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Schedule
*The goose emoji (🪿) indicates events at which points can be won for the Wild Goose Chase.
Residence Move-in
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Didn't get a chance to move in on Friday? Don't worry, take the morning to move in or continue to get settled in your new room!
Drop-in Smudge and Meet & Greet with Indigenous Education and Cultural Services
Noon to 1 p.m.
Mukwa's Den (SHA 217)
First Nation, Inuit and Métis students are invited to start your day with a smudge and meet the Indigenous Education and Cultural Services team prior to check-in.
Check-in
12:30 p.m.

Polonsky Commons

Orientation has arrived! Please ensure you arrive on time to check-in, get your free Ontario Tech Faculty T-shirt and swag bag, a snack and meet your senior leaders and orientation leaders. If you arrive early enough, they can teach you your Faculty chant! *Check-in confirmation must be shown to get your swag
Opening Ceremonies
1:15 to 2 p.m.

Polonsky Commons

Join us as we officially kick off the start of Orientation weekend with some fantastic performances, the faculty chant competition, and a chance to meet the President and Provost. All of your new friends will be wearing their Faculty t-shirts so be sure to get here on time.
Group of upper peer leader student holding a cutout sign that says "FBIT"
Wild Goose Chase Kick Off 🪿
2 to 5 p.m.
Get a head start on creating your faculty chant or spell. This is also a great chance for you to meet upper year students and senior leaders.

Chant locations

Faculty
Location
FBIT
Gyms 1 & 2
FEAS
Gyms 3, 4 & 5
FHSc
UB 2080
FSSH/FEd
SHA 133
FSc
UA 1350
OTSU life-size games and Esports Arena
2 to 5 p.m.

SHA Atrium

Join the OTSU for a variety of fun games! Enjoy board games, lawn games, and gaming consoles — who’s up for a friendly Mario Kart competition? Also, check out our Esports Arena on campus. Whether you’re an avid gamer or just curious, come see what we have to offer.
Bubble Soccer
2 to 5 p.m.

Vaso's Field

Get inside giant inflatable bubbles and play an action packed game of soccer!
Windtunnel Activities
2 to 5 p.m.

ACE

Explore Ontario Tech's ACE, a top-tier research facility where you’ll dive into cutting-edge engineering. During orientation, experience our advanced testing environments, from extreme heat to Arctic cold, with wind speeds up to 280 km/h. Get hands-on with our Hemi-Anechoic Chamber, Multi-Axis Shaker Table, and more.
Inflatable Obstacle Course 🪿
3 to 5 p.m.
Polonsky Commons
Suit up in hilarious inflatable costumes and race through an exciting obstacle course. It’s a fun and unique way to challenge yourself, make new friends, and enjoy a memorable part of orientation weekend!
Wellness Walk
4 to 4:30 p.m.
Join the Department of Athletics for a Wellness Walks! This adventure is a great way to boost your physical and mental health during your busy orientation schedule and throughout the school year. Uplift your mood, reduce stress, and connect with your campus community. Meet out the front doors of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre (CRWC) to join.
Ridgeback Spirit
4 to 6 p.m.
Join us in Gym 3,4 and 5 for some friendly games including badminton, pickleball, axe throwing, bean bag toss, ping pong and more. Don’t miss your chance to win the 3-Point Basketball Contest too!
Dinner
4 to 6 p.m.

Hunter's Kitchen

Join us for a delicious dinner at Hunter’s Kitchen! All students are invited to enjoy a complimentary meal at Hunter’s Kitchen, located in the UB building. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, mingle with fellow students, and enjoy a tasty meal.
Hypnotist
4:45 to 6 p.m.

Polonsky Commons

Be mesmerized at our Hypnotist Show! Watch as a talented hypnotist performs mind-bending tricks and engages the audience in unforgettable experiences. You won't want to miss this captivating event!

Evening Socials 6 to 11 p.m.

Activity
Location
4D Movie- Twister
ACE - Climatic Wind Tunnel **Closed-toe shoes required
Ontario Tech Board Games
Shawenjigewining Hall, Room 133
Tabahon
Polonksy Commons
Drag Show
6 to 8 p.m.

Polonsky Commons

What’s a better way to start a dance party than with a Drag Show from seven queens and one king? The event kicks off with the VS. Ultimate Lip Sync Showdown, featuring drag artists in high-energy lip sync battles. Members can team up with eliminated contestants, get drag makeovers, and compete for the title of OTU Lip Sync Assassin!
Dance Party
8 to 11 p.m.

Polonsky Commons

Following the Drag Show, students can join a dance party in the middle of the Ontario Tech campus with DJ Frisco!