Congratulations to the recipients of @torontomet.bsky.social's 17th Annual Viola Desmond Awards, recognizing Black women and Black gender-diverse leaders whose work advances equity, leadership and community impact across Toronto Metropolitan University and beyond. www.torontomu.ca/news-events/...

Last month, students from @torontomet.bsky.social's Department of Architectural Science participated in Radical Hospitality, a four-day collaborative exercise that reimagined architectural education through collective hosting, care, and lived experience. Read more in Canadian Architect:

Toronto Metropolitan University is closed for the Family Day holiday on Monday, February 16. This account will not be monitored today. We'll see you tomorrow.

André Côté, executive director of @daisTMU, co-authored a recent op-ed arguing that Canadian sovereignty starts with a resilient democracy. Côté and his co-authors say the health of Canada’s institutions is vital to our independence. Read more: vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...

The Ted Rogers Case Team won first place at ACHIEVE 2026, the national accounting case competition held during the ACHIEVE Conference in January. This marks the team’s second consecutive title and the school’s fifth straight win overall. https://bit.ly/4jZLO7K

Who gets a say in how heart care is designed? @torontomet.bsky.social professor Suzanne Fredericks helped shape an international statement arguing that patients must be true partners in research, care and policy – not consulted after decisions are made. Read more:

📉 Social Engagement Is Declining Among Older Canadians New findings from the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey show fewer older adults are participating regularly in social, recreational or group activities. 🔗 Read the full report niageing.ca/reports/pers... #AgeingInCanada #HealthyAgeing #Loneliness

It's time to retire outdated ideas about retirement, @torontomet.bsky.social professor Marsha Barber writes in @thestar.com. Rather than representing a time of withdrawal, Barber says retirement should be about celebrating the potential of old age. Read more:

The stage is set and the curtain is rising on an exciting performance season at TMU. From February through April, the School of Performance presents eight live productions featuring dance and acting students working alongside professional artists.

AI literacy is no longer optional. Join Dr. Wendy Cukier, national leader in innovation and inclusion, for an Intersections talk on AI in the workplace and the future of work. 📅February 12 at 5:30 p.m.📍Burlington 💰Free and open to the public 🎫RSVP: ow.ly/JoUq50XSF9c

Leaving Afghanistan as a refugee to become a graduate student at @torontomet.bsky.social began a journey of transformation for Obaid Mahmoodi. Now a postdoctoral researcher, his experiences personify TMU's values of resilience and community. Read more:

Six undergraduate computer science students put TMU on the map, placing 3rd among Canadian universities at the #ICPC2025 regionals. George Zhang, fourth-year student and longtime competitor, shares a play-by-play of the competition. www.torontomu.ca/science/news...

The annual Winter Stations event returns to Woodbine Beach on Feb. 16 with Mirage, exploring perception and reality in the age of AI. @torontomet.bsky.social students helped designed Glaciate, a set of ice lenses formed by vertical panels filled with lake water. Read more:

Happening today: Join the iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series featuring Dr. Leyla Soleymani for her lecture "Electrochemical and Functional Nucleic Acids – Key Tools for Next-Generation Biosensing." 🗓️ Friday, Feb 6, 2026 📌LKS Auditorium – 209 Victoria St. Full details: tinyurl.com/3ap2yh2e

Molecular science PhD student Thomas Nesmith and professors Darius Rackus and Gagan Gupta recently published OpenPore on HardwareX - an accessible, 3D-printed, battery-powered alternative to a costly lab tool used in genetic engineering. www.torontomu.ca/science/news...

Explore how queer spaces and queer architects weave themselves into our everyday lives, often in ways we may not immediately recognize. Attend the Coming to Light exhibition at @torontomet.bsky.social's Paul Cocker Gallery on February 5, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. More: www.torontomu.ca/architectura...

Librarians already help post-secondary students with research strategies and media literacy. Now, @torontomet.bsky.social librarians are also helping students to responsibly navigate AI use through library-led workshops. Read more in @cbcnews.ca:

Research by @torontomet.bsky.social professors Frank Russo and Danielle Mullen shows that listening to 24 minutes of music paired with auditory beat stimulation is the optimal length of time needed to significantly reduce anxiety symptoms. Read more in @gizmodo.com:

Congratulations to @torontomet.bsky.social professors Costin Antonescu, Sarah Dermody, Eric Liberda and Linda Rothman. They secured over $4.8M in research funding via the CIHR Project Grant Fall 2025 competition to advance work in health, safety and equity. Read more:

Research is taking root at @torontomet.bsky.social. Through #research at TMU’s Urban Farm, faculty and students are growing natural dyes in partnership with the School of Fashion, advancing sustainable practices and reducing reliance on chemical dyes. Read more:

Find out about the scholarly, research and creative events happening across @torontomet.bsky.social in February, from presentations to workshops. Check out our latest events newsletter: tinyurl.com/5uh942n9

A new blog from @torontomet.bsky.social's Centre for Free Expression looks at how decisions about what students can read are increasingly shaped by executive directives instead of classroom professionals or democratic debate, raising concerns about intellectual freedom. Read more:

Smart homes make daily life easier, but their growing complexity can hide serious security risks. @torontometsci.bsky.social prof. Manar Alalfi developed SmartTinkerer, an AI-powered system that uses intelligent automation to uncover hidden vulnerabilities. #DPW2026 www.torontomu.ca/research/new...

