Canvas Updates

April 2026

Bite-sized updates on the latest Canvas features and enhancements!

New Canvas Portfolio Is Live

Canvas’ enhanced Portfolio tool launched on Monday, March 30, 2026, giving faculty time to explore features and plan for Summer and Fall courses.

If you use Portfolios — or want to — here’s where to start:

• Watch the Overview Video: Canvas’ Welcome to Canvas Portfolio video (3:40). This video walks you through how the tools work.
• Explore the FAQs: Comprehensive guides cover the many ways students can use the new Portfolio tool in your courses.

Important Reminder: Current ePortfolios will be discontinued in June 2026, and all content will be permanently deleted. Share these directions with your students now: How do I download the contents of my Canvas ePortfolio?

Coming May 12 | Canvas Assignment Enhancements

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Canvas Assignment Enhancements will be enabled for all Canvas courses at UNC Charlotte. This update refreshes the Classic Assignment Details page with an improved interface and submission workflow for students.

Review the Canvas Guide What is Assignment Enhancements? and watch the brief overview video (1:48) to familiarize yourself with what students will see when submitting assignments.

Summer and Fall 2026 Canvas Course Shells Are Available

If you are assigned to teach during Summer or Fall 2026, your Canvas course shells are available now for course development.

To combine multiple sections of the same course, visit the Canvas Course Requests webpage.

Need help with any Canvas features? Submit a Help Ticket to OneIT College Support!