In addition to the centralized support and information services CALDO provides, each university offers a robust range of student services of its own. We have pulled together information on many of the services and resources at all four CALDO universities in a single one-stop shop below.

International Offices

The International Office at your university is the first place to go with any concerns or questions you have relating to your studies and any other practical matters as an international visitor. They also have special advisors, workshops, and events for international students and scholars.

• University of Alberta: International Office
• Dalhousie University: International Centre
• Université Laval: Bureau de la vie étudiante
• University of Ottawa: International Office

Peer mentors, buddies, and tutors

Your fellow students are available to help make your experience as simple and enjoyable as possible.

• University of Alberta: Peer Program
• Dalhousie University: Buddy Program
• Université Laval: Programme de jumelage des étudiants étrangers
• University of Ottawa: Student Mentoring Program and Peer Help Centre

English/French language courses for international students

Intensive courses in English and French help international students prepare to learn, study, and write papers at their university.

• University of Alberta: English Language Program
• Dalhousie University: The Global Assessment Certificate and English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Université Laval: École de langues (ÉLUL)
• University of Ottawa: Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute (OLBI)

Housing

There are numerous student housing options both on and off campus.

• University of Alberta: Residence Services
• Dalhousie University: Residence Services and Living off campus
• Université Laval: Service des résidences and Appart’CADEUL
• University of Ottawa: Housing Services

On-campus dining

Low-cost dining options at each university have offerings for every taste and budget.

• University of Alberta: Dining Services
• Dalhousie University: Dining Services
• Université Laval: Le Pub universitaire and Sodexo
• University of Ottawa:  Food Services

Transit

Students get free or discounted access to a far-reaching transit network in their city.

• University of Alberta: U-Pass
• Dalhousie University: U-Pass
• Université Laval: Réseau de transport de la Capitale
• University of Ottawa: U-Pass

Health services

On-campus medical support ensures a safe and secure experience for all.

• University of Alberta: University Health Centre and International health care insurance
• Dalhousie University: Dalhousie Health Services
• Université Laval: Clinique médicale de l'Université Laval
• University of Ottawa: Health Services

Daycare centres

International students and scholars with children can find information on childcare services.

• University of Alberta: Affiliated Child Care
• Dalhousie University: University Children's Centre
• Université Laval: La Petite Cité
• University of Ottawa: Garderie Bernadette Child Care Centre

Campus computing

We offer campus-wide wireless internet and high-tech computer labs, as well as technical support services.

• University of Alberta: IT Help Desk and Computer Labs
• Dalhousie University: Information Technology Services and Computer Labs
• Université Laval: Direction des technologies de l'information
• University of Ottawa: Computing and Communications Services and Resources

Career services

Looking forward to starting a successful career after graduation? Our services and company connections can help!

• University of Alberta: CAPS
• Dalhousie University: Career Services Centre
• Université Laval: Service de placement
• University of Ottawa: SASS