Will the start of the school year and classes be postponed?
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Will the start of the school year and classes be postponed?
Classes will begin as originally scheduled and in person on Sept. 5, 2023. We appreciate that there are many students, faculty and staff who remain under evacuation order or have been required to delay travel which will impact their start to the school year. We will work closely with those impacted to ensure they have the flexibility to start the semester off successfully. |
August 23, 2023 7:28pm | Classes, Exams, Teaching and Orientations and New Student Info | Faculty, Parents, Staff, and Students |
My travel or flights have been impacted by the wildfires, what will happen if I can’t get to Kelowna until after the start of term?
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My travel or flights have been impacted by the wildfires, what will happen if I can’t get to Kelowna until after the start of term?
Please rest assured that we will work closely with those impacted to ensure they have the flexibility they require to start the school year successfully. Once you have confirmed your travel arrangements, if your arrival date is after the start of the term, we encourage you to do the following:
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August 26, 2023 3:30pm | Orientations and New Student Info and Student Services | Faculty, Staff, and Students |
Will Jump Start still be taking place?
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Will Jump Start still be taking place?
On August 21, the difficult decision was made to cancel Jump Start. Refunds will be processed in September. Students will be contacted with information about their refund once available. |
August 23, 2023 6:50pm | Events and Orientations and New Student Info | Community, Faculty, Parents, Staff, and Students |
Are in-person campus tours taking place?
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Are in-person campus tours taking place?
In-person campus tours have been cancelled until Sept. 4. UBCO will continue to offer live, virtual campus tours. Students can book a tour online. |
August 23, 2023 6:50pm | Orientations and New Student Info, Spaces, Buildings, Operations, and Student Services | Community, Parents, and Students |
The neighbourhood I was moving into is currently under evacuation order, what can I do?
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The neighbourhood I was moving into is currently under evacuation order, what can I do?
If you have been displaced from your home or are facing financial challenges due to the wildfires, you can apply for Emergency Funding to request financial assistance through Enrolment Services. |
August 21, 2023 4:22pm | Orientations and New Student Info and Spaces, Buildings, Operations | Students |
My flight is scheduled to arrive to Kelowna this week, what should I do?
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My flight is scheduled to arrive to Kelowna this week, what should I do?
Given this unpredictable and rapidly evolving situation, we ask that you delay plans to travel to Kelowna until as close to the start of term as possible. Classes will begin on September 5. For students living in residence, move-in day will proceed on September 3. Contact your airline or travel provider to explain your situation and request a complimentary or reduced fee to change your travel date. Many airlines are offering complimentary rescheduling of flights into the area due to the recent airport closure and resulting flight delays. International students can contact the Global Engagement Office for additional support through ubco.global@ubc.ca. |
August 23, 2023 6:50pm | Orientations and New Student Info and Spaces, Buildings, Operations | Parents and Students |
I have family/friends that are coming to help me move in, are they allowed to stay in the hotels?
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I have family/friends that are coming to help me move in, are they allowed to stay in the hotels?
Effective August 23, the Provincial State of Emergency & Travel Restrictions for Kelowna was lifted. Restrictions are still in place for West Kelowna. Learn more at emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca |
August 22, 2023 6:13pm | Orientations and New Student Info and Student Services | Parents and Students |
When can I move into student housing?
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When can I move into student housing?
Move-in day will continue as planned on September 3. At this time, we are unable to accommodate early arrivals in student housing. We appreciate that there are exceptional situations that may require support. If this applies to you please reach out to us directly at arrivalexceptions.ubco@ubc.ca and we will be glad to work with you. International students can contact the Global Engagement Office for additional support through ubco.global@ubc.ca. |
August 23, 2023 6:49pm | Orientations and New Student Info, Spaces, Buildings, Operations, and Student Services | Parents and Students |
