GR for @ontariotech_u. Proud Board Member of CMLTO, @sci_rendezvous & Ontario Tech. Raging public affairs junkie. Views are my own, RT’s ≠ endorsements.
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Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Ontario Tech will recognize two honorary degree recipients at our Fall Convocation ceremony. 🎓 Kevin Chan of @Meta and education-sector leader Laura Elliott, honoured for their contributions to technology, civic engagement, education and public service. news.ontariotechu.ca/archive…
ALT Headshots of Ontario Tech honorary degree recipients Kevin Chan and Laura Elliott.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Congrats to Ontario Tech as the first university in Ontario to qualify as a supplier in the Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace. This opens a critical new pathway to strengthen Canada’s defence capabilities. @ontariotech_u @OntUniv @UnivCanada
news.ontariotechu.ca/archive…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
A proud milestone for Ontario Tech! 🇨🇦 We’re the only Ontario university qualified as a supplier in Canada’s Defence Drone Initiative Marketplace, opening opportunities to advance Canadian drone and autonomous technologies responsibly. news.ontariotechu.ca/archive…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
I was honoured to be named an Ambassador for the Energy and Electricity Alliance, representing the post-secondary sector. I look forward to working alongside leaders from industry and labour to help advance practical solutions that will support Canada's energy future.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Supporting student success is at the heart of what we do. Ontario Tech is ranked among the top 10 undergraduate universities in Canada for student services by @macleans, reflecting our commitment to helping students thrive. Learn what makes us stand out: ontariotechu.ca/rankings
ALT A photo of three students walking through the Science Building at Ontario Tech's north campus. There is text at the bottom of the image that says "Top 10 among undergrad universities for student services, Maclean's Magazine."
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
It was a privilege speaking with members of the @WhitbyChamber over breakfast this morning at the @AbilitiesCentre in Whitby about how the Government of Canada is working to build the strongest economy in the G7.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this engaging and insightful event possible, including Karey Anne Large and the team at the Whitby Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Steven Murphy and the team at @ontariotech_u , and Michael Cvitkovic and the team at the Abilities Centre.
I appreciated the opportunity to connect with local business leaders, discuss the opportunities ahead, and hear their perspectives on strengthening our economy and supporting growth across our communities.
#Whitby #EconomicGrowth
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
A pleasure to sit down with local politicians of all stripes to advance Canada’s priorities. I was pleased to participate in a @WhitbyChamber fireside chat with Parliamentary Secretary @TurnbullWhitby to discuss the opportunities and threats facing our economy and workforce.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Ontario's need for STEM talent continues to grow. In a recent @CBCNews story, Ontario Tech Registrar Dr. Joe Stokes discusses how the university is expanding STEM opportunities and developing new programs to help meet future workforce demand. cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/o…
ALT Two students wearing Ontario Tech branded lab coats standing inside the nuclear lab at Ontario Tech's north campus. The student on the left is holding an open notebook, and the student on the right is carrying a glass container full of water.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
How can AI-powered social robots help support mental health and accessibility? Ontario Tech @OT_FBIT professor Dr. Patrick Hung and his students are exploring human-centred solutions that could make support services more inclusive and personalized. news.ontariotechu.ca/archive…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Happy to join @lornecoe and @ontariotech_u to announce a record investment of nearly $92 million. This funding will ensure that we continue to deliver the tech-forward programs local graduates need to gain in-demand skills and cement Ontario as a world leader in emerging #tech.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
The @ONgov is investing $91.9-million in Ontario Tech through its new post-secondary funding model. This investment will help expand opportunities for students and strengthen the pipeline of highly skilled talent needed to power Ontario's future. news.ontariotechu.ca/archive…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Today’s $91.9 million investment in Ontario Tech University is a significant vote of confidence in our students, our faculty and staff, and the vital role universities play in building Ontario’s future.
I want to thank Premier @fordnation Min Minister @nolanmquinn, @ToddJMcCarthy
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
We're growing Ontario's workforce, building stronger communities, and creating more opportunities for students.
Last month, I announced an investment of $1.7 billion to fund 70,000 more postsecondary seats in high-demand programs across the province.
Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
The celebration continues! 🎓 Day two of #OntarioTechGrad celebrated our 2026 @ot_fsc and @ot_fbit graduates. Congratulations, grads! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make as @OT_alumni.💙
ALT A photo of a group of graduates posing with Ontario Tech President Steven Murphy.
ALT Three graduating students posing for a photo under a banner that says “Ontario Tech Grad.”
ALT A photo of a graduating student posing with the Ontario Tech logo and Hunter in Polonsky Commons.
ALT A graduate on stage shaking hands with a faculty member.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Ontario Tech welcomes the Canadian government’s new AI strategy. We’re helping our nation build momentum through our research, innovation and teaching, training talent from the classroom to the boardroom. See human-centred AI in action: ontariotechu.ca/ai
ALT A photo of a student wearing a lab coat and goggles inside a lab at Ontario Tech's north campus.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Thank you @C_Mulroney!
What an amazing day.
We were truly honoured to be recognized along side of these amazing graduates and also meet so many of their families on this special day.
Thank you for coming and always being there for us, sœur xx
@ontariotech_u
Congratulations to my brother, Mark, and sister-in-law, Vanessa, now DOCTORS Mulroney, on each receiving an Honorary Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) from Ontario Tech University in recognition of your incredible contributions to business, philanthropy and community development. This honour is so richly deserved. Our family is so proud of you. 💚🍀💚
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Congratulations to my brother, Mark, and sister-in-law, Vanessa, now DOCTORS Mulroney, on each receiving an Honorary Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) from Ontario Tech University in recognition of your incredible contributions to business, philanthropy and community development. This honour is so richly deserved. Our family is so proud of you. 💚🍀💚
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Great to sit down with Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter and discuss the readiness of Ontario Tech to immediately contribute to major projects of a provincial, national and international scale. From energy to AI, automotive/defence dual use, to mining and robotics! podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
Convocation week has arrived! 🎓 We're getting ready to celebrate the Class of 2026 and all they've accomplished. Before the #OntarioTechGrad ceremonies begin, meet soon-to-be grads from each faculty and hear their stories at ontariotechu.ca/convocation/…
ALT A photo of a banner on the west wall of the Library Building with text that says "Congrats, the best is yet to come."
ALT A photo of a large white tent in the middle of Polonsky Commons.
ALT A photo of a blue banner on the west side of Shawenjigewining Hall that says "Step into what's next."
ALT A photo of a sign hung up outside the Library Building that says "Ontario Tech Grad." The Engineering Building can be seen in the background.
Matthew Mackenzie retweeted
ICYMI: Last week, our government announced a $1.7 billion investment to fund 70,000 new seats in high-demand college and university programs to meet regional and provincial labour market needs.
We're preparing more students for rewarding careers in high-demand fields while strengthening Ontario’s workforce for the future.
Thanks @krushowy for covering this exciting announcement in the @TorontoStar.
Read the full article: thestar.com/news/canada/new-…
@OntUniv, @SteveOrsini