For over 200 years, students, staff, and faculty have walked our halls, shared ideas, and built memories that last a lifetime. This season, we celebrate every generation that makes Dal shine—past, present, and future. Here’s to joy, connection, and the promise of what’s ahead in 2026, and beyond!

Dalhousie University is hiring. We’re recruiting up to 30 tenure and tenure-track faculty supported by Canada Global Impact+ Research Talent Initiative and a $1.7B federal investment. Curious about building your next chapter in Canada? Apply by Jan. 19: www.dal.ca/research-recruitment

Dalhousie’s 2025 Year in Review brings together 45 stories of innovation, achievement, and community, offering a vivid snapshot of the moments and milestones that helped shape a transformative year: ow.ly/Qmv250XLAw6

Hanukkah is the eight-day Jewish celebration also called the Festival of Lights. This year, Hanukkah begins this evening. To all of those in the Dalhousie community who will begin their celebrations this weekend, may this Hanukkah bring blessings of joy, unity and hope

Killer whales + dolphins = teamwork? For the first time, these ocean giants were caught hunting salmon together off B.C.’s coast. Dive into the surprising alliance and what it means for marine science. Video: buff.ly/bGW1g85 Read more: buff.ly/4xWl9gv (🏷️ @news.ubc.ca, @hakai.org)

Dalhousie celebrate the launch of the Canada Global Impact+ Research Talent Initiative, a major investment of up to $1.7 billion to strengthen research excellence and attract leading international researchers to Canadian universities: www.canada.ca/en/innovatio...

The average family will spend an additional $994 on food next year, according to Canada’s Food Price Report 2026. Details: buff.ly/UWMjjlo

🧵SKIP is helping to close the gap for kids in pain by elevating our national mission and launching a bold new strategic plan! 🚀 Check it out here: kidsinpain.ca/who-we-are/

The first graduates of our Master of Physician Assistant Studies program are now stepping into Nova Scotia’s health-care system, helping to expand access to care across the province through advanced clinical training and collaborative practices. Details: ow.ly/NIlu50XyHH1

Dalhousie researchers work closely with Nova Scotia’s wild blueberry farmers to develop the innovations the sector needs to succeed as climate impacts intensify:

Meet Isaac Bahler, Dalhousie’s 95th Rhodes Scholar! From varsity swimming to ocean-tech entrepreneurship, Bahler’s path to Oxford reflects a passion for turning climate research into real-world solutions: buff.ly/dFHMzsq

“We can move a lot more people in a lane full of buses than in a lane full of cars. But that requires change, and that’s what’s difficult for a lot of people.” Can data help Halifax shift its #CarBrain mentality? #CarCulture www.dal.ca/news/2025/11...

We are proud to celebrate nine new and renewed Canada Research Chairs whose research tackles everything from global health to ocean sustainability and agriculture:

We're helping to revolutionize respiratory care in Nova Scotia by opening a new community clinic in Halifax, designed to improve outcomes for patients facing urgent respiratory health challenges:

Dalhousie’s Dr. Françoise Baylis begins new chapter as president of the Royal Society of Canada: buff.ly/I4DoRAb

This week, we officially unveiled the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity: A new gateway to ocean discovery! Opening to the public in December, guests can explore the ocean through immersive exhibits, Indigenous storytelling, and a blue whale skeleton. More info: ow.ly/sSIb50XjNlJ

For 15 years, Dal’s campus Mawio’mi has been a highlight of Mi’kmaw History Month — bringing colour, connection, and culture to the Quad. This year’s celebration showcased dance, craft, food, and tradition. 📸 See more:

New research from Dalhousie and UNBC finds mid-sized Canadian cities are shifting from sprawl to density. Halifax leads the trend — its downtown population grew 25% from 2016–2021, the fastest in the country.

For the O’Brien family, M.M. O’Brien Hall is more than a building; it’s a legacy. Named after 1913 grad Melbourne O’Brien, it now serves Dal’s Engineering and Planning students, including his great-great nieces and nephew.

From growing up in a home full of dialogue to a career in journalism, CBC’s Mary Lynk (BA ’84) brings her passion for conversation to tonight's 2025 Stanfield Conversations on Democracy. 🔗 www.dal.ca/news/2025/10...

Last winter, Dal student Julia completed a co-op term with the Ottawa Senators in client services and event planning. After a summer back in class, she’s now onto her second work term, joining the Canadian Olympic Committee as a sports business intern ahead of the Winter Olympics.

Dal is proud to introduce the first fully digital issue of Dal Magazine! You’ll find news and feature stories, plus multi-media content that cultivates curiosity, showcases groundbreaking research, celebrates alumni, and illustrates the impact of philanthropy at Dalhousie: buff.ly/BqPI5pd

Dalhousie’s Free Store is now a permanent, year-round space—offering students free access to essentials like kitchenware, electronics, school supplies, and clothing!

Grace Beer, our Dalhousie Tigers women’s hockey goalie, is making an impact beyond the ice. She’s joining the Creating Coaches program as an assistant coach with the Metro East Inferno U15 team, an initiative dedicated to increasing the number of women in hockey coaching across 🇨🇦.

