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We've put together some important tips to help you prepare for your counselling session. For students who want to arrange a private space to have their virtual (video) counseling session on campus, rooms can be booked at the Library Learning Commons.

Yes, we offer both in person and virtual (video) counselling appointments. To book a counselling appointment, please sign in to the counselling student portal using your GBC username and password. You may select an in-person counselling appointment at your preferred campus location. You may also...

If your course list does not look correct in Brightspace: Log in to STU-VIEW to confirm your current course registration. You must be officially registered for the course to appear in Brightspace.Also in STU-VIEW, check that you do not have any academic, financial, or other hold on your account. If...

Getting started As an introduction, follow the Brightspace self-directed online training.There are useful resources available on our Brightspace support page. There you will find how-to videos on accessing the virtual classroom, submitting an assignment, taking a test online, and more. Online...

Course/Credit Challenge If a course covers material you already know, you can ask for an assessment of your knowledge - or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). This is called a “challenge.” For example, if you have done a lot of computer work, you might challenge a computer course. To...

Changing Status from International to Domestic: If you became Canadian, Permanent Resident or granted Convention Refugee prior to registration, you will need to submit the documents listed below to the International Centre If you became Canadian, Permanent Resident or granted Convention Refugee...

If space is available and registration remains open, you may be able to register in another full-time post-secondary course as a replacement for your exempted course. Note that registration ends on Day 5 of each term. Please contact your Academic Department for more information.

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR) PLAR stands for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition. PLAR gives you credit for knowledge and skills you have gained through life experiences such as working and volunteering and/or non-credited education. For more information visit the Prior...

Full-time George Brown students are eligible for GO Transit student fares. You can save on travel via GO Rail and GO Bus when using the PRESTO card. Details on their student discounts can be found on the GO Transit Student Savings website. For information on how to apply for the discount in person...

At your appointment time, click on your appointment and you will find a link under the “What do you want to work on?” section of your booking. This link is added by your tutor about 10 minutes before your appointment and will take you to GoBoard, our online tutoring platform for math/accounting...

At George Brown we offer orientation sessions and activities to all new registered students beginning studies in January, May, and September. Your new student orientation will take place the week prior to your classes beginning. For more information see the Orientation webpage. For prospective...

To opt-in/out of the extended health and dental plan, please visit the Student Association Health Benefits Program webpage. Follow the instructions to opt-in/out prior to the posted deadlines. For domestic students, online opt-out is also available at We Speak Student. Students are responsible for...

If you completed a full time program within the last six (6) months, and did not receive your credential (certificate, diploma, or degree) in the mail, please send an inquiry to the Academic Records Office.

All accommodated testing, including online testing, must be booked with the Assessment Centre with 7 days notice. Please note: The Assessment Centre staff do not have access to test settings and conditions, therefore, please ensure that your instructor has considered your accommodated time.

Students can view the General Education or Liberal Studies requirements for their program. More details and contact information are on the General Education and Liberal Studies Electives webpage.

The Library Learning Commons' on-campus computers are available for independent learning, academic research, projects, and assignments by currently registered students. You will need your student ID and password to have access to the computers. If you have forgotten your password please go to the...

The Library Learning Commons provides access to many specialized software packages. The computers at each campus have hardware and software specific to the classes taught at each campus location. There is also a selection of iPad and Android software. To see the available applications, visit the...

In the acceptance email, you will receive instructions on how to complete the rest of your acceptance details online. The online process requires you to provide details related to contact and health information, payment information, emergency contact information, and personality profile questions...

The borrowed equipment must be returned in person to the library location where it was borrowed from. Please visit our library Borrow Equipment webpage for information about equipment loans.

The GBC Digital Student ID is your primary GBC ID and can be accessed through the George Brown App. For more information on how to install the George Brown app, please visit our Mobile Apps Support page. Students can request a physical ID card to be printed through the Photo Submission/Validation...

Please visit the Library Learning Commons website for locations and hours of operation. Online library services include: Academic Resources (eBooks, journal articles, dictionaries and encyclopedias, and more)Research GuidesLinkedIn LearningSubmit a Help Request Ticket (help with password resets...

No, you will continue to use your existing photo ID card. Once you get your card, you don't need to renew it. As long as you have an active student registration with TMU, your Student OneCard will remain active for accessing university services.

Applying for Academic Year (September – April) You can apply to the residence by filling out the online application available at www.georgebrown.ca/residence or visiting our My Housing Portal. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. When you apply for residence, you are...

For more information about placement testing, you may: Visit the Assessment Centre websiteE-mail your questions to gbctest@georgebrown.ca Please note that although we strive to return phone calls and emails promptly, our response may take up to 3 business days due to a high volume of inquiries.

The counsellor you meet at your initial appointment may not necessarily be the counsellor that you will meet with for future appointments. At your initial appointment, the counsellor will listen to your concerns and work with you to identify your needs and help you determine the next steps to...

To book an appointment with Counselling Services you have several options: 1. Sign in to our counselling student portal using your GBC username and password to book a virtual or an in-person counselling appointment; 2. Contact our Welcome Desk at letstalk@georgebrown.ca or 416-415-5000 ext. 2107 and...

The GPA is calculated by dividing the quality points by the GPA hours: Each letter grade has a grade point value.This is multiplied by the credits to obtain the quality points.The credits are added up to obtain the GPA hours. For Grade Point Values, see Grading Scheme To calculate the term or...

Plan to spend between 2 to 4 hours completing your placement assessment(s). Some assessments are timed and some are untimed. Do not rush in completing your assessments as your course placement – college or foundation level – depends on the assessment results. For more information, please email the...

Due to professional restrictions, GBC Counselling Services can only offer mental health counselling to students who are located in the province of Ontario at the time of their appointment. However, there are other free, professional mental health counselling resources offered to students outside of...

If you are unable to join or connect to your program orientation, check your internet connection. If that appears to be working, try using a different browser. When using these platforms for the first time, you may need to adjust your settings to allow your camera and microphone to be used. For...

Once you have completed all of a program's requirements, you must request a certificate/certificate of completion in writing. For more details and steps to follow, please visit Continuing Education credential requests.

Assessments will be conducted at the Assessment Centre at the St. James Campus. For more information about assessments and locations, please visit the Assessment Centre website.

In addition to one-on-one appointments for English, study skills, and math, students can, upon request, book a group appointment with a tutor. These group appointments can be booked by contacting the TLC by phone, email, or in person. Group conversation circles for ESL students to practice their...

If your campus supports certain courses through Peer Learning Groups, there may be additional support available. Check with the Tutoring & Learning Centre (TLC) at your campus for more information or contact your academic department.

Tutoring and Learning Centre Study skills appointments vary at every campus but are for students that would like to work on academic skills such as: reading comprehensionnote-takingstudying for tests (multiple-choice, memorization of material, application of knowledge questions)time management...

If your appointment is after business hours, you can email onlinetutoring@georgebrown.ca If your appointment is during business hours, you can contact us: by email: onlinetutoring@georgebrown.caby phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4053

Refund Status Refunds that are processed will show as ETRF on your account description in your STU-VIEW account. Domestic Students: Refunds are currently being sent via e-transfer email. Students will receive an email to their GBC email address and a code to access their funds. If you have...

All video counselling appointments are conducted using Zoom Healthcare edition. Once you check in to the appointment on the counselling student portal, and your counsellor is ready to meet, you will be provided with a "Join Meeting" link which will take you to the Zoom meeting waiting room. Your...

We strongly encourage you to download the Zoom app and log in with your GBC email address and password. This will ensure you are able to connect seamlessly with the counsellor on your smartphone or your computer.

GBC Counselling Services uses a Zoom version that meets all privacy concerns. Only people who have the link will be allowed into the meeting. All participants will have to wait in the virtual waiting room until they are admitted by the counsellor.

The counsellor you meet at your initial appointment may not necessarily be the counsellor that you will meet with for future appointments. At your initial appointment, the counsellor will listen to your concerns and work with you to identify your needs and help you determine the next steps to...

We have the following curated resources to help support students' wellness: Taking care of your mental healthPeer Mentor+Wellness videosMindfulness videos

The Library Learning Commons provides printers for use with computers. We provide access to: laser printers (black and white print), and colour laser printers. Specialized printing such as plotters is available at Casa Loma Library Learning Commons. Wireless printing from your laptop is also...

Your professor may refer you to the TLC, but the use of our services is confidential. We will not disclose information about your visits and progress to professors, parents or classmates. Should you want proof of tutoring, please let your tutor know and we can send that directly to you. If your use...

The Assessment Centre does not compensate students for time lost due to late arrival. If you arrive more than 30 minutes after the arranged start time, you will not be permitted to write in the Assessment Centre until written permission has been granted by your instructor.

Online tutoring appointments are made directly in WCOnline, our online booking system. Sign in to your WCOnline account and select the appropriate online schedule.Book an appointment as you would a regular in-person appointment. You are encouraged to attach your essay/written assignment to the...

To opt out of non-essential ancillary fees, login to your STU-VIEW account and select Financial Services > View Fees. A list of all ancillary fees non-essential ancillary will be displayed, along with detailed descriptions of each fee, and an opt-out button. Please note that once you submit your opt...

Domestic students: Please email your request for a refund to studentrefund@georgebrown.ca Please ensure you include your student ID number for reference in the email. International Student: International students must request their refund from the International Centre. Please refer to our Withdrawal...

Please send an inquiry to the Academic Records Office. You need to indicate that you have paid your outstanding balance. We will mail your credential, so please provide an updated mailing address or ensure your address is correct on STU-VIEW.

Admissions Testing For more information about the admission assessment and assessment preparation visit the Assessment Centre's website. You may also take part in our Mature Student Assessment Preparation Courses. Placement (post-admission) Assessment For more information about the placement...