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Welcome
GREETINGS FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome to Confederation College!
Our Board of Governors and our entire
Throughout the New
academic and corporate team look forward
Student Guidebook
to welcoming you to our College and know
you will see QR codes
you will enjoy our leading-edge facilities,
that link you to further
equipment, and services.
information/resources
You will find your faculty know you by related to that section.
name and will help guide you through your
studies. A number of student support Scanning a QR code
services are available to you including counselling and tutoring, and all on an iOS or Android
our staff are equally committed and ready to support you. device is easy. Simply
view the QR code
We encourage you to get involved in and support the initiatives of through the camera
the Student Union of Confederation College Inc. (SUCCI) and Oshki (don’t take a picture)
Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA). Participate fully in college life and click the weblink
in, and outside of, the classroom. that appears on the
screen.
Aniin, Boozhoo, Wachiyea to our Indigenous Students. A big welcome
to the students in our regional campuses and those joining us through
Distance Education. To our International students, we are very excited you
have chosen Confederation College.

For those who are returning, welcome back! We will continue to provide you
with excellent education and support as you continue with your studies.

It is an exciting time for confederation college and we are extremely happy

to welcome you. We wish you a successful and fulfilling Academic Year.

Kathleen Lynch

LAND As part of the colonial history of Canada, non-Indigenous peoples have derived
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT benefit from what the Royal Commission on Truth and Reconciliation defines as
the “cultural genocide” of Indigenous peoples in this country.

At Confederation College, we accept our responsibility in a national reconciliation

process and acknowledge that we are accountable for this tragic history. We
are working to address injustices against Indigenous peoples and honouring our
relationships with communities.

In renewing and building reconciliation processes, we are respecting the leadership

of Indigenous peoples in changing the educational landscape. It is against this
backdrop that Confederation College acknowledges that it is on Indigenous land
and recognizes the presence of the Métis and Inuit peoples in the area.
We know college is exciting but
can also be overwhelming! Your
New Student Guidebook is a
guide to all things Confederation
College. Utilize this guidebook
to learn about student services,
registration information,
transitioning to campus,
and academic success.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ORIENTATION 1
COLLEGE + YOU 3
FINANCES 6
REGISTRATION 8
STUDENT BUSINESS 10
TRANSITION TO CAMPUS 13
ACADEMIC SUCCESS 20
ARE YOU READY? 21

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Orientation
Orientation is your introduction and official welcome to
Confederation College. From now until graduation, you will
receive lots of important information related to being a student
at Confederation College. Being properly prepared as well as
knowing what we offer will make your transition to college
much easier and more fulfilling.

Reasons why YOU should participate in Orientation

1 GET READY 2 GET SET 3 GO

Become familiar with Get to know your way around Embrace the college community
campus life, resources, and campus and familiarize by connecting with other new
support services available yourself with academic students and your faculty,
to you. Understanding the expectations. Exploring the meet new friends, and get to
range of available resources campus beforehand assists know your way around campus.
will empower you to make in reducing the anxiety Participating in student
informed decisions and seek and stress associated with activities, academic workshops,
help when needed. navigating a new environment. and campus tours helps you
get a head start on your college
journey and maximizes your
ORIENTATION WEBSITE potential for success.
As a new student there’s lots to keep track of.
Our orientation website is another place to find
information that provides you with everything you
need to know in order to start your year off right.
www.confederationcollege.ca/orientation

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Online Orientation
We’ve created an online orientation program
full of helpful advice and tips to help you
prepare for your time at Confederation
College! New Student Online Orientation will
provide you with an overview of the supports
and services available to you during your
journey with us.

By participating in this Orientation program,

you will gain an understanding of the
following topics:

• Orientation Checklist - a review of key

items you need to complete

• Student Conduct and Safety

• Enrolment and Financial Aid LOOK FOR

These modules are *mandatory* to
• Technology and Online Learning THE LINK
complete, but don’t worry! As you
UNDER THE
achieve key milestones in the online
• Student Success and Academic Supports LAUNCHPAD IN
Orientation modules, you’ll earn the
MYCAMPUS
• Student Life chance to win great prizes!
PORTAL

Welcome to Campus!
In-person Orientation and the beginning of semester 1 provides
a variety of activities: social, educational, and academic events,
and online and in-person sessions. Program Orientation is
*mandatory* to attend for all first-year students.

• Meet with your program coordinator, faculty, and classmates

• Learn about what you need to succeed in your program

• Join SUCCI, your Student Union, for a FREE lunch

• And much more!

Check your Confederation College email

frequently for information on Orientation.

