Our Events

Being a student can be hard. But peer support — being able to speak with someone who “gets it” — is just a click away.

If you ever want a fellow student to talk to who can offer support and connect you with useful resources, the Beacon: Health & Wellness Peer Support Space is here to help guide you. Chat with a trained Algonquin College student peer about mental health, sexual health and sexual violence, and substance use. Support is offered in a one-on-one, drop-in, non-judgmental, confidential, and accessible virtual space.

Students can access this support Monday-Friday, 12pm-5pm.

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Turn Me On Podcast is a no-holds-barred conversation about what it is like to be a sexual being in this crazy world. Hosted by Jeremie Saunders & Bryde Maclean, with special guest Sarah Crawford of Project Lighthouse, Sexual Violence Prevention and Harm Reduction Coordinator.

The Mask You Live In follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating society’s narrow definition of masculinity. Research shows that compared to girls, boys in the are more likely to be diagnosed with a behaviour disorder, prescribed stimulant medications, fail out of school, binge drink, commit a violent crime, and/or take their own lives.

Watch a free screening of the thought-provoking film The Mask You Live In discussing masculinity, and create your own unique mask!

Take Back the Night (TBTN) is an annual rally and protest against sexual and gender-based violence. Take Back the Night communities celebrate, support, and empower survivors, while creating safer communities and healthier relationships through awareness, activism and advocacy.

Throughout the year, Project Lighthouse hosts amazing guest speakers to start the important conversation on sexual violence prevention, consent, and how to support survivors of sexual violence.

Some past guest speakers include:

International students are invited to join the International Education Centre and Project Lighthouse for an interactive evening exploring consent and healthy relationships! Ask questions, grab a bite to eat, and mingle with fellow international students!

Consent Fest is an event that aims to engage and support students on the important subject of sexual consent in an accessible way. Help us build a culture of consent here at Algonquin College! Join the conversation on social media by visiting us on Facebook and Twitter and using the hashtag #ConsentIsEverything to share your thoughts, pictures, and videos.

Come decorate a mug this Valentine’s Day to take home – and fill it with treats after you’re finished creating your masterpiece! Drop by to decorate a mug while learning how to support survivors of sexual violence. Increase your knowledge about this important topic and ask questions that are on your mind, all in a casual, non-judgmental environment.

All materials provided.

You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Don’t miss this enlightening event about all things sex, which will feature a Q&A, photos, and a meet-and-greet with MC Spencer Rice (Spenny from Kenny vs. Spenny).

Students and employees are invited to attend this talk to learn about healthy relationships, both personally and interpersonally, through traditional Algonquin knowledge and teachings, and what masculinity means.

The Moose Hide Campaign is a grassroots movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous men and boys who are standing up against violence towards women and children.

Show your commitment to end violence against women and children by taking part in the Moose Hide Campaign National Gathering and Day of Fasting at the Shaw Centre. Includes a ceremony, keynote speakers, men’s and women’s healing circles, and a Walk to End Violence.

Take part in #IBelieveYou to show your support for survivors of sexual assault. Algonquin College, La Cité, uOttawa, and Carleton are joining together to stand with survivors and send an important message:

When a survivor discloses, we start by believing.

It is not always obvious when sexual violence is happening. Sexual violence can happen in many forms and on a spectrum. Ottawa Coalition To End Violence Against Women (OCTEVAW) encourages you to take notice of situations around you.

This interactive event will help you learn about how to help your friends when things get weird around you. Help prevent sexual violence on campus by rating the weird. Notice the weird? Do you have a role?

Check out Just Got Weird to find out more.

This Q&A session answers your questions about sex, sexual health, and sexuality. Open to all current Algonquin College students.

Sexual Violence Prevention Week is designed to raise awareness of Algonquin’s commitment to being a safe community that is free of sexual violence, and to provide students with the resources they need to address the warning signs of sexual violence they see in our community. Help us build a culture of safety and consent here at Algonquin College by checking out the events during the week.

Confronting the Attitudes that Contribute to Sexual Harassment and Violence in Our Communities.

December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, marks the anniversary of the murders of 14 young women at l’École Polytechnique de Montreal in 1989. They died because they were women. Algonquin College will be hosting a memorial on this date to remember all those affected by gendered violence, so we as a society can strive for a world without violence and oppression.

Let’s get talking! This services fair will highlight the various on- and off-campus resources that are available to support survivors of sexual violence. Come by to get information about how you can help survivors and show support, and learn strategies to be a good bystander. There will also be popcorn, games, candy, and prizes!