Chili Chill Out - Department Fair

Event Date: 
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
The Agora
Event Contact E-mail: 

As we return back to campus, what better way to kick off the new semester than getting familiar with the various departments and student supports on campus while enjoying a FREE bowl of chili!

Join us in the Agora on Tuesday January 6 between 11:00am and 2:00pm for a Chili Chill Out Department Fair!

Winter Fest

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 11:30am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Rotary Place Arena (100 University Ave, Orillia) & Simcoe Hall (500 University Ave, Orillia)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

During Thrive Week, you’re invited to enjoy a free skate at Rotary Place! Hot cocoa will be provided, and skates are available to borrow while sizes last. If skating isn’t your thing, stop by Simcoe Hall for more winter-themed treats and games! This is a great way to beat the winter blues, get active, connect with others, and embrace the fun side of winter, supporting your overall well-being and helping you thrive through the colder months.

Winter Student Baker & Maker Market

Event Date: 
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall (500 University Ave, Orillia)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you a student creator? Join the Student Maker Market as a vendor and showcase your unique handmade goods!

Not selling? Come support your fellow students, discover one-of-a-kind items, and connect with the creative community on campus.

All students who attend and explore the market will be entered into a prize draw for a bundle featuring a special item from each vendor!

Winter Community Fair

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall (500 University Ave, Orillia)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

We will have a variety of community organizations on campus for you to explore—many of which you might encounter and utilize during your time as a student but may not yet know are available to you. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the services they offer, ask questions, and discover how the broader community beyond Lakehead can support you throughout your time in school. 

All students who attend can enter into our prize draw for an amazing community-themed bundle featuring items like a vinyl record from Alleycats, a Mariposa Market gift basket, Cards & Coasters ramen bowl, DWN Craft Chocolatier “Chillin Mix,” divided lunch containers and tea infuser from The Kitchen Shop, and a Poppies Bagel Co. T-shirt!

Wolfie's Winter Welcome (Barrie)

Event Date: 
Monday, January 5, 2026 - 9:00am to 10:00am EST
Event Location: 
Barrie Campus (1 Georgian Dr, Barrie)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for a fun Welcome Back Celebration!
Enjoy free treats and prizes as we kick off the new term together!

What’s Happening:
• Free cinnamon buns for the class 
• An epic prize draw
• Free resources from your student services 
• Orientation kits 

Wolfie's Winter Welcome (Heritage Place)

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 10:00am to 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Heritage Place (1 Colborne St W, Orillia)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for a fun Welcome Back Celebration!
Enjoy free treats, games, prizes, and a warm campus atmosphere as we kick off the new term together!

What’s Happening:
• Free s'mores & the chance to learn about leadership opportunities 
• Coffee & hot cocoa station 
• Plinko trivia 
• BIGGEST PRIZE EVER!
• Other cool prizes like The Ultimate Teacher Kit
• Free resources from your student services 
• Orientation kits 

ORILLIA: Winter Chill Out Student Appreciation Day!

Event Date: 
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Orillia: Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for our Winter Chill Out student appreciation event! 

Activities happening on campus: 

  • Fun themed Prizes 

  • Quiz Challenge Plinko- Simcoe Hall across from the kiosk

  • Winter Chill Olympics - Simcoe Hall across from the kiosk

  • Winter Wonderland Photobooth- Simcoe Hall across from the kiosk

  • Hot Chocolate & Cookies

  • Winter Chill Out Soup Station

And more!!

 

ORILLIA: Halloween Student Appreciation Day!

Event Date: 
Thursday, October 30, 2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orillia
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for our Halloween Student Appreciation Event!

Be sure to wear your best costume and participate in a series of engaging and fun activities with lots of candy and prizes to be won!

 

Activities happening on campus: 

Alumni Commons 

  • Breakfast from 9-11am

Simcoe Hall

  • Halloween crafts 
  • Awesome Halloween themed prizes
  • Games & Trivia
  • Treats and snacks 
  • DIY Trick or Treat candy bags 

And more!!

 

ORILLIA HERITAGE PLACE: Halloween Student Appreciation Day!

Event Date: 
Friday, October 31, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orillia
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for our Halloween Student Appreciation Event!

Be sure to wear your best costume and participate in a series of engaging and fun activities with lots of candy and prizes to be won!

Activities happening on campus: 

  • Awesome Halloween themed prizes
  • Games & Trivia
  • Coffee & Chocolate
  • DIY Trick or Treat candy bags 

And more!!

 

Student Maker Market

Event Date: 
Thursday, October 2, 2025 - 10:30am to 2:30pm EDT
Event Location: 
Orsi Family Learning Commons (Simcoe Hall)
Event Contact Name: 
Madison Larochelle
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you a student creator? Join the Student Maker Market as a vendor and showcase your unique handmade goods! Not selling? Come support your fellow students, discover one-of-a-kind items, and connect with the creative community on campus.

Please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM to submit a request to be a student vendor! 

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