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Like this photo of the Northern Lights taken last night in Timmins Ontario, UitC welcomes ideas that are expansive and illuminating.
Join us on Jan. 28!

#UitC #WinterSemester2026
January 25, 2026 at 1:25 AM
We wrapped up the Fall semester with an in-person UitC meetup 🍂 It was a great opportunity to connect offline, reflect on the past term, and have thoughtful, engaging conversations. Thank you to everyone who joined us — we look forward to what’s next.

#UitC #FallSemester2025 #Toronto
December 19, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Tomorrow, Canadian labour activist David Kidd tallies battles won and lost. In 1981, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers won 17 weeks of paid maternity leave @ 93% of full wages, setting a new standard for parental benefits in Canada. KAPOW!

Photo credit: Jim Russel, July 3, 1981, Toronto Star.
November 18, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Honoured to have Laura Katzman, brilliant curator of 'Ben Shahn: On Nonconformity' at #UitC tomorrow!

#LauraKatzman #BenShahn #FallSemester2025
November 11, 2025 at 10:20 PM
There is hope in the company of Doris McCarthy's art.
'Early Spring, Fool's Paradise.' Doris McCarthy Gallery, Scarborough College, University of Toronto

#UitC #UofT #Fool'sParadise
November 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
2025 Booker prize nominee, Kiran Desai, will be speaking at the Toronto International Festival of Authors tomorrow.. and guess what? UitC's got tickets!

#TIFA #TorontoArtsCouncil #UitC
October 28, 2025 at 7:50 PM
It's not too late to join our class today with Ken Dion. As project director for Port Lands integration, Ken was a key member of the 125 hectare, billion-dollar-plus Port Lands Flood Protection Project, a monumental feat of civil engineering that restored the Don River to its original course.

#UitC
October 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Today at 5: 30 pm, author Channon Oyeniran talks about Toronto's first Black deputy mayor, William Peyton Hubbard, AKA Cicero! @obhs_on

#BlackHistory #ChannonOyeniran
October 15, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Tomorrow our guest speaker will be specialist in Black history in Canada, Channon Oyeniran.

She will talk to us about two outstanding figures, whose lives were foundational to Black history in Canada, and about whom most people know very little to nothing, Josiah Henson and William Peyton Hubbard
October 14, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Tomorrow is the day we meet in person at the Ivey Library! The reason couldn’t be better — we’re in for a treat as poet, novelist, historian, and poet laureate Olive Senior shares about her life, the bridges her writing builds, and her latest book, Paradise Once.
#UitC #OliveSenior #ParadiseOnce
October 8, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Listen and imagine yourself here.

Then join our #UitC conversation with Mark Peck tomorrow at 5.30 pm via Zoom

#UitCFall2025 #MarkPeck #ornithologist #ROM
September 30, 2025 at 10:07 PM
The Fall semester is starting tomorrow, and it's not yet late to register!🐌

For brilliant ornithologist Dr. Mark Peck, citizen science is a force for good.🦆🦅 Join us for some uplifting down time with Mark on October 1st!
September 24, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Our annual UitC picnic was full of laughter and great conversation, we didn't even miss sunshine! 🌞💬

Thanks to everyone who came, shared a meal, and made it special. Here's to community, connection, and joy! 🌳🍽️

#UitC #AnnualPicnic #CommunityMatters
June 6, 2025 at 9:31 PM
UofT's (!) Jason Stanley defines the value of tolerance in liberal democracy.

Installation artists Ilya & Emilia Kabakov envision The Ship of Tolerance as a floating vessel with sails powered by the spirit of children.

@jasonstanley.bsky.social @bostonreview.bsky.social www.oakvillegalleries.com
May 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
🌱Ready to stretch your mind?

This Wednesday in our Spring Philosophy Program:
Does nature have value beyond what it provides humans?

Join us as we explore big ideas and rethink our place in the natural world. Register at universityinthecommunity.ca 💬

#UitC #PhilosophyTalks #SpringProgram #Think
May 13, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Another week, another great philosophy discussion ahead! 🧠✨

Join us this Wednesday on ZOOM for more big questions, deep thinking, and thoughtful conversation with Daniel, Zach, and our #UitC community. To register, write to:
[email protected] 🌍💬
#PhilosophyTalks #UitCSpringProgram
May 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
🌼 Our Spring Philosophy Program starts TODAY – and it’s your last chance to join via Zoom! 🧠✨

Led by two brilliant young profs, this course explores deep questions about the world we live in.

👉 Visit universityinthecommunity.ca now to sign up!

#UitC #PhilosophyCourse #SpringProgram #LastChance
April 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM
📚 We’re counting the days! Our Spring program with Daniel and Zach starts Wednesday, April 30! ⏳🎉

Now in their 4th year with UitC, these brilliant young profs bring sharp insight into global politics, conflict, and change.

Don’t miss it! 🌍💬

#UitC #SpringProgram #PeaceAndPolitics
April 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Socrates asked 'How shall we best live our lives?'

If you know the 'Q' but are still searching for the 'A', why not join our weekly conversation?

Wed. April 30 - May 21st, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Zoom.

Guided by exceptional professors Daniel Munro and Zachary Weinstein, let's explore together!
April 27, 2025 at 12:56 PM
How do we come to value something ... or not?

Let's figure it out together!
4 Wednesdays from 5:30 6:30 pm on Zoom starting April 30th. FREE.

Get in touch with us! universityinthecommunity.ca
April 25, 2025 at 8:33 PM
🌟 Hello, Bluesky! 🌟

We’re UitC—an inclusive learning community, now in your feed!🎓

Expect inspiring speakers, thought-provoking topics, and a whole lot of heart.💬💙

Follow us for updates, events, and conversations that matter. We’re so glad to be here!

#UitC #LifelongLearning #EducationForAll
April 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM