STUDENT GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA TELFER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

International Programs

BCom 2012-2013

www.telfer.uottawa.ca

WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA,

CANADA

Student Services Centre Telfer School of Management

Desmarais Building, room 1100 55 Laurier Avenue East

Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5 B CANADA

tel. 613-562-5821 fax 613-562-5167

E-mail: ext@telfer.uottawa.ca Website: www.telfer.uottawa.ca

Staff

Sylvie Séguin-Jak Director

Matthew Archibald

Manager, Student Experience

Kim Barclay Relationship Manager

Valérie Massé

Academic Advisor

Tara Côté Academic Assistant

Student Services Centre Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:45 am - 4:30 pm

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TABLE OF CONTENTS - STUDENT GUIDE 2012 - 2013 1. The Student Services Centre, STEPS TO FOLLOW .......................................................................... 1

After registration ........................................................................................................................ 2 UoZone ......................................................................................................................................... 2

2. ACADEMIC YEAR ...................................................................................................................................... 2 3. HOUSING ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 4. HOW TO GET TO THE UNIVERSITY ................................................................................................. 3 5. COURSE SELECTION .............................................................................................................................. 4

Timetable ...................................................................................................................................... 4 Course Sections ...........................................................................................................................5 Course Selection ......................................................................................................................... 6 Withdrawal from a Course ..................................................................................................... 6 Grading System ........................................................................................................................... 6

6. MEDICAL INSURANCE PLAN (UHIP) ............................................................................................... 7 7. E-MAIL ADDRESS .......................................................................................................................................8 8. STUDENT AUTHORIZATION ...............................................................................................................8 9. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND E-MAIL ADDRESSES ..................................................8 10. TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION .................................................................................................. 10 11. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA ........................................................................................ 11

Sports Services and Fitness .................................................................................................... 12 Recreation ................................................................................................................................... 13 SASS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 Health Services…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 Computer Facilities .................................................................................................................. 14 Logon Process and wireless access....................................................................................... 15

12. MAY WE SUGGEST... .............................................................................................................................. 16

Banking ........................................................................................................................................ 16 Drugstore / Fax Services .......................................................................................................... 16 Stores ............................................................................................................................................ 17 Audio-Visual and Reprography ............................................................................................ 17 Computing and Communication Services ......................................................................... 17 Library .......................................................................................................................................... 17 Bookstores ................................................................................................................................... 18 Photocopying .............................................................................................................................. 18

Food Services & Pubs .............................................................................................................. 19 Media ............................................................................................................................................ 19 Miscellaneous ............................................................................................................................. 19

13. ABOUT OTTAWA .................................................................................................................................... 20

Climate & Clothing ................................................................................................................. 20 Restaurants ................................................................................................................................. 21 Bars & Clubs ............................................................................................................................. 22 Museums and Galleries .......................................................................................................... 22 Movies ......................................................................................................................................... 24 Theatres ...................................................................................................................................... 24 Radio Stations ........................................................................................................................... 25 Transportation .......................................................................................................................... 25 Festivals ...................................................................................................................................... 26

14. MISCELLANEOUS ON LIVING IN OTTAWA .............................................................................. 27 Budget .......................................................................................................................................... 27

Public Holidays ......................................................................................................................... 28 Fax Machine Service ............................................................................................................... 28 Must be seen .............................................................................................................................. 28

USEFUL LINKS.....................................................................................................................................................29 MAP OF CAMPUS...............................................................................................................................................31

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STUDENT GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TELFER SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

BCom Programs

1. STEPS TO FOLLOW Steps to Follow Before your Arrival 1. Upon receipt of your letter of admission, apply for your student visa (if applicable) at the

nearest Canadian Embassy http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study.asp.

2. Complete your course selection by Rabaska (Infoweb). Pay the compulsory University health insurance by bank transfer (or in person at Infoservice upon your arrival on campus).

For information about student visas, and the right to work on campus while your stay in Ottawa, please visit the official website of the Canadian Department of Immigration at: http://www.cic.gc.ca Steps to Follow upon your Arrival 1. Upon your arrival to the Ottawa International Airport, Train or Bus stations in the Fall, please

look for our University of Ottawa Welcome Booths. They will be pleased to give you useful information about Ottawa and the University, and help you find your way to your accommodation.

2. Attend the compulsory information session and campus tour.

3. Obtain a student card at InfoService, 75 Laurier Avenue (Tabaret Hall) and a statement of

account for UHIP.

4. Sign your contract form for your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) at the International Office, 75 Laurier Avenue, 3rd floor (Tel.: 613-562-5820). Bring your proof of payment with you. For more information: http://www.international.uottawa.ca/en/students/uhip.html

5. Purchase your textbooks at the University of Ottawa bookstore, in the University Centre. Books are shelved by course codes and sections (ex. ADM 2300 section A). Keep your receipts in case you wish to change courses. You may also purchase some textbooks at Agora bookstore; http://www.agorabookstore.ca/.

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Steps to Follow after Registration All course modifications (add, delete, change of sections, withdrawal) must be done officially through Rabaska. For students who must complete the ESL courses, you must complete the Modification/Cancellation of Registration form at the Student Services Centre http://www.registrar.uottawa.ca/Portals/43/Registrar/REGI3146.pdf Please respect the deadlines posted on the sessional dates Website: http://www.registrar.uottawa.ca/Default.aspx?tabid=2671 For the duration of your studies at the University of Ottawa, it is important to keep the student copy of all transactions made with the University. UoZone You can verify your marks, current status, accounts and personal information on the web at http://uozone.uottawa.ca/en/frontpage/. You must obtain your initial password from the Infoweb website, accessed via uoZone. On the on-line form you will be asked to enter your Social Insurance Number, or S.I.N. Since you will not have a Canadian S.I.N., you can replace these numbers by zeros on the request form. For technical support regarding your uoZone or Infoweb password please contact Technical Support at 613-562-5800 ext 6555.

3. ACADEMIC YEAR 2012-2013 Fall Semester Orientation:

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September 4, 2012 Term: September 5 to December 20, 2012

Winter Semester Orientation: January 4, 2013 Term: January 7 to April 24, 2013 Each 3 credit course has 3 contact hours per week (for 13 weeks) and a final 3 hour exam.

3. HOUSING It is advised that you schedule your arrival in Ottawa for mid-August (mid- or end of December) to find off-campus housing. The average price for an unfurnished one bedroom apartment in Ottawa ranges from CAN $800 (15-20 mins from campus) to $1,400 (5 mins from campus), per month. The Housing Services website at www.uottawa.ca/students/housing/OCH is a great tool to help you find off-campus accommodation. You can also contact them at Offcamp1@uottawa.ca. Their office is located on the main floor of the 90 University Residence Building, 90 University Private (room 145). You can also find housing using Kijiji or Craigslist: www.kijiji.ca www.craigslist.ca

4. HOW TO GET TO THE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA WELCOME BOOTHS Upon your arrival in the Ottawa International Airport, Train or Bus stations, you will find the University of Ottawa Welcome Booths already set up for your service. They will provide you with useful information about the city of Ottawa and the University, and help you find your way to your accommodation in town. Please note that this service will only be offered during the Fall semester. FROM THE OTTAWA INTL. AIRPORT

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Info Desk: 613-248-2125 http://www.ottawa-airport.ca/index-e.php You can take a taxi (about $50.00 CAN) or the OC-Transpo bus, # 97, ($3.30 CAN, exact change is required) and get off at the University campus (Campus Station). The bus, # 97, leaves the airport every 15 minutes until 7:50 p.m.; every 30 minutes afterwards. FROM THE PIERRE-ELLIOTT TRUDEAU INTL. AIRPORT (MONTREAL) Phone: 514-394-7377 or 1-800-465-1213 http://www.admtl.com/ You can take an interprovincial bus (a two-hour ride) to Ottawa. Upon your arrival at the airport, go to the information booth called Greyhound Bus Line to purchase your ticket. Buses leave every hour and can drop you off on campus (Laurier station) otherwise you will be dropped off on Catherine street at the bus terminal. Afterwards you can either take the OC-Transpo bus to campus or take a taxi. http://www.greyhound.ca/

5. COURSE SELECTION Timetable The academic year is divided in two: Fall Semester (September to December) and Winter Semester (January to April). Courses last one semester (no courses run for a whole academic year). In order to find out if a course is offered during your semester at the Telfer School of Management, please visit: www.timetable.uottawa.ca. (Click on the Advance Search, Courses offered on Campus, then enter Fall 2012 or Winter 2013 and select Telfer School of Management as Faculty). When you click on a course, you will find the course description including its prerequisite and the course schedule. The classroom location, the names of the professors and any modifications will be available in mid-August. It is essential that you verify this timetable before the start of classes.

All our courses have limited enrolment. Classes typically end 10 minutes earlier than the published time. This allows you to arrive on time for your next class should you have classes back to back. All Business courses are offered three hours per week in one of the following formats: Two one hour and a half periods per week; or one three-hour period per week. Many undergraduate courses such as ADM 1300 or ADM 1301 have discussion groups (DGD) or labs which you must choose according to your schedule. The lab or discussion groups are compulsory in your program.

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*Please note that business attire is mandatory when professors request students to make formal business presentations as part of their lectures. Therefore, don’t forget to pack at least one business suit. Course Sections Most courses at the Telfer School of Management are offered in multiple sections. Each section has its own time slot and professor. On your timetable, the section is represented by the letter next to the course code, such as A, B, C, etc. For example: ADM 2343 A is offered Monday from 11:30 to 13:00 and Thursday from 13:00 to 14:30. ADM 2343 E is offered Wednesday from 19:00 to 22:00. Definition of the Course Codes and Symbols Each course is composed of alphabetical and numerical codes. 1. The alphabetical codes indicate the topic of the course.

(ADM 1300 = Administration or Business). 2. The first digit of the numerical codes indicates the level of the course.

(ADM 1300 = level 1000 = 1st year) (Undergraduate) (ADM 2341 = level 2000 = 2nd year) (ADM 3350 = level 3000 = 3rd year) (ADM 4312 = level 4000 = 4th year)

3. The second digit indicates the language in which the course is given.

1, 2, 3, 4 courses given in English 5, 6, 7, 8 courses given in French 0, 9 courses given in either French or English.

Note: Course outlines can be found at the Telfer School of Management’s on-line document deposit or simply Doc Depot at: http://docdepot.telfer.uottawa.ca/

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Once in this page you will need to type the respective username and password as follows:

Username: First letter of last name + student number (John Kelly, #1234567; ex: k1234567)

Password: Date of birth in 'yymmdd' format (December 31, 1989; ex: 891231)

Scroll down to Syllabus. Click on course levels under >bachelor=, select courses under the bachelor or masters category. *Please note that your account will only be activated once the semester has officially started. Course Selection BCom Courses (Undergraduate level) Verify course sequence of your option/specialization on the following link in order to confirm that you are registering to the appropriate courses: http://www.telfer.uottawa.ca/bcom/en/program-options When selecting courses please verify the prerequisite indicated at the end of each description. For example, if you wish to take ADM 1340 Financial Accounting (prerequisite ADM 1300 Introduction to Business Management) you can register to this course during the winter semester if you are registered to ADM1300 during the fall semester. Withdrawal from a Course You cannot withdraw from a course simply by no longer attending the class. You must complete the appropriate form (Modification/Cancellation form) before the drop deadline at the undergraduate office (see sessional dates http://www.registrar.uottawa.ca/Default.aspx?tabid=3568) or by using the Register tab in Rabaska. Failure to do so will result in an automatic ABS on your transcript (value equivalent to a failing grade). Grading System Description of the Grading System:

GRADE SCALE

Letter Grade

Percentage Interval

Point Value

Definition

A+

90 - 100 %

10

Exceptional

A

85 - 89 %

9

Excellent

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A-

80 - 84 %

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B+

75 - 79 %

7

Very good

B

70 - 74 %

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C+

65 - 69 %

5

C

60 - 64 %

4

D+

55 - 59 %

3

D

50 - 54 %

2

Passing Mark for Undergraduate

students

E 40-49 % 1 Failure

F

Below 39 %

0

Failure

6. MEDICAL INSURANCE PLAN B (UHIP)

On June 30th, 1994, the Ontario Provincial Government eliminated Health Care protection for non-Ontario Residents. Therefore, all International Students must purchase the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP), to provide protection compared to that available from the Ontario Government (OHIP).

If you travel outside Ontario while you are a member of UHIP, you will have to pay for any medical services you receive and send original receipts with a claim form to the UHIP insurer for payment. If you travel outside Canada, UHIP will pay only for medically necessary emergency expenses. UHIP benefits will change anytime OHIP benefits change. Coverage is very limited and the purchase of additional health insurance when you leave Canada is strongly recommended. Subscription to the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is compulsory for all international students (even if you already have another health insurance). Premiums for the year 2012-2013 (September 2011 to August 2012) were CAN $228 per semester and CAN $684 for one full academic year. Payment for UHIP must be received upon arrival and can also be made by Travelex. After your course selection, you must finalize your enrolment to UHIP with the International Office at 75 Laurier Avenue (Tel. 613 562 5820). Students can be officially registered to the University of Ottawa only after they have subscribed to the UHIP. Outside the periods of UHIP insurance coverage, you are ENTIRELY RESPONSIBLE for obtaining insurance for your own protection and that of your dependents. We very strongly advise obtaining a secondary insurance policy to cover the gaps in UHIP coverage (before the 11th day of the month preceding your studies).

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Example: Arrival in Canada of a newly registered student August 1st, 2012 Start of the University session September 5th, 2012 Start of UHIP coverage August 11th, 2012 For more information on companies that offer temporary insurance please refer to the following website: http://www.uottawa.ca/international/students/uhip.html

7. E-MAIL ADDRESS For new students, e-mail accounts are created in advance. To find out what accounts have been created for you:

go to InfoWeb via uoZone

choose Services, Computer and E-mail accounts

8. STUDENT AUTHORIZATION Students holding a student authorization are obligated by law to have sufficient resources to cover all living and academic expenses while in Canada. As an international student, you are eligible to work on-campus and off-campus. For more information on conditions and application procedures, please see the International Office website at http://www.uottawa.ca/international/students/work.html . Should you have further questions, contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada at 1-888-242-2100, or visit their website at: www.cic.gc.ca.

9. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND E-MAIL ADDRESSES Student Services Centre 613-562-5821 Telfer School of Management 613-562-5167 (fax) Desmarais Bldg. Room 1100 E-mail : ext@telfer.uottawa.ca 55 Laurier Ave. E. Housing Services 613-562-5885 Brooks Complex, 613-562-5109 (fax)

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100 Thomas More (308) E-mail : residence@uottawa.ca Health Insurance Office (UHIP) 613-562-5847 International Office 613-562-5100 (fax) 75 Laurier Avenue E-mail : uhipramu@uottawa.ca Office of the Registrar 613-562-5700 1st Floor, Tabaret Hall 613-562-5323 (fax) 75 Laurier Avenue E. Transcripts E-mail : document@uottawa.ca Sports Services 613-562-5800 ext. 4327 Montpetit Hall 613-562-5151 (fax) 125 University (361) E-mail : gee-gees@uottawa.ca Students' Federation (SFUO) 613-562-5966 University Centre, 613-562-5969 (fax) 85 University Private, room 07 E-mail : reception@sfuo.ca InfoService 613- 562-5700 Tabaret Hall 613- 562-5323 (fax) 75 Laurier Avenue East Email: infoserv@uottawa.ca Contact the InfoService for:

official transcript requests,

payment receipts,

statement of studies,

student identity cards,

general information concerning The University of Ottawa,

and more.

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Off-Campus Important Phone Numbers OC Transpo 613-741-4390

E-mail : ocinfo@ottawa.ca Ottawa Police 613-230-6211

E-mail : info@ottawapolice.ca Emergency 911 Bell Directory Assistance 1-(area code) 555-1212 Voyageur Colonial Ltd. Ottawa Terminal: (265 Catherine St.): 613-234-5115 &

613-238-5900 (Inter Canada bus services) Gatineau Terminal: 819 771-2442 Via Rail Canada Inc. 1-888-842-7245 (Train Services) Air Canada Inc. 1-888-247-2262 West Jet Inc. 1-800-538-5696 Air Transat 1-877-872-6728

10. TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION You can find low cost accommodation at the hotels listed below for temporary accommodation. It is recommended to book your room before arrival by contacting the following numbers: Residence Hotels Approximate Cost (taxes not included) YW-YMCA $53 180 Argyle Avenue (613-237-1320) Ottawa Backpackers Inn $27 203 York Street (613-241-3402) http://ottawahostel.com/ International Youth Hostel (Very close to campus) 75 Nicholas St. $33 for non-members (613-235-2595) http://hihostels.ca/en/home.aspx Hotels/Inns Albert House Inn 478 Albert Street (613-236-4479) $104.00 / night http://albertinn.com/

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Extended Stay Deluxe – Ottawa $105.00 / night 141 Cooper Street, (613-236-7500) http://www.extendedstaydeluxe.com/ Capital Hill Hotel and Suites $119.00 / night 88 Albert Street (613-235-1413) http://www.capitalhill.com/ Doral Inn 486 Albert Street $120.00 / night (613-230-8055) http://www.travelodge.com/Travelodge/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=14048 Gasthaus Switzerland Inn $118.00 / night 89 Daly Avenue (613-237-0335) http://gasthausswitzerlandinn.com/ The Days Inn Downtown Ottawa $119.00 / night 319 Rideau Street (613-789-5555) http://www.daysinn.com Auberge McGee’s Inn $118.00 / night 185 Daly Ave. (1-800-262-4337) http://www.mcgeesinn.com/ Benner’s Bed & Breakfast $115.00 / night 541 Besserer St. (613-789-8320) http://www.bennersbnb.com/ Rates in effect as of January, 2012. Add tax of 13%. For more information regarding temporary accommodation in Ottawa, please check the following website at: www.cheapaccommodation.com/ottawa/

11. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA From its very beginning in 1848, the College of Bytown showed great promise. Now, as The University of Ottawa, located in the heart of the nation's capital, the institution has emerged as a vibrant centre of learning, with a total population including students, teaching and support staff of over 45,000 people. The largest bilingual university in North America, the University of Ottawa is a major player in the cultural and economic development of the National Capital Region. The University's bilingual character is one of its key strengths. In keeping with its mandate to promote bilingualism and biculturalism in a multicultural environment, the University offers a

