Report: Executive Committee - May 04, 2026

REPORT NUMBER 567 OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Monday, May 4, 2026

To the Governing Council,
University of Toronto,

Your Executive Committee reports that it held a meeting in the Chairs’ Boardroom, Simcoe Hall on May 4, 2026 with the following members present:

PRESENT: Anna Kennedy (Chair), Melanie Woodin (President), Donald Ainslie, Vikram Chadalawada, Evan Chan, Robert Cooper, Audrey Karlinsky, Indi Gopinathan, Andrew Petersen

REGRETS: Samuel Elfassy, Sandra Hanington, Rishi Shah, Grace Westcott, Mary-Agnes Wilson

NON-VOTING MEMBER: Sheree Drummond (Secretary of the Governing Council)

SECRETARIAT: Lauren Turner (Secretary)

IN ATTENDANCE: Ann Curran (Chair, UTM Campus Council)*, Rajiv Mathur (Chair, Business Board), Geeta Yadav (Chair, University Affairs Board)*

Kelly Hannah-Moffat (Vice-President, People Strategy, Equity and Culture) (Item 4), Trevor Young (Vice-President and Provost), Mayo Moran (Chair, Standing Committee on Recognition) (Item 15a), Karen Bellinger (Associate Director, Appeals, Discipline and Faculty Grievances) (Items 14a and 14b), Jodie Glean(Executive Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) (Items 1-4), Julie McAlpine-Jeffries (Executive Director & Counsel) (Item 4), Chris Lang (Director, Appeals, Discipline and Faculty Grievances) (Items 14a and 14b), Professor Cheryl Regehr (Item 5), Trevor Rodgers (Assistant Vice-President, Institutional Strategy), Kristin Taylor (Chief Legal Officer), Sandy Welsh (Vice-Provost, Students) (Items 1-5)

*remote attendance

Pursuant to section 38 of By-Law Number 2,
consideration of items 14 to 17 took place in camera.

CLOSED SESSION

1. Chair’s Remarks
   
   The Chair welcomed members to the meeting. In accordance with By-Law Number 2, the Chair read into the record the Committee’s approval, via e-ballot on April 7, 2026, of the appointment of Jeff Lennon as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 13, 2026.
   
   The Chair noted that a member had asked her what the role of the Governing Council is in eliminating antisemitism at the University of Toronto. For clarity, the Chair re-stated what she said at the last meeting of the Executive Committee, namely that the Executive Committee and the Governing Council remain committed to holding the administration accountable through regular reporting on its efforts to address antisemitism and other forms of discrimination. The Executive Committee passed a resolution setting this requirement in October 2024 and has received reports from the administration at every Executive Committee and Governing Council meeting since.

2. Report of the President
   
   The President delivered her report, starting with innovation and commercialization. She shared that on April 20, she participated in the grand opening of BioLabs University of Toronto alongside Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security. BioLabs is the city’s largest shared lab incubator and the first Canadian site in BioLabs’ global network. The President then provided an update on progress toward establishing a new venture capital fund focused primarily but not exclusively on U of T Life Science ventures, participation in which was approved by the Business Board in March 2026. She advised that this development is an exciting part of the plans to accelerate investing in and scaling of U of T start-ups.
   
   The President then described the results of the University’s ninth annual Entrepreneurship and Innovation marketing campaign to raise awareness and deepen engagement among investors, business leaders and government stakeholders in the tech and innovation sector. She reported that from February 2 to March 30, 2026, the campaign’s landing pages reached over 76,000 visitors, YouTube videos were introduced, generating more than 2.7 million views, and hundreds of new subscribers were added to the Deep Tech Download newsletter. She closed the innovation and commercialization portion of her report with a brief update on the bio-medical corridor strategy which is working to identify potential donors and government partners for investment and expansion, particularly for the Temerity Building and the second phase of the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus.
   
