Student Life

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The Student Life team is dedicated to supporting the success of all students by providing opportunities to connect with campus life, community, and career preparation outside of the classroom.

Post-secondary life is about so much more than just going to class, so take advantage by getting involved through events, networking activities, student groups, clubs, volunteering, and more. Just remember, you belong here, and you are not alone!

Get the most out of your George Brown experience

Events

The Student Life team and other teams across the College regularly hold events for all students. Listings are added to our events calendar, so keep an eye out throughout each semester!

Volunteer Squad

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Joining the Volunteer Squad is a great way to get involved in the college community, network, and gain new experiences! 

 

Housing support

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GBP has one student residence, The George. The Student Life and Residence Life teams also support students with resources for finding housing.

The Good Food Market

The Good Food Market offers on-campus access to fresh fruits and vegetables at affordable prices weekly at St. James Campus. Join the mailing list using the email link below to get weekly updates and access to a pre-order form.

Study & Work Abroad

GBP provides a variety of global learning opportunities for students to gain international and intercultural awareness, knowledge, and skills through study or work abroad programs. 

Orientation

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Student life starts with orientation! When you first join GBP, make sure to take advantage of all the events and offerings from our Orientation team.

More opportunities at George Brown

Research projects

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Engaging in research and innovation provides work-integrated and experiential learning opportunities to enable skill development, build your resume, and make meaningful connections with industry contacts.

Enactus

With support from faculty advisors and industry professionals, Enactus George Brown’s student members can gain actual workforce experience and develop soft skills while contributing to various ongoing projects… even starting your own business or social enterprise!

startGBC

startGBC helps students and alumni develop entrepreneurial skills and grow from ideation to commercialization, providing support, guidance, and networking opportunities for your entrepreneurial journey. 

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.