Congrats to Dal PhD student Annika Benson, winner of the 2025 Falling Walls Atlantic regional competition! Her ideas for a breakthrough ultrasound probe designed to improve neurosurgical guidance in brain cancer treatment earned her a spot in the finals in Berlin:

Updates on the fall break, exam schedule and more: ow.ly/Bs1i50X0uBr

DFA collective agreement ratified by both DFA and Board. Details: ow.ly/M5Wk50WYpuM

Last night, the Board and the Dalhousie Faculty Association reached a tentative collective agreement and mutually agreed to end the labour disruption. Suspended classes are expected to resume on Tuesday, September 23. (1/2)

Labour disruption ends: Dalhousie Board of Governors and DFA reach tentative agreement: ow.ly/YwCi50WXi8f

Bargaining update: The bargaining teams for the Dalhousie Board of Governors and Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) have agreed to continue discussions this evening (Monday, September 15).

Addressing Dalhousie's budget: Arena, surplus and more — A message from Gitta Kulczycki, vice-president finance and administration, addressing a few significant misconceptions about Dalhousie's finances that have arisen over the last few weeks during the current labour disruption: ow.ly/o49350WVcAn

Board shares new offer with DFA, reaffirms commitment to resolving labour disruption - a message from Kim Brooks, President and Vice-Chancellor: ow.ly/Xltu50WUTGt

The Dalhousie Board of Governors and the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) met this afternoon to resume discussions. At 4 p.m., the Conciliator ended the conciliation session. At this time, the parties have no further conciliation dates scheduled.

The following is a joint statement from the Dalhousie University Board of Governors and the Dalhousie Faculty Association. The Dalhousie Board of Governors and the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) met this morning (Monday, Sept. 8) to resume discussions. (1/2)

September 4 Labour Relations Update: Dalhousie Board welcomes conciliation opportunity with DFA, offers to meet earlier to resolve labour disruption.

Earlier today, the bargaining team representing the Dalhousie Board of Governors extended an invitation to the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) to engage in interest arbitration to reach a new collective agreement. For more information: www.dal.ca/dept/hr/labo...

The University has initiated a lockout for Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) members, effective as of 9:30 a.m. today, Wednesday, August 20. Please visit the Labour Relations website for FAQs: ow.ly/zGXR50WIRSS

Recognizing the minds behind the momentum: Dal’s 2025 research awards honours research excellence across disciplines — from sleep science to ocean sustainability, digital health to decolonized data. Details -

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Cathie O’Toole as the appointment of Cathie O’Toole as the university’s next Vice-President Finance and Administration. Details: buff.ly/6xoWzly

A Dalhousie‑led gene therapy trial offers new hope for patients with Fabry, a rare genetic disorder: buff.ly/gh7o7nN :

Dal researcher Dr. Luc Cousineau investigates how online communities radicalize young men, revealing the dangerous intersection of digital culture, masculinity, and far-right extremism. Details:

Dalhousie’s global reputation continues to grow, with our overall score rising nine points year-over-year in the 2026 QS World University Rankings. This rise is thanks to improvements across several indicators, including key research and international faculty. Learn more: buff.ly/lIrUJ7T

25 Dal students were selected for the Dalhousie-McCall MacBain Leadership Academy's prestigious High-Performance Leadership cohort, an honour that carries up to $15K in scholarships. Details: buff.ly/u5VVvY0 Recipients were chosen for their leadership, academic excellence, and community impact.

Join Dal students, alumni, faculty, and staff in the Halifax Pride Parade on Saturday, July 19 (rain or shine). 🏳️‍🌈 Meet at 11:00 a.m. at spot C27 on Cogswell Street. We're a walking/biking entry—no float or storage—so please pack light. Water and sunscreen provided.

A team of Dal student researchers recently won a prestigious global ocean engineering challenge by tackling one of the fundamental problems in polar research: how to collect vital ocean data from sensors deployed beneath huge ice sheets. #DalProud Learn more:

A flag-raising event on campus last week set the tone for this year's Pride festivities with powerful speeches, vibrant energy, and a renewed commitment to equity. Details:

In his fifth year of civil engineering, Wilfried Kindo is preparing to graduate as our first-ever undergrad from Burkina Faso. Wilfreid has embraced a new way of life, new people, new customs, and new foods - he's now a fan of poutine! More on his international perspective: buff.ly/JK21AEY

In a new Times Higher Education article, Dalhousie's Daniella Sieukaran shares advice on using social media to transform Gen Z students from mindless scrollers to mindful scholars, with a guide to using each platform effectively in teaching: buff.ly/DcrSYav

Plastics threaten ecosystems and human health, but evidence‑based solutions are under political fire. A healthy, sustainable planet means supporting action based on scientific evidence, not misinformation and political rhetoric, writes Dal's Tony Walker and colleague Miriam Diamond.

Due to the forecasted rain, the flag raising and BBQ will now take place in the Weldon Law Building Atrium. See you there!