Glendon College

Social media use linked to poorer mental health in older Canadians, study finds

Seniors are considered the fastest-growing group on the Internet, but does being connected online help or hinder mental health for older adults? According to a new study published in the open access journal PLOS Global Public Health led by York University Glendon College Associate Professor Hossam Ali-Hassan, while some Internet use such as email has been associated with mental health benefits, social media sites were linked to lower perceived mental health. 

eCampusOntario and York University’s Glendon College partner in support of the Camerise communities to strengthen French teacher training and retention in Ontario

CampusOntario and York University’s Glendon College are embarking on a new strategic partnership in support of the Camerise communities, a province‑wide initiative dedicated to the retention of French as a Second Language (FSL) teachers and the strengthening of professional development in French as a Language of Instruction (FLI) across Ontario.

Glendon College commemorated with new provincial plaque

The Ontario Heritage Trust, in collaboration with York University, unveiled a new provincial plaque at Glendon College that recognizes its pivotal role in advancing bilingual education in Ontario and across Canada. Glendon, York University’s founding campus, opened in September 1959 on the Toronto estate, built in the 1920s, that once belonged to the Wood family. Today, Glendon is a cornerstone of Ontario’s educational heritage.

York U’s Glendon College receives Two-Row Wampum Belt, marking milestone in partnership with Nokiiwin Tribal Council

The diplomatic and ceremonial exchange reinforces a commitment to Indigenous governance and shared responsibility

Le Collège Glendon de l’Université York reçoit une ceinture wampum à deux rangs, marquant ainsi une étape importante dans le partenariat avec le Conseil tribal Nokiiwin

Principal du Collège Glendon Marco Fiola est revenu de Thunder Bay avec un gage d’alliance revêtant une portée juridique et cérémonielle pérenne : une ceinture wampum à deux rangs.

Nokiiwin and York celebrate four years of co-creation with special recognition ceremony

This year's Nokiiwin Day will celebrate a deep, multi-faceted partnership between the Tribal Council and York University’s Glendon College.

Glendon Principal Marco Fiola discusses college’s new academic structure, French-language programming, and addition of Indigenous-language option

York University will award honorary degrees to four outstanding individuals recognized as exemplary changemakers during the 2023 Fall Convocation

From Oct. 11 to 20, graduates will cross the stage at six different ceremonies, with an additional ceremony for the School of Continuing Studies.

York University launches first-of-its-kind Observatory on Populism in Canada

New research team will examine how populism is reshaping political landscapes across the country. TORONTO, September 26, 2023 — Today, York University researchers are launching a new Observatory of Populism in Canada, a first of its kind endeavour in Canada that will generate, support, and highlight robust empirical and theoretical research on populism’s growing role in […]

Violence against women and girls persists: experts available

TORONTO, November 22, 2018 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a time to examine the reasons why violence against women and girls (VAWG) continues to rise around the world. The United Nations’ designated day, observed on November 25, puts a spotlight on this human rights violation of physical, sexual or […]