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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

His father, a two-time premier of Quebec, hoped he'd try out engineering. But as François Bourassa, BMus'85, puts it, jazz was "the only thing I thought I could maybe be good at". Read our profile of the award-winning pianist in the McGill News – bit.ly/4hw9oIv

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🗓️ Life happens. We get it. But if you take just a minute to update your information with us, we can ensure that you stay connected with your alma mater and your fellow McGillians. Let's stay in touch: bit.ly/46FuRd2

A woman looks at her phone in Downtown Montreal. To her left, a graphic shows her busy calendar, including a reminder to update her information with McGill. To her right, text reads: Text: Life happens. We get it. Moved? New job? Let us know and stay in touch at alumni.mcgill.ca/update-info

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Is democracy doomed? In the latest episode of "Mark my words", we sit down with former advisor to Justin Trudeau, Gerald Butts, BA'93, MA'96, and Political Science professor Dietlind Stolle, to discuss the biggest threats to democracy today. Don't miss it: linktr.ee/mcgillmarkmywords

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Meet McGill's Schulich Leaders, recipients of Canada’s largest STEM scholarship. This Fall semester, they embark on their McGill studies with an inner drive to make an impact. Get the full story – bit.ly/4hJGXHl

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🎶 Welcome back to Pollack Concert Hall! The Schulich School of Music’s largest performance venue reopens its doors after a two-year renovation, made possible in large part by an anchor gift from Dr. Constance V. Pathy, CM, LMus’71, LMus’86, DMus’15. Full story: bit.ly/46jsDjn.

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🎙️ Can universities solve the climate crisis? Rees Kassen, academic director at the McGill Sustainability Park, and Grégoire Baillargeon, president of BMO Quebec, discuss the challenges facing us, and why they require an all-hands-on-deck response. Stream ‘Mark my words’: bit.ly/4heVImd.

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

📍 You moved. McGill did too. Whether you're in a new city or moving back home after graduation, come meet your local McGill community! Find an event near you: bit.ly/3Uz8KCi

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Thanks to the support of donors, Victoire can focus on her studies and future instead of financial stress, allowing her to challenge herself and grow. As a new semester begins, please consider making a gift to help more students thrive – bit.ly/4gGLJod

Victoire Bergeron smiles in front of McGill's Roddick Gates

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome the new Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of Canada. Through this initiative, McGill is contributing to an already rich research community in Québec and across Canada, putting that combined strength to work to tackle today’s global challenges. Learn more: bit.ly/4d5k5Ad

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McGill University attracts six leading researchers thanks to Government of Canada’s $1 billion program

27 August 2026 – Chloé Arson, Tomislav Friščić, Julie Lockwood, Sameer Sonkusale, Phillip Zamore and Ethan Zuckerman have been named McGill University’s inaugural Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs of C...

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

As The Globe and Mail’s retirement and personal finances reporter, Meera Raman, BA’21, has amassed more than 30,000 subscribers to her weekly newsletter, Retire Rich, . According to Meera, personal finance reporting is about much more than simply dollars and cents: bit.ly/4q0McGh

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

💡 If you've ever noticed McGill's Arts Building looking resplendent at night, you have Conor Sampson, BArch’96, to thank. He's also worked on lighting projects for iconic buildings such as St. Joseph’s Oratory, Montreal City Hall and Toronto's Union Station. Learn more: bit.ly/4yo4zsl

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Former archivist and librarian Pamela Miller, BA’66, can trace her family’s deep connections to McGill back to the University’s first century, a tradition that will continue with her granddaughter Thea. Discover their remarkable story: bit.ly/44cxjGL

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🍿 As senior visual effects compositor at Wētā FX in Vancouver, Jordan Catracchia, BSc'11, ensures the visual effects in some of the biggest blockbusters are flawless. Learn how he went from studying Computer Science to working on movies in the Avengers and Avatar franchises: bit.ly/4p65RUs

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

What's on your summer reading list? ☀️📚 Canada’s prime ministers, a tale of grief and ghosts, and the one-and-only Leonard Cohen are among the subjects of recent books McGillians might want to dive into. Check out our latest recommendations: bit.ly/4gTcSGd

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

AI is already affecting the lives of young people. From a Canada-wide project putting young Canadians at the centre of policy, to an award-winning podcast, the Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy is exploring the impact of AI on the next generation. Full story: bit.ly/4v8fvHP

