AC Start Orientation – Thursday, Aug 29

Welcome to AC Start Orientation!

If you are in one of the following programs, your AC Start Orientation is on Thursday, August 29.

Business Police Foundations
Business Fundamentals Practical Nursing
Computer Systems Technician Pre-Health Sciences Pathway
Early Childhood Education Social Service Worker
Algonquin College, Pembroke Campus

Schedule for Thursday, August 29, 2024 (All times Eastern)

8:30-9:00 a.m. – Refreshments & Snacks

9:00-10:00am – Academic Program Orientation (In Person)

Meet with your program coordinator and fellow classmates to discuss what you need to know before the first day of classes! Come prepared with questions that you might have and receive the answers that you are looking for.

  • Business* 
  • Business Fundamentals*
  • Computer Systems Technician
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Police Foundations
  • Practical Nursing
  • Pre-Health Sciences Pathways
  • Social Service Worker

*Business and Business Fundamentals will be offering both their in-person and virtual orientation at the same time (9:00 a.m.) If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link to access the session at 9:00 a.m. EST.

9:00-10:00am – Parents/Supporters Information Session

Parents and supporters all play an important role in helping their loved ones throughout their academic studies. Attend this session to learn more about college policies, financial aid for students, campus safety, and the overall experience a student can expect to have when they attend our campus.

10:15-11:15 am – Student Support Presentation

Learn how to get connected to the services and support you need to be successful throughout your academic studies.

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – Mature Student Session-Getting Off to a Good Start at Algonquin College

Returning to school can be a really big deal for mature students.  If they have been away from formal schooling for some time, it is easy to have doubts as they start a college program.  But, we know that mature students bring a lot of life experience with them that can help them navigate any challenges they face.  To ensure mature students get off to a good start studying at the Pembroke Waterfront Campus, we invite them to attend an informal session with our campus counsellor, Shannon Sevigny, to learn tips on how to be successful in college.

11:15-1:00pm – Taking Care of College Business

During this time block, there will be different sessions happening around campus to help students with preparing for classes including campus tours, Centre for Accessible Learning appointments, Students’ Association information, textbook pick up, and more!

11:15-1:00pm – Lunch

Lunch is on us! Join us in the Student Commons for a free lunch. 

11:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m. – The Centre for Accessible Learning Info Session/Registrations

Did you have an I.E.P. in high school, or are you a student who has a documented learning disability? Ensure that your accommodations are in place for AC Day One by registering with The Centre for Accessible Learning. We are running information sessions followed by live registrations every thirty minutes from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

1:00-2:00pm – VIRTUAL Academic Program Orientation

If you are not able to attend orientation in person, the programs will be offering a virtual academic orientation. Links to the virtual orientation sessions will be provided closer to the orientation date. 

Program Time Zoom Link
Computer Systems Technician 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Early Childhood Education 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Police Foundations 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Practical Nursing 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Pre-Health Sciences Pathways 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Social Service Worker 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here

Please note: Business and Business Fundamentals will be offered their academic program orientation both in person and virtually at 9:00 a.m. If you are joining virtually, please access the session at 9:00 a.m. EST via this zoom link.

Please note: If you’re joining online for your academic program orientation, please follow the link provided under the VIRTUAL academic program orientation dropdown on the day of the orientation.


Plan your visit: Things to do

  • Arrive early to register and get to your academic orientation on time
  • Parking will be free on campus for Thursday, August 29 and Friday, August 30
  • Order your textbooks in advance and pick them up at our AC Proud Shop on campus or have them delivered to your home
  • Bring your laptop to orientation and make sure you can get on to the college network and Brightspace learning platform
  • Complete your financial aid profile to determine if you are eligible for student bursaries
  • If you need assistance during your orientation session, don’t hesitate to email us at yourfuture@algonquincollege.com