Canadian Studies
The University of Toronto is home to an outstanding concentration of expertise on the study of Canada. Enroll in Canadian Studies to gain a critical understanding of contemporary Canada and make lasting, constructive contributions to the communities in which we live.
We ask critical questions
Internationally-acclaimed essayist and travel writer Pico Iyer observed during a recent visit to the program, “Canada is being reconstructed daily.” But how is it being reconstructed? With what aims? Who is included? Who is excluded? These are the kinds of critical questions that are addressed and passionately debated in the Canadian Studies program.
You may choose to undertake a specialist, major or minor degree in Canadian Studies, all of which are easily combined with more traditional disciplinary areas of study.
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News
A new scholarship is bolstering support for students in Canadian Studies and honouring the memory of Pamela Gravestock, an instructor, senior administrator and friend to many across the university. Gravestock passed away in August 2020.
University College is delighted to announce that Ian Kamau will be the 2026-27 Barker Fairley Distinguished Visitor from September 2026 to April 2027.
