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Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. urges students to engage across differences
Drawing on years navigating Canada-U.S. relations, Kirsten Hillman encouraged Dal students to seek diverse perspectives, strengthen civic discourse and help shape the country’s future during a symposium hosted by the MacEachen Institute. Read more.
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Monday, November 2, 2026
Deantha Edmund’s Artist-In-Residence mentorship at Dalhousie’s Fountain School of Performing Arts was guided by a simple but powerful belief: every artist deserves to know they belong.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
After publishing hundreds of academic works, social work professor Dr. Michael Ungar turns to magical realism to bring complex child welfare issues to a broader audience.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Dal's 16th annual Mawio’mi brought Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Indigenous cultures. These photos capture moments of connection, learning and celebration from throughout the day.
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Friday, October 24, 2025
Dalhousie’s Stanfield Conversation addressed the erosion of democratic norms, warning that trust, not just laws, is essential to safeguarding democracy amid rising authoritarian tendencies.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
A groundbreaking survey from Dalhousie Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants’ rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Dal's Mawio'mi transformed campus into a vibrant celebration of Mi'kmaw culture, bringing together community members of all ages for dance, food, and connection.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Journalist and Dal alum Mary Lynk returns to her alma mater to moderate the 2025 Stanfield Conversation on challenges to the rule of law and the future of liberal democracy.
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Dalhousie artists and innovators dig deep, showing the university's creative footprint in Halifax’s largest public art festival.