Diversity and inclusion

The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Durham College promotes respect, and maintains and advocates for an inclusive campus for all employees and students regardless of race, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expressions, marital or family status, ethnic background, socio-economic class, ability or sexual orientation.

We offer extensive programming and support to ensure that all employees and students on campus feel welcomed and supported.

  • Bandi Chhor Divas

    Today is Bandi Chhor Divas.   In Sikh faith, this day is known as the Day of Liberation.  Bandi Chhor Divas commemorates the day that Guru Hargobind Ji, the sixth Sikh Guru, was released […]

  • Diwali

    Happy Diwali! Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a time for spending quality time with loved ones, sharing meals, and lighting diyas.  We encourage all to seek local Diwali celebrations, including the Region […]

  • National Indigenous Veterans’ Day

    On November 8, we pause to recognize Indigenous Veterans Day, a time to honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans and active members of […]

  • Overcoming Procrastination Workshop

    Online - webinar Online

    This workshop discusses procrastination and helps students recognize how and why they procrastinate. Students will be introduced to strategies for minimizing procrastination, and students will be guided through a series […]

  • Group Fitness – Power Pilates

    Group Fitness – Power Pilates
    Oshawa Campus, Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre gymnasiums

    Ignite your fitness journey and experience the power of group fitness on our campus. Class description: Like traditional Pilates, this class focuses on building strength and challenging yourself through exercises. […]

  • Group Fitness – Mat Pilates

    Group Fitness – Mat Pilates
    Oshawa Campus, Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre gymnasiums

    Ignite your fitness journey and experience the power of group fitness on our campus. Class description: This class focuses on traditional low impact Pilates exercises which strengthen postural muscles and […]

  • FEMFLEX Studio

    FEMFLEX Studio
    Oshawa Campus, Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre gymnasiums

    Welcome to the FEMFLEX Studio – A space to move, build strength, and feel good in your body and community. This open gym time is for all women and women-identifying […]

  • Rock Your Mocs

    Established in 2011, Rock Your Mocs is a worldwide Native American and Indigenous Peoples social media unity event held annually during November, National Native American Heritage Month in the United […]