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College + You
myCampus Portal
The MyCampus portal is the single point of access to the majority of IT systems and information at
the College. Logging into the student portal gives you access to a wide variety of resources from the
Launchpad including frequently used applications, your college email, and direct links to services and
supports you will need to be successful in your time as a student. This includes links to all Confederation
College learning and information platforms. It also includes:

• Announcements/News information collected from the college website

• A link to view upcoming events in the College Events calendar

• An ability to reset an expired or forgotten password

The simplest and easiest way to access various Confederation College applications is by starting at
the portal: http://portal.confederationcollege.ca. Login with your College account information when
prompted to gain access.

Your Username is located in the top right corner of your Acknowledgement Letter. The initial password
format is as follows:

Fn##############

F = First letter of first name CAPITALIZED

n = First letter of last name lowercase

# = Your 14-digit student number (All student numbers will always start with ‘22663’ and then have
your individual student number after that i.e. 100123123)

Example: A student named David Smith with Student ID: 22663100123123, will have a password of:
Ds22663100123123.

Please note: Usernames and Passwords are Case Sensitive

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 Blackboard
There are two ways in which online learning can take
place: synchronous or asynchronous environments.
In a synchronous environment, students and
instructors have instantaneous or “real-time”
interaction. There is a set class time that students
are expected to attend virtually. In an asynchronous
class, there is no weekly lecture to attend and you
work at your own pace according to the deadlines in
your syllabus.

Blackboard is Confederation College’s primary

academic e-learning tool. Within it, College
faculty can setup ‘virtual’ classrooms where
students can access a variety of information
myCampus Portal as well as activities pertaining to each of your
classes. Blackboard courses can include:

• Course/teacher announcements
Email (O365)
From now until graduation, you will receive lots of • Tests/quizzes
important information related to being a student at
Confederation College. Your college email address is • Student marks
our primary means of communicating with you. We
• Course documents
may have used your personal email in the past so
now is a good time to get used to the change! Some of your classes may be fully online through
We strongly recommend that you check your Blackboard, some may be a hybrid of both
college email account every day in-person and Blackboard instruction, and
SCAN ME
to keep up to date on important others may use
TO ADD YOUR
dates, events, and class Blackboard to
COLLEGE
information (Ex. username@ enhance the class by DID YOU KNOW?
E-MAIL TO
confederationcollege.ca). supplementing with
YOUR Blackboard offers a
Look for the link to your course material.
SMARTPHONE! ‘Student Resources’
email under the Launchpad in website full of
myCampus portal. Look for the link to
documentation,
your Blackboard
FAQ’s, and videos
under the Launchpad to help you use
Office 365 in myCampus portal. Blackboard. Scan
The Microsoft Office suite of applications is Confederation me to learn more!
the standard software used and supported at College students can
Confederation College. As a Confederation also download the
College student you now have access to the Blackboard Mobile
complete suite of applications: Word, Excel, Learn app to use
PowerPoint, Publisher, Forms, Teams, etc. It is Blackboard on your
accessible by all students under the Launchpad in mobile device for FREE!
myCampus portal.

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Banner Information System “What if I want to take another program?” you ask?
The “What If” feature allows you to select a different
Banner is Confederation College’s official program so you can see the course work is required
platform for all of your student records. You can for that program. It will display the courses you
use the Banner System to: already have that satisfy course requirements for
the program as well as what courses you still need to
• View/maintain contact information
take. (As an example, ‘What if’ I want to take Practical
• Complete course registration and payment Nursing after taking Pre-Health? This feature will
show you which courses are required for the program
• View registration status along with ones you may not have to repeat.)

• View academic records You can access DegreeWorks in the Launchpad in

myCampus portal.
• View class schedule (timetable)

• Download Tax forms (T2202a)

SAFE Campus App
• Order official transcripts
Confederation College is committed to
• And much more... maintaining a safe learning and working
environment for everyone. SAFE stands for
Look for the link to Banner under the Launchpad
in myCampus portal. • Sexual assault and violence free

• Accessible supports and services

DegreeWorks • Fair and impartial treatment
DegreeWorks is an assessment tool to assist
• Engaged and inclusive community
you in tracking your progress throughout your
program. Think of it as your virtual academic Download the Safe Campus app on IOS or Android.
advisor when you aren’t sure what courses you
have to take or if you want to take another
program when you’re finished with the first one! HELPDESK
With DegreeWorks you can see: The Confederation College Computer
Services Department is responsible for
• Courses you have completed
providing all information technology (IT)
• Courses in progress and audio visual services to the College
community. This includes student network
• Courses still required accounts, computer labs, help desk services,
network/internet/wireless services, all
• Grades for each course you have completed
academic software, printing as well as
• Pre-requisites for future classes all other technology-related resources.
Students may contact the Help Desk
• Additional classes you have taken outside for any computer or technology related
of the program technical support.

