DCSA

Sexy Bingo
2025-09-18 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | 2200 North, 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1L 0L8, Canada
Sexy Bingo takes your typical bingo game and turns up the fun. Hosted by the lively and hilarious Miss J, this event combines classic bingo rules with cheeky banter, adult humour, and themed prizes that are just a little on the spicy side. Add in food specials and plenty of laughs, and you’ve got a night you won’t forget. Perfect for groups of friends or anyone looking for an entertaining night out on campus.
📅 Thursday, September 18
🕗 8 PM – 10 PM
📍 Oshawa Campus – Room North 2200

Blue Jays Game
2025-09-23 17:00 - 22:00 | Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON, M5V 1J3, Canada
Join DCSA for a night at the ballpark to cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays! It’s Loonie Dog Night, so come hungry and enjoy $1 hot dogs while you watch the game. Transportation is included. Space is limited, so grab your Eventbrite ticket early and don’t miss out on this classic Toronto experience.
📅 Tuesday, September 23
🕔 Bus leaves at 5 PM
📍 Departure from Oshawa Campus – Student Centre

ROM After Dark Trip
2025-09-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6, Canada
Explore the Royal Ontario Museum like never before during its After Dark series! The bus will leave DCSA Student Centre at 6 pm and return from the ROM just after 11 pm. This unique nighttime celebration features live music, pop-up performances, groundbreaking visual arts, and distinctive food and drink. Must be 19+, and a government ID will be required to bring. One drink ticket is included in the purchase of a ticket.

📅 Friday, September 26
🕕 Bus leaves at 6 PM
📍 Departure from Oshawa Campus – Student Centre

Button Making for Orange Shirt Day
2025-09-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Student Centre Lounge, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, ON L1G 0C5, Canada
Create your own button to wear on Orange Shirt Day—a day to honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never came home.
All are welcome, drop-in event, supplies provided!
🗓️ Monday, September 29th
⏰ 12 pm – 3 pm
📍 Student Centre Lounge

Orange Shirt Day Mini Powwow
2025-09-30 10:00 - 14:30 | First Peoples Indigenous Centre, 2000 Simcoe Street N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 0C5, Canada
​Join us in honouring Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with a heartfelt Mini Powwow that celebrates Indigenous culture, resilience, and community. This gathering is a space for reflection, healing, and unity as we remember the children impacted by residential schools and recognize the ongoing journey toward reconciliation.
Experience the power of traditional drumming, dancing, and storytelling, and connect with local members of the Indigenous community beyond Durham College. Everyone is welcome!
This event will be held OUTDOORS in the Naanaagide’endamowin (Art of Thinking) Courtyard, adjacent to the CFCE building. In the event of rain, the rain location will be announced.
If you plan on joining us for lunch, please secure your lunch ticket HERE. No other part of the event requires registration. Drop in for one or two activities, or join us for the whole day! Whatever your schedule allows!
AGENDA:
​10am: opening by Susan Byrne, smudge & fire lighting
10:30: fire teachings with Ronald Leaman
11am – 12pm: Jingle dress teachings, drumming, dancing (Rachel Taunton, Destiny Cardinal, High Tide Singers)
12 – 1 pm: lunch/light refreshments in ORSIE
1 – 2 pm: stories/workshops/crafts in FPIC; fireside chats & sweetgrass braiding with Jenn Fournier in courtyard
2-2:30 pm: closing in courtyard

Fall Fest – Oshawa
2025-10-07 14:00 - 16:00 | DCSA Student Centre, 2000 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 0C5, Canada
🍂 Fall Fest with DCSA – Oshawa 🍁
Celebrate the season with us at Fall Fest! Stop by the DCSA Student Centre at Oshawa campus on Tuesday, October 7, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm for an afternoon of cozy fall fun.
Enjoy:

Free fruit & veggie bag giveaway (limited quantities)
Seasonal crafts
Tasty fall treats & popcorn

Bring your friends, grab a snack, and get into the autumn spirit!

Fall Fest – Whitby
2025-10-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Whitby Cafeteria, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
🍂 Fall Fest with DCSA – Whitby 🍁
Celebrate the season with us at Fall Fest! Stop by the DCSA Whitby Office in the cafeteria at Whitby campus on Thursday, October 9, from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm for an afternoon of cozy fall fun.
Enjoy some seasonal crafts, tasty fall treats, and popcorn. Bring your friends, grab a snack, and get into the autumn spirit!

