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Activity Booklet: Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall! - 2025 edition

megan.liley@mcgill.ca — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:45:16 +0000

The Office of Experiential Learning and Community Outreach in collaboration with the Sonia Bujold Initiative and Let’s Talk Science at 91��, has put together a lovely free onlin

Radio-Canada reports on 15 years of 91�� Feeding 91��

admin — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 21:50:45 +0000

For 15 years, 91�� dining halls have been serving up fresh, local produce grown by students at Macdonald Campus as part of their agricultural and environmental sciences programs. Last year alone, 3.4 tons of tomatoes and almost 2 tons of onions ended up on students' plates thanks to the 91�� Feeding 91�� initiative.

Macdonald Campus valedictorians Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald reflect on their journeys

admin — Tue, 27 May 2025 19:28:43 +0000

As 91��’s Class of 2025 prepares to cross the stage, the 10 valedictorians from Faculties across the University—including Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences—have been drafting their speeches and, in the process, reflecting on much more than their academic success.

Welcome message from the Dean / Message de bienvenue de la doyenne

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:30:14 +0000

Dear Macdonald Campus Community,

It is with great excitement and gratitude that I begin my journey as the new Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and Associate Vice-President of the Macdonald Campus at 91��. As I begin my term, I’m excited to connect with each of you - professors, lecturers, staff, learners, students, alumni, donors, and allies. Thank you for the trust you have placed in me.

Ghana's Cocoa Price Surge: A Bitter Truth for Chocolate Lovers

admin — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:26:53 +0000

Last week, La Presse reporters spoke to agronomist and economist Pascal Thériault about a recent price surge of 62.58% for Ghanaian cocoa, a move aimed at supporting its struggling farmers. This significant price hike is expected to affect not only other cocoa-producing countries but also global chocolate manufacturers and consumers.

Four exceptional Macdonald Campus student leaders selected for Gold Key Awards

admin — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:48:17 +0000

Please join us in congratulating the 2025 winners of the Macdonald Campus Gold Key Awards, selected for their outstanding contributions, passion, and commitment to enriching student life on our campus. Read their stories below.

Macdonald Campus welcomes new leadership

admin — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:24:55 +0000

As we welcome the Fall semester, the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is pleased to announce the following appointments:

Sebastien Faucher Associate Dean (Research)

Dr. Faucher obtained his Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the Université de Montréal in 2007 and joined our Faculty in July 2011. He has previously served as Acting Associate Dean (Research) in 2020.

Quebec's Exceldor to be sold to Ontario company Sofina Foods—Pascal Thériault comments

admin — Thu, 22 May 2025 19:46:52 +0000

The Quebec cooperative Exceldor, known for its chicken breasts, wings, and nuggets, has taken steps to sell its assets to the Ontario company Aliments Sofina.

For the sale to be completed, it must be approved by two-thirds of the cooperative's members and two-thirds of the investment shareholders, as well as the Canadian Competition Bureau.

Is eating Canadian better for your health?

admin — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 17:45:05 +0000

In a recent article, La Presse investigates whether boycotting American products could improve our health. Experts interviewed for the article said it's possible—but only if we change other eating habits in the process.

The fight against parasitic worms

admin — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:15:51 +0000

For Assistant Professor Lucienne Tritten at 91��, parasitic worms represent an urgent challenge and an opportunity to push the boundaries of modern science, DNA to RNA (D2R) 91�� writes in a new article. With funding from D2R's Foundational Projects program, Prof. Tritten is developing an innovative approach to combating parasitic infections using the gut bacteria we already have inside us.

91�� has become a leader in cannabis science

admin — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:46:54 +0000

The 4th Cannabis Scientific Symposium: From Plants to People, to be held May 5–6 at the RI-MUHC, brings together top researchers as well as investigators, policymakers and industrial stakeholders from across Canada and around the globe. Among the speakers are Allyn Howlett and Bruce Bugbee, two of the most influential scientists in cannabinoid and cannabis research.

Pascal Thériault warns consumers to be on the lookout for misleading Canadian labels

admin — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 15:54:28 +0000

Canned soup giant Campbell's has come under fire for engaging in "maple washing" — a marketing tactic where foreign-made products are falsely associated with Canada through the use of maple leaves or vague labels like “Designed in Canada.” This misleading practice gives consumers the impression that products are Canadian when they are not.

Dietetics students help MUHC mark National Indigenous Peoples Day with a special meal

admin — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:11:30 +0000

Earlier this month, the 91�� Health Centre (MUHC) marked National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) with a special Indigenous-inspired cafeteria meal, featuring baked salmon, wild rice salad, and blueberry bannock.

Bridging worlds as the ice recedes

admin — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:55:31 +0000

91�� PhD candidate Alexandra Langwieder works with James Bay Indigenous communities to better understand polar bears

Macdonald Campus: Company Presentation Days

admin — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:58:58 +0000

Employers are coming to Mac Campus to meet you!

Each company is doing an information session to inform you of their organization, potential recruitment and more.