this land out of respect for the Indigenous nations who have cared for Turtle Island, also called North America, from before the arrival of settler peoples until this day. Most importantly, we acknowledge that the history of these lands has been tainted by poor treatment and a lack of friendship with the First Nations who call them home.

This history is something we are all affected by because we are all treaty people in Canada. We all have a shared history to reflect on, and each of us is affected by this history in different ways. Our past defines our present, but if we move forward as friends and allies, then it does not have to define our future.

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Participants in the Reanimation of Downtown Oshawa Project holding an online meeting (August 2020).

Ontario Tech students brainstorm with City of Oshawa on downtown revitalization ideas

September 15, 2020

In an innovative effort to generate modern ideas for urban solutions over the coming years, the City of Oshawa is collaborating with Ontario Tech University, giving students an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills and to advance the City of Oshawa’s agenda for downtown economic and cultural development.

Dietmar Reiner, Chair, Ontario Tech University Board of Governors.

Leading energy executive appointed Chair of Ontario Tech University’s Board of Governors

September 02, 2020

Distinguished electricity industry executive Dietmar Reiner will widen his role at Ontario Tech University as the new Chair of the university’s Board of Governors for the 2020-2021 academic year.

From left: Ontario Tech Forensic Science students Mitchell Tiessen, Priscilla Burns and Kyle Penny.

Ontario Tech students capture national awards from the Canadian Society of Forensic Science

August 21, 2020

Ontario Tech University’s internationally accredited Forensic Science program is celebrating the success of three students recognized with awards this year by the Canadian Society of Forensic Science.

Chancellor's Scholarship recipient Isabel Smith (Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School).

Presenting Ontario Tech University’s 2020-2021 major scholarship recipients

August 20, 2020

Each year, seven outstanding incoming students are awarded Ontario Tech University’s most prestigious entrance scholarships. The program recognizes secondary school students with exceptional achievements in academics, leadership and community involvement throughout their high school career.

Members of the competence.one team, winners of the 2020 Brilliant Catalyst summer incubator pitch competition. From left: Ethan Elliott, Chief Executive Officer; Anirudh Mungre, Chief Technology Officer; Matthew Boivin, Chief Information Officer (all three are recent Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Engineering in Software Engineering graduates), and Professor Qusay Mahmoud, PhD, Ontario Tech Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, Chief Administrative Officer and faculty supervisor.

Ontario Tech students’ spirit of innovation driving entrepreneurial business ventures

August 19, 2020

If asked what they did during the ‘summer of COVID-19’ when many jobs and opportunities for students and graduates disappeared, the summer cohort for the Brilliant Catalyst Incubator program at Ontario Tech University certainly has some impressive stories to tell.

Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Education will hold its Best Practices in Online and Blended Learning conference from August 10 to 14.

Ontario Tech helping teachers do their homework on preparing for online teaching

July 21, 2020

For more than a decade, Ontario Tech University has been a leader in online and blended learning. From Monday, August 10 through Friday, August 14, Ontario Tech’s Faculty of Education will share its expertise and best practices with Ontario Kindergarten-to-Grade-12 teachers through an online teaching and learning conference.

Kassidy Ford plays defence for the Ontario Tech Ridgebacks women's hockey team. The 2020 bachelor's degree recipient (Kinesiology) is now working on a master's degree in the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Ridgebacks women’s hockey star Kassidy Ford wins national scholarship

June 25, 2020

Veteran Ridgebacks women’s hockey player Kassidy Ford is a recipient of the 2020 Lyle Makosky Values and Ethics in Sport Fund sport study scholarship through the True Sport Foundation.

Ontario Tech University’s digital degrees: Another Canadian post-secondary first

June 24, 2020

This summer, Ontario Tech upholds its tradition of high-tech innovation, becoming the first university in Canada to give all graduating students digital degrees. In addition to receiving printed parchments, the class of 2020 can claim a digital version of their degree with secured and verified links.

