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Mar 25	Ontario Research Fund supports cutting-edge research projects at Lakehead University (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Through the Ontario Research Fund - Research Infrastructure Program, Lakehead University will receive over $800,000 to purchase state-of-the-art equipment for new research projects.
Mar 18	Can a Tiny Shrimp Reverse an Environmental Disaster? Biologist Dr. Michael Rennie has the answer. (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Dr. Michael Rennie's innovative research is helping restore aquatic ecosystems in the northern Ontario that have been damaged by acid rain.
Mar 12	Dr. Rita Shelton Deverell reappointed as Chancellor (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) “I’m not done yet!” Deverell explains
Mar 11	CERAH March Newsletter
Mar 11	Webinar Series: The Current State of Academic Freedom (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia)
Mar 11	UArctic Webinar Series 2025 (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia)
Mar 11	Lakehead University 2025 Honours + Juried Student Exhibitions (Thunder Bay)
Mar 11	Ingenuity Ascend Accelerator Program (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia)
Mar 11	ITSTARTS at Lakehead Orillia (Orillia) Celebrate diversity and belonging with ITSTARTS 2025
Mar 7	Dr. Gillian Balfour appointed Provost and Vice-President, Academic (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Dr. Balfour joins Lakehead from Thompson Rivers University and begins her appointment on July 1, 2025.
Mar 5	Outstanding Lakehead Students: Meet the Canadian Hearing Services National Scholarship Recipients (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Lakehead students Rylind Davis and Seth Mandel are among just 30 students from across Canada to receive 2024-25 Canadian Hearing Services National Scholarships.
Mar 5	Indigenous spirit, culture celebrated at annual Powwow (Thunder Bay) Experience sights, sounds, and traditions of Indigenous culture at the 35th annual Powwow.
Mar 4	Research and Innovation Bulletin (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Information on research funding opportunities, events and workshops, and updates from our funding partners.
Mar 3	Supporting Educators to Accelerate Climate Change Education (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Dr. Ellen Field is leading the Accelerating Climate Change Education in Teacher Education project, which provides learning opportunities for practising teachers, teacher candidates, and faculty of education members in Canada.
Feb 28	BMO donates $1 million for new Indigenous learning spaces at Lakehead University (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Students at Lakehead University will soon have access to enriched experiences through a new outdoor learning space dedicated to Indigenous education, cultural engagement, and community connection thanks to a $1 million donation from BMO.
Feb 28	Research & Innovation Week underscores importance of research-driven progress in today’s world (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Calibre of research activity shapes Lakehead’s international reputation
Feb 25	Lakehead researchers awarded international research positions (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Critical work in Canada and other Arctic countries led to prestigious UArctic appointments
Feb 24	Join us for the fourth annual Royal Mental Hygiene Challenge! ?? (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) We challenge you to join us in building healthy mental hygiene habits that support your mental wellness!
Feb 20	Student, faculty researchers demonstrate research excellence during milestone Research & Innovation Week (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) The public is invited to explore impactful research projects and engage with leading Lakehead researchers
Feb 19	Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race team wins big in first entry (Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Pioneering group of Engineering students sets high bar for future competitions

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