Picture of Queen's Park
COU Statement: Response to Ontario Fall 2020 Budget
Ontario’s universities support the government’s critical investments to protect and support the public from COVID-19 while positioning the province for a strong recovery.
Partnering to Support Ontario's Recovery
Ontario’s universities have a vital role to play in fortifying our province and helping address the urgent needs of Ontario. Our pre-budget submission details how, through a Five-Point Plan to Support Ontario’s Recovery, government and universities can partner to tackle the priorities that are critical to Ontario’s economic growth, both now and in the future; creating a more prosperous future for our students, communities and the province.
The Council of Ontario Universities appoints Steve Orsini as its next President and CEO
With a mission to partner for the benefit and prosperity of students, communities and the province, the Council of Ontario Universities, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Orsini as President and CEO, effective September 14, 2020.
University Researchers Working to Improve Women’s Health Across Ontario
Breast cancer survivors and women who have been victims of gender-based violence are among those whose lives could be transformed by novel research being carried out by this year’s recipients of the Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award.
Downtown Kingston, Ontario
Helping Strengthen Community Resilience
Ontario's universities, researchers and students are partnering to support the recovery of our province and will continue to work with municipalities to reimagine public services and strengthen community resiliency.
Collage of university students
Ensuring an Enriching Experience for Students This Fall, and Beyond
Whether its delivering co-op education experiences online, virtual student mentoring or adapting and developing courses, learn more about how universities will continue to ensure students have access to the high quality programs and services they require to thrive throughout their university years and beyond.
Picture of Queen's Park
COU Statement: Reopening of Postsecondary Institutions
Ontario’s universities remain committed to a safe and measured resumption of in-person instruction for the summer term and look forward to welcoming a new cohort of students this fall.
A Message from the Presidents and Principals of Ontario’s Universities
"Ontario universities are planning for a fall term and are focused on finding ways to create an enriching university experience. While each institution will develop its own approach to the fall term, we are united by the common goal of delivering university programs that will support student success." Read this message from the presidents and principals of Ontario's universities.
Ontario’s Universities: Supporting Students, Communities and the Province During COVID-19
As the province navigates the challenges of COVID-19, Ontario’s universities are committed to addressing the urgent needs of the province and to protecting the health and well-being of all Ontarians. Here are just some of the ways universities are working together across sectors to support the success of students, foster innovative research and help workers in the global fight against COVID-19.
Partnering in the Fight Against COVID-19
Ontario’s universities have a significant role to play in the fight against COVID-19. Visit this landing page to find more information about how universities are partnering in the global fight against the pandemic, links to each Ontario university’s COVID-19 page and additional resources.
Learn more
Ontario’s universities are actively working with their
partners on the issues that matter most to Ontarians.

We are partnering to grow the economy, to equip graduates with skills and experience for the jobs of the future, to improve health care so that Ontarians can lead longer and healthier lives, and to support life-changing ideas and discoveries through research and innovation.

Better Future 02
Better Future 04
Better Future 03
Making an Impact
Providing fresh produce and food to those in need
Learn More
Students design drones to fly supplies to remote communities
Learn More
Digital resources for first-year chemistry students
Learn More
News & Updates
Picture of Queen's Park
November 05, 2020
COU Statement: Response to Ontario Fall 2020 Budget
Ontario’s Response to COVID-19
October 20, 2020
Partnering to Support Ontario’s Response to COVID-19 and Economic Recovery
Students: Building a Brighter Future for our Province
September 08, 2020
Ontario’s University Students: Building a Brighter Future for our Province
Issues Ontarians'
Care About
We spent a year listening to what Ontarians had to say about their hopes, concerns, ideas and aspirations for the future. Through partnering with others, Ontario's universities are working together to attain those hopes, alleviate those concerns, and make those ideas a reality. Learn about our commitments to creating a better Ontario.
icon-jobs-skills-blue
Jobs and Skills
icon-jobs-skills-economy-blue
The Economy
icon-research-innovation-blue
Research and
Innovation
icon-healthcare-blue
Health Care
Icon-mental-health-blue
Mental Health
icon-community-blue
Building Strong
Communities
icon-access-blue
Access
icon-environment-blue
The Environment
icon-diversity-blue
Diversity
How We're Partnering for
a Better Future for Ontario
Ontario's universities are actively working with partners to ensure our students thrive, our communities are vibrant and our province remains dynamic.
Partnering to help Ontario
Ontarians Talk About
Their Future
2020 Fall Pre-Budget Submission to the Ontario Government

Our pre-budget submission details how, through a Five-Point Plan to Support Ontario’s Recovery, government and universities can partner to tackle the priorities that are critical to Ontario’s economic growth, both now and in the future; creating a more prosperous future for our students, communities and the province.

Read the Submission
For more reports, infographics and data, browse our resources section