Passion and Pride: Driving Oshawa’s Transformation - March 28
We are proud of Oshawa’s passion for cars and the automotive industry. What could happen to our community’s identity when the Oshawa General Motors plant closes? Is this a chance for transformation or the end of an era?
On Thursday, March 28, a panel of labour, government, education and cultural leaders will discuss these questions.
Panelists include:
- Dan Carter, Mayor, City of Oshawa
- Jennifer French, MPP, Oshawa
- Derek Giberson, City Councillor, Oshawa
- Wesley Crichlow, PhD, Professor, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, ºÚÁÏÍø
- Heather McMillan, Executive Director, Durham Workforce Authority
- Robina and Celina Brah, Co-Chairs, COMM-Unity (local non-profit organization working on diversity)
- Catherine Richards, Manager, Culture and Centralized Recreation Services, City of Oshawa
This is a public event in conjunction with the Communicating Identities class taught by , Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities.
- When: Thursday, March 28 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
- Where: 61 Charles Street Building, second-floor Atrium
For more information, contact Dr. Pierce at ext. 3820.
