Quebec Judge Denies Concordia University Tuition Hike Delay

Concordia University's request to delay a significant tuition hike for out-of-province and international students has been denied by a Quebec Superior Court judge, citing that the harm to the public interest outweighed the harm to the university. The tuition increase, part of the Legault government's new guidelines, will raise fees by 30% to a minimum of $12,000 for out-of-province students and $20,000 for international students, with the Quebec government taking a portion. Concordia and McGill University are challenging the hikes, arguing discrimination under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, with Concordia seeking a delay until their case is heard. The court ruling marks a step in the ongoing legal process, with the universities set to continue their case against the tuition increase this fall.