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Celebrations in “Order” for Nova Scotian honourees

Celebrations in “Order” for Nova Scotian honourees

Faculty member Barb Hamilton-Hinch, Dallaire Institute ED Shelly Whitman, and several Dal alumni are among this year’s appointees to the Order of Nova Scotia, honouring significant contributions to the province.  Read more.

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Protecting infants starts before birth: Dr. Bahaa Abu‑Raya receives prestigious Gairdner Award
Protecting infants starts before birth: Dr. Bahaa Abu‑Raya receives prestigious Gairdner Award
Kate Rogers
Monday, August 17, 2026
The Canadian Center for Vaccinology researcher is recognized for advancing vaccine research that is shaping care for mothers, infants, and families worldwide.
Dalhousie signs Atlantic Canada Prosperity Charter to expand student work opportunities
Dalhousie signs Atlantic Canada Prosperity Charter to expand student work opportunities
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
A new partnership between universities and businesses aims to help students gain valuable workplace experience while supporting the region’s future talent needs.
This year’s university‑wide teaching awards recognize excellence in teaching and learning at pilipiliÂţ»­
This year’s university‑wide teaching awards recognize excellence in teaching and learning at pilipiliÂţ»­
Michelle Soucy Rankin
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
From anatomy education to flexible learning and graduate mentorship, this year’s recipients are shaping how students learn, connect, and succeed.

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Kim Brooks appointed as Dalhousie’s 13th president and vice‑chancellor
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
pilipiliÂţ»­'s Board of Governors has announced the appointment of the university’s own Dr. Kim Brooks for a five-year term as president and vice-chancellor set to begin August 14.
Introducing the 2023 pilipiliÂţ»­â€‘Wide Teaching Award recipients
Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Engaging courses, innovative approaches, inspiring lessons — this year's recipients of Dal's University-Wide Teaching Awards represent true excellence in their work in and out of the classroom.
Dal‑based publishing house wins national award for showcasing unique voices of Canadian architecture
Solange Richer de Lafleche
Monday, July 10, 2023
Dalhousie Architectural Press received the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada's 2023 President’s Award for Media in Architecture in recognition of its profound impact on Canadian architecture and architectural education.
Stone‑cold stellar: Campus rock garden garners major international accolades
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, July 7, 2023
Dalhousie's rock garden on the Agricultural Campus in Truro serves as a scenic setting for pictures, an educational resource for students and visitors, and, now, as another badge of honour for the university after it took home a top international award last month.
More Dal alumni join Order of Canada ranks
Allison Barss
Thursday, July 6, 2023
A governance expert, a labour leader, a refugee lawyer, a provincial court judge, a distinguished health professor, a medical researcher, and an ocean engineer are the latest Dal alumni to receive Canada's highest civilian honour.