Free Palestine Fundraiser
Mar
28
4:00 PM16:00

Free Palestine Fundraiser

We are holding a fundraiser to sell cookies and ceasefire postcards. TCSA will be matching all donations up to $3,000, and all funds raised will go to Care For Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent, and Islamic Relief Canada.

Come see us at the promotions desk on the first floor of the Student Centre on the following dates/times:

  • Thursday, March 28th: 12pm - 2pm

  • Thursday, March 28th: 4pm - 6pm

  • Tuesday, April 2nd: 12pm - 3pm

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Free Palestine Fundraiser
Apr
2
12:00 PM12:00

Free Palestine Fundraiser

We are holding a fundraiser to sell cookies and ceasefire postcards. TCSA will be matching all donations up to $3,000, and all funds raised will go to Care For Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent, and Islamic Relief Canada.

Come see us at the promotions desk on the first floor of the Student Centre on the following dates/times:

  • Thursday, March 28th: 12pm - 2pm

  • Thursday, March 28th: 4pm - 6pm

  • Tuesday, April 2nd: 12pm - 3pm

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Dionysus Festival
Apr
5
11:00 AM11:00

Dionysus Festival

Come celebrate the last day of classes with the TCSA!

On Friday, April 5th, we are holding a FESTIVAL at the Student Centre!

Grab your friends and come by to enjoy:

  • carnival games (snake pit, whip n’ skip, and plinko)

  • Beaver Tails food truck

  • Photo booth

  • Caricature drawing with Jason Wilkins

  • Candy bar

Drop in between 11am and 4pm!

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TCSA Exam Care Week: Seedling Planting & Pot-Painting
Mar
28
12:00 PM12:00

TCSA Exam Care Week: Seedling Planting & Pot-Painting

Join the TCSA for a de-stress event on Thursday, March 28th from 12pm to 2pm sun the Student Centre Event Space! We have been busy germinating seeds into seedlings for you to pot.

Register here for our event and choose either your own seedling or seeds to germinate on your own. Pot the seedling or plant the seeds, and decorate your terracotta pot to take home.

Thank you to Chatime and Osmow’s for sponsoring this event. Come by for some samples!

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Free Palestine Fundraiser
Mar
28
12:00 PM12:00

Free Palestine Fundraiser

We are holding a fundraiser to sell cookies and ceasefire postcards. TCSA will be matching all donations up to $3,000, and all funds raised will go to Care For Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent, and Islamic Relief Canada.

Come see us at the promotions desk on the first floor of the Student Centre on the following dates/times:

  • Thursday, March 28th: 12pm - 2pm

  • Thursday, March 28th: 4pm - 6pm

  • Tuesday, April 2nd: 12pm - 3pm

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TCSA Exam Care Week: Crafternoon
Mar
27
11:00 AM11:00

TCSA Exam Care Week: Crafternoon

Take a break from studying and come craft with us!

Join us in the Event Space on Wednesday, March 27th, anytime between 11am and 3pm. We will have a loss leaf tea bar where you can build your own tea blend and decorate a label for it; bracelet-making; Bob Ross style painting activity; and colouring sheets.

Thank you to Good2Talk for sponsoring this event.

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TCSA Exam Care Week: Free Massages
Mar
26
11:00 AM11:00

TCSA Exam Care Week: Free Massages

Showing yourself some self-love and self-care is easy as 1-2-3 with our free massages!

On Tuesday, March 26th, sign up for a FREE 15-minute massage with one of our Registered Massage Therapists that will be joining us from the Peterborough community.

We will also have some de-stress activities and snacks for you to wind down and enjoy some quiet time.

Register here for a time slot of your choice. Some walk-ins may be accommodated.

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TCSA Exam Care Week: Right On Workshop
Mar
25
12:00 PM12:00

TCSA Exam Care Week: Right On Workshop

Don't Crash into Action with the Right On crash course workshop!

RIGHT ON Workshop: Join the TCSA for an action-packed event about student advocacy and how to practice self-care while taking on challenging circumstances.

Learn how to put the POW in “powerfully political” with a comic creation activity. TCSA President Aimée will be leading students through this workshop, where you can create your own comic!

Drop-in anytime from 12:00pm - 2:00pm on Monday, March 25th in the TSC Event Space for this event. Attendees will also receive an exam care pack! Catering for this event is provided by Osmows and Chatime.

And don't forget, "with great power comes great responsibility!!"

Thank you to the Trent University EDI Office for sponsoring this event.

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TCSA Spring Market
Mar
20
10:00 AM10:00

TCSA Spring Market

We’re bringing local businesses and student vendors back to campus for our Spring Market! Come shop in the Student Centre on Wednesday, March 20th between 10am to 3pm: candy, plants, comic books, board games, vintage clothing and accessories, crochet and handmade items, decor, and so much more!

The TCSA will also be making fresh popcorn :)

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TCSA Repair Fair
Mar
18
2:00 PM14:00

TCSA Repair Fair

Join us in the Student Centre event Space on Monday, March 18th at 2pm-4pm for the Repair Fair hosted by TCSA Environment & Sustainability Commissioner, Alyssa Scanga.

Learn about mending clothing, sewing, embroidery, patchwork, and more! Bring your torn clothing to repair. Repairing your clothes is a valuable skill to keep your clothing out of the landfill and ensuring the longevity of your well-loved apparel.

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TCSA Elections: Meet The Candidates
Mar
13
5:30 PM17:30

TCSA Elections: Meet The Candidates

We invite all students to join us for our Elections event: Meet The Candidates!

On Wednesday, March 13th, meet your fellow students who are running for a Commissioner or Executive position in the TCSA Elections. Hear the candidates present their platforms and answer questions about pressing student issues. Feel free to come prepared with questions about student services, resources, and issues that are important to you.

5:30pm - 7:30pm in the Student Centre Event Space. Refreshments provided.

This event will also be live-streamed on Instagram (@theTCSA).

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Time in My Shoes Workshop
Mar
12
12:00 PM12:00

Time in My Shoes Workshop

Time in My Shoes (TiMS) is an experiential learning program designed to allow first-hand experience of the daily accessibility challenges many individuals face through realistic simulations. The program focuses on mobility, vision, hearing, and inclusion. This interactive learning opportunity will help stimulate meaningful discussions and highlight the importance of a barrier-free, accessible community for all.

We are holding the Time in My Shoes workshop on Tuesday, March 12th from 12:00pm to 2:00pm in the Student Centre Event Space. Click here to register.

This workshop is free to attend. Participants of this workshop will receive a certificate of completion.

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Gender-Affirming Care Fair
Mar
5
10:00 AM10:00

Gender-Affirming Care Fair

Save the date for Tuesday, March 5th as we host A Gender-Affirming Care Fair in the Student Centre Event Space.

This event will have valuable gender-affirming resources and give students the opportunity to engage with community partners. Visit our Hair Styling Lounge with the Unicorn Salon for professional heat styling services, and receive a Gender-Affirming Care Package featuring razors, shower essentials, and customizable lotion with essential oils.

Don't miss the chance to win giveaways such as gift cards for haircuts, waxing services, and Trans Tape.

In addition to these exciting offerings, we're hosting a free clothing swap – a perfect opportunity to refresh your wardrobe sustainably. If you have any clean, gently-used clothing you wish to donate, feel free to bring them to the TCSA office anytime before or during the Gender-Affirming Care Fair.

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Anti-Racism Conference
Mar
1
to Mar 2

Anti-Racism Conference

You're invited to #jointhearc! ARC will take place over the course of two days (March 1st-2nd). ARC aims to create a forum for dialogue, education, and actionable steps to combat systemic racism.
ARC will engage attendees in the following:

  • Discussions on anti-Black racism

  • Anti-racist lobbying techniques

  • Student advocacy workshops

  • Indigenous teachings

ARC will feature local guest speakers and workshops. Meals will be catered by diverse local catering. Join the TCSA for ARC on March 1st and 2nd in Peterborough/Nogojiwanong at the Student Centre. For more information about the conference, workshops, and speakers please refer to the programme.

Registration is free for Trent students and non-Trent Student Union Leaders is $75.00, please reserve your ticket as soon as possible by clicking here.

Join the TCSA for ARC on March 1st and 2nd in Peterborough/Nogojiwanong at the Student Centre.

Digital Schedule available here.