• Transfer credits Location: Shuniah building, 3rd floor

• Overall and Program GPA Contact: 807 475 6488,

[email protected]

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Finances
Budgeting
Paying your educational costs is an important part of being a student at Confederation College.
A budget is a tool that will help you plan and manage your finances. Creating your own budget
puts you in control of your money and tracking income and expenses can help you plan and save.
There are many different ways to keep track of your budget but the most important thing to
remember is to choose one and stick to it. You can use a pen and paper, budgeting apps, or your
online banking to track your spending and set goals. Let’s create a budget together:

MONEY COMING IN (Income) MONEY GOING OUT (Expenses)

Firstly, you need to work out how much Next, think carefully about every possible
money is available to you. Think carefully expense you may encounter for the year.
about every possible source of revenue
and list them out.
Tuition
Savings Program fees
SCAN ME
Family contribution Rent
FOR A
Student loans Groceries/meal plan READY-TO-FILL
Line of credit Books, course supplies BUDGET
Scholarships/Bursaries Entertainment WORKSHEET!
RESP Bills (cell phone, car)
Future employment earnings Personal (clothing, toiletries)
Other Other
TOTAL INCOME $ TOTAL EXPENSES $

I N CO M E – E X P E N S E S = $ YO U R B U D G E T

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 OSAP is available for many full-time and part-time
programs. For OSAP purposes, you’re in full-time studies
I N CO M E – E X P E N S E S = if you’re taking 60% or more of a full course load. If
$ YO U R B U D G E T you have a permanent disability, you may choose
to be considered a full-time student if you’re taking
If you have a positive result then you are in a good
at least 40% of a full course load. The Financial Aid
financial position based on your expected income
department or your Student Success Advisor can help
amounts.
you determine if you are meeting those requirements.
If you have a negative amount, you may need to
adjust your budget by looking for ways to reduce
Scholarships and Bursaries
expenses or increase your income. Need help
with this? Confederation College offers a number of
scholarships, bursaries and awards to students to
• Reduce extras like daily coffee and using Skip the
assist with their educational costs. These are given
Dishes.
out based on financial need, academic achievement
• Cut phone and transportation costs by switching or extra-curricular/community involvement. On
to the minimum package that meets your needs average, student awards exceed $400,000 each year.
and utilizing your College bus pass.
• Entrance awards are available for students entering
• Buy used books instead of new. the first year of their program at Confederation
College as a full-time student.
• Use debit instead of credit.
• In-program awards are available for students attending
• Switch to a student-banking package with no full-time. These are awarded in the winter semester.
monthly fees and unlimited transactions.
• Other awards become available during the school
• Use student discounts and coupons for products year. In some cases students are notified via email
and services on and off campus. or you can check the website using the QR code.

• Speak with our Financial Aid Department. They

are here to help you manage paying for your Learn more about applying for
tuition and other College expenses while you scholarships, bursaries, awards,
study. They administer scholarships, bursaries, and OSAP here!
awards, and OSAP.

Campus Employment
OSAP
SUCCI Campus Employment Service administers a
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is part-time employment program for full-time
a financial aid program that can help students pay postsecondary students on campus. These job
for college or university including tuition, books, opportunities can give you some experience in your
equipment, living expenses, and child care. OSAP field, customer service, and of course a little extra
is open to Ontario residents who are Canadian money in your pocket. The majority of positions are
citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons. recruited for at the beginning of each semester and
are posted at “Student Jobs on Campus” at
OSAP offers two types of funding:
succi.com. Limited positions are available
Grants: money you don’t have to pay back and students must qualify through
the Campus Employment application
Loan: money you need to repay once you’re process. Visit the SUCCI website for
done school more information!

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 The College Conversation
Many terms and definitions related to registration,
courses, and your program will be new to you. Here
are a few to familiarize yourself with:

Academic Dates Calendar: Important dates

and deadlines such as college closures, payment
deadlines, withdrawal dates etc. Available on our
website.

Block/section: A group of courses put together in

a set timetable. Your program may have multiple
‘block’ options (timetables) to choose from or you
may not have a choice!

Registration Core courses: Mandatory courses you must study

to meet the requirements of your program. Think
of them as the building blocks!

