Impact Stories Directory

Living lab initiative drives smart sustainable transportation technologies for Ontario

A new initiative will enhance York’s commitment to advancing the SDGs while also creating smarter, sustainable transportation opportunities for Ontario. The York University Smart Mobility Applied Research and Testing – Toronto (SmartTO) is the newest Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS).

Collaborating to ensure student well-being

In October 2023, the YorkU CARE team celebrated its first anniversary after a successful year of providing proactive interventions, promoting awareness and capacity building, and developing comprehensive resource plans for students across a spectrum of support services.

Championing creativity and sustainability in Costa Rica

In the heart of Costa Rica's Alexander Skutch Biological Corridor, York University's Las Nubes Campus thrives as a nexus of creativity and learning.

York’s leadership in education and sustainability soars in prestigious rankings

York University has showcased exceptional leadership, ranking among the top 100 globally in education, English language and literature, and philosophy in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. This recognition highlights York’s commitment to academic excellence and innovative research.

A bold vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040

York University has set an inspiring goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040 or sooner. Over the past year, the University has made remarkable progress towards this objective, including signing an MOU with Noventa Energy Partners Inc. to convert wastewater into thermal energy ...