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Standing together for the good of
humanity and our planet.
This is human.
campaign priorities
Tech with a conscience: Innovation, impact and the social and ethical implications of technology
Improve the lives of humans and the planet through the ethical application of technology.
Learning re-imagined: Learner-centred educational opportunities
Adapt to the ever-changing educational landscape by experimenting with the most effective ways to deliver flexible and dynamic, competency-based learning, giving more choices to more people.
Creating a sticky campus: A place to make lasting connections
Promote positive social change and foster an accessible, diverse, and inclusive campus culture.
Partnerships: Meaningful connections with our local and global communities
Help industry, community, government, and academic partners be more effective by bringing them together with students and researchers to uncover innovative solutions for their most pressing problems.
Two decades of remarkable growth
Ontario Tech University is one of Ontario’s fastest-growing institutions, with over 11,000 students and 31,000 alumni since opening our doors in 2003. Our rapid expansion and reputation have made us a major force for regional growth, employing over 2,500 people and ranking as one of Durham Region’s Top 10 employers.
Our strength lies in our people, high-tech facilities, and a supportive learning environment. We shape the future of higher education through innovative bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs, equipping students with practical skills to build Canada’s skilled workforce and drive innovation.
We are committed to engaging our community and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in STEM. Our collaborations with industry, government, and academia foster research and discovery in fields like energy, AI, and healthcare. Our national and international hubs—such as the Brilliant Energy Institute and the Digital Life Institute—lead advancements that impact lives globally.
With over 500 external partners, our students and researchers drive solutions in energy, manufacturing, education, technology, health, and more.
We’ve laid a solid foundation. Now is the time to build on our vision.
Fast Facts: Ontario Tech
-Re$earch Infosource 2023
Together, we can meet the unknowns of tomorrow by inspiring the next generation of tech-savvy innovators to drive positive societal change and shape a more sustainable and equitable future.
Latest news
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Ontario Tech students propose generative AI platform to preserve Indigenous languages
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Ontario Tech University and Humber Polytechnic unite to power the future of the nuclear energy workforce