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Congratulations to McGill’s incoming Schulich Leaders, recipients of Canada’s largest STEM scholarship: Danylo Berezovskyi, Salma Elzayat, Mateo Jarquin, Odysseas Stefanakis, Brent Suter, and Aljoscha Ziegler. Welcome to McGill University! ❤️ #2026SchulichLeaders

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences has received a transformative gift from the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences. The new initiative aims to expand research capacity and provide enhanced education and training for future dentists. bit.ly/4xyyiyk

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

🏆🏒 “The best time of the year” David Amber, BA’93, has covered the Olympics, the NBA Finals, and the World Series, but the Hockey Night in Canada host says there is no event that quite matches the intensity of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Get the full story – bit.ly/4vCBYxk

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Then and now: Ian Van Cortlandt McLachlin, BEng'60, who will be presented with the McGill Friend of Education in Toronto Award at this year's McGill Toronto Excellence Awards 🏆 See the full list of outstanding McGill alumni in the GTA being recognized on June 18 – bit.ly/3SeoitS

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Then and now: Stephanie Gutnik, BA’11, who will be presented with the Rising Star Award at this year's McGill Toronto Excellence Awards 🏆 Join us to celebrate the outstanding McGill alumni community in the GTA on June 18: bit.ly/3SbEkVm

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Then and now: Dr. Lancelot A. Brown, DDS'88, who will be presented with the Impact Award at this year's McGill Toronto Excellence Awards 🏆 Join us to celebrate the outstanding McGill alumni community in the GTA on June 18: bit.ly/4dQDV38

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This is who we will be celebrating tomorrow at the prestigious Honours and Awards Ceremony. Join us for a special night as we recognize the alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends who are making a real difference at McGill and beyond. ❤️ Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4cLqS2w

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Text: This is who champions human rights around the world.

Photo: Maria del Pilar Vanegas Guzman as a McGill student

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Meet your Honours and Awards recipients – alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends making a difference at McGill and beyond. ❤️ On May 5 we will recognize them at the prestigious Honours and Awards Ceremony at Maison Alcan in downtown Montreal. Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4uljzUT

Text: This is who fosters student well-being at McGill and beyond.

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Text: This is who fuels discovery from lab to market

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

We mourn the passing of Paul Marchand, BCL’66, LLM’85, who dedicated his life to philanthropy and serving underprivileged communities. You can read about Marchand's immense impact on McGill and Montreal in our profile from 2024: bit.ly/4cIdlc1 He will be greatly missed by our community.

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

🏒 The Carolina Hurricanes advanced to the next round of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Saturday, with an impressive sweep of the Ottawa Senators. Jonathan Arsenault, BEng’17, MEng’19, PhD’23, uncovers key data that has helped one of the best teams in the NHL this season. ➡️ bit.ly/42wUM4n

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Through McGill's Farm Management and Technology program, Sonia is gaining the skills and knowledge to oversee her family's dairy farm. Thanks to donor support, she's also representing McGill in the Dairy Challenge. Learn more: bit.ly/4e6btee

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McGill University @handle.invalid · 10/04/2026

A new chapter begins at the Macdonald Campus 🌱 The new greenhouse and plant phenotyping facilities unite research, teaching and hands‑on learning to drive innovation in agriculture and sustainability. 🔗 Learn more in the McGill Reporter: mcgill.ca/x/5MK

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Today we celebrated the launch of the Initiative for Transforming Healthcare (ITH) 🎉 This is a cross sector effort supported by $5.75m in donor funding to help address the mounting pressures on Canada's health system. Learn more: bit.ly/4bYYzvB En savoir plus : bit.ly/3NH4y0h

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

We asked you to help spread the #McGill24 magic, and you did just that! ✨ The McGill community came together once again to contribute 6,505 gifts totalling $5,401,613, supporting nearly 90 crowdfunding projects. Thank you for making this possible. 💖 Get the full story: bit.ly/4uu5lls

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McGill Department of Family Medicine @mcgillfamilymed.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Thank you for spreading the #McGill24 magic! Yesterday, our community came together in support of the Department of Family Medicine. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who donated. 💙Thank you for standing with us. @mcgillalumni.bsky.social @mcgill.ca @healthsciences.mcgill.ca

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

McGill President Deep Saini and his furry friend Ernie show their support for #McGill24 🐶✨

