Global Networks
Canada
Launched in Fall 2024, this newest network has the potential to engage more than 2,300
individuals connected to Canada both personally and professionally, including over
470 USF alumni. Among USF’s co-publishing academic partners, the University of Toronto
and the University of British Columbia rank as the top two, with McGill University
and McMaster University placing sixth and seventh in the top ten. Between 2018 and
2023 alone, USF faculty co-produced an impressive 1,241 publications with Canadian
counterparts.
USF’s ties to Canada extend well beyond research. More than 620 students have chosen Canada as their study abroad destination, while over 100 Canadian students are currently enrolled at USF. Beyond campus, the Tampa Bay community maintains deep connections to Canada through trade, business, real estate, the Canada–Florida Chamber of Commerce, and Sarasota’s Canadian sister city, Hamilton making this network a natural hub for meaningful global engagement.
Join the Canada USF Network on LinkedIn
Support USF Network Canada
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LinkedIn Spotlights
Connect with fellow alumni in USF Network Brazil and follow their journeys on LinkedIn.
Network Stories
Read the stories of alumni from USF Network Canada who are paving their own path.
“No Dream is Too Big:” Tampa Bay Sun FC Captain Jordyn Listro on her time at USF, playing professionally, and inspiring the next generation
From captaining the USF soccer team to leading the Tampa Bay Sun FC to championship victory during their inaugural season, Jordyn Listro has shown remarkable leadership and dedication throughout her career.
Canada-Florida Chamber of Commerce visits USF Tampa and sets launch of Network Canada in motion
USF World hosted the Canada-Florida Chamber of Commerce Health Tech trade mission delegation at the USF Research Park, where members of the team presented the extraordinary resources available to entrepreneurs in the medical technology sector.
Read more Global Network stories
- Student Athlete Taylor Patterson, "USF Women's Soccer Senior Spotlight"
- Alumnus François B. Rioux, "USF Student Consulting Course Goes International, Engages Alumnus in Canada"
- Alumnus François B. Rioux, Interview in the 2021-2022 USF World Annual Report
- USF World Supports Canada-FL Chamber of Commerce Trade Mission to Montreal
- Alumna Dhalia Bumbaca, "Three Degrees, a Full-Time Job and a Passion for Sports, Nonprofits and Research"
About USF Network Canada
USF Partnerships in Canada
Concordia University
Student Exchange | USF World
Events
Sister Cities in Canada
Engagement Brief