In continuing our commitment to providing a high-quality and intensive Master of Public Policy program and in recognition of an ever-increasing cost of living, the Max Bell School will be increasing our entrance scholarships to $15,000 each for eligible Canadian applicants (citizens and permanent residents) beginning in fall 2025. These scholarships are based on merit, and all applicants will be considered automatically unless otherwise specified. The funding will be awarded to accepted students during their year attending the MPP program.

September 26, 2024 | Professor David Shribman, wrote an article about the US elections and how they will affect Canada. "The implications of a Trump presidency may have more serious immediate implications for Ukraine and Poland, but they cannot be underestimated for Canada." He continued, "it is deeply revealing about the country that sits to the north but which is far from the consciousness of most Americans, whose ignorance about their neighbor has long rankled Canadians.

We are entering a 6-week period referred to as the "fall shoulder season", which runs from end of September to early November. It is during this period that we switch from cooling our buildings to heating them. This transition does not affect the ventilation levels in the spaces, only the temperature.

Although the University is transitioning toward more flexible and adaptable systems, it remains difficult to maintain stable temperatures in some of our buildings at this time of the year, given the outdoor temperature fluctuations.

September 23, 2024 | Alumnus Anil Wasif MPP'21 wrote about the revival of Bangladesh during the current UN General Assembly in New York. "Yunus’ return to the international stage at the UNGA symbolizes a significant moment of reputational redemption after he endured over a decade of politically motivated legal harassment under Sheikh Hasina’s government," wrote Anil. Yunus and Biden’s talks may very well open doors for deeper economic collaboration.

September 6, 2024 | Taylor Owen spoke about the online harms of social media and how having uniform social media regulations enforced across all digital platforms, can help with the online governance on The Star.

As construction activities continue on McGill campuses and surrounding areas, here are a few safety instructions and tips: