Events

Income taxes in Canada

Oct 27, 10:00am - Oct 27, 11:30am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn about the Canadian income tax system and your responsibilities as an international student. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=25903

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Career Chat: Turning creativity into a salary

Oct 27, 10:30am - Oct 27, 12:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn how to turn your creativity into a salary at this online workshop about careers in film and storytelling. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=25890 #UofT

Coping Skills Workshop: Balanced Living

Oct 27, 12:00pm - Oct 27, 1:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn coping strategies to help you feel more balanced and less stressed. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=26917

Join the University of Toronto Health & Wellness Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/healthyuoft #UofT

Healing through the intersections

Oct 27, 12:00pm - Oct 27, 1:30pm+3Nov 3, 4:00pm - Nov 3, 6:00pmNov 5, 6:30pm - Nov 5, 8:00pmNov 17, 4:00pm - Nov 17, 6:00pm

ONLINE

This fall, the University of Toronto Sexual Violence Prevention & Support Centre is hosting Healing Through the Intersections: Race, Black Identity and Sexual Violence, a series of virtual workshops and conversations centred on anti-Black racism and sexual violence. Please register for and learn more about the following programs here: www.svpscentre.utoronto.ca/learn/programming/

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There is No I in We: Ancestral Memory of Anti-Black Racism and Sexual Violence with Melissa Taylor
*For Black Identified #UofT students only
Thursday October 22, 2020
12:00p.m. – 1:30p.m. EST

Thursday November 5, 2020
6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m. EST

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Healing from Anti-Black Racialized and Sexualized Trauma with Tenniel Brown
*For Black-Identified U of T staff, faculty and librarians only

Thursday October 27, 2020
12:00p.m. – 1:30p.m. EST

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Healing Through the Impacts of Racial & Sexual Violence with Melanie Kataha
*For U of T Students who Identify as Black, Indigenous or Racialized.

Tuesday November 3, 2020
4:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. EST

Tuesday November 17, 2020
4:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. EST

Grad Talk: Time management for graduate students

Oct 27, 2:00pm - Oct 27, 3:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

University of Toronto graduate students: Join other grad students to discuss time management challenges and strategies for achieving your goals. Please register at
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=27232

Join the Gradlife Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/uoftgradlife #UofT

Building experience through volunteering

Oct 27, 3:00pm - Oct 27, 4:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn how to explore volunteering opportunities and effectively communicate your experiences to employers. Please register here: clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=26312

Join the Centre for Community Partnerships Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ccpuoft #UofT

Relaxing mindfulness meditation & yoga

Oct 27, 6:00pm - Oct 27, 7:00pm+7Nov 3, 6:00pm - Nov 3, 7:00pmNov 17, 6:00pm - Nov 17, 7:00pmNov 24, 6:00pm - Nov 24, 7:00pmDec 1, 6:00pm - Dec 1, 7:00pmDec 8, 6:00pm - Dec 8, 7:00pmDec 15, 6:00pm - Dec 15, 7:00pmDec 22, 6:00pm - Dec 22, 7:00pm

ONLINE

This deeply relaxing class combines basic yoga, stretching and mindfulness to sooth aching bodies and calm busy minds. No experience necessary. To get the ZOOM link, please visit the Mindful Moments CLNx calendar here: clnx.utoronto.ca/home/mindfulness.htm

Facilitated by Lauren Brown, M.Ed., E-RYT, Applied Mindfulness Meditation Specialist

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facebook.com/groups/multifaithuoft #UofT

Mature student drop-in connections

Oct 28, 12:00pm - Oct 28, 2:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Connect with other mature students to learn about supports and hang out online. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=25138 #UofT

5 ways to well-being

Oct 28, 3:00pm - Oct 28, 4:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn how to apply five simple, evidence-based strategies to promote positive mental health and well-being while practicing physical distancing and managing COVID-19 related stress. Please register at
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=27104

Join the Health & Wellness Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/healthyuoft #UofT

Introduction to Yoga

Oct 28, 4:10pm - Oct 28, 5:10pm+1Nov 4, 4:10pm - Nov 4, 5:10pm

ONLINE

Learn the basics of yoga postures and mindfulness meditation. Drop in on Wednesdays via Zoom! Details here: clnx.utoronto.ca/home/mindfulness.htm

Join the Mindful Moments Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/mindfulmomentsuoft

Join the Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/multifaithuoft #UofT

Grad Connections: Impostor phenomenon in grad school

Oct 29, 12:00pm - Oct 29, 1:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

University of Toronto grad students are invited to an online discussion of impostor phenomenon in grad school and strategies for feeling more confident.

