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2013 Edition – on sale now!

The Directory of Canadian Universities is the authoritative guide to Canadian universities. It includes everything from scholarship information and fees, to programs and housing facilities, at 97 Canadian universities.

• updated annually
• compiled by AUCC and the universities
• national in scope
• bilingual
• articles on undergraduate and graduate studies
• international student information
• university location map
• index of over 10,000 academic programs available in Canada

Frequency: Annual (May 2013 release)
Format: 7″ x 9.25″, 592 pages, bilingual
ISBN: 978-0-88876-308-5
Cost: $49.95

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Innovation in education: quick facts on undergraduate education.

1. Preparing for rewarding careers
About half of all Canadian university students across all disciplines complete at least one co-op, practicum, internship or field placement by the time they graduate. ^{Canadian University Survey Consortium, 2012 Survey of Graduating Undergraduate Students}

2. High-end research opportunities
University professors often involve undergraduates in their research work: 58 percent of undergraduates report having involvement with faculty research projects. ^{Canadian University Survey Consortium, 2012 Survey of Graduating Undergraduate Students}

3. A global experience on campus
Canada is increasingly becoming a destination of choice for international students seeking a high quality university education. More than 100,000 international students are currently enrolled at our universities. They enrich the learning experience of all students by bringing new perspectives, cultures and languages to university life — inside and outside of the classroom. ^{AUCC estimates adapted from Statistics Canada, Postsecondary Student Information System}

4. New approaches in teaching and research
More than half of faculty members at Canadian universities have been hired since 2000. These scholars and scientists bring new approaches in learning and research to their classrooms and labs. They also bring international perspectives gained through their own studies and research partnerships. They’re innovative, interdisciplinary, collaborative and open to the world. ^{AUCC estimates adapted from Statistics Canada, University and College Academic Staff System.}

5. International experiences
About 25,000 undergraduate students take part in a study-abroad experience each year. ^{AUCC estimates adapted from Statistics Canada, Postsecondary Student Information System}

These international experiences help students become global citizens and prepare for future careers. More than half of employers polled said they would hire a student with study abroad experience over a candidate without these experiences. ^{Council of Ontario Universities, Employment Outcomes of 2009 Graduates of Ontario University Undergraduate Programs, November 2012}

6. Becoming global citizens
More than 1,300 Canadian students from three-quarters of Canada’s universities have participated in internships in developing and emerging countries through the CIDA-funded Students for Development since the program was launched in 2005. This is just one of many programs and courses that give undergraduates an opportunity to gain international experience and make a difference in communities around the world. ^{AUCC figures (AUCC has been the managing body of the program over this time period and tracks participation each year for reporting to CIDA)}

University Affairs is a magazine for and about Canada’s university community, printed 10 times a year and updated regularly online. Published continuously since 1959, University Affairs offers news, commentary, in-depth articles on a wide range of topics, and career advice for academics.

The award-winning magazine, owned by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, is also the largest source of career ads for people seeking academic positions in Canada.

Website: www.universityaffairs.ca

1. Canada needs more university, college and trades grads
   In order to compete in the new global knowledge economy, we have to equip all Canadians to achieve their potential and contribute to a prosperous Canada.
2. There is strong demand for university grads.
   According to a recent CIBC report, most jobs in high demand in Canada require a university degree. For example: managers in health, education, social and community services; human resources and business service professionals; and supervisors in manufacturing and processing. ^{CIBC World Markets, The Haves and Have Nots of Canada’s Labour Market (December 3, 2012)}
3. University grads have in-demand skills.
   Today’s employers are seeking employees with global awareness, critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and strong communication and interpersonal skills. These are all skills developed and honed through a university education. ^{Harris interactive employment survey, July 2012}
4. Grads have close connection between studies and career.
   University graduates are typically employed in an area connected to their studies soon after graduation. For example, in Ontario two years after graduation (in 2011), 93 percent of university graduates were working and 82 percent of those working full-time considered their work closely or somewhat closely related to their university education. ^{Council of Ontario Universities, Employment Outcomes of 2009 Graduates of Ontario University Undergraduate Programs, November 2012} 
5. University grads adapt to job market changes.
   Many of the most in-demand occupations today did not exist 10 or 20 years ago. University education equips young Canadians with skills to adapt to changing labour market needs. ^{Canadian Chamber of Commerce report on cross-country consultations, Canada’s Skills Crisis: What We Heard, 2012}
6. Opportunities are strongest for university grads.
   The demand for university graduates is strong across Canada. For example, even in resource-rich Alberta, more than 40 percent of new jobs since 2000 have been for university graduates, 26 percent for college graduates and 10 percent for skilled tradespeople. ^{Statistics Canada, Labour Force Survey}
7. Job growth for university graduates continues in a tough economy.
   Strong job growth for university grads continues, even during difficult times. Between July 2008 and July 2012, 700,000 net new jobs were created for university graduates, compared to 320,000 net new jobs for college and trades graduates, while a total of 640,000 jobs were lost for high school grads. ^{Statistics Canada, Labour Force Survey}
8. Canada has room to grow.
   According to the OECD, Canada ranks first in the world in college attainment, while only 15^th for university degree attainment. ^{OECD, Education at a Glance 2012}
9. Job projections are favourable for university grads.
   According to Human Resources and Skills Development Canada’s estimates, 70 percent of new jobs in the coming decade will require postsecondary education. Between 2011 and 2020, AUCC estimates there will be 2.1 million jobs created for university graduates. ^{Human Resources and Skills Development Canada}
10. University students get hands-on career preparation.
    Universities are increasing the programs and services they offer to help graduates transition to careers. Half of all Canadian university students across all disciplines now complete at least one co-op experience, practicum, internship or field placement by the time they graduate. ^{Canadian University Survey Consortium, 2012 Survey of Graduating Undergraduate Students}
11. We must narrow the Aboriginal education gap.
    There are more than 560,000 Aboriginals under the age of 25 across Canada. Only eight percent of Aboriginal people aged 25 to 64 in Canada have a university degree. Comparatively, 23 percent of non-Aboriginals of the same age group have a university degree. Tremendous opportunities exist – for Aboriginals in Canada and for the country – if we increase access to university education for Aboriginals of all ages. ^{Statistics Canada, 2006 Census of Population}

A summary of university programs and services specifically tailored to Aboriginal students.  The report includes data collected from a 2012 survey sent to Canadian universities.