All Georgian College full-time and part-time classes continue. Some labs may be impacted, while some classes may be moved online temporarily. Faculty will advise students directly if there are changes to classes.
All campuses remain open, and parking is free for the duration of the strike. Every effort will be made to ensure any impact to student learning is minimized.
While the college remains open during the strike, you may need to cross a picket line when coming to campus. Picketing is legal during a strike and is a form of protest where workers gather outside their workplace to raise awareness about the issue.
Motorists are reminded to use extra care when turning onto campus property, as pedestrians and picketers may be using the crosswalk. The safety of everyone is paramount.
In some cases, cars and pedestrians may be stopped before entering campus. In other cases, cars and pedestrians will not be delayed. Either way, it’s extremely important to ensure you cross any picket line safely.
Cars stopped
In crossing the picket line, please do the following:
If driving, make your way through the line cautiously. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. This includes picketers.
Be friendly and courteous. These are people you may work with.
Avoid provocation or confrontation with picketers.
Be patient. Do not accelerate to try to get through the picket line quickly.
Picketers may delay access for drivers, cyclists or pedestrians as they share information. You may also be delayed leaving campus.
If you feel that your safety, or the safety of anyone else is in jeopardy by crossing the picket line, do not cross it. Go to a safe place and call Campus Safety Services (CSS) at 705.722.5100. Please also report any incidents or unsafe behaviour to CSS or use the Safe@Georgian app .
Cars not stopped, but picketers are present
As above:
Make your way onto campus cautiously. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. This includes picketers.
Be friendly and courteous if stopped. These are people you may work with.
Avoid provocation or confrontation with picketers.
If you are stopped, be patient. Do not accelerate to try to get through the picket line quickly.
As noted, picketers may delay access for drivers, cyclists or pedestrians as they share information.
If you are not stopped or delayed, continue onto the campus safely as you normally would. You may be delayed leaving campus, and the guidelines are the same as when arriving on campus.
If you feel that your safety, or the safety of anyone else is in jeopardy by crossing the picket line, do not cross it. Go to a safe place and call Campus Safety Services (CSS) at 705.722.5100. Please also report any incidents or unsafe behaviour to CSS or use the Safe@Georgian app .
FAQ for students
Is the Office of the Registrar open in person now?
Services remain available remotely and in-person services remain closed on Thursday, Oct. 16.
In-person services resume and are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Barrie, Orillia and Owen Sound campuses on Friday, Oct. 17.
Our regular in-person hours resume on Monday, Oct. 20 and typically are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Barrie Campus.
All digital services are open in MyGCLife.ca and via our call centre 705.722.1511.
I sent an email/request to the Office of the Registrar during the strike. When will I receive an update?
All emails and requests will be processed in the order received. Please allow 3-4 weeks for completion of most requests unless otherwise noted.
If I’ve withdrawn from my full program for the fall 2025 semester, when will I get my refund?
Any refunds will be issued 4-8 weeks after staff return. We apologize for the delay.
Is there any impact to OSAP or Ontario Learn and Stay Grant processes and deadlines?
If you’ve submitted an email about your Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) or OLSG or have documents that require processing, these will be processed in date order of when they were received (oldest to newest). Typical timelines for processing can be 3-8 weeks from the document upload. We expect delays and will update with timelines next week. To avoid further delays, be sure to log into the OSAP portal and check your message centre for instructions.
Is there any impact to Bursary for Students with Disabilities processes and deadlines?
All applications will resume. Applications will be processed in order of receipt.
My course/lab was impacted by the strike. How can I complete it?
If you’re enrolled in courses/labs that have been impacted by the full-time support staff labour disruption, please check Blackboard for updates and announcements regarding completion.
Are student services back to normal?
Over the next few days, we’ll be working hard to support return to normal operations. Some service areas may take longer than others to move through this transition. Please be patient with us as we move through the transition period.
Appointment bookings with service areas using Navigate360 will be available starting Monday, Oct. 20.
Modified hours of operation and limited-service availability will be maintained in some areas over the next few days. Please see specific service area details below and check back for updates.
Transit: Effective immediately, all LINX Plus specialized transit will resume on-campus service. Regular public transit service (Barrie Transit, Orillia Transit and LINX Transit) bus routes and stops will resume for all Georgian campuses effective Oct. 16. Barrie Specialized Transit Service will continue to operate on-campus.
Testing Services: All accommodated tests scheduled through Navigate360 using the “Raise Your Hand” feature will be booked. Beginning Friday, Oct. 17, all accommodated and missed tests will be scheduled through Clockwork. Navigate 360 won’t be used to schedule tests.
Adaptive technologist drop-in (Oct. 20 to 24): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Barrie Campus Library
Learning Services: Support for math, writing and tutoring is available and can be booked through Navigate360.
Language Help: Appointment booking is available on Monday, Oct.20.
Co-operative Education: Co-op and Career Preparation courses will resume after Study Week. Co-op consultants and employer relations consultants will return to work Oct. 16. Please be patient as they move through inquiries upon their return.
Career Services: Returning to traditional service.
Advising: Those requesting support from student success advising can use Navigate360 to book a meeting with your assigned advisor or use the Raise My Hand feature to request assistance. If you request help through the Hand Raise, expect a response within 48 business hours. If you need support from accessibility advising, contact Student Success Customer Service to book an appointment with your accessibility advisor. To book a virtual or in-person appointment with an accessibility advisor or adaptive technologist, please contact us via: Email:studentsuccess@georgiancollege.caor phone: 1.877.722.1523. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Opportunities for drop-in support from the student success and accessibility advising teams will be shared in the coming weeks. Please check your emails and notifications for information about those sessions.
Access: Academic and Career Prep offices will move to regular operating hours as of Monday, Oct. 20. For more information, please check out the program webpage. Military-connected students and other inquiries can be directed to militaryconnected@georgiancollege.ca. Please also refer to the military-connected webpage. WSIB-sponsored students can connect with their student success advisor by individual staff email or via wsib-ssa@georgiancollege.ca.
Indigenous Services: Returning to traditional service.
Now that the strike is over, when will parking fees apply again? Also, I paid for a monthly or semester parking permit, but parking is free during the strike. Will I get a refund?
Paid parking will resume at the college starting Sunday, Oct. 26.
Monthly permits won’t be available for October. Only daily rates will be offered during this period. Given the unique circumstances surrounding the recent cessation of paid parking, we are implementing a one-time rate of $1.75 per day from October 26-31. This rate is available exclusively through the Honk app and at gated locations where applicable.
For employees enrolled in payroll deduction for parking, deductions will automatically resume on Oct. 26. No action is required on your part.
Monthly permits for November will be available for purchase online starting Friday, Oct. 24.
With respect to refunds, a refund will be processed for you in the coming weeks; you don’t need to do anything. You’ll receive a pro-rated refund based on the number of days parking was free during the strike. Because the strike began on Sept. 11, you’ll be refunded approximately two-thirds – or 19 days – of your September monthly permit fee, and approximately two-thirds – or 25 days – of your October monthly permit fee.
If you purchased a semester permit, your refund will also be calculated on a monthly pro-rated basis, using the same method to calculate the September and October refunds – the number of full or partial months during which parking was free.
And a friendly reminder: although parking is currently free, parking regulations remain in effect. You may still be ticketed or towed if you park illegally. Please ensure you’re parking only in designated areas.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we transition back to regular parking operations. If you have any questions, please contact the Parking Office at parking@georgiancollege.ca.
FAQs: Collective bargaining in Ontario
What is a union?
A union is an organization made up of workers who join to speak with one voice when talking to their employer about things like pay, benefits and job security.
What is collective bargaining?
Collective bargaining is the process where union representatives and the employer meet to negotiate a contract. Contracts cover important work-related issues like wages and hours.
What is a strike?
A strike is a legal form of work stoppage that occurs when contract negotiations between workers and their employer are unsuccessful. A strike is a tactic to pressure the employer to agree to the union’s demands by withdrawing all of their services.
How can I learn more information?
Bookmark this web page
Continue to check your Georgian College email for updates
It is unknown how long the strike may continue. Strikes can last for a day or for an extended period of time.
Is it only Georgian College that is on strike?
No. The strike impacts all 24 publicly funded colleges in Ontario.
Can Georgian College force striking employees back to work?
No. Strikes are part of the collective bargaining process protected by law. Neither Georgian nor any individual college can force striking employees back to work. Only the provincial government has the authority to pass legislation that could end the strike and require a return to work.
What is Georgian College doing to ensure everyone remains safe during the strike?
The safety of students, employees and the public is always Georgian’s priority. We have a picket line protocol you are encouraged to read to ensure picketers and motorists remain safe. If, at anytime, you feel that your safety, or the safety of anyone else is in jeopardy, call Campus Safety Services (CSS) at 705-722-5100 or use the Safe@Georgian app.
If police, fire or an ambulance is required, please call 9-1-1.
FAQs: Students
Academics
How will a strike impact my classes at Georgian?
Classes will continue as planned, though there may be delays getting on campus due to picketing. See information posted above about picket lines.
Some labs will be rescheduled and some classes may move online. Faculty will advise directly of any changes to class schedules.
How will the strike impact Lakehead-Georgian classes?
All Lakehead-delivered courses continue as planned. Some classes or labs may need to be rescheduled or moved online. Your professor will advise you directly of any change to class schedules.
How are dual credit and School within a College impacted?
School Within a College (SWAC/FLEX) and dual credit programs across all campuses will be delivered with some modifications. For more information regarding a specific course or program, please contact the guidance office at your high school.
Will my work-integrated learning (e.g. co-op, clinical placement, field placement, etc.) continue during the strike ?
Co-op and Career Preparation (CPHR 0001) classes is paused, but content will remain available for students.
Co-op work terms will continue, and students still seeking a co-op are encouraged to continue to job search and enter their work term record in GeorgianConnects for review/validation.
Clinical placements continue.
Support with co-op projects, work term approvals, work term concerns and time sensitive questions will be provided Monday to Friday, between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please email careerandcoop@georgiancollege.ca
Please note, Co-op Consultant and Employer Relations Consultant inquiries sent to direct emails will not be answered during a strike.
Will I need to complete my course assignments?
Yes. Faculty will advise of any change to how your courses are delivered, such as online or remote.
Will advising services will be available?
Immigration Advising
Students should search MyGCLife immigration resource page and if needed submit an inquiry through ServiceNow
Military Connected
Military Connected advising support will continue to be provided through militaryconnected@georgiancollege.ca for all locations and in-person at the Barrie Campus (K241) – Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Student Success Advising
Student Success Advisors will not be available to provide direct support. Students should seek resources through the MyGCLife and learning hub.
My visa will expire on or before September 30, 2025 and I need a proof of graduation letter to apply for an extension. What do I do?
Due to the strike, graduation letters will be processed in mid-October if the strike continues. However, we will do our best to audit your record for graduation, if you are able to submit a copy of your visa/study permit as proof of the upcoming September 30, 2025 expiry date. Submit it to the Office of the Registrar by submitting an inquiry and attaching the visa/ study permit through MyGCLife here.
I am an international student and have been approved for a scholarship. When will I see that on my student account?
Scholarships and bursaries will be applied to your student account when staff return after the strike is over.
Will the strike impact my immigration status as an international student?
No. Your classes are continuing, and you are expected to continue your studies or work-integrated learning as normal. If you have immigration-related questions during the strike, review the resources available on MyGCLife. As a study permit holder, you are expected to remain compliant and follow all conditions of your permit.
Would my post-graduation work permit eligibility be affected if I can’t study due to the strike?
Classes will continue and you would still be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recognizes that a strike would be beyond your control and your status as a study permit holder should not be affected.
Would I still be eligible to work off campus during the strike?
If you were eligible to work off campus 24 hours per week prior to the strike, you can continue to work maximum 24 hours per week and up to full-time hours only during the periods that are considered regularly scheduled breaks (e.g. Holiday break, Study Week, etc.).
I am a returning international student. Do I need to pay any outstanding fees?
Yes, you must pay your semester fees.
If your account has an unpaid balance, a hold is placed on your student account, which prevents you from registering into future courses, receiving letters of enrolment, graduation, and transcripts. Please be sure to pay your fees. Learn how to pay your fees here.
Fees and Student Accounts
Are student tuition fees still due
Yes, student fees were due on Sept. 16.
Due to the strike, we will not apply late fees at this time; however please be sure to pay your fees. Learn how to pay your fees here. We’ll update further as the situation evolves.
Will a late fee be charged if the payment I submitted before the deadline (Sept 16) is not showing on my account?
I am a domestic student, and I haven’t received my OSAP yet, do I need to pay my fees?
No. If you’re a domestic student and your OSAP is in progress, do not pay fees. A late fee will not be assessed. If it should be assessed in error, it will be removed.
I received an entrance award or renewable award. Will I still receive it?
What payments are being applied to my student account?
Only tuition payments made via Flywire, CIBC and Canadian bank payments are being applied to student accounts during the strike. Learn how to pay your fees here.
Why don’t I see other payments on my student account?
Awards, scholarships, bursaries, and third-party payments are not being applied to your student account during the strike. Third-party payments include cheques, bank drafts, sponsorships, band payments, WSIB, electronic funds transfers (EFTs), OSAP and OSLG payments, payments made to collections. These payments will be applied once the strike is over.
If I have withdrawn from my full program for this fall 2025 semester, when will I get my refund?
Any refunds will be issued 6-8 weeks after staff return. No refund requests or E-transfers are being processed.
Student Services
Are there changes to bus and transit routes to and from Georgian campuses?
Yes, there are several changes to transit routes.
Barrie Campus
Barrie Transit buses will divert around the regular college stops (stops 330, 331, 327, 328 and 335). Please use the temporary stops on Georgian Drive and Duckworth. Refer to the Barrie Transit map for details.
Direct connections will be maintained between Georgian College and RVH, via Routes 8, 100, 101 and the 400. The Routes travelling from RVH to/from Georgian College will be servicing Georgian College from the bus stops on the north and south side of Georgian Dr., just east of Governors Dr.
The City of Barrie also offers Specialized Transit for those with accessibility needs. Please call 705-792-5033 to book your ride. You need to be a registered, active client of Specialized Transit to be eligible for this service.
Midland Campus
Simcoe County LINX stop 600 at the Midland Campus is temporarily closed during the strike, with an alternate stop at 990 Jones Road. View the LINX route six map for details.
I paid for a monthly or semester parking permit, but parking is free during the strike. Will I get a refund?
Yes. Once the strike concludes, you will receive a pro-rated refund based on the number of days parking was free. Because the strike began on September 11, you will be refunded approximately two-thirds – or 20 days – of your September monthly permit fee, since the first 10 days of September were not free.
If you purchased a semester permit, your refund will also be calculated on a monthly pro-rated basis, using the same method to calculate the September refund – the number of full or partial months during which parking was free.
Please note that refunds will not be processed until the strike concludes.
And a friendly reminder: although parking is currently free, parking regulations remain in effect. You may still be ticketed or towed if you park illegally. Please ensure you are parking only in designated areas.
Will libraries remain open?
Yes, students will be able access libraries as follows:
Barrie Campus – Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Midland Campus – Monday to Friday, 10am to 2 p.m.
Orillia Campus – Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Owen Sound Campus – Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Will I be able to continue living in residence during the strike?
Yes. Students living in Georgian’s on-campus student residences in Barrie, Orillia or Owen Sound will continue with their existing lease agreements. Picket lines, however, may delay the time it takes to reach your residence.
Students in residence should remain in contact with their residence support and leadership team as needed.
Will I be able to get housing support?
Students are encouraged to access the housing portal for detailed information and resources to support off-campus housing.
Time sensitive/urgent housing support is available virtually by raising your hand in Navigate360. After hours emergency housing can be accessed through Campus Security, 705.722.5100.
What accessibility services will be available?
Returning students previously registered with accessibility services and receiving accommodations are encouraged to request that their current accommodations are sent to their faculty through ClockWork.
Semester 1, new to Georgian and returning students who have not previously registered with accessibility services can request services by completing this form.
If you’re a returning student who has previously met with an accessibility advisor or needs adaptive technology support, please use this form for inquiries related to updating your accommodations or submitting additional documentation.
Are Georgian Stores open?
You can pick-up your academic resources or Georgian swag in-person at the Barrie or Owen Sound Campus locations or order online and have them shipped to you.
Yes. Program tutoring is available and writing centers are open. Math support is available through our program tutors. Check availability and book appointments through Navigate360.
Will Testing Services be available?
Testing Services is available to support students who qualify for accommodated testing, as determined by Accessibility Services. To request a test, raise your hand in Navigate360 click on “I want to schedule an accommodated test” complete the questions, then check your student email and you will be prompted to complete a test request form. Download the Navigate Student app in your Appstore.
Accommodated test times will be scheduled by Testing Services in coordination with you and your faculty, and you’ll receive confirmation by email approximately 2-3 business days ahead of your test. Students will not be able to schedule individual tests in Clockwork during this time, the booking system is closed.
Tests may be scheduled Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and may take place outside of your regular class hours.
Please note that Missed/ Make-Up, External and Admission Testing is not currently available. To schedule a Missed/ Make-Up test, please consult with your faculty.
Will Career Hub services be available?
The Career Hub is open to provide resumé, cover letter, interview and job search support.
Barrie Campus (M240) – Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., M240
ONEcard support will continue to be provided at the Barrie Campus through the Athletic Centre and virtually provided to all campus locations through ONEcard@georgiancollege.ca. Card pickup locations will continue to be the Athletic Centre in Barrie and Orillia. For the Owen Sound Campus, ONEcards can be picked up at the library.
What mental health and well-being supports are available?
Counsellors are available to support students with mental health needs virtually and in-person through booked appointments and drop-in support.
Barrie (Library) and Orillia (A200) – Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Owen Sound (D105) – Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Getsid/Indigenous Student Counsellor is available in-person on the Barrie campus at the Indigenous Resource Centre (M137) or virtually. To book an appointment please email Karen Dowan or call 249.388.0836.
External supports
Good2Talk provides free, confidential support services for all postsecondary students living in Ontario. Call 1.866.925.5454, text “GOOD2TALKON” at 686868, or chat via Facebook Messenger
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1.855.242.3310.
International students have access to Guard.Me which is a free multi-cultural counselling service that can be accessed by phone or virtually online. This service can be used anytime. GuardMe Student Support Program: call 1.844.451.9700 or download the MySSP app
Due to the ongoing full-time support staff strike, Georgian made the difficult decision to postpone the Oct. 9 and 20 ceremonies. New dates will be shared once the labour disruption is resolved. Please check back at GeorgianCollege.ca/graduation.
I paid for my gown. Will I get a refund?
Yes. Refunds have been processed as of October 1 and have been refunded to your original form of payment. Please allow five to eight business days for the funds to appear on your card, depending on your card company’s processing time.
Note for ABSC graduates: Gowns for ABSC ceremonies are ordered through a different system. Refunds for ABSC gown orders will be processed after the labour disruption ends and staff have returned to campus. You’ll receive a confirmation email once your refund has been issued.
FAQs: Registration, programs, records, financial aid
Registration, programs and records
How do I register for classes? How do I change my registrations? What is add/drop?
Registration for the fall 2025 semester has ended. The last day to add/ drop courses was September 15 (the 10th day of the semester).
Should you wish to withdraw from your courses or program without academic penalty (no refund), you must submit your withdrawal request before November 15, 2025. You can find more information and how-to-withdraw steps in MyGCLife Knowledge Article.
I applied to graduate. Why have I not received a notification? What do I do next?
If you applied to graduate for summer and you have not received a notification of your graduation status, the following are possible reasons:
1. You are ineligible to graduate because:
a. you are missing requirements (e.g. co-op grade or other course(s) showing incomplete), or
b. you are currently enrolled in fall 2025 classes and your application to graduate has been moved to the fall graduation audit group
2. Your graduation audit is still in progress or pending the return of support staff when the strike is over.
Next Steps
1. You should review MyPath (link) to understand the status of your program requirements.
2. Consult with your program coordinator to determine your next steps for course enrolment/ program completion.
3. For our international students, you may wish to review information or consult with an immigration advisor if you have questions about graduation delays and your visa/ study permit.
Is the Office of the Registrar open?
There is no in-person service at Office of the Registrar, as we are focused on digital requests that come from our call centre (705-722-1511) and via MyGCLife. QR codes are posted outside the offices to connect you with self-serve information.
At the Barrie campus, there is some in person support in the lobby of the C building first floor.
How do I withdraw from a class? How do I withdraw from the term or college? Do I qualify for a refund of fees?
The deadline to withdraw with refund was September 15, 2025.
The last day to withdraw from your courses or program without academic penalty (no refund) is November 15, 2025 deadline. Follow the steps below or review more information at MyGCLife Knowledge Article (link). Please refer to Georgian’s Important Dates page.
If you choose to withdraw from the term/college during the strike, your withdrawal request will be accepted and processed once the strike is over. Please follow the instructions below to proceed with a withdrawal.
