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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 5h
At a Toronto startup, this TMU business management student is helping develop an AI-powered fundraising platform that gives charities, hospitals and universities more time to focus on making an impact.
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The upside of AI: TMU student’s summer job at AI startup is shaping the future of fundraising
Discover how a summer job at tech startup Triple allows students to shape real-world software and make a meaningful impact on hospitals and universities.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The Ted Rogers School of Management has presented its intent to propose a new Master of Real Estate, an intensive 12-month, course-based professional master’s program. TMU invites community feedback on the proposed program.
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Notice of Intent shared for a new Master of Real Estate (MRE)
Review the Notice of Intent (NOI) for the proposed Master of Real Estate (MRE) program and share your feedback with the Provost by October 30, 2026.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
TMU Computer Engineering student Wajeeh Ul Hassan’s placement with Deaf AI grew into an ongoing role with the startup, where he helped bring an accessible AI pilot to life at Waterloo Airport.
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This TMU student is helping bring sign language AI to Waterloo airport
Discover how TMU student Wajeeh Ul Hassan is working with Deaf AI to bring sign language technology to Waterloo Airport for a more accessible journey.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Discover key takeaways from TMU’s housing crisis event, including Leilani Farha’s bold recommendations to cap rents, ban corporate landlords, and protect tenants.
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TMU hosts bold call to action on Canada's housing crisis
Discover key takeaways from TMU’s housing crisis event, including Leilani Farha’s bold recommendations to cap rents, ban corporate landlords, and protect tenants.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The world is changing and so are the pathways to higher education. In a recent Maclean's article, Chang School dean Linda Koechli explores how continuing education is becoming an ideal option for high school grads taking new approaches to their learning.
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Continuing Education Is Not Just for Older Students - Macleans.ca
Flexible and accessible courses give high school grads options
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
TMU was named a Top Performer in Transportation in the 2026 Sustainable Campus Index, with more than 90% of campus community members using sustainable commuting options.
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Commute smarter: tips from TMU, a 2026 global leader in sustainability
Toronto Metropolitan University earns top global rankings for sustainable transportation in the 2026 Sustainable Campus Index. Read how TMU sets the standard for green commuting, and take our survey a...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
TMU Clinical Psychology PhD candidate Sofia Melendez Ron is a recipient of the 2026 Ontario Women’s Health Scholars Award, recognized for their work developing educational tools to improve health care experiences for trans and non-binary people.
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PhD candidate wins doctoral award for trans and non-binary health care research
Discover key insights on supporting trans patients in healthcare, embracing gender euphoria, and taking proactive responsibility for inclusive, patient-centered care.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
As teens develop closer bonds with their friends, they come to understand and predict how these friends can offer support, companionship and security to each other. Written for The Conversation Canada, TMU prof Ryan J. Persram looks into the importance of high-quality relationships for teens.
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How high‑quality friendship supports teen well‑being
Discover why friendship quality matters more than quantity for adolescent well-being, and learn practical ways parents can support healthy teen bonds.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
TMU's School of Medicine will be receiving a $25 million capital investment from the federal government to help expand health care in the Peel Region.
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TMU School of Medicine receives $25M federal boost
The federal government fulfills its $25 million investment in the TMU School of Medicine, marking a major regional milestone to address key gaps in Peel Region healthcare.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This fall, TMU will honour five individuals with honorary doctorates. Each recipient has built a career defined by leadership and impact, and each has shown a deep and lasting commitment to strengthening their communities.
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TMU to celebrate honorary doctorates this fall
TMU announces its fall honorary doctorate recipients, honoring Marci Ien, Marcy McCall MacBain, John H. McCall MacBain, Suzanne Rogers, and Edward S. Rogers.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies has presented its intent to propose a new Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Urban Sustainability Science. TMU invites community feedback on the proposed program.
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Notice of Intent shared for a new BSc in Environmental and Urban Sustainability Science (Hons)
TMU is proposing a new BSc in Environmental and Urban Sustainability Science (EUSS). Community feedback is open until October 15.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
In the age of AI and artifice permeating visual culture, The Image Centre announces an exhibition of Richard Avedon's portraits that asks viewers to reevaluate perspectives on the physical realities of aging. This exhibition is on view until December 5, 2026.