Esports Industry Symposium
2025-11-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Esports Oshawa
🎮 Level up your career in Esports! 🎮
In collaboration with Durham College Career Development, join us on Wednesday, November 12th, for the Esports Industry Symposium — your chance to gain insight from top industry professionals, network with experts, and get exclusive hands-on access to the DC Esports Lounge!
💬 10–11 a.m. Q&A Panel
🎮 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Esports Lounge access
🍴 12–2 p.m. Networking lunch provided by Smash’d Kitchen
Meet panellists:
🎙️ Michael Cameron – DC Professor & Twitch Streamer
🎵 Felix Arifin – Music Composer for multiple games
🤝 Francisco Tejada – Senior Partnerships & Marketing Strategist, PlayVS
📓Chris Lamarucciola – Manager, Esports, Athletics and Recreation Department, Conestoga College
📅 Wednesday, Nov. 12
🕙 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Durham College Esports Lounge
✨ Registration required – space is limited!

Chill + Create
2025-11-13 11:00 - 14:00 | Student Centre Lounge, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, ON L1G 0C5, Canada
🍪✨ Sweeten your day AND learn about your health plan! ✨🍪
Join us for Cookie Decorating with Student VIP! 🎨🍪
Get creative, decorate some delicious cookies, and get to know your student health plan better—all FREE and with all supplies provided.
📅 Date: Thursday, Nov 13
⏰ Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Student Lounge
Don’t miss out on the fun—and the cookies! 😋

NHL 94 Rewind
2025-11-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Whitby Esports Lounge, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, ON, L1N 6A7, Canada
🏒 It’s time to hit the ice—retro style! 🎮
Join us for an NHL 94’ Rewind Tournament and relive the glory days of classic hockey gaming. Can you take home the win? 🏆
📅 Wednesday, November 19
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM
📍 Whitby Esports Lounge
Bring your A-game and your old-school hockey spirit! 💪
#DCSAESports #DurhamCollege #NHLEsports#RetroGaming

Grow with the Flow
2025-11-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Fireside Reading Room Library
🌱 Grow with the Flow! 🌿
Join us for a relaxing hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to plant microgreens and explore how growing can boost your mind and body. 🌞✨
📅 Tuesday, November 25th
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Oshawa Campus Library – Fireside Reading Room
Take a mindful break and let your growth journey begin! 💚

Crock-A-Doodle Pottery Painting – Oshawa
2025-11-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Student Centre Room 217, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, L1G 0C5, Canada
🎨✨ Get crafty this holiday season at Crock-A-Doodle Night! ✨🎨
Join us for ornament pottery painting and unleash your creativity! 🖌️🎄
Day 1 – OSHAWA CAMPUS
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 25th
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
📍 Location: Student Centre, Room 217
⚠️ Limited supplies! First come, first served. Pick up your masterpiece the following week!
Don’t miss your chance to create something festive and fun! 🎁

Crock-A-Doodle Pottery Painting - Whitby
2025-11-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Whitby Cafeteria, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
🎨✨ Get crafty this holiday season at Crock-A-Doodle Night! ✨🎨
Join us for ornament pottery painting and unleash your creativity! 🖌️🎄

Day 2 – WHITBY CAMPUS
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 26th
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Out front of DCSA Whitby Office (in the cafeteria hallway)

⚠️ Limited supplies! First come, first served. Pick up your masterpiece the following week!
Don’t miss your chance to create something festive and fun! 🎁

Retor Game Day
2025-11-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Esports Oshawa
🎮 It’s time to press start—retro style! 👾
Join us for Retro Game Day and relive the classics that started it all. From pixel adventures to arcade legends, it’s all about the old-school fun! 🕹️
📅 Wednesday, November 26
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM
📍 Esports Oshawa
Grab your friends and get ready for a nostalgia-packed afternoon! 💾

Puppy Yoga
2025-11-27 11:30 - 2025-11-28 14:30 | Student Centre Room 217, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, L1G 0C5, Canada
🐾🧘‍♀️ Puppy Yoga is back! 🧘‍♂️🐾
Join us November 27 & 28 in the DCSA Student Centre (Room 217) for a relaxing (and adorable) yoga session featuring some furry friends! 🐶💛
Three sessions each day:🕦 11:30 AM🕐 1:00 PM🕝 2:30 PM
Spots fill up fast — sign up now through the link in our bio!
#PuppyYoga #DCSA #CampusRecreation #DurhamCollege #StudentLife #StressRelief

Brain Break: Open Skate
2025-12-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Ice Centre, 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON, L1L 0B7, Canada
Take a moment to unwind on the ice during our Brain Break Open Skate sessions. Students are invited to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Oshawa Campus Ice Centre. Whether you are an experienced skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, this is a chance to reset, move your body, and enjoy a peaceful study break. Skates are available on-site.
Dates: Monday, December 1Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Campus Ice Centre

Brain Break: Santa Visit
2025-12-02 11:00 - 14:00 | The Pit
Bring a little extra cheer into your week with a festive visit from Santa. Stop by The Pit for photos, conversation, and a moment to relax between classes. This drop-in event is open to all students looking to add a touch of holiday spirit to their day.
Date: Tuesday, December 2Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Campus – The Pit

UNO Tournaments
2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Esports Oshawa
🎴 Time to call it—UNO! 🔥
Think you’ve got what it takes to outplay, outdraw, and outsmart your friends? Join us for an UNO Tournament and put your card skills to the test! 💪
📅 Wednesday, December 3🕐 1 PM – 3 PM📍 Oshawa & Whitby Esports Lounges
Bring your best game face and get ready for some wild card chaos! 🃏
#DCSAESports #DurhamCollege #UNO #EsportsAtDC #StudentLife #GameNight

Break Brain: Holiday Craft & Moive Night
2025-12-03 18:00 - 21:00 | DCSA Student Centre, 2000 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 0C5, Canada
Join us for a cozy evening in the Student Centre featuring holiday movies playing throughout the space and a variety of seasonal crafts. Students can create festive items while enjoying pizza and holiday treats. Food and craft supplies are available while quantities last. This event offers a warm and relaxing atmosphere to unwind during a busy time of year.
Date: Wednesday, December 3Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Student Centre

Brain Break: Santa Visit Whitby
2025-12-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Whitby Cafeteria, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
Santa will be visiting the Whitby campus to help students pause, reset, and enjoy a moment of holiday fun. Drop in for a photo or to simply enjoy the festive atmosphere before heading back to your studies.
Date: Thursday, December 4Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Whitby Café / DCSA Office

Brain Break: Open Skate
2025-12-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Ice Centre, 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON, L1L 0B7, Canada
Take a moment to unwind on the ice during our Brain Break Open Skate sessions. Students are invited to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Oshawa Campus Ice Centre. Whether you are an experienced skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, this is a chance to reset, move your body, and enjoy a peaceful study break. Skates are available on-site.
Dates: Monday, December 8Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Campus Ice Centre

Brain Break: Therapy Dogs & Holiday Cards
2025-12-09 12:00 - 14:00 | DCSA Student Centre, 2000 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 0C5, Canada
Take a break surrounded by calm, comfort, and creativity. Therapy dogs will be on-site to offer students a relaxing moment during exams. Holiday card-making materials will also be available for anyone who wants to create something special for a friend, family member, or themselves.
Date: Tuesday, December 9Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Student Centre

Brain Break: Holiday Ornament Making
2025-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Student Centre Room 217, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, L1G 0C5, Canada
Students are invited to join us for a quiet afternoon of ornament crafting. This hands-on session provides everything you need to design and personalize your own holiday keepsake. It is a gentle, creative pause from the demands of the season.
Date: Wednesday, December 10Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Location: Oshawa Student Centre, Room 217

Brain Break: Therapy Dogs & Holiday Cards
2025-12-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Whitby Cafeteria, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
End the week with a comforting visit from therapy dogs and a chance to create holiday cards. This session at Whitby campus offers a relaxing environment where students can take a breath, reset, and head into finals feeling more balanced.
Date: Thursday, December 11Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Whitby Café / DCSA Office

Welcome Back Pizza Lunch
2026-01-13 11:30 - 14:00 | Whitby Cafeteria, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
Join us for a free pizza lunch as we launch Frost Week 2026! All Durham College students are invited to drop in, enjoy delicious pizza, and connect with fellow students and DCSA reps. No registration needed — just bring your student ID and a big appetite!

Therapy Dogs Visit - Whitby
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Whitby Campus Front Entrance, 1610 Champlain Ave, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A7, Canada
Take a study break and stop by to meet certified therapy dogs in the Don Lovisa Building Atrium at Whitby. These furry friends are here to help you unwind, de-stress, and boost your mood. Drop in anytime — no sign-up required!

Open Skate
2026-01-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Campus Ice Centre, 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, ON, L1L 0B7, Canada
Hit the ice during Frost Week’s Open Skate event at the Campus Ice Centre in Oshawa. Durham College students can show their student ID to rent skates and enjoy skating with friends. All skill levels welcome!

Grocery Bingo
2026-01-14 18:00 - 21:00 | 2200 North, 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, L1L 0L8, Canada
Join us for Grocery Bingo, a fun evening where students can play for the chance to win grocery-themed prizes. Enjoy food specials and complimentary appetizers while quantities last. Space is limited, and bingo cards are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to secure your spot. All DC students are welcome!

Crafternoon: Vision Boards
2026-01-15 01:00 - 16:00 | Student Centre Lounge, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, ON L1G 0C5, Canada
Get creative with us at Crafternoon: Vision Boards! Supplies are provided, and all students are welcome to drop in and design a personal board to visualize their goals, dreams, and plans for the year ahead. No experience needed!

Thearpy Dogs Oshawa
2026-01-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Student Centre Lounge, 12 Commencement Dr, Oshawa, ON, ON L1G 0C5, Canada
Stop by the Student Centre Lounge in Oshawa to meet certified therapy dogs. This stress-relief visit is a great way to take a breather between classes. All cuddles provided!