Salt helps keep Canada's roads safe for winter driving but also quietly harms our infrastructure, causing up to $5B in annual damage. @torontomet.bsky.social researcher Wyatt Weatherson calls it a "wicked problem" with no clear solution. Read more in @theglobeandmail.com:

Modern consumer behaviour has made polyester central to fast fashion, @thecreativeschl professor Henry Navarro Delgado tells @NPR. But as the synthetic textile becomes ever more widespread, what's its impact on human health and the environment? Read more:

Mathematics meets drag. @torontomet.bsky.social graduate student Kyne Santos is challenging traditional perceptions of math with educational videos. By teaching math while dressed in high-glamour drag, Kyne promotes a fun, inclusive approach to learning. Read more: www.torontomu.ca/news-events/...

Dementia doesn't have to an inevitable part of aging. As Dr. Samir Sinha of @niageing.ca explains, as many as 45 per cent of all dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by addressing various modifiable risk factors. #ForgetNoOne @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social Read more:

Australia recently moved to regulate children's access to social media. But are such bans effective? A new blog from the Centre for Free Expression at @torontomet.bsky.social argues that education and digital literacy may be more effective than restrictions alone in protecting young people. More:

Congratulations to @torontomet.bsky.social alumna Flavia Allajbeu for placing first in the Social Work Education Journal’s Student Essay Competition. Her essay brought critical attention to the importance of power and politics in social work education. Read more:

In recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, @torontomet.bsky.social is bringing students, faculty, and staff together with a series of events intended to raise awareness and foster understanding. Learn more about Holocaust Education Week at TMU:

And the medal goes to...AI. Writing in @macleans.bsky.social , @torontomet.bsky.social professor Laurel Walzak explores how AI is being used to improve accuracy and fairness in sports judging and performance analysis, making human judgment both more visible and more accountable. Read:

Iran’s current protest wave reflects a deeper structural crisis, not a momentary shock. TMU lecturer Maral Karimi says cross-class, cross-ethnic unrest signals a shrinking base for the regime. Read more in @thestar.com:

Do you know an outstanding individual doing research in the social sciences or humanities? Nominate them for a @sshrc-crsh.canada.ca Impact Award! Deadline: April 1, 2026. Details: sshrc-crsh.canada.ca/en/funding/o... @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social @torontometsci.bsky.social @arts-tmu.bsky.social

Biohacking is no longer just a Silicon Valley obsession. New research by @torontomet.bsky.social professor Colleen Derkatch explores how wellness culture is being repackaged for men, shifting self-care into productivity, virility and profit. Read more in @macleans.bsky.social:

We’re looking for students in Grades 9 to 11 from across Canada to join our national Youth Champion cohort as part of our Heads Up campaign for phone-free schools. Learn more and apply by February 20: dais.ca/headsup/yout... #YoungLeaders #Canada #PhoneFree

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Toronto Metropolitan University invites outstanding researchers based outside Canada to apply for nomination to the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs Program. Applications are due by Feb. 21: www.torontomu.ca/research/abo... @arts-tmu.bsky.social @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social @torontometsci.bsky.social

Mental health is one of the most urgent issues facing young people today. On #BellLetsTalk Day, we highlight the @torontomet.bsky.social Student Wellbeing Centre, a new hub that centralizes support services to make getting help easier and more accessible. Learn more:

How can cities better support people living with dementia? @torontomet.bsky.social professor Samantha Biglieri co-leads a research initiative focused on rethinking how cities, services, and public spaces can be more inclusive. Read more: educationnewscanada.com/article/educ...

International students contribute to Canada’s economy, but unlocking their full potential requires clear pathways + alignment with labour market needs. 📄 Learn how work-integrated learning can help: dais.ca/reports/your...

Polling shows a growing number of Canadians feel less safe in their communities, even as major crime rates decline in several cities. @torontomet.bsky.social professor Kim Varma tells CTV News that public perception is often shaped by news coverage or social media, not actual crime data. Read more:

As #bluemonday highlights winter mental health challenges, @torontomet.bsky.social psychology professor Diana Brecher explains how reduced daylight affects our brain and circadian rhythms. Discover more of her advice for managing the winter blues in @thestar.com:

Eviction patterns in Toronto aren't evenly distributed. Research by @torontomet.bsky.social professor Nemoy Lewis has found that "financialized landlords" file eviction applications at significantly higher rates in majority-Black neighbourhoods. Read more in @thestar.com:

Canada's new 'front-of-package' nutrition label is mandatory for foods that meet or exceed set levels for saturated fat, sugars or sodium. @torontomet.bsky.social professor Jennifer Lee tells CTV News the change will help consumers make informed food choices. Watch the interview:

Ever wonder what kinds of careers @arts-tmu.bsky.social graduates end up in? Whether it's working in climate strategy, youth advocacy, or data and analytics leadership, arts graduates have the skills to tackle a broad range of professional possibilities. Read more:

Join us at the Dais next week for our TMU Democracy Forum with former Ontario premier Dalton McGuinty. Tickets are free, with advanced registration required. www.eventbrite.ca/e/1979741596...

Delivering supplies & urgent medical needs to isolated areas is a challenge. Research led by @torontomet.bsky.social's Farrokh Janabi-Sharifi, in collaboration with the National Research Council of Canada, uses autonomous drones to deliver necessities to rural & Indigenous communities. Read more:

Is your wallet worn out by tip creep? These days, Canadians are prompted to tip more often and at higher rates. @trsmtorontomet.bsky.social professor Wayne Smith says inflation, digital payments and social pressure are all driving the shift. Read more in:

New research from @lelmek.bsky.social explores how Caribbean festivals like Caribana and Carnival function as powerful sites of cultural preservation and resistance. 🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/... #DiasporaStudies #CaribbeanCulture #ArtAndActivism

Why are Gen Z Canadians reaching adulthood milestones later than previous generations? Tricia Williams, Director of Research at @fsc-ccf.bsky.social, points to employment barriers, housing affordability, and the need for stronger youth-focused supports. Read more in @macleans.bsky.social: