George Brown College Spring Open House 2024
This is your chance to check out your future campus! You can tour classrooms and specialized labs, speak with faculty, college staff and current students. Discover your passion and how to make it your future at George Brown College.
Why attend the Open House?
Simply put, it's a great opportunity to get to know the college and have your questions answered.
Whether you're thinking about applying to George Brown, have applied already or have received an offer of admissions, all are welcome. And if you'd like to start your application on the spot – we have dedicated admissions reps on site to help. If you start your application on site with us, the OCAS application fee will be waived.
Join us on Saturday, April 13 to see how our college can help you meet your academic and career goals.
Take a campus tour to see our state-of-the art labs, speak to faculty and current students or take a peek into residence life at The George.
Visit the Student Success Fair and meet staff dedicated to making your time as a student the best experience possible. Learn more about services we offer including Admissions, Financial Aid, Accessible Learning, Athletics, Student Life & Clubs, and much more.
Did we mention we have giveaways and treats? Don’t miss out, register today using the form on this page.
We look forward to seeing you on campus!
Did you hear about our tuition contest?
We’re offering an opportunity to win a $5,000 tuition credit!* To be eligible for the draw, you must:
- Register and attend the Open House on Saturday, April 13, 2024
- Be enrolled at George Brown College by September 9, 2024
Things to remember for Saturday
To ensure a seamless on-site experience for you and your guests, please bring your registration confirmation with QR code for check-in. You can access this through email or the Eventbrite app. Be sure to check-in upon arrival to be eligible for our tuition contest!
You can find your campus and schedule below.
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters
If you need an ASL interpreter, please let staff know at the check-in area for your campus.
Check-in Areas
You'll find check-in areas at:
- St. James Campus: Main entrance at 200 King St. E
- Casa Loma Campus: Main entrance at 146 Kendal Ave.
- Waterfront Campus: Main entrance at 51 Dockside Dr.
Find your campus by the subject area:
Casa Loma Campus
Arts, Design and Information Technology
School of Computer Technology
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Applied A.I. Solutions Development and Cloud Computing Technologies - Q&A with faculty
- Room E322
- Computer Programming and Analysis and Mobile Application Development and Strategy - Q&A with faculty
- Room C435
- Computer Systems Technician and Computer Systems Technology - Q&A with faculty
- Room C410
- Wireless Networking; Cyber Security - Q&A with faculty
- Room E420
12:15 p.m.
- Health Informatics - Q&A with faculty
- Room C337
School of Dance
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Q&A with faculty, and tours
- Room C126 - Basement
School of Fashion & Jewellery
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Fashion - tour the labs and meet faculty and students
- Room C430
- Gemmology - get a hands-on chance to see how gems are inspected and identified
- Room C511
- Jewellery - tour the labs and meet faculty and students
- Room C430
Construction and Engineering Technologies
Angelo Delzotto School of Construction Management
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Building Science - Concrete Lab
- Room D105
- Building Science - Fluid Mechanics Lab
- Room C302
- Construction Engineering Technology & Civil Engineering Technology Q&A
- Room E219
- Construction Management Degree Q&A
- Room E224
- Postgraduate Construction Certificates Q&A
- Room E218
- Surveying & Geomatics Lab
- Room C109
School of Apprenticeship & Skilled Trades
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Carpentry Lab
- Room C106
- Electrical Labs
- Location: C Building, 5th floor
- HVAC/R Labs
- Rooms C214 / C235 / C246 / C256 / C247 / C250
- Plumbing Lab
- Room C119
- Sheet Metal Lab
- Room C123
- Welding Lab
- Room D110C
School of Architectural Studies
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- 3D Printing Lab
- Room D216
- Architectural & Interior Design - Q&A with faculty
- E Building 1st floor atrium
- Architectural & Interior Design Student projects - Architectural Models
- 2nd floor hall
- Interior Design Studio - Q&A with faculty / Student projects - Interior Design Drawings
- Room E226
- Studio - Architecture
- Room E227
12:30 p.m.
