Irving Kipnes receives the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal from Alberta Lieutenant Governor Salma Lakhani in 2022. Kipnes will be remembered for his profound contributions to the University of Alberta and beyond as a distinguished alumnus, visionary entrepreneur and generous philanthropist. (Photo: Supplied)
Business, Health And Wellness, Society and Culture

In Memoriam: Philanthropist Irving Kipnes found joy in changing lives and creating possibilities

The University of Alberta mourns the loss of a leader who worked tirelessly to advance discoveries in medicine, business, community-building and the arts.

  • October 22, 2026
  • By Gillian Rutherford and Jocelyn Love
The Paul Major Oral Health Clinic was named at an event today in honour of the long-serving professor, leader and donor. Pictured left to right: U of A provost Verna Yiu; Dr. Paul and Elly Major; Sue McCoy, vice-president of philanthropy at the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation; Brenda Hemmelgarn, dean of the College of Health Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry; and Leigha Rock, chair of the Mike Petryk School of Dentistry. (Photo: Christy Dean)
Research, Health And Wellness

Paul Major Oral Health Clinic honours long-serving professor, leader and donor

Paul Major’s own mother was once a patient at the clinic that has served the community for 114 years and counting.

  • October 21, 2026
  • By Gillian Rutherford
A new ParticipACTION report card shows that although most kids under five are getting enough physical activity and sleep based on Canadian guidelines, there’s room to improve when it comes to limiting screen time. (Photo: Getty Images)
Health And Wellness, Society and Culture, Science and Technology

Canada’s youngest generation is off to a healthy start, but screen time is a challenge

New ParticipACTION report card shows most kids under five are getting enough physical activity and sleep, but suggests room to improve for sedentary behaviour.

  • October 20, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski
New research reveals how to support colon cancer survivors in taking up regular exercise and sticking with it long-term — which could lower their risk of cancer recurring. (Photo: Getty Images)
Research, Health And Wellness, Science and Technology

Research reveals keys to helping colon cancer survivors boost motivation to stay active

Study focuses on improving how patients feel about incorporating long-term physical activity into their lifestyle.

  • October 14, 2026
  • By Bev Betkowski

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