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Richard Avedon at The Image Centre: portraits capture life’s etchings
Discover the Richard Avedon exhibition and catalogue Richard Avedon: Immortal, edited by Paul Roth, featuring essays by Adam Gopnik and Vince Aletti.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Three Brampton health-tech startups received $80,000 in awards through the inaugural Mitacs Health Innovation Showcase at BVX 2026, hosted by Brampton Venture Zone.
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Mitacs Health Innovation Showcase Debuts at BVX 2026, Awarding $80,000 in Prizes to Brampton Health-Tech Startups
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Discover how TMU Superstars empowers student performers to turn raw campus talent into stage-ready acts. Learn how to get involved and submit your audition today! The audition window from September 14 to October 16, 2026.
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TMU Superstars puts community members on the big stage
Discover how TMU Superstars empowers student performers to turn raw campus talent into stage-ready acts. Learn how to get involved and submit your audition today!
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Walk into the MAC and you'll see Soaring for Greatness, a new hand-painted mural by Anishinaabe artist and visual storyteller Emily Kewageshig that honours Indigenous culture and TMU’s Indigenous athletics community.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
TMU students bridged the gap between classroom learning and real business impact by gaining hands-on experience and industry connections through Embark Business Academy.
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TMU students build real-world solutions at the Embark Business Academy Demo Day
Bridge the gap between classroom learning and real business impact. Learn how TMU students gain hands-on experience and industry connections through Embark Business Academy.
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Migrant Integration in the Mid 21st Century: Bridging Divides @bridgdivides.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📢 Calling students at @torontomet.bsky.social, @concordia.ca, @ualberta.bsky.social, and the University of British Columbia: Apply to the Build a Bridge Innovation Challenge for a chance to win up to $4,000 per team. Application deadline: Oct. 15, 2026. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/buildabridge2026
Build A Bridge Innovation Challenge
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
For nearly half a century, celebrated American photographer Richard Avedon confronted one of portraiture’s enduring taboos: aging. Don’t miss a raw and powerful exhibition of one of the greatest photographers of the last century, right here at The Image Centre at TMU from Sept 9 to Dec 5.
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Richard Avedon at The Image Centre: portraits capture life’s etchings
Discover the Richard Avedon exhibition and catalogue Richard Avedon: Immortal, edited by Paul Roth, featuring essays by Adam Gopnik and Vince Aletti.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
In President Mohamed Lachemi’s final back-to-school message as president, he reflects on campus growth, community safety, and the university's future.
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President Lachemi welcomes TMU community back to campus for his final semester as president
Explore President Mohamed Lachemi’s back-to-school message to TMU as he reflects on campus growth, community safety, and the university's future.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
On Saturday, August 29, 2026, longtime Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster, former player and manager was inducted into the Blue Jays Hall of Excellence. To mark the occasion, Jays Care Foundation created a new scholarship in his name for TMU's Sport Media program.
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Blue Jays legend Buck Martinez gets new scholarship named in his honour at TMU
Following his induction into the Blue Jays Level of Excellence, Buck Martinez is honored with a new TMU Sport Media scholarship. Sportsnet broadcaster Jamie Campbell reflects on their 16-year friendsh...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
TMU continues its steady climb in world university rankings, moving up by more than 200 spots from last year and placing in the top 25 in Canada on the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities.
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TMU ranked among the world’s top research universities
TMU improves its standing in the latest ARWU Shanghai Rankings, with top subject rankings in engineering, sociology, management, and nursing
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
TMU Journalism alum Filipe Mastetti Leite takes on his latest adventure, competing on season 12 of the Amazing Race Canada with his wife!
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TMU alum races across country on The Amazing Race Canada
Discover how one journalist turned an epic horseback trek into bestselling books, a documentary, and a thriving career—and why he advises students to never let fear hold them back.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Forget the doggy bag, Fido is dining in. New research shows how dog-friendly restaurants are driving dining decisions. Find out why restaurants stand to benefit from welcoming dogs to share in the dining experience with patrons.
