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Algonquin College joins the Bell Let’s Talk Conversation

Bell Let's TalkJoin the conversation on mental health, and pick up some free Bell Let’s Talk swag.

Remember to post on social media with the #BellLetsTalk hashtag!

Bell Let’s Talk Photobooths will be available on Algonquin College’s Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke campuses.

Q: What is the goal of the Bell Let’s Talk Photobooths?

A: The photobooths will feature Bell Let’s Talk empty speech bubbles in which students to write a personal message about Mental Health. Students can write their own message or answer questions and prompts provided by the volunteer running the booth (Examples: What does mental health mean to you? What words of encouragement would you offer for those struggling with their mental health?)

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Data Privacy Day – January 28

Data Privacy Day is held every Jan.28 across the world, to bring awareness about the importance of protecting personal information.

As a student at this college it is your responsibility to protect your personal information. By learning and practicing some simple tips on how to do so, it helps build our culture of respecting privacy, enabling digital trust. Continue reading

Algonquin College’s new Indigenous spaces

NawaponEarlier this month, Algonquin College announced the names of the new Indigenous spaces that can be found around campus: Nawapon, The Lodge, Ishkodewan, Pìdàban, and the Kejeyàdizidjigwogaming. While these names may be unfamiliar now, their meanings are deeply rooted in Indigenous culture and teachings. Below are the meaning behind these new spaces at Algonquin College: Continue reading