Days of Awareness

Durham College is committed to cultivating a campus where all members of the DC community feel a sense of inclusion and belonging. Through the recognition of days of awareness, we seek to bring visibility to the contributions, cultural and religious beliefs and practices as well as challenges faced by equity-deserving groups, in a way that increases our collective knowledge about each other.   

These dates should be treated as an education and information resource only. If you require information and advice about the accommodation of creed, cultural and significant observances, please consult Ontario Human Rights Commission Creed-based Accommodations. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these dates; however, the actual day of observance may vary.  

This is our community calendar; we rely on the expertise of all members of the DC community to assist in making our list as accurate and representative as possible. Please send any feedback, updates or corrections to equity@durhamcollege.ca.

  • Rosh Hashanah

    Shanah Tovah!   Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, falls on September 11 – September 13.  It is a time of self-reflection, spending time with loved ones, and eating traditional foods.  Take some time to […]

  • Yom Kippur

    September 20 is Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.  Known as the Day of Atonement, it serves as a day of introspection, peace and spending time with loved ones for Jewish communities.  We […]

  • Sukkot

    Happy Sukkot!   Sukkot runs from September 25 through until October 2 and is one of the most important Jewish holidays. To learn more and participate in community, familiarize yourself with the Jewish Students’ Alliance at DC, and visit our Community Resources page. 

  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    This day honours the survivors of Indian Residential Schools, along with their families and communities. It serves as a powerful reminder of the deep and enduring impact these schools have […]

  • DC Orange Shirt Day Mini Powwow

    Centre for Collaborative Education (CFCE) Oshawa campus

    Join us on September 30, the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, for the 2nd Annual Orange Shirt Day Mini Powwow! Enjoy dancing, drumming, activities, vendors, & more! Time: 10 […]

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