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Durham College applauds Ontario budget commitment to modernize apprenticeship training

The 2019 Ontario Budget commitment to create a one-window digital portal for apprentices will produce a more highly qualified workforce, Ontario’s colleges said today. “This...

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DC’s Epic Mac ‘n’ Cheese Competition returns for its fifth year

On April 6, Durham College (DC) welcomed 12 teams of Grade 11 and 12 students to the W. Galen Weston Centre for Food (CFF) and...

Looking down at the Global Commons fully packed with people for the second floor of the CFCE at the field placement appreciation event
DC hosts over 160 field placement hosts at appreciation event

Representatives from businesses, government institutions and non-profit organizations across Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Area gathered in the Global Classroom at the Centre for...

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Student athletes recognized for excellence in sport at the 49th annual DC athletic banquet

Durham College held its 49th annual athletic banquet on April 4, recognizing the achievements of DC’s student athletes over the past year and naming Ashley Black...

Speaker at the DC Rain it In event in the Global Classroom.
DC alumni challenges students to make a difference through Rain It In competition

On March 28, Durham College (DC) hosted the Rain It In competition in the Global Classroom, welcoming teams from post-secondary institutions across Ontario as they...

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DC students find innovative solutions to local challenges at City Idea Lab showcase

On April 5, TeachingCity partners the City of Oshawa, Durham College (DC), Ontario Tech University and Trent University Greater Toronto Area gathered together for the spring City...

Durham College opens first-of-its-kind Esports Gaming Arena
Durham College opens first-of-its-kind Esports Gaming Arena

On April 2, Durham College (DC) officially opened a first-of-its-kind Esports Gaming Arena. Located in the Student Centre at the college’s Oshawa campus, the 3,000-sq-ft....

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DC participates in Future of Transportation and Mobility Series to discuss self-driving cars and increased safety

On March 28, Durham College (DC) participated in the Future of Transportation and Mobility Series: Self-Driving Cars & Increased Safety alongside Ontario Tech University, Spark...

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Spring Open House welcomes more than 3,700 prospective students to DC

On March 23, Durham College (DC) opened its doors to more than 3,700 prospective students and their families at the Oshawa and Whitby campuses and...

DC students participate in 2 minutes speech challenge.
DC students participate in 2 Minute Speed Speech Competition

On March 25th, 2019, students across all programs were invited to prepare a 2-minute speech and deliver it at a seated one-on-one speaking event. This...