   The President then discussed efforts to combat antisemitism at the University of Toronto. She re-affirmed the administration’s commitment to combatting antisemitism, advising that work is proceeding under the capable direction of senior leaders, including the Provost and the Vice-President, People Strategy, Equity and Culture. With respect to the Antisemitism Action Plan written by four members of the Governing Council, the President reiterated her openness to good ideas from any source. She advised the Committee that more than half of the recommendations from the Action Plan were already in place at the University as part of the work arising out of the University’s 2021 Antisemitism Working Group. Examples included increases in culturally sensitive mental health specialists through Telus Health (for students) and through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (for faculty and staff); education for staff within equity, diversity, and inclusion offices on antisemitism and discrimination based on creed, ethnic origin and place of origin as part of their work; and a protocol for promptly removing any antisemitic, racist, or discriminatory posters, graffiti, or writings found on campus property. She noted that some recommendations from the Action Plan were not, however, actionable for a number of reasons. Some were not feasible because they would violate provincial regulations, such as the Ontario free speech directive. Others could not be implemented because they did not meet standards articulated in federal law - for example, with regard to the legal definition of “hate speech”. Others were not possible under University policies, collective agreements, or in the University context. For example, the recommendation to “ban last-minute protests” would be contrary to free expression principles and policies. She noted that time and place restrictions are, however, enforced. Similarly, recommendations to embed specific materials in academic programming, dictate course design, or to “forbid” certain academic programming with blanket bans, would run counter to academic freedom. She noted that the University does take action against activities that are harassing or discriminatory under the law and policies.
   
   The President acknowledged that there were ideas in the Action Plan that aligned with the direction the University is moving and had spurred the leadership to think about where greater improvements were possible. In this vein, she noted the significant campus safety structural changes that were approved at the last Governing Council meeting, which will improve responses to concerns about safety, emergency planning and response, and tri-campus coordination. The Lab for the Global Study of Antisemitism has also committed to launching a campus climate study to better understand the experiences of Jewish students on U of T campuses. The request in the Action Plan for an overhaul of the complaints system and implementation of a user-friendly online portal is underway as part of the draft discrimination policy. She reflected that Governing Council members and the leadership of the University have discussed several alleged incidents of antisemitism as a group over the past few years. The new human rights policy will have a significant impact on how the University responds to such incidents and complaints of antisemitism and other forms of discrimination. She expressed confidence that, taken together, the actions described can drive important and lasting change to make U of T a more accountable and inclusive place for Jewish students, staff, and faculty, as well as members of all backgrounds. 
   
   Moving to government relations, the President discussed the Spring Economic Update tabled by the Federal Government on April 28, 2026. The Update, as expected, was an exercise in fiscal and economic reporting, with limited new spending measures. Overall, the Spring Economic Update featured an emphasis on addressing ongoing economic uncertainty, including the creation of a $25 billion Sovereign Wealth Fund, a $6 billion investment in skilled trades through the Team Canada Strong program and other affordability measures. The President advised that she was in Ottawa with presidents of other U15 institutions, meeting with key senior Canadian officials, including Christiane Fox, Deputy Minister of National Defence, and Isabelle Mondou, Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council, reiterating the importance of university research in addressing the government’s economic challenges.
   
   The President reported that it has been a quieter month in provincial government relations. Although the provincial government introduced legislation to condense teacher education programs to 12 months effective May 1, 2027, the government’s focus has been on undergraduate teaching programs, which would not impact the University of Toronto. There have not been any indications that changes are being proposed to OISE’s graduate programs at this time, but the University is continuing to monitor this issue. Municipally, the President reported that she was pleased to host a reception at City Hall alongside Mayor Olivia Chow and local councillor Dianne Saxe on April 22, 2026. Doing so provided an excellent opportunity to connect with elected officials and senior civil servants, and reiterate the value of the relationship between U of T and the City of Toronto. The University plays a key role in the success of the Toronto region, and continued collaboration on shared priorities, such as sustainability, housing, transit and Toronto's innovation ecosystem, are a priority.
   
   The President shared that U of T has once again been ranked first in Canada in the annual QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. U of T was ranked among the top 17 universities globally in all five broad disciplinary fields, including: 12th in life sciences and medicine, 14th in arts and humanities, 15th in social sciences and management, 16th in natural sciences, and 17th in engineering and technology. She gave special mention to the specific subject areas that were ranked in the top 10 globally: Nursing (4th), Sports (6th), Psychology (8th), Education (10th), English (10th), and Philosophy (10th). U of T was one of just seven universities in the world to rank among the top 25 across a broad spectrum of 33 specific subjects, placing it among world-class peers such as Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and the National University of Singapore.
   
