How do I register for New Student Orientation?
Where do I go if I need help with anything as I start school?
When and where can I get my Student ID card?
When will I receive my timetable?
How and where do I get a locker?
Where can I buy my textbooks?
Where is the library and when is it open?
Where can I go for technology support?
How do I book an appointment with a Counsellor or Accessibility Advisor?
How do I find a tutor?
How do I pay my fees?
I have a question about my student loan. Who do I contact?
Where do I go to find out about awards?
Looking for work while you study?
I identify as a student of Canadian Indigenous Ancestry. Where can I go to connect with cultural supports?
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How do I register for New Student Orientation?
If you are a new student you will receive an invitation email to attend our virtual New Student Orientation event. Check your MyBVC email to register.
If you have not already created your MyBVC account, you will find your username and a link to create a password in your acceptance email. If you do not have your username or password, click on “I forgot my password” on the login page and follow the instructions. If you need additional support, contact the ITS Service Desk for assistance at servicedesk@bowvalleycollege.ca or call 1-866-615-8923 toll free.
Where do I go if I need help with anything as I start school?
Being a new student can be overwhelming and you may have a lot of questions. Our Learner Success Advisors can answer your questions and work with you to create an individualized success plan that could help you with transitioning. Book an appointment with a Learner Success Advisor or email success@bowvalleycollege.ca to access support.
Academic Advisors provide students with the tools needed to reach their educational goals at Bow Valley College. Whether you are looking for help choosing courses each term, registration assistance, or general program guidance we are here to support you along the way. Our services include:
Program planning
- Course load changes
- How to pick courses each term
- Next steps if things don’t work out with a course
- General program planning
Online Registration help
- How to navigate MyBVC
- How to register for courses on MyBVC
Understanding student policies and program requirements
- Navigating student policies
- Prerequisites
- Program completion requirements
- General Transfer Credit information (no assessments)
Visit Academic Advising | Bow Valley College or contact Academic Advising at 403-410-3456 or advising@bowvalleycollege.ca to speak with our team.
When and where can I get my student ID card?
Students must show a student photo ID card to enter campus. It is important that you have an active student ID card with your photo before May 2022. You can request a photo ID card from Registrar Services by uploading a photo of yourself and a piece of government-issued photo ID through our secure online form (your MyBVC log-in is required to use the form).
When will I receive my timetable?
Some timetables are available on MyBVC.ca. After logging into your account, go to the “Registration” tab and click on “Schedule”. Then, find the first day of class, May 5, 2022 and you will see your classes and schedule if available.
For timetable issues, please contact the Office of Registrar at registrar@bowvalleycollege.ca.
How and where do I get a locker?
Locker rentals can be booked through our secure rental website. Lockers are available on a first come, first served basis (one locker per person). Please note that lockers will be required to be emptied for cleaning at the end of each semester. Lockers are available in both North Campus (first to seventh floor) and South Campus (third to fifth floor).
Where can I buy my textbooks?
You can order your textbooks online at the bookstore website. You can also visit our bookstore on campus (South Campus, first floor) which is open Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Where is the library and when is it open?
The RGO Library and Learning Commons is located on the first and second floor of North Campus. Visit the library’s website to find more information about library services and the hours of operation.
Where can I go for technology support?
For help with your myBVC username and password, email servicedesk@bowvalleycollege.ca or call 1-866-615-8923 toll free.
For help with D2L Brightspace, Microsoft Office (e.g., MS Teams), or educational technology questions, refer to Technology Services webpage.
How do I book an appointment with a Counsellor or Accessibility Advisor?
Counselling Services is available to help learners with personal, emotional, or interpersonal problems that might affect academic or personal success. Call 403-410-1440 or email counselling@bowvalleycollege.ca to book an appointment.
Accessibility Advisors provide support to learners with disabilities. If you have a disability, or if you think that you have a disability, Accessibility Advisors can help with academic accommodations, referrals for assessments, and grant funding applications. If you need assistance, book an appointment with an Accessibility Advisor or email accessibility@bowvalleycollege.ca.
How do I find a tutor?
The library provides Peer Tutoring Services. For information about the Peer Tutoring Services through the library, please click here.
Your department may also offer tutoring services, so please check with your instructor(s) or program chair.
How do I pay my fees?
There are several ways to pay your tuition and fees. Find more information about different payment methods and choose one that works for you.
Please see the important dates page for fee deadlines.
I have a question about my student loan. Who should I contact?
If you need information about how to apply for a student loan or need help with your application, book an appointment with a Student Loan Advisor or email financialaid@bowvalleycollege.ca with your questions.
Where do I go to find out about awards?
Visit the Awards Portal to learn about available internal scholarship/award opportunities. Use your MyBVC.ca login to create your profile and apply for bursaries and scholarships before you start school. Review the deadline dates and selection criteria first, then complete the online application.
Looking for work while you study?
Contact Career Services at careerservices@bowvalleycollege.ca or visit My BVC Career Hub to access current job postings, volunteer opportunities, career and employment events, and workshops.
How can you decide which advisor is right for you?
We have many advisors at BVC that specialize in different areas. Review the document to find out how to access the right advisor for your needs.
How do I set up my Wi-Fi and Multifactor Authentication?
Need help connecting to the Bow Valley College Wi-Fi? Visit the Wi-Fi page to learn how to connect to the College's free wireless internet.
The College is committed to protecting you from cyber threats. Visit the Multifactor Authentication page to learn how to install the MFA app on your phone.