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dynamic mix of teaching and research programs in both of Canada's official languages. These include pace-setting ventures in co-operative and distance education. The University's unique programming offers students the flexibility of completing assignments in English or French. As an institution conscious of its social responsibilities, the University plays a key role in the promotion of women. It is also committed to forging international links, with international co-operation program extending to the rest of North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and beyond. With its proximity to major libraries, government agencies and research institutions, and its involvement in global technological initiatives, the University of Ottawa provides students not only with access to an outstanding national resource, but with a university education whose quality is substantially enriched. Sports Services and Fitness (www.geegees.uottawa.ca ) All full-time students are members of Sports Services (Montpetit Hall, 125 University, lower level or room 361, 613-562-5789). There are 3 gyms, a 50-metre swimming pool, a dance studio, a martial arts room, etc. You can book one of the 4 squash courts or 2 racquetball courts for a small fee (613-562-5940), attend aerobics sessions, or have access to the Fitness training room. Racquets and other equipment are also available (613-562-5800, ext. 4327). As well, the new University of Ottawa Fitness Centre & New Sports Complex (801 King Edward Ave.) which opened recently offers a wide variety of educational, recreational, intramural and outdoor activities. Representing a new era in lifestyle management, the new sports complex stands alone in the spotlight of the region's fitness community. The fitness facility features 6,500 pounds of free weights, 39 cardiovascular machines, 26 specialized weight machines, group fitness classes, whirlpool, personal training and much more. The new, superbly appointed sports complex is uniquely designed for function: 2 official ice rinks, 1 football/soccer field, sports medicine and physiotherapy clinics, etc. Students can participate in free recreational activities and educational programs (First Aid, jazz, karate, skating, badminton), clubs (alpine ski, golf, swimming), intra-mural (hockey, basketball, soccer, volleyball) and extra-mural competitions as well as inter-university leagues (basketball, cross-country, tennis, waterpolo, football), all organized by Sports Services. They offer courses and workshops for many sports (rock climbing, windsurfing, women's self-defense / TaeKwonDo, etc.) at very reasonable prices. Complete lists are available at Sports Services (www.geegees.ca/node/16). Registration is at the beginning of September and runs on a first-come, first-served basis. The Ottawa region also offers a number of options for fitness. Information for activities including the following, is available through the National Capital Commission Visitor's Centre (90 Wellington St., 613-239-5000). - Ice-Skating: The Rideau Canal gives ice-skaters an 8 km corridor which stretches from Carleton University to downtown Ottawa. Skating on the Canal is free, and there are huts with skate rentals.

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Various huts also sell hot drinks and snacks. The Winterlude Festival on the Canal is in early February. http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/ - Downhill Skiing: There are four ski resorts within 45 minutes of Ottawa: Camp Fortune, Old Chelsea, Quebec (http://www.campfortune.com/en/ski/home.php ) Edelweiss, Wakefield, Quebec (http://www.mssi.ca ) Ski Vorlage, Wakefield, Quebec (http://skivorlage.com ) Mont Cascades, Cantley, Quebec (http://www.montcascades.ca ) - Cross Country Skiing: The Gatineau Provincial Park, in Québec, has an incredible amount of well-groomed trails for all levels of ability. In addition, there are trails at Mooney's Bay, Camp Fortune and Edelweiss. http://www.ottawa.ca/residents/parks_recreation/seasonal/fw/xc_skiing/index_en.html - Cycling: There are many designated cycling paths throughout Ottawa. For a map for bicycle paths, contact the nearest NCC Visitors' Centre, here in Ottawa. The Gatineau Park also offers a limited amount of paths designated for mountain biking. http://ottawastart.com/bike.php - Walking and Hiking: There are a number of walking tours throughout Ottawa. The Gatineau Park offers many beautiful hiking trails of different lengths, and for different levels of abilities, where one can appreciate the beauty of the Canadian outdoors and its diverse wildlife. http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/bins/ncc_web_content_page.asp?cid=16297-16299-10170&lang=1 -Waterpark: Calypso waterpark has recently opened about 30 mins outside of Ottawa. It boasts over 12 slides, Canada’s largest wave pool and a river-run spread throughout a 100 acre facility. http://www.calypsopark.com/about-the-park/ Recreation The University Centre offers you a variety of entertaining places to go to: the Agora, the Games Room, Alumni Auditorium and exhibition rooms. Furthermore, workshop programs and a French-language students' improvisation league (L. I. E. U. [Ligue d'improvisation étudiante universitaire]) are organized during the academic year. Most of the clubs and associations also offer different recreational activities during the academic year. If you would like to have more information with regards to student clubs contact 613-562-5966. (http://www.sfuo.ca ) Student Academic Success Services (www.sass.uottawa.ca )

The Student Academic Success Service (SASS) helps University of Ottawa students persevere in their studies while contributing to their academic, personal and professional success. Health Services (http://www.uottawa.ca/health/index.html )

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Health Services (100 Marie-Curie, at the corner of King Edward, 3rd floor, 613-564-3950) provides medical care. The Health Promotion Program (85 University, rm. 211J, 613-562-5800, ext. 4362) offers a wide variety of educational events as well to promote a healthy lifestyle for the student population. Health Services Hours: Monday to Thursday; 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Fridays; 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Saturdays, Sundays and most holidays; 10:00am - 2:00pm.

During these hours, there is also a walk-in clinic, and a physician is available to see patients without appointments for emergency visits. In the same building, you will also find a pharmacy, a sports medicine and physiotherapy clinic; dentist, ear, nose and throat specialist; laboratory facilities can be found on the second floor. If you want to know more about the services or if you need counseling, contact the Health Services at 613-564-3950. The Campus Pharmacy (613-563-4000) is located in the same building and offers a 10% student discount on some items. They fill prescriptions, sell stamps and bus passes, and have fax and photocopying services. The nearest Post Office is in the Rideau Pharmacy, located on 390 Rideau St., about 10 minutes away from the campus. For emergencies, call 911, or 613-562-5411 (Protection Services) on campus. Computer Facilities

The Telfer School of Management (www.telfer.uottawa.ca) maintains - for its students, - about 120 computers. These machines run applications, such as the Microsoft or Macromedia suites, typically found in business and government offices. Students also benefit from the use of very specialized applications such as SPSS & other software for statistical analysis, Stock Market quotation databases, Marketing & Business Game, Simulation software, programming software, etc. All students receive a private disk space, Internet Access and e-mail accounts. The computer labs, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, are staffed with helpful Network Consultants. All computers run the Microsoft Windows XP Pro system and students have the choice of working in French or in English at the onset. The brand-new Desmarais Building has been built to provide students with the best pedagogical experience, including the latest multimedia equipment. Our high-tech services include the following: · IBM/Lenovo/dell computers (Pentium IV, CD-burners, DVD)

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· 3 Self-serve Computer Labs · 1 Wireless Computer Lab · 12 case rooms (MBAs only) · 8 Notebooks (can be reserved) · Wi-Fi Wireless network (throughout the campus) · Plug your notebook into our network · Doc-Depot, a system for sharing pedagogical material · Networked Printers · Photocopier · Security (cameras, phone, and more) · Email System · Private Disk Area (accessible through the Web) · Disk Area for Groups · Private Web Pages · Specialized Software · Multimedia Classrooms · Electronic Library Services You will find the computers on the second floor of Desmarais Building at 55, Laurier East, in rooms DMS2130, DMS2140, DMS2150 and DMS2180. Login accounts and passwords are mandatory. You do not need to ask for an account since they are created automatically by the Telfer School of Management. See the FAQ doc-depot.telfer.uottawa.ca/FAQe.htm. For more information, please contact the Telfer School of Management info@telfer.uottawa.ca or visit our website. The Logon Process

To enter Doc-Depot or have access to the computer labs, students need a Telfer Schol of Management account composed of a Username and Password; the credentials are based on the UserID format used by the University of Ottawa’s WebMail system. Since August 2009, we create the accounts like this:

Account (Login name) = userID (do not type @uottawa.ca) The same userID as in userID@uOttawa.ca Ex : flast000 jsmit024 aqi123

Password = YYMMDDfs; (do not forget the semi-column) It is not the same as the password for userID YY = last 2 digits of your year of birth MM = Month of birth DD = Day of birth Fs = The first two letters in your userID (in lowercase and without accents) ; = Finally a semi-column

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ex : 661221po; Wireless access As a student at the University of Ottawa, you will be eligible to use a wireless connection to the Internet on the premises of the school. You will need to download a VPN client software. These are the steps:

-Visit the School’s website: http://www.ccs.uottawa.ca/download/index.html A Tip for Printing Normally, you do not need to chose the paper size when you type a document in the labs BUT if you open a document that was created in Europe, you should change the European default size (called A4) to the North American default (called Letter or 8.5" x 11"). All printers attached to the Relmon system only print to Letter sized paper. In order to be able to print on any of the printing stations on campus, you need to get a printing card. You can purchase your printing card at the Morisset Library, on the main floor. This card can be charged with a certain amount of money, in order to be able to print.

12. MAY WE SUGGEST... Banking A quick look around the campus will give you an idea about where the closest banks and bank machines are. Just outside the campus, at the corner of Cumberland and Rideau Street, there is the National Bank of Canada. Since the University is situated downtown, banks can be found anywhere within a 10-minute walk from the campus. Bank Machines on Campus - Health Care Centre (Marie-Curie Street), Royal Bank - University Centre (Ground floor), CIBC - University Centre (near the Financial Aid Office), National Bank of Canada. - University Centre (Level 2), Scotia Bank Drugstore / Fax Services Campus Pharmacy 100 Marie-Curie, 1st Floor 613-563-4000 The Campus Pharmacy will give you a 10% discount on most of the purchase and it also has a lower dispensing fee for prescriptions.

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Store Pivik Unicentre 613-562-5800 ext. 4372 The Pivik is a small store, which carries a wide variety of products in the University Centre (food, soft drinks, candies, newspapers and magazines, as well as bus tickets). It can even look like a small supermarket. However, better prices are available at the Metro or Loblaws Supermarkets located on Rideau Street, close to Campus. To purchase inexpensive household items and clothes, we recommend the Giant Tiger store, at the corner of Dalhousie and George Street. Audio-Visual and Reprography Audio-visual equipment is available through the Multimedia Distribution and Technical Section (Morisset, room 014, 613-562-5900). To borrow equipment, students need authorization from a professor or their department. The office also sells various supplies, offers technical assistance for operating equipment for courses and conferences, and operates a number of multimedia rooms on campus for the use of audio-visual equipment. Media Production (Morisset, room 006, 613-562-5850) offers a 60% student discount on services in photography, graphic design, multi-media and videography which are directly related to the completion of an academic course. Consultation regarding these services is available free of charge. In addition to operating the photocopying services on campus, reprography (Morisset, room 031, 613-562-5876) offers a variety of printing services. Course notes are usually handled through the Copy Centres at Morisset, room 022 and Roger Guindon, room 2010. Computing and Communication Services You can access the Telfer School of Management’s home page at www.telfer.uottawa.ca. Cosmos, the Campus Computer Store, at 85 University, offers computer hardware and software at educational pricing. Operating hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Contact Cosmos by telephone at 613-562-5858, or electronically at cosmos@uottawa.ca. You can purchase additional disk storage for the central machines in blocks of 10 MB from Cosmos ($1.00 per MB per year). Library

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There are four libraries on campus, each with their own regulations and hours of operation. The main one is Morisset Library: Morisset Library (http://www.biblio.uottawa.ca/mrt/ ) (Main Library, including Business) 65 University, Telephones: 613-562-5882 (main); 613-562-5212 (Circulation desk) 613-562-5213 (References). Bookstores There are two bookstores on campus. The main bookstore (University Centre, 613-562-5353) sells textbooks for courses as well as other books and office supplies. The other bookstore (located in the front entrance of the Ottawa General Hospital, 501 Smyth Road, 613-737-8847) serves the Faculty of Health Sciences. There are also many good bookstores around Ottawa: Book Market Inc. Chapters 374 Dalhousie 47 Rideau St. 613-241-1753 613-241-0073 La librairie du Soleil (French) Octopus Books 33 George St. 116 3rd Avenue 613-241-6999 613-233-2589 Agora Bookstore and Internet Café All Books 145 Besserer 327 Rideau 613-562-4672 613-789-9544 Photocopying In addition to a few coin-operated photocopiers on campus, there are 52 photocopiers, operated with a copy card. Copy cards cost $2 and allow you credit up to $60. Copy card machines are available at: Fauteux, 4th floor and Morisset Library; In addition, the following copy centres are available on campus: Morisset room 022 (concourse level) Simard Copy Centre 60 University, room 131

Louis-Pasteur 129 Louis-Pasteur, room 157 Roger-Guindon 451 Smyth, room 2010

Photocopied material required for courses can be purchased from the copy centre located in the lower level of Morisset.

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Photocopying is also available at the Campus Pharmacy (100 Marie Curie, 1st floor) or at the Laurier Office Mart (226 Laurier Ave. E.). Food Services & Pubs There are many choices for food selection on and around campus, depending on your taste and appetite. There is also one main cafeteria on campus, in the University Centre and one food court on the main level of the STE building. - Upper Crust (Jock Turcot level 1) serves great sandwiches. - Tim Horton Donuts (Jock Turcot level 3, SITE level 2) serves coffee and pastries. - Extreme Pita, Pizza Pizza, Smoothies Bar and Coyote Jack’s (food court,Jock Turcot level 2) - Café Alternatif (Simard Hall, basement) sells good coffee, drinks, pastries, and sandwiches. - Café Nostalgica, 603 Cumberland, is a fully licensed light restaurant. - Rez Café (New residence building) quick and healthy meal. - Fauteux, Tabaret, Lamoureux, Marion, Arts Building and Health Sciences each have their own snack bars as well. - Jazzy’s (University Centre, 1st floor) fully licensed, serves lunch or dinner buffets for $9.45. For last-minute provisions, the following two convenience stores are located near the university: - Mac's Milk (120 Osgoode) is open 7 days/week. - Mac's Milk (210 Laurier E.), at the corner of Henderson, is open 24 hours and 7 days/week. Media In addition to the Graduate Students' Association newsletter, the Bulletin, there are three forms of media on campus. The Fulcrum is the English newspaper on campus and La Rotonde is French. There is also a radio station, CHUO (89.1 FM). A portion of all student fees supports these various media and students are encouraged to participate in their production. Miscellaneous The University of Ottawa offers different services to the students. In this section, you can find the addresses and phone numbers of different stores and services offered on campus. Travel Cuts B Travel services for students (http://www.travelcuts.com/ ) 2 minutes from the University Centre 225 Laurier Ave. East 613-238-8222 Lost and Found If you lose something, or if you have found something, contact the Lost and Found office at the University Centre (UCU) near the bookstore.

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University Centre The Jock-Turcot University Centre Service provides specific resources and programs to the University community including the following: - The Agora (Unicentre, main level) is an amphitheatre space that hosts different activities including demonstrations, debates, and concerts. - The Arcave Games Room (Unicentre, room 0024) offers table tennis, billiards (Snooker & Boston), and Video Games to all students. Tournaments are organized by the Recreation Co-ordinator. Clubs and associations may reserve the facilities for their own tournaments. - The Bookstore (Unicentre, main level) find your textbooks, computer products, dorm and school supplies, apparel and gifts and a lot more! http://www.communitylife.uottawa.ca/

13. ABOUT OTTAWA (http://www.city.ottawa.on.ca/ ) Ottawa is not only the political Capital of Canada but is also the cultural centre of Canada. It is the bridge between the French speaking people of Québec and the English speaking people of the rest of Canada. Ottawa is a clean city that has managed to successfully mix new architecture and maintain old architecture, together with its rivers and canals, to provide its residents and guests’ one of the most beautiful cities in North America. The city of Ottawa has something for everyone. For those of you who enjoy museums, Ottawa has one of the widest varieties of museums. For those who enjoy great food and an exciting nightlife, Ottawa offers you the Byward Market Area, which during the day is a bustling farmers’ market and in the evening transforms itself into a social gathering spot offering restaurants for every appetite and night-clubs for every type of music lover. In the winter, Ottawa's Rideau Canal becomes the world's longest ice skating rink and it hosts the exciting Winterlude Festival which boasts outdoor entertainment and fabulous ice sculptures. Climate and Clothing (http://www.theweathernetwork.com/ ) The climate is characterized by four seasons, with frequent and abrupt temperature changes. Spring Spring comes in April, with warmer weather and plenty of rain. Temperatures may still drop below freezing on many nights.

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Summer Summer comes in June (sometimes July) and usually lasts until early September. Temperature ranges from 15 to 34 degrees Celsius with some rainfall, usually at least once a week. Fall In October, the temperature can drop below freezing on some nights. It becomes windy with plenty of rain. Winter Winter begins around the middle of November with the first snowfall, and lasts until at least the end of March. Temperature ranges from -35 to 5 degrees Celsius, with average winter temperature from -10 to -5 degrees Celsius. As you can see, you will need a different wardrobe for each season. Price range for new clothing: Shirts, blouses $25.00 - $60.00 Slacks, trousers, jeans 30.00 - 100.00 Dresses 100.00 - 150.00 Men's suits 100.00 - 375.00 Winter sweaters 35.00 - 80.00 Raincoats 55.00 - 175.00 Winter coats 150.00 - 300.00 Shoes 35.00 - 115.00 Winter boots 75.00 - 225.00 Restaurants (http://restaurantthing.com/index.php?ShowAll=1 ) There are several restaurants near campus, which are in the price range of most students' budgets: - Starbucks Coffee Shop 1st floor of the Desmarais Building, beverages and sandwiches. -The Draft Pub sports bar and restaurant (2nd floor of the new Sports Complex, 801 King Edward Ave.) standard sports bar fare: burgers, triple-decker sandwiches, pizza, wings and a vast selection of local and international brews. - Acadian House (191 Somerset E. at King Edward) Serves fast food. - Perfection Satisfaction Promise Vegetarian Restaurant (167 Laurier East at King Edward, by the Fire Station) vegetarian restaurant. - Father & Sons Tavern and Restaurant (112 Osgoode at King Edward, 613-234-1173), offers fast food and is very popular with students. - The University Tavern (196 Somerset E. at King Edward, 613-235-7777) offers a friendly tavern environment and fast food. - The Royal Oak (161 Laurier East, 613-230-9223) serves pub-style food and is also very popular among students. The basement is often used for student events. - Subway (50 Laurier Ave. E., 613-565-1616) serves sandwiches and salads. - Second Cup Coffee (153 Laurier Ave. E., 613-232-6921) has late hours, great coffee, and excellent pastries.

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- Johnny’s pizza (233 Laurier Ave. E., 613-236-9500). - Oh so good desserts (25 York St., 613-241-8028) Best desserts in town. -The Moon Dog Pub and Grill (238 Laurier Ave. E., 613-233-3624) Pub and Restaurant. -Urban Well (244 Laurier Ave. E., 613-234-2914) Nearby pub and restaurant. The Byward Market is a ten minute walk from the University of Ottawa (http://www.byward-market.com/). Within an area roughly four blocks square, you'll find museums, cafés, specialty food shops, boutiques, galleries, restaurants, pubs, hair & aesthetics salons and more! There is a very large variety of restaurants in the Market and throughout Ottawa. Bars & Clubs - Whiskey Bar (112 York St., 613-241-5457) has bands, and mainstream -alternative dance music, crowd of 21+. - Rainbow Bistro (76, Murray Street, 613-241-5123) has various bands performing. - Zaphod Beeblebrox (27 York St., 613-562-1010) hosts a variety of bands and dance music - Pub 101 (101 York St., 613-789-3515) is a 3-floor pub, that offers pool tables, big-screen sporting events, fast food and a dance floor, featuring a variety of types of music. - The Great Canadian Cabin (95 York, 613-241-7552), a pure Canadian nightclub, offers all kinds of music for all ages. - Tila Tequila (104 Clarence, 613-241-6581) Lounge, martini bar, dance club. - My Condo (34 Clarence, 613-789-7770). Medium-size night club with 2 floors of new age, hip-hop, reggae and dance music. - Caliente and Amazonas Latin Club (110 York, 2nd floor, 613-562-0698). Ottawa's biggest Latin club. Featuring Latin music such as Salsa and Merengue, as well as reggae, hip-hop and dance. They also feature live bands and offer free dance lessons during the week. - Pure (426 St. Joseph Boulevard, Gatineau, 819-777-4426). Big and very modern nightclub, featuring the best of hip hop, dance and top 40's music, 18+.- The Drink (130 George St., 613-244-9905). This new club in town offers a variety of music styles ranging from hip hop to dance and techno. Go early and avoid line-ups. Crowd of 21+. - Foundation (18 York Street). Restaurant by day and club by night, this hidden gem is Ottawa=s latest hotspot to eat, drink and lounge. - Sotto Bar & Lounge (295 Dalhousie Street 613- 241-3696). With a contemporary design, this nightclub offers a classy twist on house and techno hits, 21+. - Honest Lawyer (141 George Street 613-562-2262). A big venue that caters to pub food and pub type music, 21+. - Minglewoods (14 Waller Street 613-562-2611). A large pub style bar and restaurant with three separate levels of fun & enjoyment. - Lobby bar (158 1/2 Rideau Street). State of the art venue with house/techno music. Museums and Galleries Canadian Museum of Civilization (http://www.civilization.ca) 100 Laurier in Gatineau

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Tel.: 819-776-7000 An interesting looking building on the other side of the river, the architecture represents the creative forces of water, wind, and ice that are part of Canadian geography. One of the best parts of the museum is the Cineplus which is the only combination of IMAX and OMNIMAX in North America. National Gallery of Canada (http://national.gallery.ca ) 350 Sussex Drive Tel.: 613-990-1985 It is an exceptional place to see the most comprehensive collection of Canadian art. The Gallery's library is a mixture of art and art history and is available to the public. It has different exhibitions on a regular basis. Museum of Science and Technology (http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca ) 1867 St-Laurent Blvd. Tel.: 613-991-3044 This museum is one of the newer ones that is located outside of the downtown area but is just a short bus ride away. It has everything you could image that a science and technology museum would have and more. A visit to this museum will definitely not bore you. The Canadian Museum of Nature (http://www.nature.ca ) Corner of McLeod and Metcalfe Tel.: 613-566-4700 This museum has everything from dinosaurs to Canadian flora and fauna. Canadian War Museum (http://www.warmuseum.ca/splash.html) 1 Vimy Place Tel.: 613-776-7000 This museum shows the history of Canada, from the earliest European settlers to the most recent conflicts. Great battles are often re-enacted for the public to see. Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography (http://cmcp.gallery.ca ) 1, Rideau Canal Tel.: 613-990-8257 It is the first museum dedicated to photography in Canada and contains over 158,000 pictures. The Currency Museum (http://www.currencymuseum.ca ) 245 Sparks St. Tel.: 613-782-8914

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This museum shows the history of Canadian currencies since times of the confederation to nowadays. Movie Theatres (http://www.cinemaclock.com/clock/ont/Ottawa.html ) The following is a list of the locations for the three movie theatre companies: 1. Cineplex Odeon Coliseum Ottawa 3090 Carling 613-596-9475 Silvercity Gloucester 2385 City Park Dr. 613-749-3029 South Keys Cinemas 2214 Bank St. 613-736-1115 2. Empire Theaters Empire World Exchange Centre 7 111 Albert 613-233-0209 Empire Rideau Centre 50 Rideau St. 613-234-3712 3. Cinema Fortune StarCité Hull 115 du plateau, Hull 613-770-1090 4. AMC Theaters Kanata 24 801 Earl Grey Dr. 613-599-1200 There are also independent theatres which show more alternative movies and a great variety of international films. (Check info-campus for schedules) - Mayfair 1074 Bank Street 613-730-3403 - Bytowne 325 Rideau Street 613-789-3456 - Rainbow Cinemas St. Laurent Shopping Centre 613-688-0850 - Ciné-Starz Les Promenades, Gatineau 819-568-8000 Theatres National Arts Centre (http://www.nac-cna.ca/ ) 53 Elgin Street Tel.:613-947-7000 The National Arts Centre (NAC) is the largest theatrical venue in Ottawa. It is located beside the Rideau Canal only a few minutes away from the University of Ottawa and the Parliament Buildings.

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University Theatre (La Comédie des deux rives and The Drama Guild) Academic Hall, University of Ottawa Tel.: 613-562-5761 The two theatre companies provide an opportunity to watch University of Ottawa students and at the same time enjoy yourself with great theatre at an affordable price. The Ottawa Little Theatre Inc. 400 King Edward Avenue Tel.: 613-233-8948 For 50 years the Little Theatre has been proving that community theatre is alive and well. The Scotiabank Place Home of the Ottawa Senators hockey team (Tel. 613- 599-0100) at 1000 Palladium Drive, Kanata, is another attractive sports and entertainment facility. (Concerts and Events tickets available at 613- 599-3267) Radio Stations FM Radio CBC Radio, 91.5 (News) Radio Canada, 90.7 (News in French) Radio Énergie, 104.1 (Contemporary) HOT 89.9 (Hit Music) CHEZ 106.1 (Classic Rock) The Bear 106.9 (Classic Rock) CHUO 89.1 Campus radio (Cultural) Magic 100.3 (Pop, Soft Rock) Bob FM 93.9 (80's, 90's and whatever) Young Country Y101, 101.1 (Country)

AM Radio Oldies 1310 (Oldies) The Team Sports radio 1200 (Sports) CFRA 580 (News Talk radio) CJRC 1150 (News Talk radio in French)

Transportation Walking The city of Ottawa is a great place for a pedestrian. An especially nice place to walk along the Rideau Canal which has a path from one end to the other. Biking Ottawa is a bicyclist’s paradise because of the great bike paths, especially the paths along the canal and in the Gatineau hills.

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Rent-a-bike, located on Mackenzie Avenue behind the Château Laurier, provides information, maps, panniers and everything necessary to explore Ottawa's large network of bicycle pathways. They also offer several tours for groups. For information, call 241-4140. Bicycles can also be rented at several other outlets around the region:

Dows Lake Pavilion, 613-232-1001 or 232-5278 (http://www.dowslake.com ) Cycle Bertrand in Gatineau, 819-771-6858

OC-Transpo Public Buses and O-Train Tel.: 613-741-4390 The City of Ottawa is blessed with a good bus system which includes the transitway, and one lightrail train route. If you use bus tickets or buy a bus pass the cost is greatly reduced. OC Transpo telephone info staff will help you plan your travel from home to campus, or anywhere else you want to go - routes, schedules, timetables, fares ... Visit the Web Site where all timetables are available: www.octranspo.com You can pay cash -exact fare required, no change back- but it=s cheaper to use a pass or tickets. Full-time university students can buy discount student passes during the academic year (September to April). Buses run as late as 2am in certain routes. Blue Line Taxi Tel.: 613-238-1111 This company is Ottawa's most popular cab company and a ride from the University of Ottawa to Gatineau will cost you about $18.00. http://www.bluelinetaxi.com Festivals Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, September (http://www.ville.gatineau.qc.ca) You can watch the fascinating balloons or fly over the splendid Ottawa region to see the area in the colourful Fall season. National Capital Christmas Lights, December to January (http://www.capcan.ca ) The City of Ottawa is colourfully lit up with Christmas lights over the holidays and especially enchanting is Parliament Hill.

Winterlude, February (http://www.capcan.ca ) Every February, Canada’s Capital Region is host to Winterlude, North America’s greatest winter celebration. Three fun-filled weekends of excitement

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and activity await the whole family! From spectacular ice carvings to an amazing playground made of snow, Winterlude is a great way to take in the best of our Canadian winter. Skate on the world’s largest skating rink — right in the heart of Ottawa! Marvel at majestic snow sculptures and glittering ice sculptures or groove to energetic rhythms at Snowbowl. The Tulip Festival, May (http://www.capcan.ca ) The Canadian Tulip Festival has grown into the largest Tulip Festival in the world from a gift of thanks given six decades ago. In the fall of 1945, Princess Juliana of the Netherlands presented Ottawa with over 100,000 tulip bulbs in appreciation of the safe haven that members of Holland's exiled royal family received during the Second World War in Ottawa and in recognition of the role which Canadian troops played in the liberation of the Netherlands. Le Festival franco-ontarien - The Franco-Ontarian Festival, June (http://www.ffo.ca/ ) The national holiday for French Canadians is St-Jean Baptiste day, on June 24. The Franco-Ontarian Festival takes place around this date and celebrates French culture from around the world. Cultures Canada, June This fast-growing festival has been featuring dances and traditions from around the world for nearly 15 years now. During this week you will find activities from all the countries you can imagine. Canada Day, July 1 (http://www.capcan.ca) The celebration of Canada's birthday is a very special event in Ottawa. A day long festival and a spectacular display of fireworks at night culminate this celebration. The Ottawa International Jazz Festival, August (http://www.ottawajazzfestival.com/ ) This is Canada’s second largest live jazz festival, second only to the Montreal one. Great artists such as the late Ray Charles, Ellis Marsalis, Ray Barreto, etc. have performed in the past, the festival goes on day and night for a week.

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Flight (return) $ 9,00 - $2,000

Housing (from $650 to $800 per month) $ 2,600 - 3,200

Food (approximately $45 per week) $ 675

Compulsory health insurance (UHIP) $ 240

Books and other supplies $ 700-1,000

Clothing, entertainment, and other items $ 1,000 (varies)

Long distance phone calls $ 200 (based on individual usage)

Total approx. $ 8,315/semestre

Public Holidays Labour Day Thanksgiving Family Day Good Friday and Easter Monday New Year's Day Christmas Victoria Day Canada Day Fax Machine If you need to use a fax machine for personal use, you can use the University of Ottawa Campus Pharmacy's fax machine. All other types of faxes you need to send you may do so at our Office. Must be seen The Gatineau Park (http://www.capcan.ca ) In Gatineau Provincial Park, just minutes from downtown Gatineau, and a mere 20-minute drive from Ottawa, deer, beavers and other typical Canadian wildlife still abound. The 35,000-hectare Provincial park is located in the Gatineau Hills - part of the oldest mountain range in the world - and is maintained by the National Capital Commission (NCC). Hundreds of kilometres of trails (some of which are old Indigenous footpaths) wind their way through the park and are excellent travel ways for hikers, cyclists and cross-country ski enthusiasts, depending on the season. Lookouts provide splendid views of the Ottawa Valley, and swimmers and canoeists find the sparkling lakes irresistible. Follow Taché Boulevard West out of Gatineau, then turn north along the scenic Gatineau Parkway. Signs along the route indicate sites of interest. Trail maps are available at the NCC Visitors' Centre, 14 Metcalfe Street (613- 239-5000), or the park's visitor centre at 33 Scott Road in Chelsea, Qc. (819-827-2020).

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Hog's Back Falls At the point where the Rideau Canal and the Rideau River separate, Hog's Back Falls rush over rocks that resemble the bristles on a hog's spine. The falls were a troublesome spot for the canal builders, but today the area is a favourite picnic site. Follow Colonel Drive to Hog's Back Bridge, and turn left to find parking on the east side of the river. Rideau Hall (http://www.gg.ca/ ) The official residence of our Governors General since confederation in 1867, Rideau Hall is the symbolic home of all Canadians. Located on Sussex Drive, this gracious 19th Century national treasure is an elegant, inviting residence set on 79 acres of perfect gardens and recreational grounds. The Canadian public is encouraged to tour the grounds, the residence and to take part in special and ongoing activities at Rideau Hall. These include concert series, a garden party and tours, art tours and winter skating parties. Parliament Hill (http://www.parliamenthill.gc.ca/ ) Legend has it that when Queen Victoria decreed that Ottawa was to become to capital of Canada, she had the current site of Parliament Hill in mind. Originally called Barracks Hill, the stately plateau overlooking the Ottawa River was home to soldiers' barracks. It is in these buildings that the Canadian Prime Minister, the senator, deputies, and MP’s work the political development of the country. The three original buildings (West Block, East Block, and Centre Block) were completed in the mid 1800s. Even if you don't take a tour of the inside of the buildings, there are many things to see and do on the grounds. A visit to Parliament Hill is a must for all Canadians, and is also a great learning experience for visitors to our country. Take the elevator to the top of the Peace Tower and admire the view, learn about Canadian history and the workings of the Canadian political system, and meet other Canadians and people from around the world who enjoy a visit to one of the most famous landmarks in Canada. Well, we hope that these suggestions will enhance your stay in Ottawa... Au plaisir de vous rencontrer!

Useful Links University of Ottawa Newsletter: http://www.uottawa.ca/alumni/alum-news/enewsletter-index.html

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Course schedule: www.timetable.uottawa.ca About the City of Ottawa: www.capcan.ca www.ottawa.com About the City of Gatineau: http://www.ville.gatineau.qc.ca/ About the Canadian Government: www.canada.gc.ca About Immigration: www.cic.gc.ca About Canadian Tourism www.travelcanada.ca About the Canadian Education System: www.studyincanada.com About the Weather in Canada www.theweathernetwork.com About Ottawa public transportation: www.OCtranspo.com

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55 Laurier Avenue East Ottawa, ON, K1N 6N5

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Centre de service aux étudiants Pavillon Desmarais, pièce 1100

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