Posted on Wednesday, September 29th, 2021
Please find links below links to resources for in-person and online ways to learn, reflect and commemorate on the first annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Thursday, Sept. 30. Listings, links and information may be added or updated throughout the week. Flags on Algonquin College’s campuses will fly at half-mast to pay tribute to the victims of Canadian residential schools, including survivors and the families of those who lost loved ones. September 30 also marks the annual Orange Shirt Day, which finds Canadians wearing orange and engaging in activities and events to recognize and raise awareness of the residential school system experience in Canada.
Algonquin College Virtual Activities and Resources
Podcast: Algonquin President and CEO Claude Brulé, Students’ Association President Emily Ferguson and Vice President Truth, Reconciliation and Indigenization Ron (Degandus) McLester mark the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation by sharing the everyday ways the College incorporates Truth and Reconciliation into its thinking and actions. Listen to the podcast here.
Children Treated to Outdoor Session of Indigenous Storytelling: A rapt audience of children from Algonquin College’s Early Learning Centre were recently treated to Indigenous storytelling as Ron (Deganadus) McLester, Vice President of Truth, Reconciliation and Indigenization, shared Indigenous nature tales. Truth and Reconciliation starts with all children and this enlightening session was captured on video. Watch it here.
Interview with Ry Moran, founding director of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: Pembroke Campus’ Jamie Bramburger, Manager, Community and Student Affairs speaks with Moran, who recently participated in the College’s ongoing speaker series. Watch the video interview here.
Sunrise Smudge on Facebook Live at 7 am: Visit the Mamidosewin Centre Facebook page for the sunrise smudge. All are welcome to tune in.
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Posted on Monday, September 27th, 2021
As the Wellness and Equity Centre Coordinator for the Students’ Association at Algonquin College, Quinn Blue understands the importance of having a space for students who face barriers to come together, make connections, and feel comfortable being their full selves.
“I think students in any context face a variety of different barriers,” says Blue, “and the campus setting is no different from the rest of the world. There are different barriers and oppressions to people being able to bring their full selves to school … and just having a space to connect with other students who might be facing similar barriers, to have a space where you might be able to talk about a crappy thing that happened, is really important.”
The Wellness and Equity Centre is a space at the College focused on mental health and wellness, and all the equity issues that can impact them. “It’s a space and campus environment that is welcoming to absolutely everyone regardless of gender, sexuality, disability, race and mental health status,” explains Blue.
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Posted on Thursday, September 16th, 2021
We’re so excited to let you know about the many on-campus services that are re-opening for the Fall Term. From our gorgeous new fitness and recreation centre to a librarian on hand to help you at the on-campus library, we’re thrilled to offer you more reasons to be on campus.
Please not that our mandatory vaccination policy, which was developed with the health and safety of all our students in mind, went into effect on September 7. For more details on what is required to visit campus, click here.
What’s Open:
- The Library: There will now be one librarian, one front desk coordinator and four library technicians on site at the library to help you with all your info and resource needs. Hours: 8:30 am to 4:45 pm. You can also still access the library online.
- Counselling Services: We have a select number of in-person appointments available each day. You can also still talk to counsellors via phone or video. To make an appointment, please call 613-727-4723 ext. 7200, between 8 am and 6 pm, or by emailing welcomecentre@algonquincollege.com. For more information on our counselling services, click here.
- Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre: The stunning new Jack Doyle Athletics Recreation Centre –ARC for short—is now open. There are so many incredibly cool features, activities and spaces this facility has to offer, including 10-pin bowling, a golf simulator, a state-of-the-art circuit training area, and a full-service restaurant. Get ready to get fit and have fun. To see the full range of amenities at ARC, click here. ARC Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.
- Connections: The Campus Store & The Print Shop: Your campus book store is now open! Grab books, that Algonquin hoodie you’ve been eyeing, or other supplies in-person, or order online for curbside pick-up, which will be available throughout the fall. Need to print something? No worries, The Print Shop located inside Connections is now open for-in person service. To order printing online, click here or email acprintshop@algonquincollege.com to arrange for curbside pick-up. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
- Food Cupboard: The Students Association’s Food Cupboard provides food and other basic necessities to students in need. In-person appointments are available Tuesday to Thursday, 8 am to 3 pm. Drop-in is still on pause. Curbside is still also available. For more info, click here.
- Clubs and Communities Office: To discuss starting or joining a club, you can visit the Clubs and Communities office in person on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 9 am and 4 pm, or online Monday and Friday between 9 am and 4 pm.
- Wellness and Equity Centre: The Wellness and Equity Centre is a safer space, welcoming all students of the College, no matter their sexual orientation, gender identity, race, disability status, or any other factors, and focuses on student well-being. They are now open for select in-person services, and will continue to operate online. Click here for more information.
Food, Food, Food! We’ve got so many awesome places to dine on campus, from delicious coffee and pastries to Grab n Go items to full, hot sit-down meals. Most of our dining options on campus are now open for the Fall 2021 term. All you need to do is choose:
- Marketplace Food Court (for hot meals and Grab n Go items. See full menu here): Monday to Thursday, 7:30 am – 7 pm, Friday: 7:30 am – 6 pm.
- 35th Street Market Café (in Residence): Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 10 pm
- The Fix Eatery (ACCE Building) (for coffee, pastries & Grab n Go sandwiches, salads, etc. See menu here.): The Fix is open Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm.
- Restaurant International: Feeling like an extra special dining experience? Check out what our culinary students are up to and dine at Restaurant International, which will start serving lunch on September 22, and dinner starting September 29. The restaurant will be open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for lunch, and Wednesday through Saturday evenings for dinner. For more information, click here.
- Starbucks: The Starbucks inside the Student Commons is open Monday to Friday from 7 am to 4 pm. For more information, click here.
WHAT WILL REMAIN ONLINE ONLY
- The Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid: The office will continue to run virtually from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, from Monday to Friday. Find more information here.
- Card Services: To receive an AC Card (student ID), you can complete the process online here.
- Parking Office: Parking office will continue to offer support via email and phone only at parking@algonquincollege.com or at 613-727-4723 x 7187.
