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Is it better to congratulate Wenhui Xu, Renato Zimmermann and Anthony McCanny for winning the Excellence in Teaching Economics by a TA Awards, or to congratulate their students for their excellent nominations game? newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/2026-winners...
September 23, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Is it better to congratulate Wenhui Xu, Renato Zimmermann and Anthony McCanny for winning the Excellence in Teaching Economics by a TA Awards, or to congratulate their students for their excellent nominations game? newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/2026-winners...
REMINDER: Undergrads in 2nd year & above! The first 2nd year session featuring Olga Denislamova as moderator, and panelists Tyler Paul, Jenn Murdock and Ajaz Hussain is tomorrow at Max Gluskin House. Sign up today so we order enough pizza! newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/register-now...
September 21, 2026 at 7:24 PM
REMINDER: Undergrads in 2nd year & above! The first 2nd year session featuring Olga Denislamova as moderator, and panelists Tyler Paul, Jenn Murdock and Ajaz Hussain is tomorrow at Max Gluskin House. Sign up today so we order enough pizza! newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/register-now...
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📢 Our new VoxDevLit on Agricultural Policies for Growth is out now!
In this VoxDevLit, Senior Editors Tasso Adamopoulos (York University) & Diego Restuccia (@econuoft.bsky.social) review agricultural policies for growth.
Read & download here: voxdev.org/voxdevlit/ag...
In this VoxDevLit, Senior Editors Tasso Adamopoulos (York University) & Diego Restuccia (@econuoft.bsky.social) review agricultural policies for growth.
Read & download here: voxdev.org/voxdevlit/ag...
September 17, 2026 at 9:18 AM
📢 Our new VoxDevLit on Agricultural Policies for Growth is out now!
In this VoxDevLit, Senior Editors Tasso Adamopoulos (York University) & Diego Restuccia (@econuoft.bsky.social) review agricultural policies for growth.
Read & download here: voxdev.org/voxdevlit/ag...
In this VoxDevLit, Senior Editors Tasso Adamopoulos (York University) & Diego Restuccia (@econuoft.bsky.social) review agricultural policies for growth.
Read & download here: voxdev.org/voxdevlit/ag...
The first Second Year Session is scheduled for 23 Sept at 3PM at Max Gluskin House. Professor Olga Denislamova has assembled a panel of profs to help undergrads succeed in second year (and later) economics courses. Tor learn more and register visit: newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/register-now...
September 15, 2026 at 8:20 PM
The first Second Year Session is scheduled for 23 Sept at 3PM at Max Gluskin House. Professor Olga Denislamova has assembled a panel of profs to help undergrads succeed in second year (and later) economics courses. Tor learn more and register visit: newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/register-now...
What does a first job look like after completing an MA in Economics at @utoronto.ca ?Three recent alumni at Charles River Associates shared their experiences. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/on-the-job-w...
September 14, 2026 at 5:24 PM
What does a first job look like after completing an MA in Economics at @utoronto.ca ?Three recent alumni at Charles River Associates shared their experiences. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/on-the-job-w...
It's World Suicide Prevention Day. The launch of 9-8-8 was what Niketana Kannan calls "a good first step in the right direction." In their new working paper, Kannan and her co-authors outline what the next steps might look like. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/ending-the-h... #suicideprevention
September 10, 2026 at 1:43 PM
It's World Suicide Prevention Day. The launch of 9-8-8 was what Niketana Kannan calls "a good first step in the right direction." In their new working paper, Kannan and her co-authors outline what the next steps might look like. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/ending-the-h... #suicideprevention
The Economics Study Centre (ESC) is in room 110 of Max Gluskin House, or EconHQ, at 150 St. George St. It opens next week, Monday to Thursday from 12 to 6PM. If you know new undergrads, make sure they know about the ESC!
September 8, 2026 at 7:35 PM
The Economics Study Centre (ESC) is in room 110 of Max Gluskin House, or EconHQ, at 150 St. George St. It opens next week, Monday to Thursday from 12 to 6PM. If you know new undergrads, make sure they know about the ESC!
When women report intimate partner violence (IPV), good things happen. In a new study, PhD candidate Harrison Chang et al learned that reporting improves the labour market outcomes & mental health of those who have experienced IPV. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/research-ale...
August 31, 2026 at 4:09 PM
When women report intimate partner violence (IPV), good things happen. In a new study, PhD candidate Harrison Chang et al learned that reporting improves the labour market outcomes & mental health of those who have experienced IPV. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/research-ale...
Congratulations Lily Jiang! The Econ Major affiliated with @ustmikes.bsky.social won the Finances of the Nation Infographic Competition for illustrating how tariffs are affecting Canadian consumers. #tariffs #economicresearch #financialrealities newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/lily-jiang-w...
August 19, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Congratulations Lily Jiang! The Econ Major affiliated with @ustmikes.bsky.social won the Finances of the Nation Infographic Competition for illustrating how tariffs are affecting Canadian consumers. #tariffs #economicresearch #financialrealities newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/lily-jiang-w...
In 2024, the MA in Economics program started offering 5 optional program emphases: Economic Sustainability, Economic Policy and Welfare Analysis, Economic Data Analytics, Finance, Money, Banking, and Research. Here’s the guide to all the options. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/navigating-t...
August 10, 2026 at 2:03 PM
In 2024, the MA in Economics program started offering 5 optional program emphases: Economic Sustainability, Economic Policy and Welfare Analysis, Economic Data Analytics, Finance, Money, Banking, and Research. Here’s the guide to all the options. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/navigating-t...
Victor Poulin-Therrien (pictured far left) had the opportunity to do independent research in the MA in Economics program. It was preparation for the PhD program he always hoped to join. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/pursuing-ind...
August 6, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Victor Poulin-Therrien (pictured far left) had the opportunity to do independent research in the MA in Economics program. It was preparation for the PhD program he always hoped to join. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/pursuing-ind...
Allison Knee worked with her MA in Economics cohort colleague Angel Gonzales to do research to inform policy and workplace decisions. That kind of collaboration was central to her enjoyment of the program and her decision to study law. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/an-emphasis-...
August 4, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Allison Knee worked with her MA in Economics cohort colleague Angel Gonzales to do research to inform policy and workplace decisions. That kind of collaboration was central to her enjoyment of the program and her decision to study law. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/an-emphasis-...
Ontarians were advised to stay indoors due to wildfire smoke, JeffreySun, a climate economist and Assistant Professor of Economics at @utoronto.ca was trying to get the word out about the connection between timber harvests & fire prevention. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/want-to-redu...
July 31, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Ontarians were advised to stay indoors due to wildfire smoke, JeffreySun, a climate economist and Assistant Professor of Economics at @utoronto.ca was trying to get the word out about the connection between timber harvests & fire prevention. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/want-to-redu...
@ArnavBandekar started the Economic Stability emphasis of the MA in Economics program with questions to answer about environmental claims. Read more about his journey. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/from-economi...
July 30, 2026 at 4:18 PM
@ArnavBandekar started the Economic Stability emphasis of the MA in Economics program with questions to answer about environmental claims. Read more about his journey. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/from-economi...
When faculty at Canada's universities unionized, the salaries of the lowest paid professors increased 12%. The team who conducted the study include Professors Michael Baker and @KoryKroft. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/uoft-economi...
July 29, 2026 at 8:50 PM
When faculty at Canada's universities unionized, the salaries of the lowest paid professors increased 12%. The team who conducted the study include Professors Michael Baker and @KoryKroft. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/uoft-economi...
Since 2024, students in the MA in Economics program have been able to add an emphasis to their degrees. The emphases are optional and not all students complete one. Minh Thai Duong didn't! He's now an alumnus working at his dream job. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/exploration-...
July 23, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Since 2024, students in the MA in Economics program have been able to add an emphasis to their degrees. The emphases are optional and not all students complete one. Minh Thai Duong didn't! He's now an alumnus working at his dream job. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/exploration-...
Congratulations @diegorestuccia.bsky.social, winner of the 2026 John Rae Prize at the @canadianeconoassoc.bsky.social annual conference. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/diego-restuc...