Join the Gradlife Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/uoftgradlife #UofT

Grad Step Up: Navigating U of T

Oct 29, 12:30pm - Oct 29, 1:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Incoming international #UofT students: Please join us for a session that will help you navigate your new experience at the University of Toronto as an international graduate student. Gain valuable tips and insights from returning international students on where to find what you need and learn from their experience. You will have the opportunity to reflect on your own expectations and share your concerns and questions with other international students. Please register at CLNx, as follows:

October 21, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=24608

October 29, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=24609

Join the Grad Step Up Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/gradstepup

Join the Gradlife Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/uoftgradlife

Structuring your day while managing different time zones

Oct 29, 1:00pm - Oct 29, 2:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Join a learning strategist and fellow students online to discuss strategies for staying connected while managing different time zones. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=26960

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Renting ask us anything with Katrina and Logan

Oct 29, 2:30pm - Oct 29, 3:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Join Housing educators to ask questions about moving, tenant rights, rental market insights and more. Please register at
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=27477 #UofT

International Language Exchange

Oct 29, 4:00pm - Oct 29, 5:00pm+3Nov 5, 4:00pm - Nov 5, 5:00pmNov 19, 4:00pm - Nov 19, 5:00pmNov 26, 4:00pm - Nov 26, 5:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

If you're studying a language, or just have a general interest in languages, the International Language Exchange program welcomes you! This is your chance to practice or learn the basics of a new language, while helping other University of Toronto students do the same in regular weekly meetings! *PLEASE REGISTER and learn more at uoft.me/5V9 #UofT

Reading scripture in community

Oct 29, 4:30pm - Oct 29, 5:30pm+17Nov 5, 4:30pm - Nov 5, 5:30pmNov 19, 4:30pm - Nov 19, 5:30pmNov 26, 4:30pm - Nov 26, 5:30pmDec 3, 4:30pm - Dec 3, 5:30pmDec 10, 4:30pm - Dec 10, 5:30pmDec 17, 4:30pm - Dec 17, 5:30pmJan 7, 4:30pm - Jan 7, 5:30pmJan 14, 4:30pm - Jan 14, 5:30pmJan 21, 4:30pm - Jan 21, 5:30pmJan 28, 4:30pm - Jan 28, 5:30pmFeb 4, 4:30pm - Feb 4, 5:30pmFeb 11, 4:30pm - Feb 11, 5:30pmFeb 25, 4:30pm - Feb 25, 5:30pmMar 4, 4:30pm - Mar 4, 5:30pmMar 11, 4:30pm - Mar 11, 5:30pmMar 18, 4:30pm - Mar 18, 5:30pmMar 25, 4:30pm - Mar 25, 5:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Textual studies with a twist! University of Toronto students from all religious and academic backgrounds are welcome to participate in a weekly close reading of scripture that opens new conversations and discovers interesting relationships across Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths. Engage with other students from around the world. Let’s read together!

PLEASE REGISTER by emailing the Multi-Faith Centre at multi.faith@utoronto.ca

More details here: studentlife.utoronto.ca/program/friends-food-and-scripture/

Join the Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group here: facebook.com/groups/multifaithuoft

Join the Reading Scripture in Community Facebook Group here: www.facebook.com/groups/30352269524/ #UofT

Self-defense workshops

Oct 29, 5:30pm - Oct 29, 7:30pm+1Nov 19, 5:30pm - Nov 19, 7:30pm

ONLINE

The Community Safety Office is offering a wide variety of FREE online Self-Defense Workshops this fall: Wen-Do Women’s Self-Defense Workshops for students, and for the first time, Urban Self-Defense for Men, as follows:

Wen-Do Student Workshops:
October 1, 5:30 – 7:30pmET
October 29, 5:30 – 7:30pmET
November 19, 5:30 – 7:30pmET

Acts of Resistance Workshop for LGBTQ+ communities:
October 20, 5:30-7:30pm

Urban Self Defense Workshop for men:
October 22, 5:30 – 7:30pmET

PLEASE REGISTER HERE: www.communitysafety.utoronto.ca/reporting-a-crime/self-defense/upcoming-self-defense-sessions/

NOTE: There are also staff and faculty classes. Please click on the registration link above for more info.

Exploring an Islamic soundscape

Nov 2, 7:00pm - Nov 2, 8:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Take a musical journey informed with the Islamic tradition for justice and peace — led by Hussein Janmohamed, a University of Toronto PhD student with the University of Toronto Faculty of Music. Please visit CLNx to get the Zoom details, here: uoft.me/Islamic-Music