If you want to drop/withdraw from a few courses, this is done through the add/drop feature on Banner. Dropping courses may not result in a refund or credit on your account. It’s recommended you check your fees and contact your Financial Aid Officer if you’re an OSAP recipient. Part-time students will need to complete and submit the Withdrawal from part-time courses form.
If you wish to withdraw from the entire program, you must complete and submit the withdrawal form. International students should refer to the International Withdraw Package on MyGCLife.
The official date of withdrawal is the date your form is received by the Office of the Registrar. You’re not officially withdrawn if you don’t attend classes or verbally notify faculty, registration staff, student success advisors, counsellors, or any other college employee. Without official withdrawal, even if you don’t attend classes or participate in college activities, you’ll remain enrolled. You’ll be required to pay fees for that term and grades will be recorded as appropriate to the work you have submitted. If you withdraw after day 10 of the term (or published deadline) you’re responsible for paying full term fees charged.
How do I obtain proof of enrolment?
Use this link for more information on requesting an enrolment letter.
Enrolment letters are available for request through MyGCLife self-serve option, if you’re enrolled in classes full-time with no holds on your file, and no outstanding fees owning.
If you’re enrolled in co-op for this term, submit an inquiry through MyGCLife to request an enrolment letter.
How can I find out how much I still owe in fees for this term?
You can view your fees for the upcoming term in Banner. To check your balance owing:
Log into Banner .
Select Make a deposit payment and choose the upcoming term to see your fees.
Subtract any existing credits on your account. Find your balance by selecting View account summary by term in Banner. Credits will show as a negative balance.
Will there be a tuition refund for lost academic time?
If your learning is affected by the strike, decisions on refunds will be made by the provincial government, not individual colleges.
How do I determine if I’ve completed all the graduation requirements for my program? Do I have to apply to graduate?
You can review your MyPath record. This will reflect all final grades entered and show you if you meet the graduation requirements for your program. If anything is missing or you have questions about your program requirements, please reach out to your program coordinator for assistance.
Yes, you must apply to graduate. You can find the link to apply to graduate via:
MyPath- access through MyGCLife.ca and select “MyPath” from “My Quick Links”. The preferred and recommended browser for seamless use is Google Chrome.
If I have applied to graduate, when will I have a graduation audit on my record completed? What documentation is provided if I am determined to be a successful graduate?
Due to the strike, the audit of your records to determine graduation is delayed. Approximately 70% of graduate audits are complete for those students who applied to graduate in summer 2025. We hope to finish processing the remaining summer 2025 graduate audits by mid-October.
All other graduating terms will be processed after the summer 2025 group is completed.
An exception will be made for students with a job offer or if visa/study permits have an expiry deadline of September 30, 2025 (proof of the job offer letter or visa/study permit is required with the request).
Once deemed a graduate, an official graduate letter and PDF version of your transcript will be available in your MyGCLife (Quick links) Document Hub for free. You don’t need to request these documents. Please ensure you download and save them once they are uploaded. Documents will only be available in your Document Hub for four months.
You can view your unofficial transcript at any time by logging into your Banner account and selecting View academic records and fee account details.
My potential employer won’t hire me without a proof of graduation letter. What do I do?
Due to the strike, graduation letters will be processed in mid October. We will do our best to expedite graduation audit of your record if you submit your written offer of employment to the Office of the Registrar. Submit an inquiry and attach your offer letter through MyGCLife here.
I need proof of enrolment or proof of graduation, but I stopped attending my program or I completed my program without applying to graduate. How do I request what I need?
Due to the strike, graduation audits will be prioritized for summer 2025 students who applied to graduate or students who have proof of a job offer letter or whose visa/study permit will expire on or before September 30, 2025. Submit a request to registrar@georgiancollege.ca and include the following information:
full name
date of birth
name of your program
dates of attendance, e.g. fall 2023 and winter 2024, and if possible
Student ID number
Please do not send more than one request. We ask for your patience as you await a reply.
Awards, Scholarships and Bursaries
Is there any impact to the fall awards cycle?
The fall awards cycle closes Sept. 30. There may be an impact to the timeline for adjudication and distribution, depending on the length of the strike.
When will Extended Society Care bursaries be distributed?
Potentially eligible students will have been contacted already. Final eligibility and distribution of the bursary will be processed after the strike.
Financial aid, Thrifty Thursdays and Work Study
Is there any impact to Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) or Ontario Learn and Stay Grant (OLSG) processes and deadlines?
