Sports
Ontario Tech researcher looking to create national Safe Sport handbook
July 26, 2024
Ontario Tech’s Dr. Joseph Gurgis says one of the reasons safe sport goals have not been reached is due the development of dozens of safeguarding initiatives that are intended to support a safe environment, but are not empirically or theoretically driven. Dr. Gurgis is addressing this gap through new research leading to the development of a resource that will provide coherent, effective and proven safe-sport guidelines.
Participation in Special Olympics linked to reduced risk of diabetes among individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
June 28, 2024
New research led by the Faculty of Health Sciences at Ontario Tech University and published in Diabetic Medicine, reveals participation in Special Olympics programming is associated with a significantly lower risk of diabetes among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Regional Chair’s Classic celebrates Roger Anderson’s legacy, raises money for community
June 14, 2024
Ontario Tech University students in financial need will benefit from the great generosity shown at the 2024 Regional Chair’s Classic in memory of Roger Anderson.
Ontario Tech practicum student helping to spread love for sport through placement with Their Opportunity charity
April 02, 2024
Ontario Tech University student Uwais Mirza has been moved by his experiences while working with national children’s charity Their Opportunity and seeing the organization fulfil its mission of making sports more accessible for kids.
Ontario Tech Ridgebacks men’s basketball team leaps into national Top-10 rankings for the first time
February 07, 2024
The Ontario Tech Athletics program is scripting one of the most compelling narratives in Canadian university sports this year.
Ontario Tech University: Celebrating a year of milestones and achievements
December 20, 2023
As part of our 20th anniversary celebrations, we present 20 selected highlights from 2023.
Ridgebacks men’s soccer team hosting a home playoff game for second straight season
October 24, 2023
The Ontario Tech Ridgebacks men’s soccer team will begin its quest for the provincial championship on Saturday, October 28 with a home playoff game at Vaso’s Field.
Reaching for the top: Ridgebacks men’s soccer team holds No. 7 ranking in Canada
October 11, 2023
While Ontario Tech University celebrates its 20th anniversary during this academic year, the Ridgebacks men’s soccer team is enjoying extended time in the national spotlight.
Ontario Tech mourns the passing of Bob Baun, hockey legend, honorary doctorate recipient and longtime university supporter
August 15, 2023
Ontario Tech University is saddened to learn of the passing of philanthropist, Toronto Maple Leaf legend, and businessman Robert (Bobby) Baun.
Ontario Tech University PhD candidates advancing talent identification and mental performance research in sports
July 21, 2023
New research at Ontario Tech University has the potential to improve the way Canada’s top athletes are identified, selected, and supported to help them achieve their highest potential. Faculty of Health Sciences (FHSc) PhD candidates Garrett Blakey and Bryan McLaughlin are leading innovative research in the fields of talent identification and mental-performance consulting that could improve sports organization practices and advance the playing field for elite athletes.
Ontario Tech University awarded rights to host its first-ever U SPORTS national championship event
June 28, 2023
The Ontario Tech Ridgebacks varsity sports program has been granted their right to host a U SPORTS national championship for the first time.
Ontario Tech proudly supports Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games and parasport research
January 31, 2023
Ontario Tech University will play several key roles in supporting the Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games, taking place Friday, February 3 through Sunday, February 5.
Ontario Tech researchers show Special Olympics participation reduces risk of depression in young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
January 20, 2023
A breakthrough research study by Faculty of Health Sciences researchers at Ontario Tech University shows an indisputable mental health benefit, including a reduced risk of depression, among young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who participate in Special Olympics programming.
Looking back, looking forward: Ontario Tech University in 2022
December 20, 2022
As the university reaches the midpoint of its 20th academic year, we look back at a few highlights from 2022.
Roger Anderson’s legacy lives on with Regional Chair’s Classic
June 13, 2022
This year’s event raised $290,000 for students in financial need at Durham College and Ontario Tech University. Funds will also go towards youth programs at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. Thanks to the generosity of participants and supporters, the event has raised over $7.2 million since the Classic first began.
Double Ontario Tech grad now a Canada Research Chair at Acadia University
January 20, 2022
One of Ontario Tech University’s earliest students is now a member of a elite group of Canadian researchers. On January 12, Dr. Emily Bremer became one of the newest academics across the country to be appointed a Canada Research Chair (CRC), designated with the portfolio of Healthy Inclusive Communities.
Leanne Elliott’s remarkable Ontario Tech academic journey leads to Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
October 04, 2021
For as long as she can remember, Leanne Elliott has had an indelible connection to athletics. Leanne had no idea as a youngster that her legacy of high-level sports activities would ultimately become the foundation of her pursuit of a doctorate in Kinesiology.
Ontario Tech University mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals coming to campus
August 12, 2021
Following discussions surrounding the ongoing risks posed by COVID-19, including the emergence of new variants, Ontario Tech University will now require all students, faculty, staff and all other individuals coming to any campus location to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Ontario Tech University extends COVID-19 vaccination requirements to varsity athletes
August 06, 2021
Ontario Tech University is extending COVID-19 vaccination requirements to include all varsity student-athletes for the upcoming 2021-2022 season. This decision follows discussions between university administration and the Department of Athletics, and is supported by the university’s Pandemic Response Team.
CFLPA Academy announces new partnership with Ontario Tech University
July 28, 2021
The CFLPA Academy and Ontario Tech University have established a new partnership aimed at helping address the diverse needs of the CFLPA membership as they transition to the life after Football.
ACE in the race: Ontario Tech announces partnership with FEL Motorsports
June 21, 2021
Through the Automotive Centre of Excellence, Ontario Tech is a major sponsor of the FEL Cup Canada (FCC) presented by Michelin for Radical racecars. ACE will also play a role in the FEL Sports Car Championship Canada by offering R&D vehicle-testing time for the series champions in its renowned Climatic Wind Tunnel.
Ontario Tech President appointed to U SPORTS Board of Directors
June 17, 2021
Dr. Steven Murphy, Ontario Tech’s University's President and Vice-Chancellor, has been involved with return to sport at the provincial level, and he’ll now add the national university sport profile to his priorities. Dr. Murphy has joined the U SPORTS Board of Directors as the representative for Ontario University Athletics (OUA). He has served as OUA Vice-Chair since November 2020.
In retrospect: Ontario Tech University in 2020
December 22, 2020
As Ontario Tech positions itself for the promise of new opportunities and innovative approaches in post-secondary education, and in the discovery and application of knowledge in 2021, the university reflects on moments and milestones from the past year.
