Tag Archives: expert advisory

Experts Available: What do Russia sanctions mean for Canadian economy?

March 7, 2022economies, expert advisory, Russia, Ukrainemlaforge

Most of world has united behind harsh financial penalties in defense of Ukraine. TORONTO, March 4, 2022 — Immediately following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a coalition of countries including Canada, along with the European Union, the U.K., the U.S., Japan and even traditionally neutral Switzerland – moved to impose heavy financial sanctions on Vladimir Putin’s regime […]

Experts available: What’s next for Canada’s Olympians?

February 21, 2022expert advisory, Facutly of Health, Olympicsmlaforge

Many athletes face an uncertain future of physical and mental challenges — and a difficult transition to ‘normal’ life TORONTO, Feb. 18, 2022 — As the Beijing Games draw to a close, Canadians have many reasons to be proud. As was once again demonstrated by the likes of snowboarder Max Parrot, legendary speedskater Charles Hamelin, and […]

Is it the end of one-day Black Friday sales?

November 8, 2021Black Friday expert, expert advisory, Schulich School of Business

York U marketing expert says supply chain issues may change the way brands target holiday shoppers for good TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2021 — As many brands count down to their first Black Friday and holiday season without significant health restrictions due to COVID, supply chain issues are still tying the hands of many stores and online […]

York University launches first-of-its-kind initiative to address barriers for Black youth across Canada

October 5, 2021anti-racism, Carl James, expert, expert advisory, experts, Faculty of Education, media advisory, RBC, research, students, systemic racism, university, York U, York University, youthlewiskay

National pan-university program backed by $1.2 million from RBC Foundation as part of RBC Future Launch TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2021 – York University is launching a three-year initiative to enhance the representation of Black youth at universities across Canada by supporting upper-year high school students as they plan for their future such as pursuing post-secondary education or work […]

York U experts available to comment on the American election

November 3, 2020Advisory, AMPD, expert advisory, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studiessuhasini

TORONTO, Nov. 3, 2020 — After closely observing the ripple effects of the Trump administration, including the important social and public policy decisions that have had a direct impact on Canada, many Canadians have felt connected to the outcome of the 2020 American election. The following York University experts are available to speak with media: Laura Levin, […]

Who will line up to vote on Nov. 3? York University expert available to comment on American voter behaviour

October 26, 2020Advisory, expert advisory, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, LAPS, US Elections, votingsuhasini

TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2020 – Whoever they vote for, Americans who are trusting are more likely to cast their ballot on Nov. 3 − or earlier − than Americans who do not trust easily, York University Professor Cary Wu predicts. He explains that people with low trust levels are less interested in politics, so they are […]

Businesses and institutions must consider risk and ethical considerations of re-opening: York U expert

April 28, 2020Advisory, COVID-19, expert advisory, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, York Universitysuhasini

TORONTO, April 28, 2020 – Canadian provinces are creating frameworks to reopen their economies after several weeks of shutdown for non-essential services due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. What will businesses and institutions be required to consider as they develop plans to re-open, based on Ontario’s newly announced framework? “Businesses and organizations should be using […]