Engage with us

We want you to be a part of our university community and are committed to welcoming you to our campus. We offer virtual and in-person events that allow to get to know students, meet our world-class researchers, and visit some of our unique facilities. There are always opportunities to visit our campus and experience what our students, faculty, and staff do every day!

Below are some examples of ways you can experience being a member of our Ontario Tech community: 

Are you an active older adult living in Durham Region?

Kinesiology students from Ontario Tech University want to learn about your current activity levels and your favourite activities.

Sign up for our Adopt-a-grand-student program and help us break the stereotypes around aging!

Be a part of the Ridgeback family by either attending live sporting events or participating in sports on campus. We encourage you to explore the Ridgebacks varsity website to see when our student-athletes are playing, attend a sporting event and show your support!

There are many health and recreation opportunities at our campus, including the gym, indoor track, and arena. Please visit the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre website for more details. 

We also have a Senior Ridgebacks committee aimed at facilitating sport and recreation opportunities on campus and in the community. If you are or know of an older adult interested in starting up a sports group, please reach out. We would be happy to provide space and students to assist!

Are you game? Join the Age-Friendly University Committee for its next student-senior Board Game Bonanza event!

Date: TBD

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If you're over the age of 65 and live in Durham Region, you may be eligible to participate in a research study.

Email agefriendly@ontariotechu.ca for more information!