ORIENTATION events for first-year students

Orientation events foster community, connection, and campus pride — join in a variety of fun-filled experiences and start making new memories and friendships.

  • Start Strong at DC: Ask Us Anything

    Online - webinar Online

    Have questions about DC? Join us for a live Q&A session where you can get real-time answers! Whether you're curious about campus services, class schedules, fees, key dates, or how […]

  • Start Strong at DC: Ask Us Anything

    Online - webinar Online

    Have questions about DC? Join us for a live Q&A session where you can get real-time answers! Whether you're curious about campus services, class schedules, fees, key dates, or how […]

  • Start Strong at DC: Get Academic Ready

    Online - webinar Online

    Join us for a hands-on session that highlights how Student Academic Learning Services (SALS) supports your success. Explore practical time-management strategies and break down six powerful Science of Learning principles […]

  • Academic Welcome Day: Faculty of Health Sciences (HS)

    In-person Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Welcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences (HS)! Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Gyms 3, 4, and 5! This half-day event is designed […]

  • Academic Welcome Day: Faculties of BIT, MAD, SCS, LS

    In-person Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Welcome to the Faculties of Business & Information Technology (BIT), Media, Art and Design (MAD), Social and Community Services (SCS), and Liberal Studies (LS) Join us for Academic Welcome Day […]

  • Academic Welcome Day: STA, HHS, HS Whitby campus programs

    In-person Whitby Campus 1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby, Ontario, Canada

    Welcome to the Faculties of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship (STA), Hospitality and Horticultural Science (HHS), Health Sciences (HS) -Whitby campus programs. Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Friday, January […]

  • DCSA – Pizza Lunch

    In-person Whitby Campus 1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby, Ontario, Canada

    Join us in front of the DCSA office at the Whitby Campus for FREE pizza, while supplies last.

  • DCSA – Visit with Therapy Dogs

    In-person Whitby Campus 1610 Champlain Avenue, Whitby, Ontario, Canada

    Join DCSA and enjoying the company of therapy dogs 1 PM – 2 PM Whitby Campus, out front of the Esports Lounge  Therapy dogs are back—come by and say hi!

  • Start Strong at DC: Services Fair, Oshawa Campus

    The Pit, Gordon Willey building Oshawa campus

    Maximize Your DC College Experience! Event Highlights: Discover campus services Pick up some free DC swag to kickstart your college journey Mingle with fellow students Don't miss this chance to […]

  • DCSA – Open Skate

    2200 North, Campus Ice Centre 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join us from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Campus Ice Centre for open skating, free skate rentals, hot chocolate, and treats.

  • DCSA – Grocery Bingo

    CIR 102, Oshawa campus

    Join DCSA for an evening of fun and prizes! Bingo Night with grocery prizes. Snacks and drinks will be served. Space and bingo cards are limited, so be sure to […]

  • Start Strong at DC: Services Fair, Whitby Campus

    Student Lounge, Don Lovisa Building Whitby Campus

    Maximize Your DC College Experience! Event Highlights: Discover campus services Pick up some free DC swag to kickstart your college journey Mingle with fellow students Don't miss this chance to […]

  • DCSA – Visit with Therapy Dogs

    Student Centre Oshawa campus

    Join DCSA and enjoy the company of therapy dogs 1 PM – 2 PM Oshawa Campus, Student Centre Lounge   Therapy dogs are back—come by and say hi!

  • DCSA – Crafternoon

    Student Centre Oshawa campus

    Manifest your best semester yet at our Vision Board Crafting Event! Start 2026 off with intention by creating a vision board to plan your goals, dreams, and inspirations for the […]

  • Lords Breakfast with DCSA

    Student Centre Oshawa campus

    Start your morning right with the Lords Breakfast! Join us on Tuesday, January 20th, to fuel up with a delicious breakfast and kick off your day.  Time: 10:00 am - […]

  • Start Strong at DC: Ask Us Anything: Catch Up and Connect

    Online - webinar Online

    Still have questions about college life at DC? You’re not alone.  Whether you missed orientation, started late or just need a refresher, this drop-in Q & A session is a […]

  • Design Your Career Workshop

    In-person Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Your path to career success is a journey that evolves over time. There are moments along the way when you might feel stuck or uncertain if you are on the […]

  • DCSA Club Crawl

    In-person Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Find your campus community at Club Craw! Explore all the amazing clubs on campus—from gaming to arts, culture, and more! Meet new people, find your community, and get involved.  Gordon […]

  • 2200 Snack & Skate with DCSA & OTSU

    2200 North, Campus Ice Centre 2200 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

    Lace up your skates and get ready to skate the night away! Join us for a night of fun at Campus Ice for a free open skate.   9 PM Free […]