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NEW STUDENT GUIDE
WELCOME
TO CAPILANO LEADING WITH
UNIVERSITY
CONFIDENCE,
REUNITING WITH CARE
CapU continues to navigate the
challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic
CONTENTS with your safety and well-being
remaining a key priority for the
Navigate Your Next Steps 2
University. We are guided by our
Plan Your Finances 4 commitment to provide you with
Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards 4 engaging, inclusive and active
learning opportunities, while
Useful Resources 4 following public health and the B.C.
Other Funding Resources 5 government’s guidance to support
the continuity of in-person learning.
Student Loans & Grants 5
Join Our Housing Community 6 Based on current plans, the majority
Welcome to Capilano University! This is an exciting time for you and of classes at Capilano University will
Rooms & Roommate Selection 6
your family. We’re honoured that you have chosen to pursue your be in person with some courses being
Top Reasons to Live in Residence 6 taught online or in a mixed-mode
university studies at CapU.
Meal Plan 7 approach (online and in person).
Beginning post-secondary education is a big step, particularly now, Between now and September, there
as we continue to deal with the challenges of COVID-19. However, How to Apply for CapU Housing 7
is much that we will learn and we
new opportunities we never imagined before are emerging—I believe Get Your Game On 8 will adjust as necessary to maintain
your time at CapU will give you the confidence to explore the world a consistent approach, building in
with the belief that your goals are achievable. Recreational Activities 8
flexibility in our academic planning
You are entering an exceptional university with a learning environment Student-Athlete Services 9 and considerations.
where your well-being is the cornerstone of everything we do. At CapU, How to Apply 9
you’ll engage in applied learning approaches that can lead to real-world For the latest information about our
Connect to Support Services 10 plans, academic supports, student
experiences. I encourage you to make the most of your experiences—
go ahead and explore the many programs we offer and let your curiosity Experience Studying Abroad 12 services, and health and safety
inspire imaginative approaches in everything you do here. guidelines, including answers to
Explore the North Shore 14
your frequently asked questions,
Starting today, go forward with confidence to pursue a future that We Are Here for You 16 visit capilanou.ca/return2campus
is of your own making.
Pre-Arrival Checklist 17
Although our COVID-19 context
continues to evolve, I believe we will
Sincerely, see a growing sense of revitalization
and collective connection at CapU
in 2022. I wish you all the best.
Welcome to Capilano University.
Toran Savjord
PAUL DANGERFIELD Vice President, Strategic Planning,
PRESIDENT Assessment and Institutional
Effectiveness
NEW STUDENT GUIDE 1
NAVIGATE
YOUR NEXT
STEPS
Congratulations on being admitted to Capilano University!
We’ve prepared this guide to help you transition successfully
to CapU. Think of it as a toolbox to help you navigate your
next steps with confidence. Your future at CapU awaits and
we look forward to you joining our community!
PRE-ARRIVAL COURSE MARK YOUR
CHECKLIST REGISTRATION CALENDAR STAY CONNECTED
Read engaging stories about the CapU
Keeping track of all the details you need to take care of You will receive information about registration through JumpStart
community in Capsule, CapU’s digital
before starting your studies can be challenging, so we’ve your myCapU email account, including the date and time Kick-start your education by attending our virtual
magazine, at capilanou.ca/capsule
prepared a pre-arrival checklist, located at the back of when you can go online and register for your courses. JumpStart event. This event is designed to give you the
this guide, to help you stay on track. Tear off the checklist This is called a “time ticket” and is an important step for opportunity to get to know the campus and staff before
and place it somewhere visible, and then check off the you to register for courses. Time tickets are assigned your studies begin. To RSVP and for more information,
tasks as you complete them. based on student groups and the total number of credits visit capilanou.ca/jumpstart
you’ve earned. In early July, be sure to check if you have Parent & Student Supporter Orientation
received a time ticket for registration. For more This event is for your parents or supporters and
ACADEMIC information, visit capilanou.ca/registration-time-tickets is held at the same time as your JumpStart event.
ADVISING At the virtual Parent & Student Supporter Orientation,
your parents and supporters will learn about what
Our academic advisors are available to assist you to expect in the first year of university and how
with course planning. Join a drop-in group advising to support you during this critical transition.
session, attend a course planning workshop or book It will be a great experience, so encourage
a more in-depth, one-on-one advising session. them to attend. To RSVP and for more information,
See capilanou.ca/advising visit capilanou.ca/parent-supporter-orientation
New Student Orientation
Starting anything new in life is exciting, but can
also be a little scary. That is why we encourage you
to attend CapU’s New Student Orientation to help
BUYING YOUR BOOKS you have a smooth and stress-free start to your
university experience. You will get the chance to make
To order your books and course materials new friends and enjoy some fun activities. Come ready
online and have them shipped to your home, to learn and have a great time! For more information,
visit books.capilanou.ca visit capilanou.ca/orientation
2 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY
PLAN YOUR
FINANCES IMPORTANT DETAILS TO KEEP
IN MIND ABOUT STUDENT LOANS
OTHER FUNDING RESOURCES
Adult Upgrading Grants: If you’re upgrading your skills
or taking developmental education or training courses,
• Apply early—applications can take up to
A university education is a big investment. Now that you have been two months to be processed.
the Adult Upgrading Grant could help cover your costs.