CS courses: Mandatory Communications courses

that are generally geared toward your subject area
Registration Prep (I.e. Health, Business, Technology).
Once you have accepted your offer into your Full-time vs. part-time: There are several
program and arranged for your fees to be paid you definitions to determine whether a student is
are required to register for your classes! All full- considered to be attending classes full-time
time students must web register every semester and the definition is dependent upon its purpose
and all college programs have specific course (OSAP, sponsored students, International
requirements. You can review these requirements students, students with documented disabilities
and course descriptions on your program’s etc). Please check with your Student Success
webpage or DegreeWorks (we talked about this Advisor or the Information Hub for inquiries
on page 5!). Depending on your program you may regarding your course load.
have a great deal of choice and flexibility in your
schedule or you may have none. General Elective courses: Courses with general
interest topics. Students in two or three year
In order to register for your courses we must have college programs must complete a
received your payment or have proof of payment minimum of three General Education
on your account (OSAP, sponsorship). electives. For some courses you may
If you are an International Student you be able to choose the topic while
must also have received your Visa. others are chosen for you.
You can review tuition requirements
and payment obligations on our website. Labs/testing blocks: Some courses have
placements, labs, and testing blocks. If so, these
Every full-time student who is following the must be registered for in the web registration
regular flow of courses outlined in your program process.
must web register. If you have an academic plan
outside of the set courses for a given semester Pre-requisite: A course or set of courses that
you will not be able to web register. Your Program must be completed before continuing on to a
Coordinator or Student Success Advisor will assist second specific course.
with registering you manually.

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Registering for courses Once you have registered for your classes
you’ll want to check your timetable often.
Registering online is quick and easy. Web Do NOT take a photo of your timetable as class
registration opens approximately 1.5 - 2 times and locations are subject to change.
months before your classes begin and stays
open ten business days into the term. In To view your timetable:
order for you to make any changes to your
1. Log in to the MyCampus portal
schedule you will need to log back into the
Web Registration portal, visit the Information 2. Select “Banner Information System”
Hub, or talk to your Student Success Advisor from Dashboard on the left
within that time frame. We recommend that
you register as soon as registration opens so 3. Click on “Student Services” > “Academic
you have your choice of schedules and elective Information”
courses. Once they’re full, they’re full!
4. Click on “Student Timetable” to see a
Instructions to Web Register: week by week schedule

1. Go to: http://portal.confederationcollege.ca At this time it would be beneficial for you

to check DegreeWorks to ensure you are
2. Log in with “username” and “password”* registered in everything you are supposed
to be.
3. Click on “Banner Information System”

4. Click on “Postsecondary Web Registration”

5. Follow the on screen instructions to

complete your registration!

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Student Business
Congratulations on registering for your classes! Now it’s time to set yourself up for a smooth and
successful semester. There are many perks of being a Confederation College student and we want you to
take advantage of them!

Get your College Student uPass

Photo ID Card The uPass is an environmentally friendly, cost
Your student ID card is used to identify you as a saving, and safe service which allows unlimited use
student at Confederation College and gives you of the city bus, any time, any day, anywhere that
access to many benefits and services. This acts Thunder Bay Transit provides service. All full-time
as your bus pass (Thunder Bay Transit), library post-secondary students at the Thunder Bay
card, SUCCI Wellness Centre membership card, campus starting in the Fall or Winter semesters
cafeteria dining card, printing card and more. receive a uPass. Students who start in the Spring/
Summer semester have the
Thunder Bay students: visit the Paterson Library opportunity to opt-in for a fee.
in the Shuniah Building to get your ID card – make DID YOU KNOW?
sure to be photo-ready! Your Confederation College Thunder Bay
student ID card will act as Transit is on Google
Regional and Distance Educations students: you your uPass. Show the Transit Maps. Simply
may apply for a Student Photo ID Card online. enter your origin
Operator the front of your
Once processed, Student Cards will be mailed and destination
student card and go anywhere
to the campus for distribution. Students will be on Google Maps,
Thunder Bay Transit provides
notified by their College e-mail when they are click the transit
service. Your uPass is valid
ready to be picked up. icon, and Google
until August 31. If you lose your
will plan your trip
Please note that you will only be able to receive student card, you have also
for you. For real-
your Photo ID Card 24 hours AFTER you register. lost your uPass so keep it safe!
time departure
Students who live outside the
information, visit
Thunder Bay Transit service area www.nextlift.ca on
can request to opt-out of the your computer or
uPass with proof of residency mobile device.
and be issued a refund.

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Textbooks and Course Supplies
Purchasing the required textbooks and course
supplies required for your program is essential
for success. The college Bookstore is located in
the Shuniah Building on the Thunder Bay campus
and is accessible online. Students can check
their class book list using your student number at
http:txbk.info/confederation.

