University of Toronto Scarborough
In collaboration with campus and community partners, we host events and develop programs that promote inclusion and contribute to a sense of belonging for our diverse communities. Check out this page for past and future events!
February 19, 2025
In this workshop series facilitated by the 519, gain a deeper understanding of 2SLGBTQIA communities and how to begin fostering more affirming spaces at work (and beyond) that celebrate the dignity of queer and trans people.
January 22, 2025
Explore mindfulness as a liberatory practice, where together we will strengthen our sense of self, engage in deeper self-knowing, and build community.
December 11, 2024
Explore mindfulness as a liberatory practice in a 4-part series, where together we will strengthen our sense of self, engage in deeper self-knowing, and build community.
October 23, November 6, 20, & December 4
Have you ever beaded before, want to learn with an ever cool facilitator, or just drop by for some snacks, relax, and ask academic questions? Indigenous students, staff, and faculty are welcome to join our biweekly beading circles facilitated by Giselle Del Valle.
Nov 5, Nov 21, Nov 26, Dec 10
Join us for these aerobic and fitness sessions incorporating interval training the Indigenous way. These sessions will be hosted by Alyssa McLeod, Indigenous Zumba instructor at the Pan Am Centre at UTSC. Come out, have some fun, and learn some new moves! Everyone is Welcome!
2nd Tuesday of Every Month
An opportunity for informal connection and conversation and to build relationships amongst 2SLGBTQ+ community members on campus. All 2SLGBTQ+-identifying staff, faculty and librarians are invited to attend.
December 6, 2024
On Friday, December 6, 2024, the U of T will join communities across Canada to honour the lives of the 14 women killed at Montreal’s École Polytechnique in 1989. Join us in-person at the St. George campus, UTSC campus, or online for this annual memorial and reflection.
November 29, 2024
Decompression Pop-ups: November. Tuesdays in November | 11am-2pm  | UTSC (see the schedule below for weekly location)
November 25, 2024
Join us over lunch for Neurodivergent at Work, the official launch of the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) Neurodivergent Faculty, Staff, and Librarian Peer Network, an initiative funded by the UTSC Mentoring Partnership Fund.
November 14, 2024
On Thursday, November 14, we invite you to join the UTSC EDIO to honor Trans Awareness Week at our event, Messages of Hope and Freedom.
November 3, 2024 – November 9, 2024
The purpose of Treaties Recognition Week is to recognize the importance of treaties and expand awareness of the existence of treaties and the significance of the relationships between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous communities within Ontario.
October 24, 2024
Join us for a time of healing, expression, and solidarity in celebration of Islamic History Month.
October 18, 2024 – October 19, 2024
Join the staff from the Office of Indigenous Initiatives UTSC, and Student Life in this partnership to bring this amazing opportunity to visit the thriving and resilient Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Community.
October 17, 2024
Hey Indigenous students, would you like to make connections with Indigenous professionals and community? Please join Indigenous Initiatives and AA&CC for our once a month trip to different Indigenous events around the city.
October 16, 2024
Join us in learning a wholistic view of academic strategies through the teachings of sweetgrass. All students are welcome!
October 11, 2024
Pow Wow Steps is a facilitated session by Brianna Olson- Pitawanakwat, Pow Wow dancer. Brianna will lead UTSC in basic steps of Indigenous traditional dances.