Fostering inclusion and meaningful connections
The Intercultural Centre (IC) provides opportunities for all learners to take part in events, activities and workshops that foster respect, inclusion, creativity, teamwork and resilience, as part of Bow Valley College’s “Open Doors – Open Minds” strategy.
Visit us in room N322 of North Campus or reach out to us at intercultural@bowvalleycollege.ca.
The Intercultural Centre will be CLOSED on Friday April 12 and Wednesday April 17.
Intercultural Competence
We offer programming to support you in developing introductory skills in intercultural competence. Our events, activities and workshops focus on building self-awareness, learning new perspectives, and engaging with diversity.
Engaged Citizenship
Get involved at your campus and in your community! Whether it’s learning something new about your community through one of our presentations, or volunteering in the community, we provide opportunities for you to develop new skills, and have meaningful interactions.
Global Mindset
The Intercultural Centre’s programming encourages the College community to see itself as part of an interconnected world. Through our events, activities and workshops, we strive to develop thinking that is truly global.
Join the ICan Crew
The Intercultural Centre has many opportunities for volunteering such as Curiosity Champion, Teach Your Talent, MC in the IC, and more! Volunteering for these positions in the IC will help you build your confidence, develop an inclusive mindset, and act as a great addition when applying for awards, scholarships, and other schools. Read on to learn more about each volunteer opportunity.
Curiosity Champion
Curiosity Champions greet learners who visit the Intercultural Centre. They provide tours of the current Discovery Hub exhibit and answer general questions about what the Intercultural Centre offers. Curiosity Champions also assist with various research projects the Intercultural Centre is working on.
Generosity Ambassador
Generosity Ambassadors help maintain the Second Chances Free Store by sorting donations and keeping the store clean. They create a welcoming and inclusive environment while ensuring store policies are respected.
The hours for the Second Chances Free Store are Monday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Language 101
This is a student-led series where you can introduce and teach basic words and phrases in a language you are fluent in. We provide support and coaching for anyone who would like to teach a workshop!
Showcase Co-Creator
The IC Showcase is a mini display on the 3rd floor of North Campus. The purpose of the showcase is to feature topics relating to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This can range from different types of diversity to social justice issues. The time commitment and workload for this opportunity can be adjusted upon request.
Teach Your Talent
Teach Your Talent is a learner-led event where you are given the opportunity to share a skill you are passionate about with you fellow peers. Learners in the past have taught art, karate, cultural dances, calligraphy, and more!
MC in the IC
MC in the IC is an opportunity for learners who would like to practice their public speaking in a safe environment. This volunteer opportunity allows learners to take small steps towards achieving the comfortability to speak to larger groups.
To get involved:
Second Chances Free Store
Come visit our Second Chances Free Store at the Intercultural Centre! Please bring your own bags as well will not be providing any.
If you would like to donate some pre-loved items, please see our list below for what items we will accept and what we will not. If an item is larger than a bag or would be difficult for someone to carry on transit, we will not accept the item. If you are unsure or have any questions, please feel free to email intercultural@bowvalleycollege.ca for more information.
We request that donations be clean and in good condition.
Accepted:
- Reusable bags
- Clothing items (shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, clean bras, etc.)
- Shoes
- Houseware (mugs, plates, cups, etc.)
- Accessories (no hair accessories, hats, or earrings)
- School Supplies (empty binders, pens, etc.)
- Bags, purses, backpacks
- Umbrellas
- Unused, sealed and packaged: toothbrushes and toothpaste
Not Accepted:
- Undergarments (socks, underwear)
- Bathing Suits
- Electronics
- Appliances
- Bedding, blankets
- Hats
- Hair Accessories
- Toiletries
- anything that would be difficult to take on transit or walk with.
Upcoming in the IC
Discovery Hub: TBA
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday May 13: INTERCULTURAL CENTRE IS CLOSED
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday May 14: Welcome Day & Breakfast Club!
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Want to engage with the Intercultural Centre but not sure how or what we offer? Come visit us on our Welcome Day for breakfast in the morning and popcorn in the afternoon!
Learn about what we have to offer and how to get involved.
Wednesday May 15: EDI Series: Bias | IN PERSON
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday May 16: EDI Series: Bias | ONLINE
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday May 20: COLLEGE IS CLOSED FOR THE STATUTORY HOLIDAY
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday May 24: INTERCULTURAL CENTRE IS CLOSED
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday May 27: English Language Learners, EDI Lunch
Tuesday May 28: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Discovery Hub: TBA
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 11: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Wednesday June 12: EDI Series: Gender Diversity | IN PERSON
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday June 13: EDI Series: Gender Diversity | ONLINE
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday June 24: English Language Learners, EDI Lunch
Tuesday June 25: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Friday June 28: INTERCULTURAL CENTRE IS CLOSED
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Discovery Hub: TBA
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday July 1: COLLEGE IS CLOSED FOR STATUTORY HOLIDAY
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday July 9: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Tuesday July 23: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Friday July 26: INTERCULTURAL CENTRE IS CLOSED
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday July 29: English Language Learners, EDI Lunch
Discovery Hub: TBA
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday June 11: Breakfast Club
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Wednesday June 12: EDI Series: Gender Diversity | IN PERSON
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday June 13: EDI Series: Gender Diversity | ONLINE
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday June 24: English Language Learners, EDI Lunch
Tuesday June 25: Breakfast Club
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Picture this: a cozy corner filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the crunch of granola bars, the sweetness of fruit bars, and the nutty goodness of assorted nuts. Join us for a delightful start to your day, engage in camaraderie and conversations that will leave you feeling empowered and connected. ☕🌞
Friday June 28: INTERCULTURAL CENTRE IS CLOSED
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Intercultural Centre Events
Teach Your Talent: Learner led workshops
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Interactions with the Intercultural Centre in the Winter 2024 term
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Active ICan Crew volunteers
IC Learner Insights: Share ideas with your peers
"I find that volunteering is important to help grow as a person. I started because I needed a change. It has helped me to step outside of my comfort zone."
Intercultural Centre
Bow Valley College
North Campus, Room N322
345 - 6 Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
T2G 4V1
Monday to Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
intercultural@bowvalleycollege.ca
