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• How scenario planning could help Canadian policymakers deal with American political chaos
  Scenario planning provides an effective way for Canadian officials to address high levels of uncertainty in the Canada-U.S. relationship. Here’s how it works.
  
• Embracing inclusion and collaboration: Human Resources department transitions to People and Culture
  The evolution to People and Culture underscores Dal's commitment to nurturing belonging and fostering partnerships across units to provide a more holistic approach centered around the employee experience.
  
• On belonging: Reflections from the late Murray Sinclair
  The Honourable Murray Sinclair — lawyer, former senator, and chief commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada —Ìýpassed away this week at the age of 73. Back in 2018, the Dal honorary degree recipient shared his vision of belonging as part of the university 200th anniversary celebrations.
  
• Strength in motion: The healing power of exercise in cancer treatment
  The field of exercise oncology has been growing rapidly, showing benefits including reduced disease and treatment-related side effects like depression, anxiety, muscle weakness and cancer-related pain, as well as a reduced risk of disease recurrence and cancer mortality.
  

• Grad profile: An academic awakening
  Tyeshia Angel Jordan shifted gears from science to arts at Dal after becoming fascinated by the possibilities of gender studies and inspired to combat racial injustices.
  
• Midnight masterpieces: Dal's creative connections at Nocturne
  Nocturne’s 17th annual festival invites artists to explore the realities unique to Kjipuktuk (Halifax) and resilience through tragedies and discourses. Plan to attend between October 17-20, with various Dal-connected installations showcased on October 19.
  
• Humanity’s future depends on our ability to live in harmony with nature
  Climate change, biodiversity loss and resource depletion are not isolated problems — they are part of an interconnected web of crises that demand urgent and comprehensive action.
  
• Jeremy Dutcher wins Polaris Prize for the second time
  The ±«Óãtv notable alum and Aurum Award winner studied music and social anthropology to become a ‘voice from within’ his culture.
  
• Dal alum's life‑changing illness spurs commitment to making the performing arts more accessible
  There was a time when Maeghan Tavener (BA’19) thought they might have to give up dance and theatre due to chronic illness. They found a way back to their passion and are making space for more disabled artists like them.
  
• Why the open work permit for migrant workers is an inadequate solution
  Upcoming changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program should include improvements to the Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers.