Students’ Association

The Algonquin Students’ Association

The Algonquin Students’ Association (SA) is a not-for-profit corporation that exists to create an environment that inspires a passion for student success.

The SA was established in 1970 is a non-profit corporation with offices at all Algonquin College campuses.

The SA is governed by a Board of Directors and assisted by a team of full-time staff. The board consists of student Directors who make all the key decisions that affect you, the Student.

They govern the management of the corporation and are your voice in the upper echelons of the college administration.

The Pembroke office is located in Room 100. We have created an environment built around student success.

Services your SA provides:

Waterfront Campus Loggersports competitionOne of our key mandates is to plan events and sporting activities for students. Activities include comedy, live entertainment, free student BBQs, trips to football and hockey games, and an annual student-staff hockey game. The SA also funds the Loggersports team with our students participating in at least two major events each year. We also offer an intramural sports program that utilizes our new gymnasium at our waterfront campus. We also provide an hour of ice time per week. Memberships can be purchased for the use of the Fitness Zone.

To make your experience at the Pembroke Campus the best it can be, we encourage you to get involved with your Students’ Association. We welcome feedback and enjoy working with students to plan fun activities. We invest in programs and facilities that support students.

Who is your SA Team?

  • Connor Benson is the Students’ Association Manager, Pembroke Campus Operations
  • Bobby Ford is the Campus Recreation and Fitness Coordinator
  • Sherry Ethier is the Operations Assistant

If you have any ideas or requests for activities, drop into the office. We are working for you, the students, to help ensure your time here at Algonquin is enjoyable and rewarding. All services can be accessed through room 100, beside the Student Commons. Stop by and find out what the SA can do for you!

To learn more about the Students’ Association by visiting our official website.

Athletics

Sports and Athletics are an important part of many students’ college experience. Our Pembroke Campus includes a gymnasium, fitness centre, and rock climbing wall. We also partner with the City of Pembroke to access municipal facilities to broaden the opportunity for our students to play sports.

The Algonquin Students’ Association manages the operation of our athletic facilities and also coordinates off-site sporting events. Our intramural sports are open to all women and men and are sometimes offered as a co-ed activity. All intramural sports are offered based on student demand.

  • Fitness Zone is a 1300 square foot, state-of-the-art Fitness Facility with a full circuit of Precor C-Line selectorized machines, TKO urethane dumbbells, Precor treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals.
  • Intramural sports in our gymnasium including basketball, indoor soccer, volleyball, floor hockey and much more
  • Intramural Outdoor soccer, touch football, ultimate frisbee and softball at nearby Riverside Park, a large municipal facility that is within walking distance of the campus
  • Intramural hockey at the nearby Pembroke Memorial Centre, across the street from the campus
  • Varsity Loggersports for both men and women. Participation in Loggersports includes the opportunity to travel to other colleges and universities to compete in tournaments. The campus includes an outdoor training centre for the Algonquin Loggersports team.

The location of our Pembroke Waterfront Campus is also advantageous for track and field activities such as running and walking. The two-kilometre long Kiwanis Walkway is literally at the doorstep of the campus and runs adjacent to the shoreline of the Ottawa River, creating a picturesque vista for students to enjoy while they run.

Public docking is also available for kayak and canoe enthusiasts at the nearby Pembroke Marina, a short walk from the College.

Hours

Main Office

Located in Room 100, the main office is where you can find SA staff and get information about
services offered. Students can access services such as the health plan, colour printing, food
cupboard, funding, event information, and more.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday – 9:00am to 5:00pm

The Landing

The Landing is a fully licensed lounge featuring a cozy atmosphere, televisions, gaming systems
(Xbox, Nintendo Switch) and more. A wide variety of entertainment and events are scheduled
throughout the year. Grab a drink with friends and relax after classes, or just enjoy the
atmosphere and do some studying.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday – 12:00pm to 7:00pm

Rock Wall

The climbing wall can be found inside the gymnasium. Beginners can learn how to climb and be
introduced to the sport. Skilled climbers can build on existing skills and work on their technique.
The wall is free for all students to use, and students can drop-in anytime during the hours of
operation. Students must sign a waiver and watch a safety video prior to their first climb. The
waiver and video can be found on the Students’Association website or here.

Hours of operation

Monday to Friday – 10:00am to 4:00pm

Fitness Zone

Located above the Students’Association office on the second floor overlooking the gymnasium
and climbing wall, the Algonquin College Students’Association is pleased to provide the
Pembroke Campus with a 1300 square foot, state-of-the art Fitness Facility. Work out with a full
circuit of Precor C-Line selectorized machines, or use the new TKO urethane dumbbells to add
variety to your routine. Users of all ability levels will love the Precor treadmills, bikes, and
ellipticals with the added benefit of watching your own television. Be inspired by the open
concept cardio area that overlooks the gymnasium. Free to use for all fee-paying students in good
standing.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday – 7:30am to 9:00pm

Gymnasium

The gymnasium is a great place for students to sign out equipment, shoot a basketball, kick a
soccer ball around, and enjoy our group classes. We host work-it circuits, boxing classes, rock
climbing 101, yoga, and more. De-stress by spending time with your friends doing some physical
activity

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday – 9:00am to 6:00pm

Contact

  • To connect with the Students’ Association visit www.algonquinsa.com or call 613-735-4700, ext. 2758.