Join the Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/multifaithuoft

Sign up for the #MFCUofT newsletter: uoft.me/multifaithnews #UofT

Mindful Moments at New College

Nov 2, 7:10pm - Nov 2, 8:00pm+16Nov 9, 7:10pm - Nov 9, 8:00pmNov 16, 7:10pm - Nov 16, 8:00pmNov 23, 7:10pm - Nov 23, 8:00pmNov 30, 7:10pm - Nov 30, 8:00pmDec 7, 7:10pm - Dec 7, 8:00pmDec 14, 7:10pm - Dec 14, 8:00pmJan 18, 7:10pm - Jan 18, 8:00pmJan 25, 7:10pm - Jan 25, 8:00pmFeb 1, 7:10pm - Feb 1, 8:00pmFeb 8, 7:10pm - Feb 8, 8:00pmFeb 15, 7:10pm - Feb 15, 8:00pmFeb 22, 7:10pm - Feb 22, 8:00pmMar 1, 7:10pm - Mar 1, 8:00pmMar 8, 7:10pm - Mar 8, 8:00pmMar 15, 7:10pm - Mar 15, 8:00pmMar 22, 7:10pm - Mar 22, 8:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

New College (U of T) presents online mindfulness meditation sessions with support in both English and Mandarin. Please register to get your Zoom link at clnx.utoronto.ca

Join the Mindful Moments Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/mindfulmomentsUofT

Join the Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group: facebook.com/multifaithUofT
#UofT

Qu[e]erying religion — drop-in sessions

Nov 5, 5:00pm - Nov 5, 7:00pm+9Nov 19, 5:00pm - Nov 19, 7:00pmDec 3, 5:00pm - Dec 3, 7:00pmDec 17, 5:00pm - Dec 17, 7:00pmJan 14, 5:00pm - Jan 14, 7:00pmJan 28, 5:00pm - Jan 28, 7:00pmFeb 11, 5:00pm - Feb 11, 7:00pmFeb 25, 5:00pm - Feb 25, 7:00pmMar 11, 5:00pm - Mar 11, 7:00pmMar 25, 5:00pm - Mar 25, 7:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Make new friends in a supportive environment of intersecting identities and beliefs. Get the Zoom details here: uoft.me/queerying-religion

Join the University of Toronto Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/multifaithuoft #UofT

Grad Step Up: Effective communication skills

Nov 18, 9:30am - Nov 18, 10:30am+1Nov 26, 12:30pm - Nov 26, 1:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

In this interactive session international #UofT grad students will have the chance to explore communication styles and preferences, and develop strategies to adapt them for different in-person and online platforms and environments. This session will be facilitated by returning international University of Toronto graduate students. Please register at CLNx, as follows:

November 18, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=24610

November 26, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=24611

Join the Grad Step Up Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/gradstepup

Join the Gradlife Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/uoftgradlife

De-escalating conflict situations

Nov 18, 2:00pm - Nov 18, 3:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Trouble with your landlord, roommate or neighbour? Learn how to de-escalate conflict situations in this online workshop. Register here: uoft.me/63L #UofT

Healing with Yoga

Nov 18, 6:00pm - Nov 18, 7:00pm+5Dec 16, 6:00pm - Dec 16, 7:00pmJan 13, 6:00pm - Jan 13, 7:00pmFeb 17, 6:00pm - Feb 17, 7:00pmMar 17, 6:00pm - Mar 17, 7:00pmApr 14, 6:00pm - Apr 14, 7:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Practice healing through yoga with an experienced instructor from a trauma-informed approach.

A trauma-informed approach pays particular attention to how trauma is held in the body and explores how to move towards healing.

Healing with Yoga is currently running online. It is offered every third Wednesday of each month from 6-7pmET. Please register for the following dates at CLNx.utoronto.ca

September 16
October 14
November 18
December 16
January 13
February 17
March 17
April 14

You are welcome to attend any sessions, and are not required to attend all sessions. Feel free to drop in for as long or as little as you like.

Join the University of Toronto Multi-Faith Centre Facebook Group: facebook.com/multifaithuoft #UofT

Join the Mindful Moments Facebook Group here: facebook.com/groups/mindfulmomentsuoft

ROM virtual tour for international students

Nov 19, 9:00am - Nov 19, 10:00am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Meet other international students and view some of the Royal Ontario Museum's most iconic pieces in this virtual tour.

🌟 REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 6 at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=27446

Join the University of Toronto #CIEUofT Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/cieuoft #UofT

Future of Work: Speaker series

Nov 19, 10:30am - Nov 19, 5:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

What will your future career look like? How will you land a job in this new world of online recruitment? How are industries changing? And what does this mean for your future prospects?

Join the Future of Work Speaker Series to talk directly with University of Toronto Alumni and employers about their views on the future of work. Designed to offer you flexibility to attend the online sessions you are most interested in, these tailored small-group conversations will help you connect with professionals.

Please register here: clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=24800 #UofT

CV and personal statement event

Nov 25, 12:00pm - Nov 25, 4:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Applying to grad or professional school? Tailor your applications in real time as you meet online with career staff and writing instructors. Details & registration here: clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=25360
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