   The President provided a campaign update, reporting that the annual fundraising total has exceeded $480 million, with an official figure expected in the coming weeks as year-end reporting is finalized. This is well ahead of the annual goal of $310 million; 2025-26 will be the strongest fundraising year in the University’s history. The President reported that she continued to be inspired by the number of donors who focus their philanthropy on student financial support, including some recent principal gifts earmarked entirely for student aid. The Annual and Leadership Giving program has also seen record-setting growth again this year, surpassing the $20 million mark and counting. A key contributor was the March 26 Giving Day Campaign that raised more than $800,000 from over 2,400 donors - including 355 new donors to the University. The exceptional success of the last year brings the cumulative total funds raised under The Defy Gravity campaign to over $2.75 billion.
   
   The President concluded her remarks with a series of congratulations:

• Professor John Borrows of Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law received the 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship
• Professor Karen Maxwell of the Department of Biochemistry was awarded the Peter Gilgan Canada Gairdner Momentum Award
• University Professor Daniel Drucker from Mount Sinai Hospital and the Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Professor Andrew Boozary from University Health Network and Dalla School of Public Health each received the Governor General’s Innovation Award.
• Danielle Martin, former Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine since 2021 was elected federal MP for University-Rosedale

Members congratulated the President on an extremely successful year. In response to a member’s question, the President discussed the University’s engagement and partnership with the Federal Government on major funding initiatives such as defense spending. In response to another member’s question, the Provost advised that the Lab for the Global Study of Antisemitism’s campus climate study will focus first on the student experience, but may expand to staff and faculty. In response to a follow-up question, the President advised that the leadership has received the report of the Muslim, Arab and Palestinian Discrimination Working Group and is reflecting on how to move forward. A brief discussion ensued on the recent news stories about the Royal Conservatory of Music. A member commented on the increase in incidents of antisemitism reported in the recently released Annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents by B’nai Brith. In response to another member’s question, the Provost described efforts made to improve safety on campus. Professor Sandy Welsh advised that Campus Safety on the St. George Campus will launch a pilot program of uniformed special constables wearing body cameras. Professor Welsh then clarified that the University sets a high bar for its privacy obligations when it comes to the use of student T-Card photos.

3. Items for Confirmation
   1. New Degree: Bachelor of Computer Science, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, University of Toronto Scarborough
      
      The Chair of the Academic Board reported on the discussion of the proposed new degree at the Board’s April 16, 2026 meeting. In response to a member’s question, Professor Ainslie confirmed that Bachelor of Computer Science degrees would be offered at the St. George, UTM, and UTSC campuses.
      
      On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
      
      YOUR COMMITTEE CONFIRMED
      
      THAT the proposed four-year, first entry, honours degree, Bachelor of Computer Science, as described in the proposal from the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto Mississauga, and University of Toronto Scarborough dated February 25, 2026 be approved effective September 1, 2027.
       

   2. New Program: PhD in Interdisciplinary and Applied Biology, University of Toronto Scarborough
      
      The Chair of the Academic Board reported on the discussion of the proposed new program at the Board’s April 16, 2026 meeting. In response to a member’s question about the novelty of an interdisciplinary PhD at UTSC, the Provost discussed the new program’s alignment with the University’s movement towards more intensive graduate studies as envisioned in Towards 2030. Professor Ainslie noted that there is a PhD in Environmental Science at UTSC which is also an interdisciplinary offering.
      
      On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
      
      YOUR COMMITTEE CONFIRMED
      
      THAT the proposed PhD in Interdisciplinary and Applied Biology, as described in the proposal from the University of Toronto Scarborough dated February 27, 2026 be approved effective September 1, 2027.

4. Update on Consultations on the new Discrimination and Harassment Policy
   
   Jodie Glean presented the draft Policy on Human Rights Code Discrimination and Harassment to the Executive Committee. She noted that the Policy, once approved by governance in Cycle 5, would replace the Statement on Prohibited Discrimination and Discriminatory Harassment and the Statement on Human Rights.
   
   A new Human Rights Office will be created that will be a single point of intake for complaints. The Human Rights Office will adhere to timelines as set out in the Policy and will be responsible for coordinating with decision-makers for complaints based on respondents’ relationship with the University. In order to ensure relevance and accountability, the Policy includes regular reporting and a 5-year review cycle.
   
