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Supports available for remote and hybrid learning

New to online or hybrid learning?

This page includes lots of great resources to help you set yourself up for success during your studies at Georgian.

How to access student services *HIDDEN SECTION*

Last updated July 7

Staff from student services are here to help you with all the usual supports and resources. Most services will be available in person, with some continuing to offer remote service as well.

Here are the most recent hours of operation and the best way to contact each service by campus. We’ll continue to update this resource as more in-person services become available.

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About Accessibility Services

Accessibility advisors are here to provide information and support based on your individual needs to ensure your academic success at Georgian.

Adaptive technologists can provide assessment and training with assistive technology that supports learning.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (by appointment)

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (by appointment)

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 1.877.722.1523

By email:

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About awards, scholarships and bursaries

Georgian offers awards, scholarships and bursaries to students of all walks of life to help you pay your way to graduation. You can afford this!

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    (BA Campus)

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.722.1530

By email:

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Clinical Placement OfficeGeorgian College Chevron

About the Clinical Placement Office

The Clinical Placement Office assists students in Health, Wellness and Sciences programs.

Note: Human Services and Community Safety students should contact the Field Placement Office at fieldplacement@georgiancollege.ca.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

By email:

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About Co-op Education and Career Success

Co-op Education and Career Success provides support for co-op work experiences, job searching, career planning and more.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 1.877.722.1523

Book an appointment:

By email:

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About Mental Health and Well-being

Georgian cares about your mental health and well-being. Our MyGCLife resources can help you increase awareness, link you to important information and services, and keep you up to date with what’s happening to support mental health and well-being at your campus.

Counselling

All Georgian students learning in Canada have access to free, confidential counselling. Our professional counsellors are here to discuss personal and mental health concerns that are impacting your life and/or academics.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (by appointment)

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (by appointment)

*Same-day, virtual drop-in counselling appointments available for time sensitive and urgent matters.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 1.877.722.1523

By email:

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About the Field Placement Office

The Field Placement Office assists students in Human Services and Community Safety programs.

Note: Health, Wellness and Sciences students should contact the Clinical Placement Office at clinicalplacementoffice@georgiancollege.ca.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.329.3103

By email:

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Financial Aid/OSAPGeorgian College Chevron

About Financial Aid/OSAP

Financial Aid/OSAP offers a variety of services to help you meet your financial responsibilities, including OSAP and related programs, bursaries and emergency funding.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    (BA Campus)

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.722.1530

By email:

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About Georgian FoodLocker

Operated by the Georgian College Students’ Association (GCSA), the Georgian FoodLocker is a confidential, emergency on-campus food bank for Georgian College students in need.

Hours of operation

Request form accessible at all times on MyGCLife.

How to reach us

Online:

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About Georgian Stores

Georgian Stores includes Bear Essentials and the Bookstore. Here, you’ll find many of the essentials you need to succeed with your studies and more!

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Online ordering and shipping are available.

In-person service:

  • Some locations may have an option to pick up your purchase after you’ve placed your online order. Please check with Georgian Stores for more information.
  • Bear Essentials at the Barrie Campus is open for in-person shopping Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Bear Essentials at the Owen Sound Campus is open for in-person shopping Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

How to reach us

Online:

By phone:

  • 705.728.1968, ext. 1202

By email:

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About health and dental insurance

Georgian students have insurance coverage from a health and dental plan from Georgian College Students’ Association (GCSA), known as MyStudentPlan.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

Online:

By phone:

  • All campuses – General inquiries line: 1.877.746.5566, ext. 7249

By email:

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About Indigenous Services

Indigenous student advisors and Georgian’s Getsid (Indigenous student counsellor) are here to support you, whether academically, personally or spiritually.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    (BA Campus)
  • Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    (MI Campus)
  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    (OR Campus)
  • Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    (OS Campus)

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

By email or phone:

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About Information Technology

The Information Technology (IT) department manages student email, Blackboard, Banner and Orbis. They can help with passwords and IT- and computer-related questions and problems.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • 7 days/week, 24 hours/day

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

By phone, email or online chat:

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About Segal International Centre

Georgian’s International Centre is your home away from home. We are here to help international students with any problems, information or assistance you need throughout your journey at Georgian.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.728.1968, ext. 1218

By email:

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About the Language Help Centre

The Language Help Centre can help you with using proper grammar, writing clear sentences, creating paragraphs or preparing a presentation.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Submit your assignment via email and receive a response within 24 to 48 hours.
  • To request a virtual appointment, please send us an email.