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McGill Arts @mcgillarts.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Today is #McGill24, McGill's annual day of giving! When you make a gift to the Faculty of Arts today, your contribution is amplified thanks to matching and challenge funds from other donors. Make your gift at mcgill24.ca and spread the #McGill24 magic! @mcgillalumni.bsky.social

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

It's today! How will you spread the McGill24 magic? ✨ Wherever you are in the world, be sure to get involved and tag us in your posts throughout the day! 💖 Make a gift to a cause that matters to you – bit.ly/4uljiSK. #McGill24

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McGill University @handle.invalid · 03/03/2026

✨ Defne always wanted to attend university abroad and experience studying in a multilingual environment. Thanks to donor support, she now spreads joy in her international community. Learn more and spread the McGill24 magic on March 11: mcgill.ca/x/5GX | @mcgillalumni.bsky.social

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

📍 Find a McGill24 event near you! We are spreading the McGill24 magic worldwide, with events in Montreal, New York City, Paris, Singapore and various other cities across the globe. 🌎 Join your local McGill community in celebrating our day of giving – bit.ly/4l6dd8K

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Developing Ghana’s future agri-food leaders through the Nkabom Collaborative 🌱 Over the next decade, the initiative will equip Ghana’s youth with the practical skills and business savvy they need to transform the country’s nutrition, farming and food production. Learn more: bit.ly/4cRSYJG

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

✨ Thanks to donor-funded financial aid and scholarships, Harry has been able to thrive in and out of the classroom. On McGill24, the global McGill community comes together to support students, researchers, and more. Learn more about how you can make magic happen: bit.ly/4u0jFSQ

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

‘When people unite around education, health, and impact, real change happens’ As a dental student, Ange-Cedric has seen firsthand how providing healthcare can spread joy. 💖 Learn more about his story and how you can spread the McGill24 magic on March 11 – clk.st/fYjub3P

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McGill University @handle.invalid · 19/02/2026

The McGill Sustainability Park is entering a new phase, with demolition complete and construction underway. From heritage restoration to low-carbon infrastructure, the project reflects a commitment to restoration, conservation and collaboration. 🔗 Learn more: mcgill.ca/x/5TP

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Mark your calendar for March 11, when McGillians around the world will spread the McGill24 magic once again! ✨ Learn more about Kalenga's story and how you can contribute – clk.st/fA9ah57

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Today we welcomed Canada’s Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, Julie Dabrusin (BA ’94), to the site of McGill’s Sustainability Park. 👇

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

More than two dozen McGillians are at the 2026 Winter Olympics ⛷️⛸️🏒 The McGill contingent includes athletes, coaches, medical professionals, administrators and accredited media members, reflecting McGill's broad presence behind the scenes and on the field. Full story: rdr.one/5tanaMu

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

🤝 Networking is essential – but it doesn't have to feel intimidating or formal. Join us on Friday for a free event hosted by McGill Alumni Career Coach Priscilla Jabouin. It will help you build authentic connections o support the career you want, love and deserve. Register: rdr.one/2IPxL2T

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

🥇 The Winter Olympics begin today, and former gold medallist Jennifer Heil, BCom’13, is in Italy as Canada’s chef de mission. Check out our full interview with Jennifer ahead of today's Opening Ceremony: rdr.one/yvDNOMX

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

🏆 Nominate a McGillian for the McGill Toronto Excellence Awards! The MTEAs recognize the achievements of outstanding alumni and friends of McGill in Toronto. You can nominate an exceptional McGillian living or working in the GTA by Feb 8: rdr.one/366iSZE

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

🤝 Join us in Montreal on 22 January for a 5 à 7 with the McGill Alumni Career Coaches program! Marie-Claire Asseko will discuss workplace trends and AI with a focus on women in tech. 🖥️ If you are unable to attend in person you can also attend our online meetup. Register: bit.ly/45LfvDE

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

📚 Looking for a good book or two to enjoy over the holidays? McGill News has got you covered! Discover some recent books by (or about) McGill grads for you to consider: mcgillnews.mcgill.ca/holiday-read...

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McGill Alumni @mcgillalumni.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

The night before he became a Nobel laureate, Peter Howitt, BA’68, was at home watching the Toronto Blue Jays, blissfully unaware of what was about to unfold. He's the 13th member of the McGill community to win a Nobel Prize. We spoke to him in the McGill News: mcgillnews.mcgill.ca/head-over-he...

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‘Head over heels in love with economics’

Thanks to his pioneering work on ‘creative destruction’, Peter Howitt, BA’68, recently won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.

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