All Day • Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid Resources
The Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid have put together some helpful “How To’s” to guide you through our most frequently asked questions!
Before you call or email us, you can DIY your request through the following links: www.algonquincollege.com/ro/forms-resources/acsis-how-to/ and www.algonquincollege.com/ro/contact-us/
Still have a question? We’re here for you online and in person! The Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid will be operating virtually and in person at the Ottawa Campus, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
To reach us, please use the following contact information:
8am (While supplies last) • Coffee Stations
Grab a complimentary hot cup of coffee and a pastry* as you arrive on campus and head to your Program Orientation.
*While supplies last.
Locations:
- 1st floor of C Building (Main entrance)
- 1st floor of ACCE/CA Building (Baseline Station entrance)
- 1st floor of Student Commons/E Building (Main entrance)
8am-12pm • OC Transpo Information Booth
OC Transpo will have staff on-site to assist you with any questions about Ottawa’s transit system, including upcoming changes set to take effect this spring. Whether it’s understanding new routes, schedules, or general questions, the knowledgeable staff at OC Transpo will be available to provide helpful information and ensure you are well-informed about the latest updates to the transit network.
Event Location: 1st floor, ACCE/CA Building (Baseline Station entrance)
8am-4pm • ITS Network Support Drop-In Booths
Get on-the-spot tech support for connecting to the college’s Wifi, downloading software, accessing ACSIS and Brightspace, and more!
Booth Locations:
- H Building next to Savoir Fare (1st Floor, H Building)
- C Building next to Nawapon (1st Floor, C Building)
8am-4pm • Here2Help Booths
Have a question? Need directions? We’re Here2Help! On AC Day 1, stop by a Here2Help booth from 8:00am to 4:00pm for assistance with all your AC related questions!
Booth Locations:
- E Building Entrance
- 4 Corners
- C Lobby (1st Floor)
- C Building (2nd Floor)
- ACCE Baseline Entry
- T Building (T102 & entry)
- J/N Junction
8:30am-4pm • AC Card and U-Pass Service Centre
On AC Day 1, the AC Card and U-Pass Service Centre will be open in Room E120, from 8:30 am to 4:00pm. This Service Centre will cater to students who have already submitted their photo online (to acphoto.algonquincollege.com) and need to collect their AC Card + U-Pass. No appointment is necessary.
Event Location: Room E120 (1st Floor, E Building)
9am-10am • Getting Started with Brightspace and Zoom Workshop
In this workshop, get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more.
You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces.
Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out other available dates!
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)
9am-3:30pm • International Education Centre Drop-In Booth
Hey, international students! Have questions about immigration matters, healthcare, employment, making friends, or events on campus? Don’t worry, we’ve got the answers! Drop by the International Education Centre drop-in booth to learn more about all of the resources available to students who are new to Canada.
Event Location: Student Commons (E Building) entrance
10am-11am • Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365 Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more, all using Brightspace, the online platform for your courses.
You will also learn about your student email and Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that are accessible through your email account and that will help you with your studies.
Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces. Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out other dates available!
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)
10am-2pm • Print Services Drop-In Booth
Do you have questions about how to use the on-campus printers? Drop by the Print Services booth where an expert can instruct you on how to print on campus, show you the online printing processes, and answer any additional questions you may have.
Event Location: 1st floor of Student Commons/E Building (across from Booster Juice)
10am-2pm • Course Materials Drop-In Booth
Drop by this booth to ask any questions you may have about your course materials and booklist, and check out Connections: The Campus Store while you’re there!
Event Location: Inside Connections: The Campus Store (1st Floor, H Building)
10am-4pm • Spiritual Centre Drop-In
Stop into the Spiritual Centre to meet the team, have a few moments of quiet and reflection, and learn more about the faith and spirituality groups on campus!
For any questions, please email: spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com
Event Location: Spiritual Centre (Room E204, 2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)
11am-11:30am • Library Tour
This short walk through our beautiful Library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services. Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!
Location: AC Library Main Desk (Room C350, 3rd floor, C Building)
11am-3pm • Wolves Fest
Get ready to soak up the sun and kick off the semester in style at Wolves Fest: Spring Edition! We’re bringing the beach party vibes to campus with a day full of fun, food, and festivities.
What’s in Store?
Live DJ – Feel the summer energy with fresh beats all day long!
Kona Ice – Cool off with delicious, refreshing shaved ice.
Le Donuts – Grab some mouthwatering mini donuts!
Outdoor Volleyball – Gather your crew and hit the sand (well, kinda 
).
Tie-Dye Station – Create your own colourful, festival-ready gear with the Student Heatlh & Wellness Zone!
Cornhole & More – Challenge your friends to some classic lawn games.
Whether you’re a new student or returning for another amazing semester, Wolves Fest is the perfect way to meet new people, enjoy the sunshine, and start the season off right.
Don’t miss out—come ready to play, dance, and celebrate the start of spring!
Brought to you by your Algonquin Students’ Association and the AC Hub.
12:30pm-3pm • OC Transpo Information Booth
OC Transpo will have staff on-site to assist students with any questions about Ottawa’s transit system, including upcoming changes set to take effect this Spring. Whether it’s understanding new routes, schedules, or general questions, the knowledgeable staff at OC Transpo will be available to provide helpful information and ensure students are well-informed about the latest updates to the transit network.
Event Location: Entrance of Student Commons (E Building)
1pm-1:30pm • Library Tour
This short walk through our beautiful
Library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services. Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!
Event Location: AC Library Main Desk (Room C350, 3rd floor, C Building)