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TMU research shows how dog menus are giving restaurants a leg up
Discover how pet-friendly menus are shifting from a cute gimmick into a data-backed revenue strategy for restaurants, and what's next for the expanding pet hospitality trend.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Celebrating a cultural symbol and tool of early trade, connection and knowledge exchange with the birch bark canoe at TMU. Read more: www.torontomu.ca/news-events/...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Happy move-in day! Welcome to all the new students calling the DCC, ILC, and PIT home 🏡
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
From getting lost on his second day in Canada to guiding new students through campus life, learn how TMU's Ram Kanakamedala uses his personal experience to help guide new students through Orientation.
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This TMU student got lost his first week in Canada. Now he helps guide new students through Orientation
From getting lost on his second day in Canada to guiding new students through campus life, learn how TMU's Ram Kanakamedala uses his personal experience to help newcomers navigate university life duri...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Here's your guide to cheering on the Bold during the 2026-27 season!
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Cheer on the Bold all season long
Get ready for the TMU Bold season! Discover key game dates, student perks, ticket details, and how to cheer on the Bold at the Mattamy Athletic Centre.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
TMU's outgoing president reflects on the university's power to transform lives – including that of a refugee student who became a researcher and global industry professional.
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A final reflection: TMU's outgoing president on the true power of education
TMU's outgoing president reflects on the university's power to transform lives, sharing the story of a refugee student turned global professional.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
From counselling to peer tutoring to career advice and mental health support, there are people and services at TMU to help. Take a look at the services, supports and social accounts to follow to help you thrive at TMU.
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TMU 101: What every student should know
From counselling to peer tutoring to career advice and mental health support, there are people and services at TMU to help.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
This summer, TMU welcomed 100 high school students to our campus as a part of this year's Shad cohort! After a month of living and learning on campus, the program culminated with the Shads presenting their projects to family, friends, and the TMU community at Open Day!
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
As Mohamed Lachemi concludes his decade as president and vice-chancellor of TMU, colleagues, alumni, donors and partners from across Ontario reflect on the legacy he leaves behind.
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In their own words
Colleagues and partners across Ontario reflect on President Lachemi's decade of leadership at TMU and the legacy he will be leaving behind.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
TMU Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science (FEAS) grad Katrina Klemmer applies lessons in sustainability, systems thinking and project management to her new clothing brand. Read more about how through her own womenswear brand, she noticed the two fields shared the same core skills:
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How TMU architecture degree led one alum to launch a fashion brand
Discover how TMU architecture alum Katrina Klemmer applied lessons in sustainability, systems thinking, and project management to launch her sustainable fashion brand, Kataleya.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
TMU President Mohamed Lachemi reflects on 10 years of transformation—the university's renaming, the Brampton medical school, PACE scholarships—and what his hopes are for TMU in years to come.
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A conversation with Mohamed Lachemi on a decade of change at TMU
TMU president Mohamed Lachemi reflects on 10 years of transformation — the university's renaming, the Brampton medical school, PACE scholarships — and what comes next.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Free soup, affordable favourites and exam-time meals helped TMU Eats reach more students than ever in 2025–2026.
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24,800 meals later: how TMU Eats is making hunger on campus harder to ignore
Discover how TMU Eats is tackling campus food insecurity head-on, delivering over 24,800 meals to support student well-being and success.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
TMU has received the final report from retired Ontario Justice Mary Lou Benotto, who was appointed in November 2025 to conduct an external review of two incidents last year.
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TMU receives Justice Benotto report, appoints Bob Rae to chair Implementation Task Force
TMU has received the final report from retired Ontario Justice Mary Lou Benotto.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Written for The Conversation, TMU researchers share why Canadian cities need updated building codes to protect migrating birds from glass collisions.
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Bird‑safe glass must become the norm to prevent collisions with buildings
Canadian cities are falling behind on bird-safe design. Discover how collaborative urban planning and updated building codes can protect millions of migrating birds.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
TMU is in the middle of the most significant expansion in its history—new construction projects are expanding the university's footprint and its role in the community.
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TMU’s changing skyline
Discover the new buildings transforming TMU, including a 21-storey residence tower, a new medical school, and a student wellbeing centre.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Planning to attend the CNE in September? TMU alumni, students, staff and faculty can save up to 41% off admission passes. Purchase your passes before August 20 to maximize your savings: www.torontomu.ca/alumni/benef...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The Creative School has presented its intent to propose a new Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Packaging Science, to be offered by the School of Graphic Communications Management. TMU invites community feedback on new MSc and PhD programs.
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Notice of Intent shared for new graduate programs in packaging science
Toronto Metropolitan University invites community feedback on new MSc and PhD programs in Packaging Science offered by The Creative School.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
As AI continues to reshape higher education, questions about its place in the post-secondary landscape are becoming increasingly important. TMU Vice-Provost, Academic, Sean Kheraj discusses generative AI, academic integrity, classroom use and why academic freedom is essential to TMU's AI policy.
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Charting the AI frontier: how TMU is balancing innovation and integrity
TMU vice-provost, academic Sean Kheraj discusses generative AI, academic integrity, classroom use and why academic freedom is essential to university AI policy.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
From top news to groundbreaking research, TMU experts are helping shape conversations on the issues of the day, while a spotlight continues to shine on our accomplished community members.
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Making headlines: TMU experts, community members helping shape the news
Three TMU medical students share how their journey from middle school to medical school inspires their passion for community-focused care in Peel Region.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
A Mi'kmaq birch bark canoe is reshaping what business school looks like at the Ted Rogers School of Management. Take a look inside TMU’s way of honouring Indigenous entrepreneurship, rewriting the business curriculum and backing a booming Indigenous economy.
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The business of reconciliation
Inside TMU’s way of honouring Indigenous entrepreneurship, rewriting the business curriculum and backing a booming Indigenous economy.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
This TMU alum pulled off a surprising engagement proposal by taking his partner back to where it all began, without arousing suspicion. Read more about a clever ruse and nostalgic TMU time capsule moment.
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Pulling off the perfect proposal: TMU alumni get engaged on campus
Discover how TMU alumnus Meta recreated his fiancée's first-year residence room down to the last detail for a sentimental, unforgettable campus proposal.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The Image Centre has been nominated for the 2026 Ontario's Choice Awards in the Top Small Museum/Art Gallery/Historic Site category. You can vote daily, now through Sept 6, 2026: attractionsontario.ca/top-small-mu...
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
The Imperial Pub — TMU's longstanding neighbour — poured its last pint after 81 years, and the community raised one final glass to the beloved neighbourhood institution.
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Last call at the Imperial Pub
TMU community members gathered for one last pint at the Imperial Pub before the Dundas Street fixture closed after 81 years to make way for a future student residence.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
From heat waves and ticks to food safety and air and water quality, TMU experts break down summer public health concerns and recommendations.
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5 summer health risks Canadians should know
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
TMU research suggests allulose, a natural sugar in figs and maple syrup, could curb appetite and lower blood sugar naturally.
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Could a natural sugar do what Ozempic does? TMU researchers are finding out
TMU research suggests allulose, a natural sugar in figs and maple syrup, could mimic Ozempic by curbing appetite and lowering blood sugar naturally.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
TMU’s Diversity Institute is making a business case for responsible AI in HR. Explore how AI is revolutionizing hiring practices—and why unchecked algorithms risk amplifying workplace bias.
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The good, the bad and the biased: How AI is changing hiring
Explore how AI is revolutionizing hiring practices—and why unchecked algorithms risk amplifying workplace bias. Learn how HR can adopt AI responsibly
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
TMU law alum Desneige Frandsen is helping Indigenous youth imagine a future in law.
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How one TMU law grad is closing Canada's Indigenous justice gap
TMU law grad Desneige Frandsen works with Indigenous youth, helping them build advocacy skills and see themselves in the field.
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Toronto Metropolitan University @torontomet.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
How can AI help people feel more connected? TMU PhD candidate Mehnaz Aydemir is exploring how thoughtful human-robot interactions can support belonging and reduce loneliness.
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This TMU PhD student is teaching robots to help humans feel less alone
Discover how a TMU PhD student is using multisensory robotics to combat loneliness and help humans feel more connected. Read the full story.
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