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Universities are at the heart of strong societies. 

One of the key roles of a university is to have difficult conversations and fearlessly tackle big issues for the betterment of all. Research is not done in a vacuum and learning is in service of change. Teaching, learning and a commitment to act have always been tied. 

On Sept. 9 and 10 a Scholar Strike is planned across Canada to bring attention to racism and institutional brutality directed against Black, Indigenous and other racialized communities. 

As affirmed in previous statements, the Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà strongly condemns anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism and racism in all forms. This is a defining issue of our times.  

Faculty and students may choose to participate in Sep. 9 and 10 events. In the coming weeks and months, the University will be hosting a series of conversations and workshops on this topic. These workshops underpin a stronger university action plan under development by Dr. Malinda Smith, our vice-provost (equity, diversity and inclusion), and Dr. Michael Hart, our vice-provost (Indigenous engagement). We encourage active participation in these conversations. We all have a role to play. 

On behalf of the executive leadership team of the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ, 

Ed McCauley
President and Vice Chancellor