Letter to the Ontario Human Rights Commission on York University’s Actions to Address Systemic Discrimination

Dear Chief Commissioner Chadha, Thank you for your letters dated December 18, 2020, and April 14, 2021. We welcome the opportunity to share with you the many initiatives and actions we have taken and continue to take at York University to address concerns of racism, including anti-Black racism and anti-Indigenous racism, as well as all forms […]

Statement by President Lenton on the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd

Anti-Black racism is a serious and systemic problem that exists in our society, and York University acknowledges its responsibility to help build more equitable and inclusive communities. We know that the verdict delivered in Minneapolis helps mark an important moment in building a more just society, but it must also serve to inspire meaningful action […]

Appointment of E. Louise Spencer as Acting Vice-President, Advancement | Nomination de E. Louise Spencer au poste de vice-présidente par intérim de l’avancement

Dear Colleagues, I am delighted to announce that E. Louise Spencer has been appointed Acting Vice-President, Advancement, effective April 1, 2021. In her current role as Assistant Vice-President, Development, Louise is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership of a team of 30 Advancement colleagues, who represent the faculties and key interests of the University, including the Annual […]

A Statement from President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton and Vice-President Equity, People & Culture Sheila Cote-Meek on Anti-Asian Racism | Déclaration de la présidente et vice-chancelière, Rhonda Lenton, et de la vice-présidente de l’équité, des personnes et de la culture, Sheila Cote-Meek, à propos du racisme anti-Asiatiques

The York University community is deeply saddened by the shootings of eight people in Georgia, including six women of Asian descent, highlighting a concerning rise in anti-Asian racism, including here in Canada.  York University denounces and condemns anti-Asian racism — and all forms of racism, violence and hatred — in the strongest possible terms. Maintaining […]

York University celebrates International Women's Day | L’Université York célèbre la Journée internationale des femmes

La version française suit la version anglaise. Dear Colleagues, Today, York University is delighted to join communities around the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. Click here to watch a short video message York has long been recognized as a leader in gender equality. For more than three decades, our School of Gender, Sexuality and […]

VP Advancement Jeff O’Hagan selected to become Vice-President, University Advancement at Western University | Jeff O’Hagan, vice-président à la promotion, est le futur vice-président à la promotion de l’Université Western

It is with mixed emotions that I share the news that Jeff O’Hagan, York’s Vice-President Advancement, will be leaving the University on April 1 for a new role as Vice-President, University Advancement at Western University. While I am sorry to lose Jeff as a colleague, I know that this new role is an excellent opportunity […]

Multi-Year Agreements

As part of the 2005 Ontario Budget, the government introduced its Reaching Higher plan that provides a cumulative investment of $6.2 B in Ontario's post-secondary education and training system by 2009-10. The government's goal is to use the Reaching Higher investments to improve the access, quality and accountability of the post-secondary education system. The Multi-Year […]

President’s Initiative on Open & Respectful Dialogue

Overview York University is committed to free speech and to ensuring a safe and respectful environment where community members are able to gather and express diverse ideas. On November 20, 2019, an event and protest took place on the York University Keele campus that resulted in verbal and physical confrontations. As a University that deeply […]

Celebrating Black History Month and Recommitting to Action | Célébrons le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs et renouvelons notre engagement

This February marks the 25th anniversary of the first time Black History Month was officially commemorated in Canada. Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate Black culture, and recognize the contributions made by the Black students, staff, instructors, and alumni of York University.   Indeed, we are grateful to Black community members for their insights and […]

A Statement from York University President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton on the First Anniversary of the Flight 752 Tragedy | Déclaration de Rhonda Lenton, présidente et vice-chancelière de l’Université York, à l’occasion du premier anniversaire de la tragédie du vol 752

Today, on the first anniversary of the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752, the York University community remembers the victims of this tragic event, including three of our own students: Sadaf Hajiaghavand, an upper-year student in York’s Bachelor of Human Resources Management program; Pegah Safar Poor Koloor, a first-year Faculty of Science student, studying […]