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Inspiring Lives
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Laurier is excited to welcome its second cohort of students to the Milton campus in fall 2025, with expanded academic offerings including Business Technology Management — giving local and commuter students more opportunities to study close to home.


Laurier is a driver of economic growth and social wellbeing in Southwestern Ontario. The Social and Economic Impact Report, led by Higher Education Strategy Associates in 2024/25, quantifies Laurier’s far-reaching impact on communities, local economies, and the lives of our alumni.
Save the date for our 2026 spring open houses in Waterloo on March 7, in Brantford on March 28 and in Milton on May 2. Join us to experience life at Laurier: take a campus tour, chat with faculty and current students and discover all the Golden Hawk community has to offer.
Cheer our Golden Hawks to victory! With 22 varsity teams – including baseball, basketball, curling, football, hockey, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, swimming and more – there’s a sport for every fan. Explore the Laurier Athletics Calendar to browse upcoming games and events.
Laurier's Faculty of Music hosts more than 100 public concerts, recitals, workshops and other community events every year. Explore music performances and events.
9
Jan
Music at Noon - Diar Band
Maureen Forrester Recital Hall
12
Jan
Careers in Education Fair - Teacher Recruitment Event
16
Jan
Music at Noon - Katherine Dowling (piano)
Maureen Forrester Recital Hall
16
Jan
Laurier Concerto Competition Round One Performance
Maureen Forrester Recital Hall
23
Jan
Laurier Concerto Competition Finals
Maureen Forrester Recital Hall