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Twin brothers Tyrus and Cyrus Tsui are two of this year's seven recipients of major incoming scholarships at Ontario Tech University (see gallery of recipients at end of story*). * Image of Global Leadership Award recipient Marie Ange Nishimwe Ingabire unavailable at time of publication.

Twin brothers headline Ontario Tech’s list of 2025-2026 major scholarship recipients

June 27, 2025

Ontario Tech University annually awards prestigious entrance scholarships to seven outstanding incoming students. The scholarship program’s five categories recognize secondary school students with exceptional achievements in academics, leadership and community involvement throughout their high school career.

Students outside of Shawenjigewining Hall, at Ontario Tech university's north Oshawa campus.

Ontario Tech breaks enrolment record once again as demand for future-ready programs grows

June 16, 2025

As of June 5, more than 2,200 Ontario high school applicants have already confirmed their offers to attend Ontario Tech for the 2025-2026 academic year, a 9.3 per cent increase over last year, surpassing the provincial average of 6.4 per cent. This marks the third consecutive year with more than 2,000 domestic confirmations, representing an impressive 57.4 per cent increase since 2020.

Spring Convocation on Polonsky Commons at Ontario Tech University's north Oshawa campus.

Ontario Tech to celebrate more than 2,200 graduates and six distinguished honorary degree recipients at Spring Convocation

May 20, 2025

Ontario Tech University will proudly recognize the accomplishments of the Class of 2025, set against the scenic backdrop of Polonsky Commons at the north Oshawa campus from Wednesday, June 4 to Friday, June 6.

A new system uses indicators such as low grades or missed assignments to alert academic advisors earlier and get students help.

Helping students sooner: Ontario Tech to launch Early Alert System to support student success and well-being

May 08, 2025

Ontario Tech is proactively supporting student success thanks to a new online system that spots potential concerns before they impact academic progress.

Shawenjigewining Hall at Ontario Tech University's north Oshawa campus.

A historic year of giving: Tech with a Conscience donors propel Ontario Tech to new philanthropic heights

April 29, 2025

Ontario Tech University proudly celebrates an important milestone: a record-breaking fiscal year for new investment in the advancement of ethical technology, student success and groundbreaking research.

Ontario Tech staff and volunteers from the Tech With Conscience cabinet gathered at the annual Chancellor’s Dinner, October 2024.

Volunteers making waves and a difference at Ontario Tech

April 25, 2025

Ontario Tech University is celebrating its countless volunteers for their support and invaluable contributions in recognition of National Volunteer Week, from Sunday, April 27, to Saturday, May 3. The university takes great pride in recognizing the remarkable impact of its volunteer community and their generous efforts.

Except where noted, affiliations are Ontario Tech University. From left: Yasmin Abdulla, Manager, Community and Cultural Relations, Office of Student Life; Dr. Mary Bluechardt, Deputy Provost; Anita Anuyah, Senior Manager, Smart Automation, Scotiabank; Sophia Doulaghsingh, Director, Community Partnerships, Scotiabank; Breanne McAlpin, fourth-year Life Sciences specialization student, Faculty of Science; Tasnim Shariff, Senior Manager, Community Partnerships, Scotiabank; Yvonne Stefanin, Director, Philanthropy. (February 2025)

Ontario Tech launches Black Youth Visionary Program with $500,000 investment from Scotiabank

April 01, 2025

Ontario Tech University is proud to announce a $500,000 investment from Scotiabank through ScotiaRISE, the Bank’s $500 million commitment and community investment initiative. This contribution supports the university’s Tech with a Conscience fundraising campaign, which emphasizes ethical leadership and the human impact of technological research and innovation.

Eight Ontario Tech students and three Brilliant Catalyst staff members at the 2025 Enactus Canada Regional Exposition (Central Canada) in Mississauga, Ontario (March 2025).

Ontario Tech student-entrepreneurs empowered through partnership with Jennifer and Christian Lassonde

March 28, 2025

A generous donation from Jennifer and Christian Lassonde will help Ontario Tech University students address social and economic challenges through innovation and entrepreneurship.

Fueling the Canadian Olympic pipeline: RBC Training Ground coming to Ontario Tech University

February 13, 2025

On Sunday, February 23, Ontario Tech University will be a host venue for RBC Training Ground, a talent identification and athlete funding program to discover young athletes with Olympic potential.