The bookstore has a wide variety of merchandise

for sale including:

• Textbooks, textbook rental, digital textbooks,

reference books, general interest reading

• Course supplies

• College clothing and gifts

Parking Permit
• Snacks
All vehicles intending to park at the Thunder Bay
We will match the prices on textbooks with our campus require a valid parking permit.
competitors! Please see bookstore for details.
JUST HERE FOR THE DAY?
We recommend that you wait until you are There is a Pay and Display Booth located at the
officially registered into your program-of-study Golf Links Road entrance and Balmoral Street
and have your official timetable before ordering/ entrances.
purchasing textbooks. In addition, we recommend
that you do not open textbook packages until ON CAMPUS OCCASIONALLY?
after your first day of class to verify with your A Smart Card can be purchased at the Follett
instructors that you have the right book and Bookstore at a 30% savings over daily passes.
version required for the course.
LONG TERM PARKING?
If you are a sponsored student you can order your You’ll need to register for a parking permit online.
books online. Once you are on the ‘payment’ screen Log into myCampus Portal and select the Parking
click the ‘sponsorship’ tab, enter your student ID icon on the left. Once you have reserved your
number, and click ‘find accounts’. Input your contact permit online you can pick up your parking pass at
information and a password. Your final step is to Facilities Services in the Shuniah building.
complete the order. You will now see your sponsoring
For more information please visit
agency and your available textbook funds.
www.confederationcollege.ca/parking

STUDENT LOCKERS
Lockers are available in all College academic buildings on the Thunder Bay campus as convenient locations in
which to store your valuables and are available to current students of the college for a nominal fee.
All lockers in the Locker Rental Program come with assigned locks. Lockers must be pre-paid either
online or at the Information Hub. Once you have paid for your locker (on-line or in-person), stop by
the Public Safety - Security Office to pick-up your locker number and your lock combination.

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Academic Preparation

PREPARE UNDERSTAND ENGAGE

Set yourself up for success Understand the marking and Be proactive and stay
attendance scheme organized
• Log into myCampusPortal
and college email. • Review course syllabi to • Keep track of all your upcoming
understand expectations. dates for assignments and
• Review your course timetable. tests with either your Outlook
• Take note of due dates and
• Review the Academic calendar or the SUCCI
overlaps in tests between
Calendar containing Handbook (make sure you’ve
classes.
important college dates. picked yours up!)
• Ask questions if you are unsure • Time management, reading
about assignment details.
SCAN ME FOR textbooks efficiently, taking
IMPORTANT • Understand how your notes in class, studying for
DATES! assignment weights exams, and academic writing
contribute to your final marks. are key skills to develop as
a college student. Speak

*
• Buy required course with your Student Success
materials and supplies. UNDERSTAND Advisor if you are struggling.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
• Complete any required Academic dishonesty • Begin studying for tests and
medical tests, police record takes the form of any kind exams well in advance.
checks. of cheating in academic
• Form a study group to review
work including taking credit
homework and assignments.
Know your academic rights for the work of others
and responsibilities (plagiarism/cheating),
misrepresenting your own Know where to get help and
• Right to be free from work, making up information, ask questions
discrimination, harassment, and helping others do the
bullying, violence and • Do not wait to ask for help!
same. Academic dishonesty
disruption in all college is a violation of academic • Have open and honest
environments. integrity. As a student you communication with your
are responsible for reading instructor and/or your
• Responsibility to become
the college policy and Program Coordinator.
familiar with college
understanding expectations
policies, procedures, rules
of academic integrity as • Utilize tutoring services and
and regulations and to
well as the consequences the Writing Centre before
respectfully advocate for
for violations. Confederation you’re struggling.
yourself when necessary.
College follows the APA • Chat with Accessibility
• Visit www. style of documentation. Services if you’re having
confederationcollege.ca/ Visit the Writing Centre trouble due to a disability.
academic-policies for for assistance
more information and full with properly • Make use of The Learning Portal
academic policies. referencing and the Library for research and
sources. academic skills support.

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Transition to Campus
The Information Hub
The Information HUB is your one-stop center to access a range of support services
and information, advice, and guidance. Whether you are deciding on a program,
applying to college, registering for classes, making a payment or completing an OSAP
application, we are here to help.

WE CAN HELP YOU WITH: • Obtaining a transcript • General inquiries and

important dates
• Confirming your program • Tuition payments
• Referrals to other
• The Ontario Student • Transfer credits departments, services
Assistance Program (OSAP)
• Convocation or supports
• Registering for courses

Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor or at your local regional campus

Contact: [email protected]

Food Services
Crafted just for you, meal plans make dining on campus convenient and easy. Your meal plan dollars are
loaded right onto your student ID card and can be used at all dining locations on campus. You can add
additional funds throughout the year if you’re getting low.

Ryan Hall Cafeteria, the main dining hall in the Shuniah Building at the Thunder Bay campus, is designed to
provide you with an enjoyable place to dine and a relaxing place to study. Ryan Hall offers a
variety of food stations including The Grill, Tim Hortons, Verde (100% plant-based cuisine),
wood-fired pizza, south Indian cuisine, soup, snacks, and drinks. We have additional food service
locations in our other buildings on campus.

