Posted on Monday, August 17th, 2020
An Important message for students:
To keep your information safeguarded, we are updating our systems for email access. As of August 27 at 3:00 p.m., you may not be able to access your Algonquin College email account via your current email applications. This change is being made to maintain compatibility with security improvements that Microsoft is planning in the future.
Access to email using the Microsoft Outlook application (installed on all standard College laptops and desktops), the Microsoft Mail Windows 10 application, the Outlook app (available for most mobile devices) and via a web browser will not be affected. Any other email app or client may no longer function to access your College email. Read more >
Posted on Monday, July 20th, 2020
Check out these four exciting free virtual events planned by the Event Management students in July 2020. Go on a pub crawl, rediscover Canada, play your favourite childhood games or travel to India, all from the comfort of your own home. If you enjoy the events, there is an option to donate to the four local charities that these events support; The Ottawa Food Bank, the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Center, Candlelighters and the Ottawa River Keepers.
Read more about how students have moved these charity events online in the Algonquin Times here.
The Heat of Ottawa: A Virtual Pub Crawl – July 22, 2020
Are you missing the excitement and comradery of a night on the town? If so, we have an exciting experience coming your way in July! Plan to ZOOM in with us for “The Heat of Ottawa: A Virtual Pub Crawl” on Wednesday, July 22 starting at 7:00 pm. During this virtual experience we plan to transport you back to an evening of pre-pandemic fun to some of the amazing pubs and bars in downtown Ottawa! Learn how to create a signature drink from a professional mixologist, compete in exciting games for a chance to win cool prizes, enjoy a private live performance from Ottawa based performers, and so much more! Best of all, this incredible evening is absolutely free! Although there is no obligation, we hope you will consider making an online donation – proceeds raised will go to the following well deserved charities: The Ottawa Food Bank, the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Center, Candlelighters, and the Ottawa River Keeper. For more information on how to access this free event, please visit our social media pages on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @HeatofOttawa and our web site at https://virtualpubcrawl.wixsite.com/heatofottawa2020
Rediscover Canada – July 23, 2020
What do poutine, beavertails, Caesars and polite people have in common? They all come from Canada! Join us on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 7:00 pm as we experience one of the most beautiful countries in the world – ours! The concept for “Rediscover Canada” came about during the COVID-19 pandemic during which an entire movement was experienced across our vast country. People vowed to shop local and visit local. This free event is your opportunity to travel across Canada and experience the diversity of this land and culture all from the comfort of your home. You will travel to a variety of cities and provinces and along the way, enjoy mouth-watering demonstrations from a professional mixologist, see and hear local entertainment, meet with some special guests and so much more! Not only is this an opportunity for you to learn more about Canada, you will also have an opportunity to hear from 4 Ottawa charities who have been hard at work supporting their clients during the COVID pandemic – the Dave Smith Youth Centre who support youth with mental health and addiction challenges; Candlelighters who support families with children diagnosed with cancer; Ottawa Riverkeeper who keep an eye on our watershed; and the Ottawa Food Bank. Although not mandatory to attend the event, donating to the event will allow us to allocate funds to all of these well-deserved charities. For more information, please visit https://rediscovercanada.weebly.com/ and make sure to watch for us on social media.
Party Like A Youngster (P.L.A.Y.) – July 25, 2020
The global Covid-19 pandemic that is upon us has certainly changed the way we have lived these past few months. We have embraced the ‘new normal’ as best as we can. Let’s get set for quarantine summer 2020 with an event that brings back the memories of our young days. “Party Like A Youngster” or P.L.A.Y. takes place on Saturday, July 25th at 7 PM. Join us for your chance to put aside the distractions of your daily lives; where you can re-visit your inner child, be creative, and have some fun. P.L.A.Y. is a virtual event where you will enjoy playing interactive games such as Trivia, Taboo and Shazam, along with entertaining performances that can be enjoyed by people of all ages! Even though this is a free event, be sure to register because we have only a limited number of spots! For more information and to register, please visit our web site at https://partylikeayoungster.wordpress.com/All the donations made before, during, or after the event will be directed to the much-deserved charities we are supporting – the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre, Candlelighters, Ottawa Food Bank and Ottawa Riverkeeper. So, join us to revive your childhood memories and to make some new ones with us! Come be amazed! Come P.L.A.Y.!
Namaste India – July 26, 2020
Are you missing the excitement of travelling to new and exotic locations? COVID-19 has kept us all within our own borders. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t take a virtual voyage across the world! Journey with us to “Namaste India” on Sunday, July 26th at 11:00 am EST where you will experience the cultural mix of food, art and music. During this virtual experience, you will learn how to create an Indian meal, see the lovely work of a sand artist, hear traditional folk music, smile with some comedy, and test your knowledge of this great country. Best of all, this incredible experience is absolutely free! Although there is no obligation, we hope you will consider making an online donation as any proceeds raised will go to well-deserved charities including The Ottawa Food Bank, the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Center, Candlelighters, and the Ottawa River Keeper. For more information on how to access this free event, please visit our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and our web site at https://www.namasteindia2020.ca
