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Mid-Term Break Week (Oct. 21-25)

Fall Mid Term Break

Dear Learners:

The first-ever Fall Mid-Term Break Week (Oct. 21-25) is fast approaching for most programs on our campuses. This is a well-deserved time for you to catch up, engage in the College’s non-academic offerings, or simply to relax.

While there will be limited academic activity during this period, Algonquin College will still be a bustling hub of student services and events.

The fall break is meant to give you a chance to do readings, complete assignments without the burden of additional schoolwork or exams, meet with faculty, pursue Co-Curricular Record activities, or simply to breathe a little easier during a stressful time.

When planning your week, ensure your program has a break and is not one of the few exceptions. Visit algonquincollege.com/fallbreak for a list of programs that will remain active Oct. 21-25.

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Cyber Security Awareness Month

Cyber Security Awareness MonthStudents are invited to participate in Cyber Security Awareness Month, an annual October campaign aimed at raising awareness about cyber security risks. The theme for the 2019 CSAM is “Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT”.

Device Security

We all use a variety of computing related devices to be more productive and to enrich our daily lives. This includes tablet, notebook, laptop and desktop computers; USB and external hard drives; smartphones; gaming systems; and ‘Internet of things’ devices such as fitness bracelets, smart watches, home monitoring devices, and home smart speakers.

Criminals are constantly seeking ways to steal our devices and gain unauthorized access to sensitive work and personal information. They then resell the devices and information, open financial accounts in your name, make unauthorized online purchases and collect government benefits meant for you, among many other risks. Continue reading →

Elections Canada Vote on Campus program coming to Ottawa!

Your vote matters! Come by the Marketplace Food Court October 5-9 and cast your vote early!

Elections Canada (EC) is trying to make voting as easy as possible for eligible voters, as well as also attempting to increase access for young voters. More information on the Vote on Campus Initiative can be found here.

Elections Canada has identified the Ottawa campus of Algonquin College as an External Service Point. That means that students, faculty and employees who are eligible to vote (Canadian citizen, 18 years old on election day), will have the option to register and vote by special ballot on campus for 5 consecutive days (October 5-9) before the actual election day of October 21 regardless of which Electoral District (riding) they reside in. You must show proof of your identity and address in order to vote.

The location of the special ballot poll will be The Marketplace Food Court, Salon A, D building.
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