   Ms. Glean noted that the Policy is concise and principles-based. Implementation of the Policy will be codified in guidelines and supporting documentation to align with other relevant resources such as the workplace violence and harassment programs.
   
   Ms. Glean then discussed some technical aspects of the Policy. She noted that the definition of a complaint has been set out clearly in the Policy. She discussed disciplinary and appeals processes, which will be determined via combinations of policies as appropriate. She also described non-disciplinary alternative dispute resolution pathways that may be used if all parties agree. Turning to scope, Ms. Glean advised the Committee that the Policy requires that both the complainant and respondent have a relationship with the University.
   
   Ms. Glean then provided an overview of the complaint assessment process, including triage and referral to appropriate University offices. She advised that only complaints that are investigated and substantiated can result in a disciplinary outcome. Complaints found not to violate a University policy will be referred to local campuses, Faculties or divisions to offer supports to the complainant.
   
   Ms. Glean summarized the feedback received on the March 2026 draft of the Policy and the amendments made in response, advising that no further substantive revisions are anticipated. The Policy will move through governance approvals next cycle commencing with the Campus Councils.
   
   In response to a member’s question, Professor Kelly Hannah-Moffat described the appeal and escalation options available to staff in the PM group at the University. A brief discussion ensued, contrasting PM and UTFA processes. In response to another question from the member, Ms. Glean described the types of relationships that would bring either a complainant or a respondent into the scope of the Policy. Ms. McAlpine-Jeffries added that legislation required a broader scope than just students, faculty and staff. It was further clarified that the Policy applied where an individual has been discriminated against, and not when an individual disagrees with another member of the community or feels aggrieved.
   
   In response to another member’s question, Ms. Glean clarified that University business can take place outside of physical campus spaces. In response to another member’s question, Ms. Glean advised that individuals can engage in the complaints process within a 12-month period of their departure from the University. In response to a final member question, Ms. Glean and the Provost described how the approach to problematic encounters between members of the University community and members of the public on University grounds differs from the Policy and would be more appropriately handled under trespass protocols.

5. Report on the Review of the Code of Student Conduct: Summary of Consultation and Feedback
   
   Professor Cheryl Regehr presented a summary of the consultation and feedback received on the review of the Code of Student Conduct (“Code”). Consultations ran from November 2025 to February 2026, soliciting feedback via e-mail, listservs, and other University platforms. Over 350 staff, students and faculty participated in consultations which included 44 hours of in-person and online consultations over 12 weeks as well as over 50 written responses. Consultations also involved a landscape review which examined student conduct policies at 22 Canadian universities as well as legal research in partnership with the Office of the University Council. From the consultations, four themes emerged: (i) the Code is outdated and not relevant to student life today; (ii) the Code is too restrictive and a lot of behaviour does not meet the threshold of the Code; (iii) de-centralized reporting is problematic and confusing; and (iv) there are intersections between the Code and mental health concerns in some cases.
   
   Professor Regehr advised that her remit was not to re-write the Code, but rather to make recommendations to the administration. Based on the feedback received and research conducted during the consultations, Professor Regehr had formulated four key recommendations. First, the Code should be fundamentally restructured, and to be usable, the Code should be separated into a user-friendly document that outlines expectations for behaviour and sets out tiers of offences coupled with one or more supporting documents that contain procedures for operationalization. Second, the scope of the Code should be updated and expanded to reflect behaviours observed in the current context such as online abuse and repeated harassment, and create tiers of offences matched with progressive disciplinary measures. Third, a central reporting structure under the Vice-Provost, Students should be created to provide a single portal for complaints about student behaviour and centralized triage and tracking. Fourth, a mental health diversion pathway should be implemented for students unable to appreciate the nature and consequences of their actions because of mental illness. In response to a question, Professor Regehr acknowledged that the Supportive Leaves Policy may be highly effective for some students in extreme circumstances, but it does not address the breadth of harassment being experienced by members of the U of T community.
   
   The Committee then received reports from the Chairs of the UTM Campus Council and University Affairs Board on how the Code consultation report was received at their respective bodies. In the UTSC Campus Council Chair’s absence, the Chair read the report to the Committee.
   