- Drone / VR / Laser Scanners Presentation
- Room E227
School of Mechanical Engineering Technologies
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- CNC Machining Demo
- Room D102
- Kuka Robotics Demo
- Room C305
- Mechanical Engineering Student Projects (T416, T171)
- Location: C-D Building Link Lobby
- Mechanical Engineering Technologies - Q&A with faculty
- Location: C-D Building Link Lobby
- Student Projects - T121 Capstone Projects
- Room D106
Community Services and Early Childhood
School of Early Childhood
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Faculty, staff and students Q&A and Child Care Centre Tours
- Location: Casa Loma Child Care Centres
St. James Campus
Arts, Design and Information Technology
School of Media and Performing Arts
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- School of Media and Performing Arts - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: 230 Richmond St. East
- School of Media and Performing Arts - Q&A with faculty and staff (Young Centre for the Performing Arts)
- Location: 50 Tank House Lane, Distillery Historic District
Business
Centre for Business
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Centre for Business - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: Lobby - startGBC office (200 King St. E)
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Student Panel: The Confessions of a Business Student
- Room 387C (200 King St. E)
Community Services and Early Childhood
School of Deaf & Deafblind Studies
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Deaf and Deafblind Studies - Q&A with faculty and staff / Lab tours on demand
- Location: Student Success Fair (200 King St. E)
School of Social & Community Services
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- School of Social & Community Services - Q&A with faculty
- Location: Student Success Fair (200 King St. E)
Hospitality and Culinary Arts
Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- CHCA Welcome Area - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: Atrium (300 Adelaide St. E)
Chef School
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - every half hour
- Chef School - 20 minute presentation
- Room 112 (300 Adelaide St. E)
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - every half hour
- School of Hospitality and Tourism Management - 20 minute presentation
- Room 135 (300 Adelaide St. E)
Preparatory and Liberal Studies
School of English as a Second Language
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- School of English as a Second Language - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: Lobby - 341 King St. E
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- School of Liberal Arts and Sciences - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: Student Success Fair (200 King St. E)
- Location: Lobby - 341 King St. E
School of Work and College Preparation
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Pre-Business and Human Services Foundations
- Location: Lobby- startGBC office (200 King St. E)
- School of Work and College Preparation - Q&A with faculty and staff
- Location: Lobby- startGBC office (200 King St. E)
- Location: Lobby - 341 King St. E
The George - Student Residence
The George - Student Residence
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Residence Tours
- Location: Lobby - 80 Cooperage St.
Tutoring and Learning Centre
Tutoring and Learning Centre
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Q&A with staff
- Room 430A - 200 King St. E
Waterfront Campus
Health Sciences
School of Dental Health
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Dental Clinic - tour of the WAVE Dental Clinic
- Location: 3rd Floor (outside of Room 310)
10:15 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
- Dental Lab - tour the Denturism and Dental Technology Labs
- Room 510
10:45 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m.
- Digital Dental Lab (CAD/CAM)
- Room 720
School of Health and Wellness
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Honours Bachelor of Behaviour Analysis (S302) / (S303)
- Location: 1st Floor Lobby
- Recreation Management in Gerontology (C152)
- Location: 1st Floor Lobby
10:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:45 p.m.
- Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician (S102) Demonstration
- Room 508
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- WAVE Hearing Clinic - Q&A with faculty, and tours
- Room 222
School of Health Services Management
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Office Administration - Health Sciences (S135)
- Location: 1st Floor Lobby
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
10:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. (Last tour starts at 1:15 p.m.)
- Nursing - Simulation centre tours
- Location: 4th Floor
Other Resources
Support Services
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Student Life
College is more than just labs, lectures, and co-op. Meet new friends, gain new experiences, and make the most of your time in school. Get started with Student Life and the Student Association to learn more about the opportunities you have both in and out of the classroom when you’re at George Brown.
Looking to Apply?
Find out about the key steps to get into your future program! With George Brown you can also get some extra guidance by booking an appointment with Entry Advising to discuss your program interests and questions.
