Mosaics are an art form that long predate our contemporary "pixelated" world. This four-hour session will begin with a short talk about remarkable mosaics from ancient to contemporary times and about the materials, tools and techniques. Then roll up your sleeves to make a stunning geometric or abstracted artwork with guidance from and assistance of the workshop leader. You will leave with a handcrafted memento to adorn your home and newfound skills to create more!

This workshop is suitable for beginner and advanced DIYers. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring one or more decorative designs, patterns, or photographs that inspire them.

For over 25 years, Josh Heuman has developed a wide array of public programs for audiences of all ages. Heuman has planned and led numerous hands-on workshops in addition to public speaking about historical and contemporary art, organizing exhibitions, and serving as juror for art competitions and exhibitions. He works currently as Head of Artistic Engagement at Koffler Arts (Toronto), and previously held positions in education, exhibitions, and administration at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (Toronto) as well as art museums in the USA. He earned a BA in Visual Art and MA in Art History at York University (Toronto).

When:
Saturday, March 28, 2026
1-4pm * (potential to stay later if required to complete)

Where:
Lakehead University, Orillia Campus, 500 University Avenue
Simcoe Hall

$50 per ticket

REGISTER HERE: https://ec.lakeheadu.ca/cell/make-a-mosaic

The Encounters in Bioethics Program is an essential part of the Centre for Health Care Ethics’ mission to foster high-quality, ethical health care through research, education, and capacity building. This lecture is one in the program. 

Encounters in Bioethics 2025-2026 offers a free webinar "Confronting Racism in Health Care" on Thursday, March 26, 2026, 12:00-1:00 pm (ET).

Presenter:
Danielle Gibbs Koenitzer, RN, MBA, MScN, CHE, Clinical Nurse Educator, London Health Sciences Centre; Nursing Professor, Fanshawe College, London, Ontario.  

Connect via Zoom: https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/j/95191615989

Certificate of Attendance available upon request to chce@lakeheadu.ca

Also... Save the Dates for these Thursday sessions, 12-1 pm (ET) on Zoom:
April 23, 2026
May 21, 2026

The next President’s Public Lecture Series explores how advances in ultra‑sensitive, organ‑targeted Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging are transforming the way breast cancer is detected in women at high risk of developing the disease. 
In this lecture, Dr. Alla Reznik will trace the development of a breast‑dedicated PET imaging technology, from fundamental solid‑state physics and detector design in the laboratory to patient‑centred clinical translation, culminating in an FDA‑ and Health Canada–approved, commercially available PET scanner now used in cancer care.

REGISTER TO ATTEND: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKy84bjq6Y0mRpTKDcdpur65EvWNCi...

This event will also be live streamed.

REGISTER TO ATTEND: https://ec.lakeheadu.ca/alumni-events/vancouver/

The WCL (Wrestling Canada Lutte) USPORTS Invitational Championships are a national-level wrestling event that brings together top student-athletes from across Canada to compete at the highest level of USPORTS wrestling.
As a highlight of the competitive season, the championships offer an opportunity to showcase elite Canadian wrestling while engaging a passionate local community. The event is designed to deliver a memorable, professional experience for athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators, while promoting excellence in Canadian wrestling.

Both days will also be streamed on CBC Gem.

To purchase a weekend pass, visit: https://luathletics.lakeheadu.ca/GuestPass/GetProducts

Join us as we celebrate Lakehead's 21st Annual Research & Innovation Week with greetings from local dignitaries. This will be followed by our President's Public Lecture Series talk by Dr. Sarah Olutola, Associate Professor and a member of the Royal Society of Canada, "Talking About Racism During Turbulent Times". 

Dr. Olutola will lead a frank discussion about how the current political climate necessitates a re-examination of how we think about racism and what we can do about it. Presented in partnership with #ITSTARTS and Research & Innovation Week, this event underscores our shared commitment to advancing dialogue, scholarship, and tangible change.

Dr. Sarah Olutola is a public writer, novelist, and academic. As an Associate Professor and a member of the Royal Society of Canada, her current research concerns Black literature and Black popular media. As a public intellectual, she has written for publications such as The Walrus, CBC, and The Washington Post.

REGISTER NOW: 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKy84bjq6Y0mRpTKDcdpur65EvWNCi...

In celebration of Black History Month, Lakehead University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to join us for a special presentation, headlined by CBC’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud.

This public event will feature a fireside chat between Elamin Abdelmahmoud, host of CBC’s daily arts, entertainment, and pop culture show Commotion, and Lakehead Chancellor Dr. Rita Shelton Deverell.

Grounded in the theme "Black Identity in Canada and What It Means for Young People in an Ever-Radicalized World", the conversation will explore how culture, media, and storytelling shape identity, challenge stereotypes, and influence how young people see themselves and their futures.

Elamin will reflect on his experience as a newcomer to Canada, having immigrated from Sudan at age 12, and on his work in media and cultural commentary. Together, the speakers will consider the responsibility of representation and the evolving role of Black voices in Canadian public life.

This special Black History Month presentation celebrates Lakehead University’s and Thunder Bay’s fast-growing Black community and offers an opportunity to come together for a month of recognition, celebration, reflection, and meaningful conversation.

The event will also be livestreamed.

TO REGISTER:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchJzz5Lj2r9LX1_SfILK-vBFOZGSKH...

Speak with local experts to learn how to use solar photovoltaics in your home!

• Learn about the basics of solar technology
• Explore the Canadian energy rebates
• Speak with local residents who have installed solar photovoltaics
• Visit service provider booths to learn more about the solar supports that they provide

February 24, 2026
6-8 p.m.
Moose Hall - 343 Fort William Road, Thunder Bay, ON
No RSVP required

Co-Hosted by Lakehead University's Office of Sustainability and the City of Thunder Bay, as part of Research and Innovation Week 2026!