If you’ve submitted an email about your OSAP or OLSG or have documents that require processing, these will be processed after the strike in date order of when they were received (oldest to newest). There may be some delays to OSAP processing. To avoid further delays, be sure to log into the OSAP portal and check your message centre for instructions.
I have not received any OSAP. How do I check my status?
I see in my OSAP portal that Georgian College needs to confirm my enrolment. When will my enrolment be confirmed?
When all documents are received and approved, and everything matches between Banner and OSAP, then confirmation of enrolments are being processed daily and automatically.
Delays occur when manual review is required. You may be in the manual queue because your program does not match, your courseload is different or your information does not match between Banner and OSAP. Manual confirmations of enrolment are being processed but are delayed, due to the support staff strike.
I have received an OSAP payment to my personal account but not to my student account. What should I do?
If you are expecting OSAP, do not pay your tuition. There will be no late fee. OSAP and OSLG payments will be applied to your student account once the strike is over and staff have time to process payments.
I see in my OSAP portal that I need to upload documents, but I already submitted the documents (in the portal or by fax or through the financial aid email). How long will processing take?
These typically take 3-6 weeks to be processed from the date of upload and will be delayed further due to the strike. When staff return, they process the documents in the order in which they were received.
Fall 2025 documents will be prioritized in the order in which they were received.
I have received an OSAP payment to my personal account, and did not see OSAP paying my student account, so I have paid money to Georgian. How do I receive my non-OSAP money back?
Refunds will be processed after the strike.
I am in school and have a previous loan but don’t want to pay while I’m studying. What do I do?
If you’re back in school full-time and have previous OSAP loans, then you must ensure that they are placed into interest-free status. When your loans are in interest-free status, you don’t have to make payments on the interest and principal.
I’m an OSAP recipient and want/have to withdraw from college. Am I eligible for a refund?
Refunds are subject to the refund policy. If you’re eligible for a refund and consistent with OSAP policy, the college would send the full amount of any tuition refund to the National Student Loan Service Centre (NSLSC) for credit against your outstanding loan balance. Please note refunds will be processed after the strike.
Is there any impact to BSWD processes and deadlines?
All BSWD applications will be paused until after the strike. Applications will be processed in order of receipt.
Will Thrifty Thursday workshops continue during the strike?
Yes, we’ll continue to host our Thrifty Thursday workshops. Visit our website for more information.
Will Work Study hiring continue for work study positions?
Financial Aids and Awards will confirm eligibility for employers who request it during the strike. Hiring timelines are set by the employer and therefore hiring may be paused by the employer.
How do I contact Financial Aid and Awards during the strike?
Please email financialaid@georgiancollege.ca and include a brief description of what you need, your full name (first and last) and your student number.
Where can I find more information?
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For questions about the status of your application, you can visit your Applicant Portal. You can track your application using the admission requirements checklist and accept your offer by clicking on the link to OCAS.
How do I submit a document to Admissions (e.g., my final transcript, a copy of my study permit, etc.)?
Domestic applicants should request transcripts through their OCAS application.
International applicants can submit any admissions-related documents within their IAS application.
For all other admissions-related documents (e.g. study permit, supplementary forms, etc.), send via email to admissions@georgiancollege.ca.
Can I still apply to Georgian College for a future intake?
Yes. We’re currently accepting applications for the Winter 2026 and Summer 2026 intakes. You can submit your application through the Ontario College Application System (OCAS). The 2026-27 application cycle will open on the OCAS website later this fall.
I have previous postsecondary education or relevant work experience. Can I apply for transfer credits?
For other transfer information such as how to pay the PLAR or LOP fee this is where you can find our additional resources.
I already submitted a petition. How can I check the status?
You can check the status of your petition from your system dashboard. Please login to the system here. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact CPL@georgiancollege.ca
I applied for a program in Winter 2026. Do I still need to submit my tuition deposit before the October 15 deadline?
Yes, you should pay your tuition deposit before the October 15, 2025 deadline to secure your seat. Your tuition deposit will enable you to register for courses. Learn how to pay your fees here.
I don’t meet the academic entrance qualifications for the program I’m applying to at Georgian College. What should I do?
Due to the ongoing labour disruption, Georgian College is not facilitating admission tests. Please continue to follow the existing process by completing the admission test request form. Once submitted, you will be placed in a queue and Testing Services will reach out to you in the coming weeks.