Graduate students

Traffic advisory: Simcoe Street closure near Oshawa Campus

January 9, 2026

Starting as early as Monday, January 12, Metrolinx will begin work on the Bowmanville Extension, which will extend Lakeshore East GO rail service east to Bowmanville. As part of this project, the Simcoe Street Bridge over the CPKC rail tracks will be demolished and replaced. This will require a full closure of Simcoe Street between Avenue Street and Albany Street for approximately two years.

During this time, vehicle traffic will be detoured via Stevenson Road, and pedestrians will be redirected to the Michael Starr Trail. GO Transit routes 52, 56, and 92, as well as Durham Region Transit routes 92 and N2, will also be detoured. Signage will be installed to assist drivers and pedestrians.

Construction will take place Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those traveling near the work zone should expect noise from trucks and heavy equipment, lights directed toward the site, and vibration monitoring to ensure safety.

For more details and updates, visit metrolinx.com/bowmanville.

Baagwating Indigenous Student Centre accessibility lift out of service

January 8, 2026

The accessibility lift at the front entrance of the Baagwating Indigenous Student Centre is currently out of service. Repairs are expected to be completed the week of January 12; however, additional time may be required.

Your patience and understanding is appreciated.

Please direct inquiries to the Office of Campus Infrastructure and Sustainability.

Upcoming music festival at Windfields Farm lands

December 18, 2025

Ontario Tech University has leased a portion of its Windfields Farm lands for the North of Nowhere music festival, scheduled for July 17 to 19, 2026.

The festival is an independently operated event.

All event operations, including security, crowd management, parking, transit co-ordination, noise control, cleanup and site restoration, are the responsibility of the festival organizers.

Campus operations are expected to remain unaffected.

Questions about the festival should be directed to its organizers.

Campus winter safety reminder

December 8, 2025

With the winter season upon us, we’d like to remind our community about winter safety.

Snow removal

We have a comprehensive snow removal and ice management program in place across all campus locations to maintain safe, accessible conditions throughout the winter months. Weather conditions are continuously monitored to ensure access to all sites and buildings remains safe, and unimpeded by snow and ice.

While our teams work diligently, winter weather can still be unpredictable. To help keep you safe, we want to remind everyone to take extra care when travelling to and around campus.

Safety tips for winter walking

• If you feel yourself falling, try to relax your muscles, tuck your chin to your chest if falling backward and aim to land on a fleshy part of your body (like your side) rather than knees, wrists, or spine.
  
  
• Keep your hands free; avoid walking with hands in pockets.
  
  
• Remain alert and take your time when walking outdoors, especially during or shortly after snowfall, or freezing conditions.
  
  
• Step straight down off curbs rather than at an angle.
  
  
• Use caution when approaching walking surfaces; assume wet or dark pavement may be icy and slippery. Be aware of changes in walking surfaces.
  
  
• Use handrails whenever available (ramps, stairs, etc.).
  
  
• Use special care when entering and exiting vehicles; use the vehicle for support.
  
  
• Take slow, short, shuffling steps, point feet slightly outward, bend knees and keep your centre of gravity over your feet.
  
  
• Walk only on designated pathways or sidewalks.
  
  
• Wear appropriate winter footwear to improve traction.

Reporting hazards

If you observe a snow or ice hazard on campus, report it to Campus Security at ext. 2400 or 905.721.3211, and provide the exact location and situation.

Your safety is our priority. Thank you for your co-operation in helping us maintain a safe and accessible campus environment this winter.

Helpful internal links:

• Emergency Closure Policy
• Emergency Closure Procedures
• Winter safety on campus

Helpful external links:

• Durham Region Transit service alerts and detours
• Environment Canada weather forecasts for Ontario
• GO Transit service updates
• Ontario Ministry of Transportation winter driving information

Annual Job Fair - February 5

January 13, 2026

Our annual Job Fair—in collaboration with Durham College—is coming up on Thursday, February 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre, Gyms 3, 4, and 5. View the list of employers attending.

Career Carnival - January 20 and 22

January 13, 2026

Join us at the Career Carnival Tuesday, January 20 on the second floor of Charles Hall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday, January 22 in the Shawenjigewining Hall, Atrium from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Play some games, practice networking and interview skills, and get career guidance.

Wellness Week - January 19 to 23

January 13, 2026

Wellness Week runs from January 19 to 23 with events supporting mental, physical, social and academic well-being. Try something new, connect with campus supports and enter to win a prize pack. View the full schedule.

2026 Automotive Innovation Challenge

January 13, 2026

Check out the 2026 Automotive Innovation Challenge. The virtual kick-off is on Monday, January 19 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Learn challenge details and connect with industry leaders. Register today.

Visit AskMe Information Booths

January 12, 2026

New to campus and have questions? Visit the AskMe information booths January 12 to 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.