Location: Sodexo main office located across from Ryan Hall, Shuniah building 2nd floor

Baabaashi Gibichii, a recently-opened coffee counter on campus, serves Birch Bark Coffee.
HIDDEN This organic, Fair Trade coffee is SPP (Simbolo de Pequeños Productores) certified, meaning
GEM that it’s grown and produced by farmers that are Indigenous descendants. Find us in the
REACH Atrium in the Shuniah building.

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Health and Wellness
HEALTHCARE COVERAGE

Domestic Students
All full-time domestic post-secondary students at Confederation College are enrolled in a
Student Health & Dental Plan. The plan, administered by SUCCI, provides flexible insurance
designed especially for students. All students are automatically enrolled in the Balanced
Plan with the option of increasing coverage. Visit www.wespeakstudent.com for more
information about your plan and available coverage.

If you currently have coverage on a Health & Dental Plan through either a parent or spouse you can opt
out of the college health plan and receive a refund.

International Students
All international students registered at Confederation College are provided with health insurance.
Enrolment is coordinated through the International Education Centre and the health insurance plan is
provided by StudyInsured, under the “Explore Canada” plan. This plan is designed to provide
you with comprehensive coverage during your studies at Confederation College. Once
enrolled you will be contacted via your college email after the start of the semester and
provided with a policy number, a policy e-card, and related information. Be sure to review
this carefully.

IMPORTANT: Visit the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital for true medical emergencies only. The
Emergency Department at the hospital is not for routine ailments or common medical conditions.
Your claim may be denied if you request emergency services for common complaints. Please book an
appointment through our Health Centre for these instances instead.

HEALTH CENTRE

Learning to take care of your own health will be a very important part of your life as a college student.
Confederation College’s Health Services Centre provides primary health and mental health care to
on-campus and regional students. Health Services is open throughout the academic year to enable
students’ access to medical services to help them become active participants in their own health care.

Regular clinics are offered during the school year, excluding holidays. Medical professionals will provide:

• Primary care of episodic illness and chronic medical conditions; such as Asthma, Diabetes, and Hypertension

• Physicals – Annual, 3rd Party, Ministry of Transportation

• TB Skin Testing and advice with regard to compulsory health requirements for specific programs

• Birth Control, PAP & STI Testing

• Health Counseling – Nutrition, Birth Control, Sexuality, Stress Management, Diabetes, etc.

Most medical services are paid by OHIP if you are an Ontario resident. A valid health card
must be presented at each visit. Out of province and International students should read
their insurance policy carefully to determine their coverage.

Location: Shuniah building, 1st floor

Contact: To book an appointment please email [email protected],
call (807) 475-6169, or visit the clinic to speak with reception.
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DENTAL CLINIC

The John Andrews Foundation Dental Clinic provides dental hygiene

services to both Confederation College and the surrounding community.
All care is provided by Dental Hygiene and Level II Dental Assisting
students. Appointments and treatments are based on your individual
needs and may include an oral assessment, cleaning and scaling, polishing,
and fluoride. You can even get whitening trays and sports mouth guards for
an additional fee!

Location: Shuniah building, 1st floor

Contact: to book an appointment call (807) 475-6436 or visit
the clinic to speak with reception.

MINOWAADIZIIWIN – SUCCI WELLNESS CENTRE

Staying active and healthy plays an important role in your success as a

student. If you’re not feeling well it’s hard to concentrate! Minowaadiziiwin,
our on-campus wellness centre, is a multi-use facility with fitness equipment
and exercise spaces to promote students’ health and well-being. Students
receive a membership to the Wellness Centre as part of their annual student
fees. Fitness programs, fitness testing and personal training are available for
additional fees. The variety of equipment, men’s and women’s saunas, and
large windows overlooking a natural setting make our Wellness Centre an
elite exercise facility in Thunder Bay.

Location: Adjacent to the Shuniah Building C-Wing

Contact: [email protected]

ATHLETICS

SUCCI, your student association, is proud to support and sponsor athletics

at Confederation College. We offer competitive opportunities in both
varsity and sports teams including golf, indoor soccer, cross-country
running, and curling. Students interested in becoming a Thunderhawk must
be a full-time Confederation College student and must attend the Sport
Meet & Greets in September. Visit thunderhawksathletics.com for up to
date information on tryout dates, coaches, competition schedule, and more.

Location: Shuniah building, SUCCI office

Contact: www.thunderhawksathletics.com

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 CAMPUS RECREATION

Looking for less competition and more of a fun, relaxed time? We offer our
students a variety of activities and events that will entice all participation
levels. Think dodgeball, floor hockey, holiday parties, cricket,
bocce ball, soccer, table tennis, badminton, curling, skiing and
snowboarding... the list goes on! No experience necessary,
only the willingness to have fun!

Location: Shuniah building, SUCCI office

Contact: [email protected] or www.succi.com

COUNSELLING AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Stress is a regular part of life as a student; what is important is to seek

out positive ways to cope and handle the stresses that arise from school,
work, family, and life, while you are a student. College can certainly be
overwhelming as you learn to balance multiple responsibilities and manage
your work load. If you are struggling or need support with a personal
issue the Counselling Department provides professional, confidential,
and friendly services that are available to all Confederation College
students that live within Ontario. Additionally, we are proud to continue
our commitment to student mental health and wellness through Mental
Health Crisis Navigator services. The goal of this role is to work
towards a whole-campus approach in effectively managing
mental health crises, and to safely connect students with
supports available either on campus or in the community.

Location: Shuniah Building, Student Success Centre

Contact: [email protected] or book online

TalkCampus

SUCCI and Student Success have partnered with TalkCampus, a secure online space where
you can connect with peers, share experiences, and offer peer to peer support. With anonymous
24/7 access, you can engage with peers from various schools and cultures and expand your
perspectives and networks of support. Sign up now and download the app today!

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 Indigenous Students
Negahneewin Student Services
Negahneewin Student Services provides supports specifically designed
to assist Indigenous students. We understand that transitioning to
College is sometimes challenging especially if you’re moving from a rural
or remote community. We can help you find accommodations, assist with
band funding/scholarship applications, and provide career and academic
advising. We will connect you to services within the college and in the
community, as well as connect you to Elders and traditional knowledge.
We provide culturally-appropriate events and programming that
create a welcoming and engaging environment for Indigenous
students. Between our Indigenous Student Navigators and our
Indigenous Student Counsellors we are here to help you!

APIWIN (“A place to sit”)

The APIWIN lounge is a quiet, safe learning space where students can
gather to rest, study, and complete coursework. Stop in any time and grab a
coffee, eat your lunch, meet with a study group, or access laptops and work
stations. Events that take place through APIWIN include:

• Beading and crafting • Feasts

• Workshops with artisans • Drumming and dancing

• Snowshoeing • Drum making

• Watercolour painting • Moccasin making workshops

• Sharing traditional food • Family camp fire nights

Join our Facebook page to stay up to date on our upcoming events:

www.facebook.com/groups/ApwinNegahneewinStudentServices

Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor

Contact: [email protected]

OSHKI-ANISHNAWBEG STUDENT ASSOCIATION (OASA)

OASA is an Indigenous-based student board and association committed to developing relationships with
Indigenous and Non-Indigenous students throughout Confederation College, Negahneewin College, and
communities in the surrounding area. We believe in providing an environment that is community-based,
welcomes diversity, and encourages sharing of Indigenous intellectual & cultural traditions.
Stop by the Apiwin Lounge or SUCCI/OASA Office to connect with student board members
or connect at cultural events happening across campus.
Location: OASA Office Room 160, Shuniah Building First Floor
Email: [email protected]

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 International Students
International Education Centre
The International Education Centre (IEC) offers a full range of services
to International students, ensuring your time at Confederation College is
both successful and enjoyable. International Students are encouraged to
check their College email regularly as this is the IEC’s main communication
method with students.

The IEC provides a full range of support to International students including:

• Advocating for international students on and off campus.

• Hosting activities and workshops of interest to International students

throughout the semester.

• Providing scholarships and bursaries to international students.

• Immigration and academic advising & other support services.

• Acts as a liaison and refers international students to relevant

departments and services within the college and broader community.

Location: Shuniah Building, 2nd floor

Contact: [email protected]

The International Education Centre has

also put together an International Student
Handbook full of everything you need to
know as an International student: travelling
to Canada, culture and norms, Canadian laws,
academic information, job searching, campus
services and SO much more!

SCAN THE QR CODE FOR

YOUR DIGITAL COPY!

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 SUCCI
The Student Union of Confederation College Inc. (SUCCI) is the student
government body that represents and serves Confederation College
students. All full-time post-secondary students are automatically members
of SUCCI. While your first priority as a college student is your academics
we maintain that life outside of the classroom is just as important. SUCCI
works hard all year long to create an event calendar full of activities to suit
a wide variety of tastes both in person and online.

• Student leadership opportunities

Make your voice heard! Whether you are interested in athletics, wellness
and diversity, social events, or you want to represent the students in your
program consider applying to be part of the SUCCI Board of Directors

• Social events, wellness, and diversity initiatives

Carnivals, coffee houses, Bingo, game shows, bus tours, karaoke, talent
shows, movie days, contests, breakfast and lunch!

• Thunderhawks Athletics and Campus Recreation

Check out the Health and Wellness section earlier in the book for more info!

