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University of Calgary

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Calgary, Canada

The University of Calgary is a public research university that offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. It is recognized for its research initiatives, innovation, and community engagement in Calgary, Alberta, and serves as a hub for academic excellence and research in Canada.

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CCI Score: University of Calgary

8.11

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UCalgary Supports Community through United Way Fundraising

The University of Calgary community organized a series of events that raised $372,431 in 2023 for United Way’s Community Impact Fund, reflecting strong community engagement and support for local services.

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University of Calgary is currently rated as an Objector.

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These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

  • UCalgary Supports Community through United Way Fundraising Logo
    JAN
    23
    2024

    The University of Calgary community organized a series of events that raised $372,431 in 2023 for United Way’s Community Impact Fund, reflecting strong community engagement and support for local services.

  • +60

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 29

    The University of Calgary demonstrated significant civic engagement by mobilizing its community to exceed fundraising goals for United Way. This effort not only strengthens local support systems but also reinforces progressive values of community solidarity and social responsibility, which are essential in countering authoritarian tendencies.

    UCalgary comes together to help United Way raise more than $370,000 for communities in need

  • Tuition Hikes Spur Student Protests at University of Calgary Logo
    JAN
    01
    2023

    Students protested the fourth consecutive year of tuition increases at the University of Calgary, highlighting financial hardships and a perceived prioritization of revenue over accessibility. The protest reflects growing concerns that repetitive tuition hikes are contributing to structural inequalities and undermining broader public accountability in education.

  • -20

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 29

    The university's continued tuition increases in the face of public protests demonstrate a disregard for the collective concerns of students. This inattention to public sentiment damages community trust and represents a failure in aligning institutional policies with the needs of marginalized groups.

    Students protest fourth consecutive year of tuition increases at U of C

  • -60

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 29

    The repeated decision to raise tuition fees imposes added financial burdens on students, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities and undermining the ethical responsibility of the institution to provide accessible education.

    Students protest fourth consecutive year of tuition increases at U of C

  • -40

    Economic and Structural Influence

    March 29

    The ongoing tuition increases contribute to broader structural inequities, potentially limiting access to higher education among lower-income groups and reinforcing long-term socioeconomic disparities.

    Students protest fourth consecutive year of tuition increases at U of C

  • University of Calgary Reinforces Non-Partisan Financial Policy Logo
    AUG
    17
    2021

    The University of Calgary issued a reminder of its Partisan Political Activities Policy ahead of the upcoming federal and municipal elections in 2021, clarifying that neither operating funds, research funds, nor donated funds may be used for partisan political purposes or contributions. This policy ensures that the university maintains its non-partisan stance and avoids the misuse of institutional resources in political campaigning.

  • +40

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 29

    By clearly stating that the University of Calgary cannot use its resources for partisan political activities—including contributions, donations (monetary or in-kind), or any form of support for political campaigns—the institution demonstrates a commitment to neutrality and academic independence. This proactive stance minimizes the risk of being entangled in partisan or authoritarian influences, which is viewed positively within an anti-fascist framework.

    A reminder of the Partisan Political Activities Policy

  • University of Calgary Enforces Non-Partisan Political Activity Protocol Logo
    JAN
    18
    2021

    The University of Calgary issued a protocol reminding students, faculty, and staff that the institution is non-partisan, prohibiting the use of university funds and resources for partisan political activities, including contributions to political candidates or events. This policy is aimed at ensuring that university resources are not misused in any political campaign.

  • +30

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 29

    By adopting a clear policy that prohibits the use of university funds and resources for partisan political activities, the University of Calgary reinforces its commitment to non-partisanship. This helps prevent the misuse of public resources to support any political candidates or causes, thereby reducing the risk of indirectly endorsing authoritarian or far-right political agendas. The measure supports democratic accountability and transparency, which aligns with anti-fascist and progressive values.

    University protocol regarding political activity

  • University of Calgary Layoffs Spark Public Sector Protest Logo
    NOV
    14
    2019

    Following a 5% cut in the 2019 advanced education budget and the contentious passage of Bill 22, the University of Calgary announced two rounds of layoffs affecting a total of 250 positions (150 of which are layoffs). This decision prompted hundreds of public sector workers to protest, voicing concerns over job losses, pension changes, and the erosion of labor rights.

  • -50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 29

    The University of Calgary's decision to implement significant layoffs undermines workers' rights and job security, igniting protests from public sector employees. This action reflects broader issues of deteriorating labor conditions and contributes to a weakening of workers' bargaining power, aligning with practices that can inadvertently support authoritarian economic policies.

    Hundreds of public sector workers protest post-secondary layoffs

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