Bell Let's Talk Day

Bell Let鈥檚 Talk Day is Wednesday, January 24. Since 2011, Canadians and people around the globe have joined in the world鈥檚 largest conversation around mental health on Bell Let鈥檚 Talk Day. Together, steps have been taken to reduce the stigma around mental health issues, inspire one another to take action, and help create a Canada where everyone can access the mental health support they need. But it is clear more needs to be done. Real change is needed.

Let鈥檚 create real change. Take action all year long.

PEI Cleantech Innovative Collaborations

The PEI Cleantech Academy, in collaboration with the Government of PEI, Holland College, 69传媒, and Springboard Atlantic, is hosting the inaugural PEI Cleantech Innovative Collaborations event on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Delta Prince Edward hotel from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. The event will start with a light lunch, followed by presentations throughout the afternoon from individuals and organizations partnering on innovative cleantech projects or initiatives on PEI.

Stitch&Switch Sustainable Clothing Workshop

Discover sustainable fashion at Stitch&Switch, a hands-on workshop where participants learn clothing mending and upcycling techniques. The event promotes eco-conscious practices, fostering a community of like-minded individuals committed to mindful consumption and contributing to a greener wardrobe.

Join us on February 8 from 5:30--7:00 pm at UPEI鈥檚 Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering for a transformative experience in sustainable style. Limited sewing supplies and pizza will be available!

69传媒Panthers land guard Chloe Collin for 2024 season

In sports, stories of late bloomers turning heads are rare finds. Chloe Collin is one of those rare finds鈥攁n athlete who has moved from the dance floor to the basketball court, culminating in her commitment to the 69传媒Women鈥檚 Basketball Panthers for the 2024 season.

It all started in Grade 6 when Collin, a passionate dancer at the time, received life-changing advice from a perceptive teacher. 鈥淵our height could be used for more than just dance,鈥 the teacher said, unknowingly setting a chain of events that would alter Collin鈥檚 destiny.

Meet the Dean and Meet the Artist

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) and the 69传媒 are hosting an event to meet Dr. Dominique Griffon, the newly appointed Dean of the AVC, on January 29, 2024, from 12:30鈥1:30 pm.

This event will also celebrate Lorne Julien, the visionary Mi鈥檏maq artist and creator of the mural displayed in The McCain Foundation Learning Commons at AVC.

 

Island Lecture Series and Book Launch: The Bridge Effect

Presented by the Institute of Island Studies at UPEI, the Island Lecture Series will celebrate the launch of The Bridge Effect: Critical Reflections in the Age of Technological Solutionism, co-edited by Drs. Laurie Brinklow and Andrew Jennings. This event will feature a discussion of the effect of bridges鈥攂e they physical or digital鈥攐n island life and culture. The lecture and launch will be held from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Faculty Lounge, SDU Main Building, UPEI.