The University of Waterloo has maintained its reputation as the 'best overall' university in the comprehensive category of the annual Maclean's ranking. And UW again did well in the national reputation ranking that includes Canada's premier institutions. It finished first in the 'most innovative' category, second in 'best overall' and 'leaders of tomorrow', and finished third in 'highest quality.' Details.

David Johnston, president of UW, has called on the leaders and people of Waterloo Region to make their home the Knowledge Capital of Canada, suggesting ten goals for education, economy, culture, infrastructure and community life. Read his remarks to the Chamber of Commerce.

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