Diego Restuccia Wins 2026 John Rae Prize
The Canadian Economics Association has awarded the 2026 John Rae Prize to Professor Diego Restuccia. Named for the author of the 1905 Sociological Theory of Capital, originally published as the New Pr...
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July 20, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Congratulations @diegorestuccia.bsky.social, winner of the 2026 John Rae Prize at the @canadianeconoassoc.bsky.social annual conference. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/diego-restuc...
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Congratulations to Jacob Tsimerman, who is spotlighted in ‘Be Giant’ as a leading contender for the 2026 Fields Medal. The feature highlights his passion for collaboration that helped solve one of mathematics’ most challenging problems.
Learn more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/media-b...
Learn more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/media-b...
July 20, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Congratulations to Jacob Tsimerman, who is spotlighted in ‘Be Giant’ as a leading contender for the 2026 Fields Medal. The feature highlights his passion for collaboration that helped solve one of mathematics’ most challenging problems.
Learn more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/media-b...
Learn more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/media-b...
He's staying! The Department of Economics at @artsci.utoronto.ca is pleased to announce that Christian Spielmann has been appointed Professor of Economics. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/new-faces-20...
New Faces 2026: Christian Spielmann Appointed Professor of Economics
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July 14, 2026 at 7:43 PM
He's staying! The Department of Economics at @artsci.utoronto.ca is pleased to announce that Christian Spielmann has been appointed Professor of Economics. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/new-faces-20...
Our dept at @utoronto.ca started in 1983. Earlier studies in economics began at the Dept of Political Economy and were based on how it was taught at the University of Glasgow in the 1880s. @rpwolthoff.bsky.social created a tool to track our history. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/introducing-...
Introducing the Wolthoff Album Academicum of Economics
When a professor emeritus dies, they do need to be erased from the active faculty listing. They should not be erased from history. That was the sensitive reasoning that inspired Ronald Wolthoff, Profe...
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July 10, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Our dept at @utoronto.ca started in 1983. Earlier studies in economics began at the Dept of Political Economy and were based on how it was taught at the University of Glasgow in the 1880s. @rpwolthoff.bsky.social created a tool to track our history. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/introducing-...
Congratulations to Professor Courtney Ward!
At the 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards, faculty members from across #UofTArtSci were recognized for teaching excellence in classroom instruction, course design and curriculum development.
Read more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/2026-ou...
Read more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/2026-ou...
July 9, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Congratulations to Professor Courtney Ward!
The last time Amedeo Cunsolo visited the Department, it was to pick up the Noah Metz Award for Labour Economics. Now? He's returning to the University of Toronto to pilot Cadentia, a language learning support tool. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/economics-al...
July 8, 2026 at 1:29 PM
The last time Amedeo Cunsolo visited the Department, it was to pick up the Noah Metz Award for Labour Economics. Now? He's returning to the University of Toronto to pilot Cadentia, a language learning support tool. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/economics-al...
Congratulations to Professor @petermorrow.bsky.social and co-author Brian Kovak. The pair won the Purvis Prize at the recent @canadianeconoassoc.bsky.social's annual conference. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/morrow-and-k...
July 6, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Congratulations to Professor @petermorrow.bsky.social and co-author Brian Kovak. The pair won the Purvis Prize at the recent @canadianeconoassoc.bsky.social's annual conference. newsletter.economics.utoronto.ca/morrow-and-k...
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#UofTGrad26: After finding an interest in economics and public policy during the COVID-19 lockdown, Eli Easton shares his practical advice for incoming @utoronto.ca students.
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June 15, 2026 at 3:13 PM
#UofTGrad26: After finding an interest in economics and public policy during the COVID-19 lockdown, Eli Easton shares his practical advice for incoming @utoronto.ca students.
Read more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/innis-c...
Read more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/innis-c...
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Grad school or the workforce? What's the most important lesson from your #UofT years? What do you want to say to your friends before leaving? We put these big questions & a few more to five graduates from the Class of 2026 — here's what they had to say. 🤔 #UofTGrad26
June 3, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Grad school or the workforce? What's the most important lesson from your #UofT years? What do you want to say to your friends before leaving? We put these big questions & a few more to five graduates from the Class of 2026 — here's what they had to say. 🤔 #UofTGrad26