Emancipation Day Posted on July 6, 2026 at 4:11 pm. August 1 is Emancipation Day. In 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to mark the day that the Slavery Abolition Act came into place in 1834 across the British Empire. Emancipation Day reminds us that Canadian history includes the enslavement of Black and Indigenous people, and to celebrate and continue the work of activists who organize(d) against it and anti-Black racism in all its forms. OEDI Jeopardy Posted on July 6, 2026 at 11:10 am. Join the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI) Program Coordinator across the Tim Hortons in the Don Lovisa Building for an interactive game of jeopardy. Learn more about OEDI supports and services available to students, and play to win prizes! OEDI Jeopardy Posted on July 6, 2026 at 11:10 am. Join the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI) Program Coordinator in the Pit for an interactive game of jeopardy. Learn more about OEDI supports and services available to students, and play to win prizes! International Day for Countering Hate Speech Posted on June 17, 2026 at 12:26 pm. June 18th is the UN’s International Day for Countering Hate Speech. Durham College recognizes the impact hate speech has on our community and encourages staff and students to familiarize themselves with campus policies as well as to utilize resources in place to help report and prevent hate speech. Hate speech can be reported in a multitude of ways; outside of reporting to the OEDI, we recommend Durham Region’s Community Based Hate Reporting Program, as well as the Victim Services of Durham reporting tool. Pride Month Posted on May 19, 2026 at 1:19 pm. Happy Pride Month! While we are proud every day to be a part of and ally to the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, this month that Pride shines just a little brighter as we join the globe in celebration. Pride originates from the 1969 Stonewall Riots: an act of resistance led by trans and queer people of color against police brutality. That uprising sparked a global movement for justice, visibility, and liberation. Throughout this month, we celebrate alongside 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities, honoring their resilience, joy, and the courage it takes to live authentically. Pride is a powerful reminder of the vibrant diversity that enriches our community, and the progress made to ensure everyone knows they belong. International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia Posted on May 7, 2026 at 10:13 am. May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). This year’s theme, “At the Heart of Democracy”, underscores that equity, dignity, and the full participation of 2SLGBTQQIA+ people are fundamental to inclusive societies. While meaningful progress has been made through struggle and study, discrimination and violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity continue to affect millions globally, underscoring the ongoing need for education, advocacy, and collective action. As we mark IDAHOTB, Durham College reaffirms its commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and welcoming campus where people of all sexual orientations and gender identities can learn, work, and thrive. The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI) supports students and employees through policies like the Harassment and Discrimination Prevention and Response Policy and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Policy, as well as with Community Resources that promote wellbeing, belonging, and safety.
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