University Of Ottawa

This Strategic Plan outlines the Faculty of Science's key priorities and actions for the period 2025-2028. It is structured around four strategic pillars: advancing research infrastructure, transforming student learning, embedding entrepreneurship, and fostering an inclusive academic culture. The plan aims to strengthen education, research, innovation, and community engagement, positioning the Faculty as a global leader in scientific excellence and transformative innovation for a better world.

The event was the installation ceremony for the 31st president and vice-chancellor of the University of Ottawa, Marie-Eve Sylvestre, noted as the first woman to hold this position. The ceremony included acknowledgments of the traditional guardians of the land, the Alangquin people, and featured greetings from various dignitaries. Speakers highlighted the new president's commitment to vulnerable individuals, accessible justice, reconciliation, and her expertise in law, particularly concerning civil and common law traditions. Discussions emphasized the importance of her leadership during a challenging time for institutions, focusing on intellectual freedom, social justice, and inclusion. Remarks from the Mayor of Ottawa thanked the outgoing president, Jacques Fmon, and welcomed the new leader, noting her strong values regarding community and indigenous knowledge. The Faculty Association expressed both pride in the university's bilingual tradition and expectations regarding support for faculty, students, and academic freedom.

The document outlines the University of Ottawa's plan to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within its Canada Research Chairs Program (CRCP). Key objectives include increasing representation of the four designated groups (FDGs) among CRCs, incorporating EDI in recruitment and selection processes, developing EDI data collection and reporting mechanisms, and strengthening institutional commitment to EDI. The plan emphasizes addressing systemic barriers, engaging with underrepresented groups, and fostering an equitable research environment.

The 2020-2025 Strategic Plan for the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa focuses on leading innovation for a healthier world. The plan prioritizes education by enriching learner experiences and expanding innovative programs. It aims to build on research strengths, advance emerging priorities, and enhance the collaborative research environment. The plan also focuses on engagement by expanding recognition programs, nurturing diversity and equity, championing wellness, and promoting a respectful environment. Additionally, it seeks to advance Francophonie, engage with francophone communities, and broaden bilingual programs. The plan also aims to ensure impactful international partnerships, improve global health, prioritize social accountability, and empower learners for global citizenship.

The strategic plan emphasizes expanding impact on individual and population health through interdisciplinary education, research, and responsive care. It focuses on transformational education, world-class science and discovery, and strong communities through partnerships. Unifying priorities include Francophonie, inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility, social justice, innovation and technology integration, local and global impact, and reconciliation, action, and Indigenous health.