Mount Allison marks its third annual Community Kindness Day — Thursday, Nov. 13
Members of the University community are once again coming together to celebrate Community Kindness Day, which will be celebrated on World Kindness Day, Thursday, Nov. 13.
This year’s events focus on spreading kindness today — and every day — through philanthropy, reflection, and connection across campus and the broader community. Even small acts of kindness can make a lasting difference.
Inspired by World Kindness Day, which is celebrated globally each year on November 13, Community Kindness Day invites students, faculty, staff, and community members to take part in activities and small gestures that promote compassion, well-being, and belonging.
"Kindness is foundational to the MtA community and reminds us that connection, care, and compassion are at the heart of who we are and all we do,” says President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ian Sutherland. “I’m proud to see students, faculty, and staff coming together again this year to celebrate what it means to be part of a community that looks out for one another. Kindness Day is an important reminder that small acts of care make a lasting difference — not just today, but every day.”
Whether it’s expressing gratitude, lending a hand, or taking time for self-care, every act of kindness helps make Mount Allison and Tantramar a more connected and caring place.
How will you spread kindness?
Share your acts of kindness and moments of connection on social media using #KindnessDayMtA, and tag , and .
Kindness Day events and activities
People & Culture Delivering Kindness — for faculty and staff
9 a.m.–12 p.m. | Various locations across campus
People & Culture will visit faculty and staff with coffee, hot chocolate, and lemonade, plus blank kindness cards and a food-drive collection for MtA’s food Pantry.
They will also be giving out blank kindness cards for you to write notes of kindness to those around you. In addition, they will be taking non-perishable food donations (while delivering drinks) to be donated to MtA’s Food Pantry, as part of National Philanthropy Day.
Student Affairs Delivering Kindness — for students
1 p.m. | WMSC & R.P. Bell Library
Student Affairs will deliver to students near the Wallace McCain Student Centre and the Library, with Kindness Day stickers and the same good vibes.
Philanthropy is Kindness table
11:30 a.m.– 1:30 p.m. | WMSC
Giving is one of the simplest and most powerful acts of kindness — and giving is more than just money — it’s time, talent, and testimony. Visit the Development Office table on Kindness Day to enjoy a treat, grab a sticker, express gratitude to donors through thank-you cards, and share what philanthropy means to you as we look ahead to National Philanthropy Day on Saturday, Nov. 15.
Kindness Card Pop-Up with Residence Life
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Jennings Hall
Join Residence Life in Jennings to celebrate World Kindness Day! Stop by to write your own kindness card or pick up one with a pre-written message to share with a friend, roommate, or your residence leader. It’s an easy way to brighten someone’s day and spread a little positivity around our community.
Whether you’re sending appreciation, encouragement, or just a smile, your words can make someone’s day. Stop by, get creative, and help us fill campus with kindness.
Campus Kindness Tips Table
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | WMSC
Join the Community Standards Office for a pop-up table celebrating Kindness Day! Stop by to explore campus kindness tips, take on a Kindness Challenge (a fun, low-key action to brighten someone’s day), and participate in our Take-One, Leave-One: Kindness Notes station — where you can leave a kind message for someone and take one that inspires you. It’s a simple way to reflect on how kindness and accountability go hand in hand in building a respectful campus community.
Meditative Colouring
4–4:45 p.m. | University Chapel
Take a mindful break in the Chapel — choose your favourite colours, pick a sheet, and add a little colour to your kindness.
Conversations of Home
4:30–6 p.m. | Manning Multi-Faith Room
Join us for a relaxed discussion on what home means to you and how to make Sackville feel more like a home filled with kindness. This is a great opportunity to connect with others and share your feelings about moving away to university. This chat will be guided by Nuey Thongpoyai (International Students Office) and Guelord Byamungu (Spiritual Care) with help from other post-graduate interns at Mount Allison. Snacks, tea, and hot chocolate will be available.
A collaboration of the International Students Office, Experiential Learning and Career Development, the First-Gen Student Office, and Spiritual Care.
Notes of Encouragement
All day | R.P. Bell Library
Find words of encouragement at your favourite study spots around the library. These notes offer a gentle reminder to be kind to yourself and stay positive during the last stretch of the semester. You may even find something special attached to each note!
Thanking Drivers at Crosswalks
All day | Across campus
Poster boards will be set up at the main crosswalks to remind students to make eye contact, smile, and give a quick wave or “thank you” to drivers who stop. A small gesture of appreciation helps strengthen the positive connection between our campus and the wider community.
MASU Secret Kindness Missions
All day | MASU Office
Stop by the MASU Office to receive a secret kindness mission you must complete by the end of the day! Each mission is a simple act of kindness that can make someone’s day a little bit better! Kindness catches on, so who knows, your mission may turn into a chain of good deeds.
Kindness Day at the Bookstore
All day | Bookstore
Visit the Bookstore on Kindness Day and save 10% on MtA-branded products. Also, be sure to enter the draw to win one of five prize packs!
