Unlocking impact: mid-year reflections
We didn’t want to wait until year's end to celebrate how ºìÁ«ÉçÇø has unlocked impact in 2025 — so we’re sharing a collection of mid-year reflections now.
From supporting students in achieving their goals and dreams, to celebrating their successes, to watching our graduates shine locally and around the world, we’re proud to share student stories of student impact.
This year, we’ve launched new initiatives, strengthened partnerships, expanded pathways for current and future students, and continued to innovate, using research to make our communities stronger.
Read on to explore the stories we're celebrating so far in 2025 —&²Ô²ú²õ±è;and the many ways ºìÁ«ÉçÇø is making a difference.
Supporting students
January 2025
Fourth-year Honours Bachelor of Music Theatre student EJ Candelaria became the first recipient of a bursary created by alumna Stephanie Graham to support young artists in underrepresented communities.
June 2025
Computer Engineering Technician to support his educational journey.
February 2025
The Art Hive continued to create belonging, community and connection for students and staff alike.
February 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø’s Career-Integrated Learning team hosted Job Search Week to equip students with real-world skills.
Celebrating student success
April 2025
Pilon School of Business students impressed at the annual Business Plan Pitch Competition, in collaboration with EDGE.
April 2025
Game Design students earned nine awards at the LevelUp Showcase for their capstone projects.
March 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø students were recognized with Co-op and WIL College Students of the Year. ºìÁ«ÉçÇø has a rich history of success in these contests.
June 2025
Spring convocation celebrated record number of graduates – over 10,000 – at 13 ceremonies in June.
March 2025
Honours Bachelor of Illustration students supported Lighthouse for Grieving Children with their work on a book which will support grieving children.
May 2025
Honours Bachelor of Interior Design student Francesca Mak raised more than $23,000 for the program’s grad show and led professional learning activities for peers. The show welcomed 350 guests, including 150 design industry members.
Graduating trailblazers
March 2025
Kent Monkman (Illustration ‘86) received the Governor General’s Award in Visual and Media Arts.
June 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø alumni received record-setting 79 nominations and 21 wins at the Canadian Screen Awards.
May 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø grads were honoured with Brampton Citizen Awards for their contributions in the areas of sports, arts and community service.
New initiatives
June 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø launched Nova, an initiative designed to help creatives thrive in a rapidly changing world.
January 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø launched 13 new programs with intakes set for September 2025 and January 2026. The programs provide value to students and align with industry and community needs.
Advancing Truth and Reconciliation
June 2025
The Office of Indigenous Engagement and Education (OIEE) delivered Medicine Wheel teachings that helped students explore personal strengths and leadership.
June 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation to strengthen Indigenous presence and partnerships.
January and March 2025
The OIEE hosted two sessions in the ongoing Reconciliation Series – Resilience in Reconciliation with Kendal Netmaker and Justice in Reconciliation with Angela Sterritt and Brandi Morin. The series, launched in fall 2024, was created to support and guide people on their journey toward reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Innovating in healthcare
May 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø hosted the Reimagining Healthcare symposium to address significant challenges of chronic diseases. The event brought together over 100 members of the healthcare industry and community partners to focus on strategies that prevent chronic illness.
Expanding pathways
April 2025
The Magna Skilled Trades Centre welcomed more than 2,400 Peel elementary students for a skills competition.
March 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø signed an MOU with Algoma University to create a Master of Computer Science pathway for ºìÁ«ÉçÇø graduates.
June 2025
Fourth year Honours Bachelor of Computer Science student Kyle Galway discovered a passion for lifelong learning.
Driving research and innovation
March 2025
Generator provided research expertise to Canadian military and veterans.
March 2025
ºìÁ«ÉçÇø EDGE hosted the sixth annual ACBN Legacy Symposium for Black entrepreneurs.
June 2025
The Centre for Elder Research shared insights on building of age-friendly communities.
Visit the ºìÁ«ÉçÇø Newsroom to discover the ways ºìÁ«ÉçÇø is making an impact all year long.
Media Contact
Meagan Kashty
Manager, Communications and Public Relations