SCHEDULE

Friday, March 1st, 2024

  • 11:30am-12:00pm: Arrivals & Sign-In

  • 12:00pm-12:15pm: Introductions & Walk-through

  • 12:15pm-1:30pm: Alexx Bodden - Privilege & Intersectionality

  • 1:30pm-2:30pm: First Peoples House of Learning Teaching

  • 2:30pm-3:15pm: Lunch

  • 3:15pm-4:30pm: Black Student Support -Invisible Backpack Exercise

  • 4:30pm-5:30pm: Moriah Hillyer - Métis Dot Painting (optional de-stressor)

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm: Social & Dinner

Saturday, March 2nd, 2024

  • 8:00am-9:00am: Yoga with Des (optional)

  • 9:00am-10:15am: Breakfast & Aimée Anctil - Campus Climate

  • 10:15am-11:30am: Ankit Tripathi - Lobbying

  • 11:30am-12:30pm: Lunch & Dr. Nadine Changfoot, Aimée Anctil - Decolonizing Lessons

  • 12:30pm-1:30pm: Keynote Speaker Zachary Lomo - Creating Your Own Career Path

  • 1:30pm-2:45pm: Closing Discussion & Recommendations

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Black History Month Cookout
Feb
29
1:00 PM13:00

Black History Month Cookout

Come down to our Black History Month Cookout to have some amazing food with friends!

The TCSA will be welcoming Murray's Caribbean Cuisine to campus on Thursday, February 29th in the Student Centre Event Space. Murray's will be serving up delicious meals for students between 1pm and 3pm.

Vegetarian and Halal options will be available.

First come, first served. While quantities last.

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BHM Cooking Workshop
Feb
28
5:30 PM17:30

BHM Cooking Workshop

Join us at the Seasoned Spoon for an event in honor of Black History Month, where we come together to celebrate the rich culinary heritage of the Black community.

This unique cooking workshop, facilitated by Lisa Dixon, the founder of Black Honey, promises to be a flavorful exploration of tradition, culture, and community, all while addressing the important issues of cooking on a budget and combating food insecurity.

Wednesday, February 28th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in the Seasoned Spoon. All supplies and ingredients will be provided. Register here.

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SWORD Personal Safety Training: Black History Month Edition
Feb
27
4:00 PM16:00

SWORD Personal Safety Training: Black History Month Edition

SWORD Personal Safety Training Black History Month edition offers students the opportunity to learn more about the resources offered at Trent and within the Peterborough/Nogojiwanong community.

Join us in the Student Centre Event Space for this wonderful collaboration with Trent International on Tuesday, February 27th at 4pm.

Free food, prizes, and more!! Everyone is welcome.

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TCSA Elections Networking with TCSA Alumni
Feb
26
6:00 PM18:00

TCSA Elections Networking with TCSA Alumni

(HYBRID) TCSA Alumni Panel on Monday, February 26th, 2024 from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the Student Centre Event Space or on Zoom.

Thinking about running in the TCSA Elections? This hybrid event will feature TCSA Alumni discussing their experience in student government and what inspired them to get involved in campus politics.

We encourage interested students to come meet some TCSA Alumni and to get involved with your student union!

Our Alumni panellists will join online via Zoom, and student attendees can join either on Zoom or in person at the Student Centre Event Space. After the moderated panel, students will have the chance to chat with the Elections committee to ask questions about the nomination process. There will be pre-packaged snacks, and food available during the event

Register via this link if you'd like to join virtually.

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BHM: What's In My Hair?
Feb
15
6:00 PM18:00

BHM: What's In My Hair?

The TCSA and Black Student Support are excited for this brand new Black History Month event: What’s In My Hair?

On Thursday, February 15th, join us in LEC 208 at 6pm for an interactive workshop with Black hair braiders where you can learn to braid your hair!

We will also have haircare giveaways for attendees. Limited spots available. Click here to register.

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TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting
Feb
14
6:00 PM18:00

TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting

Come one, come all, to the TCSA’s winter Semi-Annual General meeting!

On Wednesday, February 14th, join us in the Student Centre Event Space at 6:00pm to chat about policy and help us vote on our proposed by-law and policy changes!

Everyone is welcome to join, and you can review the proposed by-law and policy changes in advance here.

We will have snacks and door prizes. The meeting will also be streamed on Instagram live. We hope to see you there! Please bring your student ID to vote.

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Valentine's Day Crafternoon
Feb
14
12:00 PM12:00

Valentine's Day Crafternoon

The TCSA presents: Valentine’s Day Crafternoon!

Drop by the Student Centre Event Space on Wednesday, February 14th anytime between 12pm-3pm and make some gifts for yourself to take home or for your friends and loved ones!

