The Government and Community Relations & Protocol (GCRP) team at York University aims to cultivate and enhance strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for positions and policies that align with the values and mission of the University.
Our goal is to increase external awareness of our unique strengths and achievements and advance the University’s reputation while promoting our contribution to the economic and social well-being of the communities in which we serve.
York University Impact - Economic and Social Impact Report 2020
21,226
As of 2019, there are 21,226 people ages 25 to 64 with university degrees they would not otherwise have because of York
13.5%
York alumni are 13.5% more likely to have volunteered in the past 12 months than other university graduates in the GTA
$2.3B
Total estimated spending footprint of York, its students and its alumni in 2018 is $2.3 billion
$45.87M
York University received $45.87 million in partnership research funding through more than 800 agreements
Top Stories - The York University Brief
The York University Brief is the Office of the President’s monthly newsletter. It provides us with the opportunity to share stories about some of York’s best and brightest with our valued partners, so that you are able to celebrate our successes with us.
York School of Medicine receives $55.8M from Ontario government
The York University School of Medicine is progressing toward accreditation and its planned 2028 opening, backed by an investment of $55.8 million from the Ontario government. This investment combines $31 million in start-up funding with initial operating support to cover key milestones – including accreditation, curriculum development, faculty recruitment, establishment of a medical library and operational and training costs for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Read more.
Cinespace helps develop York U student talent for film and TV industry
Cinespace is extending an already successful and meaningful partnership with the University by donating the exclusive use of its Stage 1 and 2 by York University Motion Media Studio for an additional two years. The gift will allow students from York’s School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design to learn the art and craft of the film industry through hands-on exploration, experiential learning and practical training in the latest media technologies. Read more.
Ontario funding more than 5,200 seats at York U to prepare students for in-demand careers
The Ontario government has invested $101 million to fund 5,260 additional seats at York University to connect more students to good-paying, in-demand careers across STEM, health and education, with seats available for student enrollment as early as the fall 2026 academic year. Read more.