Smith Business News
Campus safety platform wins Kinnear New Venture Competition
June 22, 2026Kingston, Ont. – A new venture that transforms campus safety reporting and response is the winner of this year’s Paul & Tom Kinnear New Venture Competition hosted by the Centre for Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Social Impact.
Scotiabank invests $2.5 million in Queen’s Smith School of Business to help build an AI-ready workforce
June 18, 2026Kingston/Toronto, Ont. – Smith School of Business is excited to announce its continued collaboration with Scotiabank to help build Canada’s AI-ready workforce through applied research and experiential learning. Scotiabank is investing $2.5 million over five years in a renewed partnership with Queen’s University and Smith School of Business to provide ongoing support to the Scotiabank Centre for Analytics & AI at Smith.
Smith and ESAN University launch new double-degree pathway
June 15, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Smith School of Business is expanding its engagement in South America with the launch of a double-degree pathway for students at ESAN University (Universidad ESAN) in Lima, Peru.
Smith celebrates outstanding contributions to research and teaching
June 11, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Impactful research and exceptional teaching help shape the Smith experience every day. Together, they advance knowledge and contribute to meaningful change in business and society. Smith School of Business' annual Research Excellence Awards, and new alumni established Teaching Excellence Awards celebrate the individuals whose work contributes to that impact.
2026 Dare to Dream winners announced
May 29, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Entrepreneurship drives the business landscape forward by turning ideas into viable ventures. Support, guidance and momentum play crucial role in the journey, something four early-stage companies will now benefit from as recipients of 2026 Dare to Dream Awards.
Three alumni ventures gain momentum with UPstart funding
April 27, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Three alumni entrepreneurs are turning momentum into tangible growth after securing funding through this year’s Upstart Venture Challenge hosted by Smith’s Centre for Entrepreneurship & Social Impact (CEISI) and sponsored by Desjardins.
Eight Team Canada athletes join Smith School of Business this spring
March 26, 2026Toronto/Kingston, Ont. – Smith School of Business, alongside the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC), Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) and Game Plan, is pleased to announce a new cohort of Team Canada athletes joining the Smith community.
Smith School of Business launches Global Online MBA
February 23, 2026Kingston, Ont. — Smith School of Business is expanding its MBA portfolio with a new online program designed for professionals who want ultimate flexibility in an MBA as they continue to work and advance their careers. The first cohort will begin in September 2026.
New alumni gift to support Smith Commerce students through life’s challenges
February 18, 2026Kingston, Ont. — For students carrying the weight of a major loss or other personal challenge, financial stability can help shape everything that follows. And now, thanks to the generosity of alumnus Matthew McGrath, BCom’96, more students at Smith School of Business will have that support when it matters most.
Smith MBA tops Financial Times ranking for career services in Canada for 6th year in a row
February 17, 2026Kingston, Ont. — For the sixth consecutive year, Smith School of Business was ranked No. 1 in Canada by the Financial Times for career services in its recently released ranking of the Top 100 global MBA programs. This consistent result reflects the strong career coaching, personal development and network building available to students at Smith.
Smith cheers on Team Canada at Milano Cortina 2026
February 5, 2026Kingston, Ont. – As the world prepares for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Smith School of Business is excited to cheer on Team Canada and celebrate its partnerships with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee.
Libro Credit Union and Smith School of Business Partner to support international MBA students
January 28, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Libro and Smith School of Business at Queen’s University have partnered to provide international students in the Full-time MBA program with access to a new student loan option.
Dr. Wim Van der Stede appointed next dean of Smith
December 3, 2025Kingston, Ont. – Principal and Vice-Chancellor Patrick Deane has appointed Wim A. Van der Stede as dean of Smith School of Business at Queen’s University for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2026. His appointment follows a comprehensive international search.