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. If you don’t already receive The York University Brief, you can sign up for it here.
At York, we are curious and progressive by nature. These qualities fuel knowledge and discovery within our community and enable success and groundbreaking research in a wide range of subject areas.
We take pride in our innovative community, and look forward to sharing more about it with you.
Sincerely,
Ijade Maxwell Rodrigues
Chief of Government and Community Relations & Protocol
Current Issue: March 2026
Top Stories
YorkU signs MOU with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
This month, York University Interim President Lisa Philipps and Chief Margaret Sault of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work collaboratively in the spirit of reciprocity. As part of the agreement, York will advance its ongoing work to address Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and work with MCFN to co-create spaces and learning outcomes. Read more.
York University partners with York Region to host Talent and Industry Forum
Presented in partnership with York University, York Region and York Regional Police, the Gateways to Pathways: Talent and Industry Forum brought together employers, job seekers, community organizations, and private sector partners to explore how inclusive hiring, equitable employment practices, and collaboration can strengthen our local economy. Read more.
YSpace earns provincial award for inclusive business education
YSpace, York University’s entrepreneurship and innovation hub, has been recognized alongside community partners for leadership in delivering inclusive economic programming. YSpace’s Founders Fundamental Certificate Program, delivered in partnership with the City of Markham’s Small Business Centre and the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance (BEA), won the Inclusive Community Based Initiative & Programming Award at the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Awards of Excellence. The award highlights initiatives that show measurable community impact through equitable economic development, demonstrating the University’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read more.