We will have a hot chocolate bar, as well as materials to make friendship bracelets, no-sew flannel pillows, linocut printing, greeting cards, collages, pins and buttons, and more!

Everyone is welcome.

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BIPOC Valentine's Day Market
Feb
14
10:00 AM10:00

BIPOC Valentine's Day Market

For Black History Month, we have a special Valentine’s Day market with BIPOC vendors from the campus and Peterborough communities!

Come shop for yourself (self-care!) or for your loved ones; find some love day gifts for the special individuals in your life.

The market will take place on Wednesday, February 14th from 10am to 3pm in the Student Centre Atrium.

See you there!

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Let's Talk Policy: Pre-SAGM Zoom Social
Feb
9
3:00 PM15:00

Let's Talk Policy: Pre-SAGM Zoom Social

Join the democracy, chat with us about policy!

The TCSA winter Semi-Annual General Meeting is coming, and we invite you to join our virtual pre-SAGM Zoom to talk about some of the policy and by-law amendments we are looking to make as an Association.

All students are welcome to join and see what the TCSA is all about and how we operate! Feel free to ask our Policy & Governance Committee members any questions about our existing by-laws and policies, or questions about the proposed changes.

We hope to see you online on Friday, February 9th at 3pm. Click here to register!

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BHM Waist Bead Workshop
Feb
6
1:00 PM13:00

BHM Waist Bead Workshop

Make your own waist beads! TCSA Vice President Campaigns & Equity, Alexx Bodden, will lead a Black History Month waist bead-making workshop teaching the history and culture behind the art of wearing waist beads. Through this workshop, students will gain knowledge of the process and what it means to be a waist beads jeweller.

Join us in the Freedom Lounge on Tuesday, February 6th, 2024 from 1pm to 3pm. All materials will be provided.

Registration is required by clicking here. Limited spots available.

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TCSA/ReFrame - Short Film Screening & Panel
Jan
27
12:30 PM12:30

TCSA/ReFrame - Short Film Screening & Panel

ReFrame Film Festival and the TCSA present: Short Film Screening & Panel Wshkiigmong Dibaajmownan Curve Lake First Nation Storytelling

When: Saturday, January 27th from 12:30pm - 2:45pm

Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte Street, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T8

Welcome to the 2024 ReFrame Film Festival! In collaboration with the Reframe Film Festival, the Trent Central Student Association welcomes Trent students to learn about the Curve Lake First Nation Community through storytelling centring Indigenous lived experience. The Wshkiigmong Dibaajmownan Curve Lake Storytelling project was launched by Dr. Nadine Changfoot, a professor of Political Studies at Trent, in a research partnership with the Curve Lake Health Centre, Curve Lake First Nation community members, and ReVision. The Anishnaabe filmmakers discuss powerful stories about their families, relations, upbringing, and lessons they have learned. This project weaves a profound journey of connection, identity, and love for the land and community.

This screening features short films by six diverse community members.

  • My Beginnings by Marilyn Knott

  • My Storytelling by Marg Knott

  • For the Little Girl who Dances from the South by Missy Knott

  • “The Rez” by Sarah Lewis

  • The Best of Both Worlds by Carol Taylor

  • Turtle Crossing by Jonathan Taylor

After the screening, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion with the filmmakers and learn more about their stories. The panel will be hosted by Dr. Nadine Changfoot and Alice Olsen Williams.

Please note there is limited registration as there are 50 tickets for Trent student attendees. In-person ticket pick-up at the TCSA Office. Pick-up details will be sent to registered attendees. Registration link: https://forms.gle/3M4nPj5gvSbXzcJm8

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Student Health & Disability Caucus
Jan
23
1:00 PM13:00

Student Health & Disability Caucus

Get ready to dive into some real talk at the TCSA’s Health & Disability Justice Caucus, lead by our very own Vice President Student Health & Wellness, Bri Policicchio!

This is not your typical gathering! Open to all Trent students and TCSA directors, this is the spot where the vibes are all about inclusivity and making change happen.

Join us on Tuesday January 23, 2024 from 1pm-2pm on Google Meet through this link for a laid-back yet impactful conversation where your voice truly matters. We'll also be digging into the TCSA student Experience Survey questions, so bring your thoughts and let's hash out some game-changing ideas together.

We want to hear your voice too! Don't miss out, and let's shake things up together!

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