Annual awareness-raising events centered on sexual violence are part of the University of Waterloo’s prevention strategy, supporting its goal of promoting a consent culture on campus. These events provide important opportunities to intentionally generate dialogue about sexual violence, advance consent literacy, and build a campus community that prioritizes sexual violence prevention, health, and well-being.
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JOIN US FOR CONSENT WEEK & TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA
This month, we’re excited to celebrate Fall Consent Week(s), taking place over two weeks this year, September 14–20 and September 21–25! We’re also thrilled to launch our new Trauma-Informed Yoga programming, with multiple sessions open to students and staff/faculty. Led by SVPRO Case Manager and Certified Yoga Instructor, Taneah Ugwuegbula, these gentle 45-minute Hatha yoga sessions welcome all experience levels and emphasize mindful movement, breath, choice, and creating a safe and supportive space to connect with yourself.
October 7 - STUDENTS - ARCHITECTURE CAMPUS - CAMBRIDGE
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October 19 - STUDENTS
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OCTOBER 28 - STUDENTS
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November 2 - STUDENTS
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NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
Wednesday, September 30
7AM-12PM
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About: The Office of Indigenous Relations invites and encourages you to attend the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026 on Wednesday, September 30. All of the ceremonies will start and end at the B.C. Matthews Hall (BMH) Green. The entire Waterloo community is welcome to attend and observe all of the ceremonies throughout the day, as their schedule allows.
Program for September 30 *all times approximate
7AM | Sunrise Ceremony
10AM | Commitment Polishing Ceremony
11AM | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Remarks and Walk around Ring Road
12PM | Closing Remarks, Drumming and Round Dance
BRIDGE: HONOURING THE LIVES OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND TWO SPIRIT PEOPLE
Opening Ceremony: Friday, October 9
10AM - 12PM
Closing Ceremony: Monday, October 26
10AM - 12PM
Honorary Speaker: Jean Becker, Inuk and a member of the Nunatsiavut Territory of Labrador
Join us at the Ceremonial Fire Grounds, United College
Ryan Black Wolf, Ceremonial Fire Keeper
Cedar Tea and Hot Apple Cider follows the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
All invited to gather at the Science Indigenous Office - Science Teaching Complex, Room 101
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