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Ontario Unfreezes Tuition, Boosts Funding for Colleges

2/13/2026

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Ontario ends its tuition freeze and launches a funding model delivering $6.4 billion over four years to colleges and universities.
Colleges and Universities Minister Nolan Quinn stated the changes aim to ensure the sustainability of institutions and prepare students for in-demand careers.
Starting in September, tuition can rise up to 2% annually for three years.
The plan raises annual operating funding by 30% to $7 billion.
It creates 70,000 new program seats.

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Ontario ends its tuition freeze and launches a funding model delivering $6.4 billion over four years to colleges and universities.
Colleges and Universities Minister Nolan Quinn stated the changes aim to ensure the sustainability of institutions and prepare students for in-demand careers.
Starting in September, tuition can rise up to 2% annually for three years.
The plan raises annual operating funding by 30% to $7 billion.
It creates 70,000 new program seats.