St John's College

Jumpstart

SJCSA is ready to kick-off the academic term with our annual event, Jumpstart! Join new and returning members for an evening of delicious food, fun outdoor games, and great prizes. It's an unforgettable night you won't want to miss!

Date: September 5th, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 6:00pm
Location: Daily Bread Café and SJC Quad

St. Paul's x St John's BBQ

St Paul's College and St John's College bring friends together for great food, friendly competition, and loads of fun as we kick off the academic year.

Date: TBD
Location: Daily Bread Café Patio

Matriculation

Are you a new member? Our annual Matriculation ceremony marks the official start of your journey as a Johnian! During this tradition, students sign the matricula, meet College staff and fellows, and of course, enjoy some tasty snacks. 

Date: September 15th, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm
Location: St John's Chapel

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UM Homecoming

We will be hosting a tent at the UM Block Party featuring games, prizes, memorabilia, a photo booth and snacks! Everyone is welcome to attend and learn more about the College or reminisce on your time with us.

Date: September 20th, 2025
Time: 12:00PM - 5:00PM
Location: Princess Auto Stadium 

Poetry Workshop on Vocation, Work and Climate

Join Melanie Dennis Unrau for a poetry workshop that explores the theme of labour and vocation in the time of climate emergency. Melanie will bring examples of work-and-climate poems to share, along with prompts and support to help you write your own poem on the theme. This workshop is open to everyone. No poetry experience necessary.

Date: September 25th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: St Matthew's Anglican Church

Alongside Hope Mapping Exercise

Hosted by Donna Joy, Elizabeth Bonnet, and Vince Solomon, the "Mapping the Ground We Stand On" workshop explores Indigenous presence and Settler arrival on the map of Turtle Island/Canada. 

Date: September 30th, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30PM
Location: Cross Common Room 

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