• Campus Employment Service

Pick up your
Check out the Finances section earlier in the book for more info!
SUCCI Daytimer!
• Student clubs and communities
This comprehensive Form and participate in clubs & communities on campus. Clubs
guide dives in to enhance student life by providing recreation, athletic, fitness,
performance, and cultural, social and educational opportunities.
student life, college Funding is available through SUCCI to support clubs.
services, and
• Emergency Student Foodbank
contains a weekly Accessible to students in need. Visit us to find out more.

planner! All students And that’s just the beginning! Check out SUCCI’s monthly Event
will receive their Calendar in the hallways and in the bathrooms on campus, social media
(SUCCIOfficial), Student Portal, or succi.com to find out what SUCCI has
copy once they have planned for you!
their student card. Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor
Contact: [email protected]

PRIDE
Pride at Confederation College hosts 2SLGBTQIA+ events,
where students are able to make connections, have fun and
build community on campus. We aim to provide a safer space
that is celebratory and supportive for people of all genders and
sexual orientations. Stop by the SUCCI office for information
on how to get involved.

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Academic Success
Now that you have familiarized yourself with all of the services we offer you as a student, it’s time to
focus on why you’re here: academics! Your “Academic Success” is the overarching principle behind all
student services offered at Confederation College. To that aim, we offer several different services for you
as a Confederation College student to take advantage of.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE Accessibility Services

Our Student Success Centre can help you gain Student Accessibility Services (SAS) provides
the most from your college experience while support and accommodation for students with
ensuring you are set up to succeed in your studies. permanent and temporary disabilities. Services
You can get a head start on your college offered are designed for students who have
experience by planning ahead. Our approachable restrictions resulting from a learning, sensory,
staff work with you to ensure you have the tools physical, or mental health disability. All students
and resources necessary to be successful at with disabilities who require accommodations
Confederation College. must self-identify their needs directly to SAS.

Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor, across from

Student Success Advisors the Information Hub

Our Student Success Advisors (SSA’s) provide Contact: [email protected]

academic advisement and work together to help
you obtain the tools and resources necessary to be
Counselling Services
successful at college. We want you to discuss your
progress with us and express the challenges you Please check out the ‘Health and Wellness’ section
are experiencing so that we can help you meet for more information on how we support you!
your professional and academic goals during
your time at college. Be proactive and meet with
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE
us! Doing so will assist you in successfully meeting
WITH YOUR STUDENT SUCCESS
your program and graduation requirements and will
ADVISOR, ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES,
support you in starting a rich and gratifying career.
OR COUNSELLING SERVICES.

Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor, across from

the Information Hub

Contact: [email protected]

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 LIBRARY
The Paterson Library Commons provides access
to friendly staff, resources, equipment and study
facilities. With 24/7 access to electronic resources
– you can do your research anytime and anywhere.
We provide research assistance with a large variety
of print and e-resources, an extensive equipment
collection for rent (laptops, calculators, phone
chargers, presentation tools), and can help with
reserving a quiet space to study.

Location: Shuniah building, 1st and 2nd floors

Contact: [email protected] or visit

our website to speak with us through askON live chat

TUTORING AND WRITING

SUPPORT
Do you require help with your studies? Confederation
College offers both tutoring and writing support for THE LEARNING PORTAL
all current students! We offer both drop-in group
tutoring and one-to-one support in a variety of The Learning Portal is a useful online resource for
subject areas. The Writing Centre offers one-to-one students and faculty covering a wide range of
support with all writing assignments. The Writing academic topics. It provides free resources and
Centre is not an editing service but rather works to services for students that compliment what faculty
help students become stronger and more confident provide by way of formal classroom instruction.
writers and communicators. Don’t wait! Be proactive Within the portal are hubs that tutor students with
and get plugged into one of our great tutoring self-directed assignments, definitions or glossaries,
services early in the semester. and tips for assignment success. There’s a research
hub that connects students with Virtual Chat
Location: Shuniah Building, 1st floor in the Library assistance for help with research and citations.

Contact: Tutoring - academicsuccesscentre@

confederationcollege.ca, Writing Centre -
[email protected].

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BEFORE YOU NOW THAT LET’S GO!
REGISTER FOR YOU’VE
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Accept your Offer Learn more about SUCCI
of Admission at Get your student ID card
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Review your health and life
Arrange for funding dental plan
(OSAP, sponsorship, Review your program
bank loan) Purchase your map using Degree Works
textbooks and other
Complete online Check your college
class supplies
application for Entrance email regularly
Awards Contact Accessibility
Familiarize yourself with
Services (if required)
Pay your tuition campus
Complete all OSAP if
Find a place to live HAVE FUN!
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ca) often CAMPUS MAPS!

Access myCampus Purchase your parking

portal and college email pass

Review program Complete the online

webpage for important Orientation modules via
information myCampus portal

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