Ontario Tech marks Black History Month

February 03, 2025

February marks Black History Month: a time to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of Black community members in Canada, and around the world.

Students outside the Regent Theatre at Ontario Tech University's downtown Oshawa location.

Tech-driven and career-focused programs make Ontario Tech a top student choice

January 28, 2025

Fresh off its rise to the No. 1 spot for reputation in the 2025 Canadian University Rankings by Maclean’s magazine, Ontario Tech has once again surpassed 13,000 applications for the second consecutive year—cementing its reputation as a top choice for future-ready students.

Dr. Steven Murphy, President and Vice-Chancellor, Ontario Tech University and Truedan Bubble Tea owner, Pratheepan Rajah.

New on-campus food options at Ontario Tech enhance student experience

January 14, 2025

Individuals on campus now have even more reasons to stick around, with additional options for delicious, nutritious and convenient food and drinks.

2024 marked many milestones at Ontario Tech University.

Reflections of 2024: Celebrating success, innovation and community at Ontario Tech University

December 19, 2024

Ontario Tech University celebrates another successful year as it continues to shine brightly as a highly sought-after post-secondary education institution for learning, teaching and working.

Ontario Tech university criminology and justice researcher Dr. Barbara Perry is a 2024 appointee of the Order of Canada.

Ontario Tech’s Dr. Barbara Perry appointed to the Order of Canada

December 18, 2024

Ontario Tech University proudly celebrates Dr. Barbara Perry, a global expert on hate crime, for her appointment to the Order of Canada—one of the country’s highest honours.

Ontario Tech hosts 17th annual Engineering Robotics Competition

December 09, 2024

Hundreds of Ontario high school and intermediate students gathered November 30 at Ontario Tech University for the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science’s (FEAS) 17th annual Engineering Robotics Competition, an event designed to spark student’s interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Back row, from left: Dr. Olena Zenkina; Dr. Ahmad Barari; Dr. Bobby Stojanoski; Dr. Winnie Sun; Dr. JoAnne Arcand; Dr. Lindsay Malloy; Dr. Jean-Paul Desaulniers; Dr. Les Jacobs, Vice-President, Research and Innovation; Dr. Amirali Salehi-Abari; Dr Bill Kaprolos. Front row: Dr. Robyn Ruttenberg-Rozen. Absent: Dr. Ibrahim Dincer (October 29, 2024).

Ontario Tech’s newest Research Excellence Chairs showcase university’s transformational research

November 18, 2024

In addition to being home to 10 Canada Research Chairs and a host of industrial research chairs, each fall the university designates a cohort of faculty leaders as Research Excellence Chairs (REC) and Research Excellence Award (REA) winners.

Kevin Pelech, Ontario Tech University Commerce and Marketing Class of 2021 and current master's degree candidate in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Featured in the Tech with a Conscience campaign, Kevin represents the next generation of responsible leaders, trained at Ontario Tech to shape the future of technological advancement and innovation.

Tech with a Conscience: Ontario Tech University unveils fundraising campaign supporting student success and future growth

November 13, 2024

Ontario Tech University proudly unveils its future-focused Tech with a Conscience fundraising campaign, a vital component of its expansion and renewal plan intended to further support students and industry partners in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.

Ontario Tech Ridgebacks men's soccer team celebrates its first-ever Ontario University Athletics championship after defeating the York Lions 2-1 in the final. (November 2, 2024)

Ridgebacks men’s soccer team wins Ontario championship

November 04, 2024

For the first time, the Ontario Tech Ridgebacks men’s soccer team is the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) champion.

Students at Ontario Tech University's Polonsky Commons (at the university's north Oshawa location).

Ontario Tech claims No. 1 spot for reputation in the new Maclean’s University Rankings

October 25, 2024

Ontario Tech University’s growth in reputation is highlighted in the latest 2025 Canadian post-secondary rankings published by Maclean’s magazine.

At 87 years old, Patricia Bayley decided to enrol in the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education at Ontario Tech in the Doctor of Education program.

Patricia Bayley’s inspiring commitment to lifelong learning: Meet Ontario Tech University’s 87-year-old PhD student

October 21, 2024

At 87 years old, Patricia Bayley is not your typical doctoral degree student. But even if she has many more decades of life experience, Bayley is demonstrating there is a place for her, and for others, at Ontario Tech University to pursue a lifelong adventure in education.