Sunday, June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada.

Ontario Tech celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21

June 19, 2020

For the past quarter-century, June 21 has marked Indigenous Peoples Day, offering all Canadians a symbolic opportunity to learn more about the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Ontario Tech University’s new branding wins big

June 11, 2020

A year after Ontario Tech University introduced an entirely new brand, the university is receiving a major international accolade.

Members of the Ontario Tech community celebrating Pride in 2019

Ontario Tech University marks Pride Month with virtual events

June 04, 2020

Ontario Tech University recognizes Pride Month and the achievements and experiences of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Ontario Tech University's Virtual Open House takes place Saturday, May 23, starting at 11 a.m.

Don’t miss Ontario Tech’s Virtual Open House Saturday, May 23

May 14, 2020

While physical distancing measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic may require people to stay indoors, Ontario Tech University continues

Mars virtual reality background: Sharman Perera, Associate Teaching Professor and Laboratory Manager, Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS, centre) presents an award in the FESNS Wind Chamber Lab to high school students from Jamaica's Hillel Academy for winning a 2019 FESNS design competition. The students were visiting Ontario Tech University as a part of the International Enrichment program conducted by Ontario Tech's Office of the Registrar.

Ontario Tech experts energizing the community with free May online lectures

April 30, 2020

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic putting in-person learning opportunities on hold, Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science (FESNS) has developed a unique plan to share information about its curriculum and related research activities.

Screen capture image from Engineering Outreach's 'build a boat' online lesson for students in grades 5-8 (April 28, 2020).

Ontario Tech’s Engineering Outreach programs for kids thriving

April 30, 2020

While the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily changes the education landscape, Ontario Tech University’s Engineering Outreach team has launched a new remote learning program, c_wonder: At Home.

Douglas Allingham, Chair, Ontario Tech University Board of Governors (far right), with student volunteers.

Ontario Tech University applauds its volunteers for their dedicated service to the university

April 20, 2020

During National Volunteer Week (Sunday, April 19 to Saturday, April 25), Ontario Tech University celebrates and thanks its many volunteers, including the university’s Board of Governors, students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. Throughout the academic year, they contribute their time and resources to serve our community in countless ways. The university accomplishes so much more, thanks to their dedication and generosity.

Dr. Steven Murphy is the President and Vice-Chancellor of Ontario Tech University.

Battling COVID-19: Universities partner with industry, government to combat the pandemic

April 14, 2020

On April 14, the National Post published an op-ed by President Dr. Steven Murphy on the important contributions universities like Ontario Tech are poised to make in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ontario Tech University's Virtual Open House took place March 28, but various tours and program information can still be found at ontariotechu.ca/openhouse.

Virtual Open House a huge success; Ontario Tech considering a second online event this spring

April 03, 2020

Demonstrating its reputational strength in innovation and technology, Ontario Tech created an interactive 360-degree virtual reality-enabled campus tour where viewers could walk around campus to check out labs, lecture halls, hallways, greenspaces and more.

Dr. Steven Murphy, President and Vice-Chancellor, Ontario Tech University.

Ontario Tech University: Taking a lead role in e-learning

April 02, 2020

Dr. Steven Murphy, President and Vice-Chancellor, and Co-Chair of eCampusOntario, answers questions about the rapid and seamless transition of Ontario Tech’s curriculum for the closing weeks of the Winter 2020 semester.

Ontario Tech University's 2020 Virtual Open House takes place Saturday, March 28, starting at 10 a.m.

Check out Ontario Tech University’s virtual Open House Saturday, March 28

March 24, 2020

Physical distancing may be forcing people to stay indoors, but it hasn’t stopped Ontario Tech University’s Open House. Looking to give future students and applicants as much access and information as possible to learn more about us, the university’s annual event has been transformed into a digital, interactive Virtual Open House (ontariotechu.ca/openhouse) on Saturday, March 28.

Dr. Emma Bartfay, Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ontario Tech University.

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