In February 1969, the largest student riot in Canadian history unfolded on the campus of Sir George Williams University (which later merged into Concordia). Failing grades given to six militant black students sparked a demonstration that erupted into a riot that causing almost $1.5 million CDN in damages. Following the event, students became part of the university's decision-making process and an Ombuds office was established. (Montreal Gazette.)
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