Sports
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.
Say hello again: Ontario Tech University’s new brand wins national marketing award
November 24, 2020
As its new brand gains traction and recognition among all audiences both new and longstanding, Ontario Tech University’s vibrant new presence is winning praise from the highest tier of Canadian marketing experts.
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 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.
Canadian motorsports industry leaders experience ACE, Ontario Tech University’s world-class R&D facility
February 26, 2020
On February 26, leaders and representatives from across Canada’s motorsports industry checked out the world’s most extreme classroom at Ontario Tech University for hot wheel demos and interactive displays in ACE’s various test chambers.
Moments and milestones: Ontario Tech University in 2019
December 17, 2019
As Ontario Tech readies itself for the promise of new opportunities in the discovery and application of knowledge at the dawn of a new decade, the university reflects on the past transformative year.
Ontario Tech University’s new basketball teams energize campus spirit
November 01, 2019
A new era of campus excitement at Ontario Tech University began November 3 with the first-ever regular season Ridgebacks basketball home games.
Regional Chair’s Classic in memory of Roger Anderson celebrates another successful year
June 14, 2019
This year $280,000 was raised to support students in financial need at Ontario Tech University and Durham College (DC), as well as child and youth programs at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences.
Dawn of a new era: Say hello to Ontario Tech University
March 27, 2019
The University of Ontario Institute of Technology will begin writing a new chapter in the coming months as it transitions to a distinct new brand. Between now and the start of the next academic year in September, the campus will transform into Ontario Tech University. The university will sport a new look and feel with an exciting new visual identity and market positioning.