Charles Hall parking lot: New mandatory hang-tag system
January 30, 2026
To improve the overall parking experience and to ensure consistency and compliance, we’ve transitioned to a hang-tag system for all Charles Hall lot permit holders and permit holders with access to this lot.
If you’re a current Charles Hall lot permit holder and haven’t done so already, contact parking@dc-uoit.ca as soon as possible to pick up your hang tag. Once issued, the tag must be clearly displayed on your rearview mirror whenever you’re using the lot.
Please note: After Friday, February 6, parking enforcement will be ticketing any vehicles in this lot without a visible Charles Hall hang tag.
Non-permit holders: Short-term parking is available after 2 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends. Payment is required via the HONK mobile app or by scanning a QR code located on parking lot signage. Paid parking is strictly enforced.
Thank you for your co-operation as we work to improve parking operations.
Winter weather cleaning update
January 29, 2026
With the ongoing winter weather, snow, salt and dirt are being tracked into campus buildings more quickly than usual, our cleaning teams are actively working to manage these conditions to keep our spaces as clean and safe as possible.
We appreciate everyone’s understanding, as some areas may not always look their best during peak weather conditions. Please know that our staff is doing everything they can and we are grateful for their continued efforts.
Facilities Services thanks you for your patience and support.
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.
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.
Announcements
Course registration system maintenance
January 26, 2026
We will be performing maintenance on the online registration system between Monday, February 2 to Monday, February 9. If you wish to drop a winter term course during this time, you must submit a drop course form, which can be found under the My academics menu after selecting either Undergraduate students or Graduate students on MyOntarioTech. If you have any further questions, please contact the Office of the Registrar at connect@ontariotechu.ca.
Celebrate Black History Month at the Black Student Showcase
January 26, 2026
Celebrate Black History Month at the Black Student Showcase on Wednesday, February 25 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Shawenjigewining Hall, Main Atrium. Hosted by the Black Youth Visionary Program, this campus celebration features a student-led market, live performances and cultural refreshments.
Stories in Colour: Celebrating Black Arts and Literature
January 26, 2026
Celebrate Black creativity at Stories in Colour: Celebrating Black Arts and Literature on Tuesday, February 10 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Dixon/Alger Fireside Reading Room at the North Oshawa Campus Library. Enjoy a live reading and book sharing with a performer from BlackLitDurham and get creative with a hands-on art activity inspired by Black artists. Register.
Enjoy a nourishing bowl of soup at Hunter’s Kitchen this winter
January 21, 2026
Feeling hungry or in need of something warm? Health Promotions is offering free soup passes for students to enjoy a nourishing bowl of soup at Hunter’s Kitchen this winter. Pick up one pass per student at the Student Engagement and Equity Office (Shawenjigewining Hall, Room 2010), weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., January 19 to February 13, while supplies last.
Mandatory: Provide your SIN and update your mailing address
January 19, 2026
Tax season is approaching, and your Tuition and Enrolment Certificate (T2202) will soon be available. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires your Social Insurance Number (SIN) on the T2202 form.
Deadline:
Ensure your correct SIN and mailing address are updated in your MyOntarioTech account by Friday, February 6 at 9:00 a.m. Updates made after this deadline will result in a $25 reprint fee for your tax receipt.
Select either the Undergraduate box or the Graduate box
In the My information section box, select Personal Information
If prompted, login using your network credentials
Navigate to Address, select Edit (pencil icon) and input your address
Select Update
Important dates and information
Application for graduation
January 30, 2026
Are you completing your program requirements at the end of the Winter 2026 semester? The online application for Winter 2026 graduates will be available through your MyOntarioTech account from Saturday, January 31 until Saturday, February 28.
Planning ahead? The Spring/Summer 2026 semester course offerings list is now available to view. Explore the full selection at Spring/Summer 2026 course offerings.