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Whitby Campus – Main Stage Edition with DCSA

Kick off the semester at Whitby Campus Main Stage Edition—an outdoor festival experience packed with music, food, entertainment, and fun! Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, grab a bite, or enjoy the excitement, there’s something happening around every corner.

Live Entertainment – Food Alley – Photo Booth – Fun Zone

Orange Shirt Day – Button-making Event with DCSA

Join the DCSA in the Pit for a meaningful drop-in button-making session in recognition of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Orange Shirt Day honours the Survivors of residential schools, remembers the children who never returned home, and recognizes the lasting impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous Peoples, families, and communities. Stop by to create a button, reflect on the significance of the day, and show your commitment to truth, reconciliation, and the message that Every Child Matters.

All supplies will be provided. Everyone is welcome.

The Main Stage – with DCSA & OTSU

Kick off the semester at Main Stage—an outdoor festival experience packed with music, food, entertainment, and fun! Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, grab a bite, or enjoy the excitement, there’s something happening around every corner.

Live Entertainment – Food Alley – Glam Grounds – Photo Booth – Swag Shop – Fun Zone

Jays – University & College Night – Limited Tickets with DCSA

DCSA has a limited discounted $45 ticket to join DC Alumni at the Jays game! Free hat with ticket. Must be a current DC student, one ticket for purchased per student. Discounted tickets will be sold through DCSA. Stay tuned to DCSA Instagram for ticket release information. Additional tickets to the game can be purchased through the DC Alumni.

DCSA Campus Trivia Showdown

Join us from 5–8 p.m. in the Student Centre for an evening of food, drinks, trivia, and prizes.

Campus Rec Day

Join us for our fall Campus Rec Day on Wednesday, September 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Polonsky Commons*!

Event highlights:

  • Inflatable obstacle course & jousting competition.
  • Caricaturist, balloon artist & tarot card reader.
  • Yoga & fitness challenges.
  • Giant games, lawn games, sports & activities.
  • DJ & event host, David Akinyemi.
  • Ice cream truck treats.
  • Athletics & Recreation, health promotions & wellness programs & services information booths.
  • Giveaways, prizes & more.

Proudly hosted with the support of the Durham College Student Association (DCSA) and Ontario Tech Student Union (OTSU).

*Rain location: Campus Recreation & Wellness Centre (CRWC) Gym 3.

Discover DCSA: Sip & Connect – Whitby

Kick off your semester with DCSA for an afternoon of fun, connection, and great drinks! Meet new friends, learn about the services and opportunities available through DCSA, and build your campus community while creating your own drink at our Dirty Soda Bar. Whether you’re new to campus or returning for another semester, this is the perfect place to relax, connect, and start the year off right.

Discover DCSA: Sip & Connect

Kick off your semester with DCSA in the Student Centre for an afternoon of fun, connection, and great drinks! Meet new friends, learn about the services and opportunities available through DCSA, and build your campus community while creating your own drink at our Dirty Soda Bar. Whether you’re new to campus or returning for another semester, this is the perfect place to relax, connect, and start the year off right.

Campus Cup

Campus Cup returns to Vaso’s Field on Tuesday, September 8 as the Durham Lords and Ontario Tech Ridgebacks renew one of the college’s longest-standing traditions.

Dating back to 2009, Campus Cup has grown into the signature event to kick off the fall semester, bringing thousands of students, alumni and fans together for an evening of soccer, school spirit and campus pride.

Gates open at 5 p.m. with a free BBQ, ice cream, free t-shirts and more. Fans can also test their luck in the popular Heads and Tails contest for a chance to win prizes.

The women’s match begins at 6 p.m., followed by the men’s match at 7 p.m., with an after-party at 2200 North Pub.

International Student Welcome: Mix & Mingle at DC

This international student welcome session, offered in person, is for all new international students starting their Durham College programs in September 2026. Registration in advance is mandatory. You may register here.

The Oshawa campus International Student Welcome: Mix & Mingle at DC session will take place on Thursday, September 3 at 2 p.m. in the South Wing Entryway, Oshawa Campus.