Messages from senior leadership

Roberta Iannacito-Provenzano, Provost and Vice-President, Academic

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)’s 2025–2030 Academic Plan is more than a document—it’s a shared vision for our future. This plan represents a collective commitment to excellence, shaped by the voices and aspirations of our students, faculty, staff and alumni. It serves as a comprehensive roadmap for the next five years, ensuring that our academic priorities align with the evolving needs of our students and the broader community.

At its heart, this plan is about people—the vibrant community that makes TMU what it is today and what it will become tomorrow. Through town halls, consultations and thoughtful feedback, you have shared your hopes, challenges and ideas for the future. This is your plan. It reflects your insights and embodies your vision of how we can move forward together.

As we embark on this journey, our commitments remain steadfast. We are dedicated to preparing students for meaningful careers and lives, confronting oppression and fostering equity, and driving innovative research, scholarship and creative endeavours that address the complex issues of our time. Central to these efforts is our unwavering pursuit of academic excellence—a commitment to fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and lifelong learning that empowers our community to thrive in a rapidly changing world. These priorities are grounded in our shared values and guided by a strategic vision that places community and inclusivity at the forefront.

I am deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to this process. Your collaborative spirit and enduring dedication have been inspiring. Whether you attended a town hall, participated in a consultation or shared your thoughts in writing, your contributions have been invaluable in shaping a plan that is both ambitious and achievable. I would like to extend special thanks to the Academic Plan Advisory Group and the core team whose tireless efforts brought this plan to life.

At TMU, we believe in the power of transformation—transforming lives, our institution and the world around us. Together, we will make this vision a reality. Thank you for being part of this journey. I look forward to all that we will achieve as a community in the years ahead.

Mohamed Lachemi, President and Vice-Chancellor

The success of any endeavour relies on strong planning and Toronto Metropolitan University is no exception. TMU is built on a foundation of thoughtfully crafted plans that provide a clear vision and direction for the future. As a leading academic institution, having a comprehensive and forward-thinking academic plan is essential to maintaining our leadership in innovative and relevant post-secondary education. This plan ensures that we can adapt to the evolving needs of our students, the shifting academic landscape and broader societal changes.

The 2025–2030 Academic Plan embodies everything it should—future-focused, constructive, inspiring and deeply aligned with TMU’s mission and vision. Through its well-defined priorities and strategies, it reflects the individual and collective goals of our students, faculty and staff. This achievement is due in no small part to the active participation of our community members whose insights and feedback during the consultation process have shaped a plan that honours our strengths and supports our aspirations. I am so impressed by the breadth and depth of the consultations that informed the plan in meaningful ways.

I would like to recognize the leadership and vision of Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Roberta Iannacito-Provenzano. From the beginning, Roberta placed great importance on listening to the diverse perspectives and experiences of our community, ensuring that the plan provides the guidance and support necessary to lead TMU into 2030. Thank you to Roberta, the Academic Plan Advisory Group and the core team for the hard work and dedication in creating this important roadmap for our future.

I am confident that our entire community will benefit from the vision for academic excellence outlined in the 2025–2030 Academic Plan. Together, we will continue to make TMU a destination for forward-thinking, dynamic and innovative change-makers.