Algoma University, located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, has reopened admissions to five programs—geography, history, music, sociology, and visual arts—after a year-long freeze prompted by low enrolment and a report from the Ontario auditor general. The interim president, Sheila Embleton, noted that the university is navigating a challenging environment with significant federal policy changes and increased competition for students. The auditor general's report highlighted the need for universities to assess the financial viability of their programs, leading to the temporary suspension of admissions. Algoma University is currently facing a projected operating deficit of $16.45 million for the 2026-27 fiscal year, primarily due to declining enrolment. To address this, the university is focusing on cost-saving measures, including a reduction of $23 million in non-salary expenses, while also expanding its academic offerings, such as the introduction of a new Bachelor of Arts in Music Honours program scheduled for launch in fall 2026.