   The Chair thanked Professor Regehr for her report and noted that the amended Code would be brought forward in the coming governance year.

CONSENT AGENDA 

The Chair noted that items 6(a) and (b) were for confirmation, item 7 was for endorsement and forwarding, and items 8(a) and (b) were for approval.

On a motion duly moved, seconded, and carried

YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED

THAT the consent agenda be adopted; and

THAT items 6(a) and (b) be confirmed, item 7 be endorsed and forwarded to the Governing Council, and items 8(a) and (b) be approved.

6. Items for Confirmation
   1. Compulsory Non-Academic Incidental Fees: UTM Student Societies – Proposals for Fee Increases
      
      Be It Confirmed,
      
      THAT, beginning in the Fall 2026 session, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) fee be modified as follows:
      1. an increase of $0.88 per session ($0.03 part-time) in the society portion of the fee;
      2. an increase of $4.97 per session in the MiWay U-Pass portion of the fee (full-time & part-time);
      3. an increase of $0.26 per session ($0.08 part-time) in the Student Centre Levy portion of the fee;
      4. an increase of $0.03 per session in the Academic Societies portion of the fee (full-time & part-time);
      5. an increase of $0.07 per session in the Blind Duck portion of the fee (full-time & part-time);
      6. an increase of $0.24 per session in the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) portion of the fee (full-time only);
      7. an increase of $0.03 per session in the Downtown Legal Services portion of the fee (full-time only);
      8. an increase of $0.01 per session in the Food Centre portion of the fee (full-time & part-time);
      9. an increase of $0.11 per session ($0.06 part-time) in the HOUSE UTM portion of the fee;
      10. an increase of $0.01 per session in the On-Campus First Aid Emergency Response portion of the fee (full-time & part-time);
      11. an increase of $0.11 per session ($0.06 part-time) in the Regenesis UTM portion of the fee; and
      12. an increase of $0.05 per fall and winter session ($0.03 part-time) and $0.02 per summer session (full-time only) in the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) Levy portion of the fee.

THAT, beginning in the Fall 2026 session, the UTMSU fee charged to Mississauga Academy of Medicine students be increased as follows:

1. an increase of $2.49 per fall session and $2.48 per winter session in the MiWay Summer U-Pass portion of the fee.

2. Compulsory Non-Academic Incidental Fees – UTSC Student Societies – Proposals for Fee Increases
   
   Be It Confirmed,
   THAT, beginning in the Fall 2026 session, the Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU) fee be modified as follows:
   1. an increase of $0.69 per session in the society portion of the fee ($0.04 for part-time students);
   2. an increase of $1.03 per session in the Student Centre portion of the fee ($0.31 for part-time students); and
   3. an increase of $0.23 per session in the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) portion of the fee (full-time only).

THAT, subject to confirmation of approval of the following fee change proposals by the SCSU Board of Directors, beginning in the Fall 2026 session, the SCSU fee be modified as follows:

1. an increase of up to $10.98 per fall and winter session in the Health Plan portion of the fee (full-time only); and
2. an increase of up to $13.88 per fall and winter session in the Dental Plan portion of the fee (full-time only).

7. Revisions to the UTM Campus Affairs Committee Terms of Reference
   
   Be It Resolved,
   
   THAT the following recommendation be endorsed and forwarded to the Governing Council
   
   THAT the proposed revised UTM Campus Affairs Committee Terms of Reference be approved, effective May 14, 2026, replacing the Terms of Reference previously approved on October 28, 2021.
8. Reports of the Previous Meetings of the Executive Committee
   1. Report Number 565 of the Executive Committee – March 12, 2026
   2. Report Number 566 of the Executive Committee – March 26, 2026
      
      The Committee approved the reports of the previous meetings.
9. Business Arising from the Reports of the Previous Meetings
   
   There was no business arising from the reports of the previous meetings.
10. Minutes of the Governing Council Meeting (March 26, 2026)
    
    The Committee received the minutes of the previous Governing Council meeting for information.
11. Reports for Information
    
    Members received the following reports for information.
    1. Reviews of Academic Programs and Units: Follow-Up Reports from Previous Reviews
    2. Review of Academic Programs and Units – Part 2
    3. Report Number 73 of the UTSC Campus Council (April 14, 2026)
    4. Report Number 76 of the UTM Campus Council (April 13, 2026)
    5. Report Number 290 of the Business Board (April 22, 2026)
    6. Report Number 261 of the Academic Board (April 16, 2026)
    7. Report Number 251 of the University Affairs Board (April 23, 2026)
12. Date of Next Executive Committee Meeting – June 15, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
    
    The next meeting of the Committee will be held on June 15, 2026.