In-person service:

  • In-person service is not currently available. Please contact us remotely.

How to reach us

Online:

By email:

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About our Library

Our Georgian College Library provides online services and electronic resources. Get research help, access our eBook databases and more.

Hours of operation

Visit the Library website for all service hours.

How to reach us

Online:

By phone:

  • All campuses – 1.877.890.8477

By email:

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About the Math Centre

The Math Centre is here to help you with general math, financial, physics, calculus, statistics, accounting and more.

Hours of operation

Visit the Math Centre page for service hours.

How to reach us

Online:

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.728.1968, ext. 1307

By email:

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About ONEcard

ONEcard is the official Georgian College identification card. It’s your student card, library card, print card, athletic centre pass, bus pass, and a convenient method of payment for select vendors and services both on and off campus.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • ONEcard pick up is by appointment only, at the Barrie Campus. Students can select a pick up time when they order their ONEcard.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.728.1968, ext. 1756

By email:

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About the Peer Mentor program

Peer Mentors are upper-year Georgian students who play a pivotal role in building community, a sense of belonging and connection at Georgian, and empower students to flourish through their first-year experience at college and beyond.

Hours of operation

Hours will vary based on mentor and mentee availability.

How to reach us

Online:

By email:

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About the Registrar’s Office

The Office of the Registrar is where you go to talk to someone about course registration, tuition payments, OSAP, credit transfers, and more.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    (BA Campus)
  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    (OR and OS campuses)

*Please note, all payments will continue with online services only.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 705.722.1511

Online form:

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About student success advisors

Student success advisors can help explore your academic goals, manage stress and time management, as well as connect you with campus supports.

Hours of operation

Student success advisors are typically available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Remote service and in-person service are available by booked appointment.

How to reach us

Online:

  • To book an appointment, please access MyGCLife. Once logged in, you will find the option in the top left-hand corner. It will show you the times your advisor is available to meet.

By email:

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Testing ServicesGeorgian College Chevron

About Testing Services

Testing Services is providing online testing services for admissions tests, Communications Placement Assessment (CPA), and Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) challenge exams.

Please note, with the exception of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), external testing is not available at this time.

Hours of operation

Remote service:

  • Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In-person service:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    (BA and OR campuses)
  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    (OS Campus)

How to reach us

By phone:

  • All campuses – 1.877.722.1523

By email:

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About Tutoring

Tutoring is a free service for all Georgian students. Book an appointment to review your tutoring needs. Tutors are matched on a one-to-one basis.

Hours of operation

Hours will vary based on student and tutor availability. Visit the Tutoring page for service hours.

How to reach us

By phone:

  • 705.728.1968, ext. 1307

By email:

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About the Writing Centre

The Writing Centre help students become stronger and more confident writers. Get feedback on your paper and learn writing tips, techniques and strategies to succeed in your assignments.

Hours of operation

Visit the Writing Centre page for service hours.

How to reach us

Online:

By phone:

  • 705.728.1968, ext. 1307

By email:


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Preparing to learn online

Tips for success during remote learning

Consider these tips to prepare for remote learning:

  • Online learning can be a new and exciting experience, embrace the opportunity to develop new skills.
  • Make sure to check in with your course regularly so you don’t miss any important updates from your instructor or Georgian (i.e., announcements, course messages, emails, etc.).
  • Stay organized and find a system that works best for you. Be mindful of deadlines and ensure you have sufficient time to complete your course work.
  • Be sure to review your course outline and critical path in your course site(s), as it may be updated throughout the rest of the semester.
  • Review this article on MyGCLife about virtual classroom etiquette.
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21 tips for success

Georgian’s own student advisors have created 21 tips to help you succeed, especially if you’re new to college or haven’t taken an online course.

Learning to Learn Online

Learning to Learn Online is a resource created by students for students, to help ease the shift from traditional classrooms to online environments.

Studyonline.ca

Studyonline.ca, by Contact North, recommends 12 steps to get ready to learn online, including how to set up your work space.

Blackboard

How to log in to Blackboard

Need help navigating Blackboard?

Watch our Blackboard orientation video, where we cover the essential items for your course progression and help you to become more comfortable using Blackboard.

Join us for a student systems support hub session. Hosted over WebEx, these sessions will show you how to access, navigate and utilize your student systems such as Blackboard, Banner and MyPath. View the schedule and find out how to attend!

You can also review student systems frequently asked questions (FAQs) on MyGCLife.

Webex

About Webex

Webex meeting is an online meeting that allows you to virtually meet with other people, without leaving your home or office.

Webex meetings require a computer with Internet access and a separate phone line. By logging into the meeting over the internet, you will be able to see the presenter’s computer screen. By calling into the conference phone number, you will be able to hear the presenter and other participants.

**The first time you use Webex, please allow yourself approximately five minutes to log in and get set up. Your computer will need time to automatically download the free Webex plugin that will allow you to join the meeting.

Microsoft Teams

About Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a chat-based collaboration platform that may be used to host your live online/remote class sessions.

Your faculty will share a weekly meeting link with you through Blackboard, but you can access the main app by doing the following:  

LinkedIn Learning and productivity tips

About LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is a website dedicated to online learning by providing access to thousands of online video tutorials created by industry experts.

To access the LinkedInLearning platform, follow the steps below:

  1. Visit the LinkedIn Learning website.
  2. In the top right corner, click on Sign in.
  3. Click on Sign in with your organization account.
  4. On the next page, enter “georgiancollege.ca” only and choose Continue.
  5. You will be redirected to Georgian’s Central Authentication System. Enter your username and password (the same login credentials you use to log into Blackboard or MyGCLife).

Self-care

Managing your well-being

We’re here to help you maintain positive mental health and well-being. You can always access our mental health resources on MyGCLife.

Togetherall

Anonymously access an online community where people can support one another. ​​​​​​​It’s open and clinically managed by professionals 24/7. It includes helpful resources, courses and self-assessment tools.

Be Well @ Georgian

Be Well @ Georgian is a new text service that sends helpful tips right to your phone when you need them most! Learn more about Georgian resources, workshops, and be reminded of ways to take care of your well-being.

Georgian Learning Guarantee *HIDDEN SECTION*

At Georgian, we guarantee a learning experience of exceptional quality, where you’ll achieve your learning outcomes whether you’re studying remotely, in-person or a combination of both. We’ll support you every step of the way, whether you need career advice, tutoring, personal and academic counselling, technical help, financial assistance, and so much more.

We want you to succeed. Rest assured we’ve got your back, so much so, if you choose to withdraw from your program before Oct. 8, 2021, we’ll apply your tuition fees to the first semester when you return in January 2022, May 2022 or September 2022. You choose the program. All you have to do is reapply and be accepted. For returning students, the same applies. We’ll apply your tuition fees for your next semester when you return in 2022. That’s our Georgian Learning Guarantee.

Eligibility – Registered fall full-time and part-time credit students in Georgian only programs; where program is available; tuition fees only; student is responsible for ancillary fees. Ontario Learn and all partner programs, such as but not limited to, Lakehead-Georgian and collaborative nursing are ineligible. Georgian students on co-op, placements or clinical placements during fall semester are also ineligible.

Students must pay their fees in full before they’re eligible to apply. The Georgian Learning Guarantee can only be accessed once in an academic year (e.g. fall 2021, winter 2022 or summer 2022).

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This resource is a derivative of the Student Learning Kit by Humber Open Learning Centre. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.