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May 6	Lakehead University and Grassy Narrows Mercury Care Home Formalize Partnership to Advance Education and Community Priorities (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Barrie STEM Hub) The MOU outlines a shared commitment to expand access to postsecondary education for Grassy Narrows First Nation members, introduce new training programs and micro-credentials, support student placements in the community, and advance research that responds directly to local needs and priorities.
May 5	Raising Up the Voices of People Affected by the Opioid Crisis (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Barrie STEM Hub) SSHRC Storyteller Sydney Ambury Advocates for Care and Compassion
May 1	A rare ecosystem has survived an ice age, but can it survive humans? (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Barrie STEM Hub) , (Georgian - Barrie) Researcher Dr. Gerardo Reyes is Working to Protect Alvar Landscapes
Apr 30	$2-Million Gift From Joyce Family Foundation Expands Access to Education at Lakehead University (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Barrie STEM Hub) The gift will establish The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary, an endowed fund that will provide three bursaries of $22,000 ($5,500 payable per year for four years) per year and directly benefit students who face financial challenges. The first bursaries will be given out in September 2026.
Apr 28	Wolfie's Closet Open Year Round (Thunder Bay)
Apr 28	Red Dress Day Calls on Us to End a National Tragedy (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Barrie STEM Hub) , (Georgian - Barrie) Tamara Bernard is Fighting Alongside Indigenous Women and Girls
Apr 24	Alumni Spotlight: Community Leader Erin Beagle (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Georgian - Barrie) She’s Helped Create a Place Where Everyone Knows Your Name
Apr 21	Earth Day 2026 at LU (Thunder Bay)
Apr 21	The Courage of her Convictions (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Barrie STEM Hub) , (Georgian - Barrie) Law Student Jigme Tsering Stands Up for the Marginalized
Apr 21	Research and Innovation Bulletin (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Information on research funding opportunities, events and workshops and updates from our funding partners.
Apr 16	Why do we sometimes ignore our gut instincts? (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Georgian - Barrie) Dr. Beth Visser Wants to Help People Escape Dangerous Situations
Apr 14	Research and Innovation Bulletin (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) The Research and Innovation Bulletin is distributed weekly every Tuesday by the Office of Research Services and includes information on research funding opportunities, events and workshops and updates from our funding partners.
Apr 14	This Rising Changemaker Wants a Better World for Everyone (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Barrie STEM Hub) , (Georgian - Barrie) Student Leader Aliss Chavarri Excels at Taking on Tough Challenges
Apr 14	Moose Hide Campaign (Thunder Bay)
Apr 13	Paws for a Cause: Thunder Bay Steps Up, One Paw at a Time (Thunder Bay) Local Pet Valu Stores Support CDVMP
Apr 9	Eighth Ascend Accelerator Cohort Launches Businesses Focused on Wellness and Security (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia)
Apr 7	John Mulloy Rebuilt His Life After Facing Devastation (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Barrie STEM Hub) Humanities 101 Program Helped Put Him on a Better Path
Apr 2	OVC and Lakehead Accelerate Veterinary Training Expansion with Key Leadership Appointment (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) , (Online) , (Barrie STEM Hub)
Mar 31	Media Arts Showcase Opens April 1 (Orillia)
Mar 31	Government of Canada Invests $1.5 million so Lakehead University Can Expand, Create New Programming and Form Strategic Alliances (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) FedNor Funds Will Support Sustained Access to Veterinary Expertise in Thunder Bay and Across Northern Ontario.

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