13. Other Business

    1. Governing Council meeting – May 13, 2026
       
       The agenda of the May 13, 2026 meeting of the Governing Council was shared for information.

The Committee moved in camera.

IN CAMERA SESSION

14. Items for Approval

    1. Code of Behaviour on Academic Matters: Recommendations for Expulsions
       
       The Committee approved the President’s recommendations for expulsions, as outlined in three sets of memoranda and supporting documentation from the Secretary of the Governing Council, dated April 27, 2026.
        

    2. Appointment of Teaching Staff Member and Student Member of Judicial Board
       
       On a motion duly moved, seconded and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT Professor Laurent Bozec and Ms Susan Froom be appointed as the teaching staff member and student member, respectively, of the Judicial Board for the purpose of hearing and deciding upon all matters related to charges against the graduate that they are guilty of infamous or disgraceful conduct or of conduct unbecoming a graduate of the University relating to forgery or falsification, as described in Appendix A attached hereto;
       
       THAT if the term of the membership of any of the Governing Council members who have participated in a hearing expires before a decision is given, the term shall be deemed to continue, but only for the purpose of participating in the decision of the Board in this case and for no other purpose; and
       
       THAT the resolutions in the memorandum from the Secretary of Governing Council dated February 4, 2025, which were confirmed by resolution of the Executive Committee on February 11, 2025, continue and remain in effect.
        
    3. External Appointment: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
       
       On a motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT the following individuals be appointed, or re-appointed, as appropriate, to the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (SHCS) Board of Directors for one-year terms, effective as of the SHCS AGM on June 17, 2026 to the AGM in June 2027:
       
       Ms. Carol Annett
       Ms. Pooneh Baghai
       Mr. Andrew Duncan
       Mr. Colin Lynch
       Mr. Maneesh Mehta
       Mr. Kevin Strain 
       Mr. Galen Weston
       Dr. Lisa Robinson (UofT Governing Council Appointee)
        

    4. ​​​​​​​Senior Appointments
       
       On a motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT Professor Heather Boon be appointed Deputy Provost, effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029;​​​​​​​
       
       THAT Professor Mariana Mota Prado be appointed Vice-Provost, Strategic Enrolment Management, effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029; and
       
       THAT Professor Micah Stickel be appointed Acting Vice-Provost, Teaching & Learning, from July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026.

15. Item for Endorsement and Forwarding to Governing Council 

    1. ​​​​​​​Report Number 71 of the Committee for Honorary Degrees
       
       On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT the following motion be endorsed and forwarded to the Governing Council: 
       
       THAT the recommendation contained in Report Number 71 of the Committee for Honorary Degrees be approved; and 
       
       THAT, pursuant to sections 38 and 40 of By-Law Number 2, the Governing Council consider this item in camera.
        

    2. ​​​​​​​Appointments: Committee for Honorary Degrees Membership, 2026-27
       
       On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT the following recommendations be endorsed and forwarded to the Governing Council
       
       THAT the proposed membership list of the Committee for Honorary Degrees, 2026-27 be approved, and
       
       THAT, pursuant to section 38 of By-Law Number 2, the Governing Council consider this item in camera.
       ​​​​​​​

    3. ​​​​​​​Appointments: Governing Council
       
       On motion duly moved, seconded, and carried
       
       YOUR COMMITTEE APPROVED
       
       THAT the following recommendations be endorsed and forwarded to the Governing Council
       
       THAT the proposed assignments for members of the Governing Council to be approved, and
       
       THAT, pursuant to section 38 of By-Law Number 2, the Governing Council consider this item in camera.

16. Committee Members with the President
    
    Members of the Executive Committee, with Board and Campus Council Chairs, met privately with the President.

17. Committee Members Alone
    
    Members of the Executive Committee, with Board and Campus Council Chairs, met privately.

The Committee returned to closed session.

The meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

May 8, 2026