McGill Desautels leads the way in McGill Workplace Sustainability Certifications

Published: 21 December 2023

This winter, the sustainability efforts of 13 University offices were recognized by the rigorous Sustainable Workplace Certification program hosted by the McGill Office of Sustainability, with...

This holiday season, shoppers are spending more and getting less

Published: 21 December 2023

Christmas is just around the corner, and even with inflation slowing down, gift prices are higher than ever. Canada’s Consumer Price Index is at an all-time high of nearly 160 points, Associate...

Idealizing specific body types in the workplace causes inequities

Published: 20 December 2023

When you think of a shopping centre Santa Claus, a specific body type comes to mind: a bearded, rosy-cheeked, older, white man. In fact, many work in fields where their bodies are intentionally...

Empowering Minds: A Recap of NeuroSphere’s Entrepreneurship Workshops

Published: 18 December 2023

In the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship, the journey often begins with a spark of inspiration and the right guidance. This year, NeuroSphere hosted a series of Entrepreneurship workshops,...

Raising tuition for out-of-province students risks undermining world-class academic programs, writes Prof. Henry Mintzberg

Published: 18 December 2023

Funding for universities is not a zero-sum game, writes John Cleghorn Professor of Management Henry Mintzberg in a LaPresse op-ed. And the Quebec government’s plan to increase tuition for out-of...

Change in nomenclature: Vice-Principal to Vice-President (Research and Innovation)

Published: 15 December 2023

On December 12, 2023, the changes in title for senior leadership positions at McGill from Principal to President and Vice-Principal to Vice-President became official....

Dominique Bérubé appointed next Vice-President (Research and Innovation)

Published: 15 December 2023

Professor Dominique Bérubé has been appointed the next Vice-President (Research and Innovation). Professor Bérubé’s five-year renewable term will begin on July 1, 2024....

When it comes to long-term thinking, family-controlled businesses have an advantage

Published: 14 December 2023

Family-controlled businesses demonstrate exceptional long-term performance. Since 2005, such businesses have significantly outperformed the S&P/TSX Composite. Family-controlled businesses...

Tip creep and tip-flation leading to a review of tipping culture in Canada

Published: 14 December 2023

Tipping has gotten out of control in Canada. Not only are restaurants’ automated payment systems prompting patrons for tips of up to 30%, there are even some tip prompts at self-serve kiosks. More...

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