Engagement Week (Reading Week) is
March 2 – 8
What is Engagement Week?
Engagement Week serves as a component of Centennial’s ongoing commitment to supporting student success. Engagement Week (Reading Week) offers students an opportunity to participate in virtual and in-person events that include personal development sessions, skill building programs and social gatherings. We invite you to take this week to do what you need to recharge, catch up, reconnect or take a break!
What can we expect from Engagement Week?
For the Winter 2026 Engagement Week, there will be both indoor and outdoor activities that allow you to take full advantage of the winter time in Toronto and the surrounding area. Please check the Engagement Week page for updates about events and registrations.
Events and activities happening during engagement include:
Date:Monday, March 2, 2026
Cost: Free for all full-time registered students, 50% off for family and friends.
Registration: Purchase Ticket through myCard
Kick off the week with something wild! Join Transitions and Student Life for a fun day at the Toronto Zoo. Your free weekday admission membership will be activated and sent to your myCentennial email in advance. If you haven’t activated your membership yet, please register for it now. On March 2, simply arrive at the zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd, Toronto, ON M1B 5K7) and present your digital membership at the front gate. Please bring your myCard, as it’s required to confirm your ticket. Staff will be on-site to assist with membership activation if needed.
This offer is available to registered full-time Centennial College students. Your membership will be valid until April 30, 2026 and linked to your myCentennial email. Friends and family are welcome to join and can receive 50% off admission using promo code 50centennial. Purchase their tickets at the official Toronto Zoo website.
Come meet other Centennial students, make new friends, and explore one of Canada’s most iconic attractions! For questions or concerns, please contact SCE@centennialcollege.ca.
Date:Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Cost:$18.00 – purchase on MyCard website (Add Funds > Available Events)
Dive into Tuesday, no snorkel required! Join Transitions and Student Life for a visit to Ripley’s Aquarium. Please arrive at the front entrance (288 Bremner Blvd., Toronto) at 9:30 AM. Bring your myCard, as it’s required for entry, and check in with Student Life staff to receive your ticket.
Come meet fellow Centennial students, make new friends, and explore the underwater world! Please plan ahead for lunch, you’re welcome to bring your own or purchase food on-site.
Optional Add-On: Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) offers free admission on Tuesdays for full-time post-secondary students in Canada (permanent galleries only). Just present your student ID at the admissions desk, valid all day.
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 – purchase on MyCard website (Add Funds > Available Events)
Midweek mini adventure, travel across Canada in an afternoon! Join Transitions and Student Life for a visit to Little Canada. Please arrive at the front entrance (10 Dundas St E., Toronto) at 1:00 PM. Bring your myCard, as it’s required for entry, and check in with Student Life staff to receive your ticket.
Come meet other Centennial students, make new friends, and discover Canada in miniature! Please email SCE@centennialcollege.ca if you have any questions!
Dates: Thursday, March 5, 2026 and Friday, March 6, 2026
Website: Please check out the City SightSeeing Toronto website for more information.
Cost: $40 with Direct Purchase Coupon Code CENTENNIAL (Please select student regular ticket and bring your myCard)
Join City Sightseeing Niagara for a full-day tour of the Niagara region! Highlights include:
- A fun, friendly live guide on board
- Plenty of free time at Niagara Falls
- Free time in Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Winery visit with complimentary wine tasting
- Morning pickup from central downtown hotels
Special Centennial Offer: Regular price $87.61 CAD, now just $40 for Centennial students on March 5 and 6 with promo code CENTENNIAL.
Dates: Engagement Week
Website: Please check out the City SightSeeing Toronto website for more information.
Cost: $10 with Direct Purchase Coupon Code CENTENNIAL (Please select student regular ticket and bring your myCard)
Explore Toronto on a hop-on, hop-off double-decker bus with this special student offer! Includes:
- 24-hour access to Toronto’s most comprehensive sightseeing tour
- Unbeatable bus frequency
- Join at any stop along the route
- Hop on and off at 13 great stops
- Discounted attraction tickets
- Multilingual commentary
- Fun, informative live guides and excellent customer support
Special Centennial Offer: Regular price $58.41 CAD, now just $10 for Centennial students with promo code CENTENNIALTO.
More event details and links to registration will come out soon. Stay tuned!
Questions?
Get in touch with us by completing the Centennial Access to Student Services (CASS) Request Form.