From study spots and rec centres to live music, food festivals, and endless trails, Oshawa and Durham Region are packed with ways to explore, relax, and get involved. Dive into the arts, try new restaurants, or enjoy the outdoors – there is always something happening close to campus.

• Oshawa Culinary Compass - The official guide to the city’s best dining – where timeless favourites meet fresh new spots, ready to add some flavour and meet any dietary need.
• Oshawa Attractions Guide - The city’s ultimate playbook – packed with arts, sports, festivals, and outdoor adventures that make it easy to find fun year-round.
• Durham Discovery Guide - Discover Durham your way – grab a bite, hit the shops, explore museums and trails, or find a cozy spot for friends or family to stay and visit.
• Convergence Festival – Oshawa’s signature music and arts festival is ready to welcome you back each September with live music, craft sales, and immersive experiences – all free.
• Oshawa Generals - Catch Durham’s OHL hockey heroes lighting up the ice at the Tribute Communities Centre in downtown Oshawa - a can’t-miss night out all season long.
• Parks, Trails & Conservation Areas – A complete list of the best outdoor spaces found throughout Durham Region, from the shores of Lake Ontario to the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine.  
• Oshawa Centre - Just around the corner from campus, Durham’s largest shopping destination features 250+ stores, top brands, and a bustling food court –perfect for a little retail therapy or a quick study break. 

Whether you’re hopping on the bus with your U-Pass, catching a GO train to Toronto, biking the trails, or zipping across town on an e-scooter, getting around Durham is simple and flexible.

• Durham Region Transit (DRT) – Local bus service across Durham Region. All full-time students automatically receive DRT’s Universal Transit Pass.  
• DRT Specialized Services – Accessible transit services throughout Durham Region.  
• GO Transit – Bus and train services accessible across Durham Region, connecting you to the Greater Toronto Area and beyond to Niagara, Waterloo, Barrie, and Peterborough.
• VIA Rail – Canada’s national rail service with a station in Oshawa, serving destinations throughout Ontario and coast to coast.  
• Parking in Oshawa – Information about permits, street parking, and municipal lots throughout the community.  
• Cycling in Oshawa – The city has a growing active transportation network, with bike lanes and trails to help you quickly and safely navigate the community.  
• E-Scooter and E-Bike Program – You’ll find Bird mobility devices available for rent throughout Oshawa, ready for you to hop aboard and do some affordable exploring.  

As a Trent Durham student, you’re part of the Durham Region community with plenty of ways to stay connected, active, and supported beyond campus.

• Oshawa Public Libraries and Whitby Public Library – Quiet study spaces, in-depth research resources, and fun community events.
• Oshawa Recreation Facilities – As a student at Trent Durham, you receive automatic membership to all City of Oshawa recreation facilities, including fitness centres, swimming pools, and skating rinks.