For more information, visit capilanou.ca/financial-aid/aug
admitted to CapU, the next step is creating a plan to pay for your • Applications for the 2022–2023 academic
education. We have various tools and resources to help you and Funding for Youth Aged Out of Care: If you’re living —
year open in June 2022.
or have lived — as a youth in care in B.C., you could
your family set up an educational financial plan. • You do not need to be registered in courses to qualify for financial support to cover some of the costs
complete and submit the application. Submit a separate of your education at Capilano University. To see what
application through your provincial loan provider for is available, visit capilanou.ca/aged-out-of-care
each term. The final deadline to submit your application
External Awards: Many government partners,
is six weeks before the end of the term.
associations and not-for-profit organizations offer
• Funding is only released on or after the first day of scholarships, bursaries and awards for eligible CapU
classes, so if you need the loan to pay tuition, you students. To access our External Awards handout and
should apply for a Fee Deferral at CapU once you other external award opportunities,
receive a notification letter from your provincial loan visit capilanou.ca/external-awards
APPLY FOR PLAN AHEAD CONSIDER TALK TO A provider. For more information on Fee Deferrals, visit
SCHOLARSHIPS, AND CREATE YOUR APPLYING FINANCIAL tudent Line of Credit: Another option you can explore
S
capilanou.ca/fee-deferrals
BURSARIES EDUCATIONAL FOR STUDENT AID ADVISOR is taking out a student line of credit through a bank or
• While you are enrolled in full-time studies, you are credit union. Talk to your bank or credit union to see
AND AWARDS FINANCIAL PLAN LOANS Explore your options for
not required to make payments on the principal of if you qualify for a student line of credit or other
We have a one-step online Check out the myCapU Visit your province’s financial assistance and
get help with budgeting. the loan. The interest is paid by the provincial and financing options.
application through your money machine under student loan provider
myCapU account. “Planning your Financing.” website and apply early! capilanou.ca/financial-aid federal governments.
Emergency Funding: If you are facing unexpected
Remember to apply every capilanou.ca/financial-aid B.C. residents: • Repayment of the loan will begin six months
term! capilanou.ca/awards studentaidbc.ca financial distress, we can help you assess your financial
after your studies end. options and apply for emergency bursaries and loans.
SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & AWARDS USEFUL RESOURCES
Scholarships, bursaries and awards are financial
assistance that you don’t have to pay back, and you
CapU Website: The Fees & Finances section on our
website is very detailed and has links to lead you to
HOW TO APPLY
FOR SCHOLARSHIPS,
$2.1M+ 88.5%
can apply for them after you begin your studies. all the relevant or necessary sources of information in CapU scholarships, of CapU graduates
For more information on our scholarships, bursaries and you will need. See capilanou.ca/fees
BURSARIES AND AWARDS bursaries and awards successfully repaid
awards as well as the full list of awards that we offer, 1 G
o to myCapU Account: were provided to 1,424 their student loans
StudentAid BC Website: Helps you explore funding
visit capilanou.ca/awards capilanou.ca/mycapu students in 2020/21 in 2020
options and has information on how to maintain and
repay the loans. See studentaidbc.ca 2 Log into your myCapU Account
National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC): 3 Select Financial Aid and Awards STUDENT LOANS & GRANTS
Offers on-demand online webinars on the student
loan repayment process. The webinars help you 4 Select Apply for Scholarships, Bursaries, If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident,
understand your obligations when repaying your Awards and Fee Deferrals. you may qualify for loans or grants from the government
student loan, and provide answers on many frequently 5
Select the Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards to help you pay for your education at CapU. Whether
asked questions. See csnpe-nslsc.canada.ca/en/home application for the term. you are a full-time or a part-time student, you may
qualify as long as you are enrolled in an eligible program.
Remember, our advisors are always here to help 6 D
on’t forget to submit additional documents When you apply, you will be assessed for both provincial
you filter through it all! To connect with us, to be eligible for even more scholarship, and federal (Canada) government loans and grants.
visit capilanou.ca/financial-aid bursary and award opportunities! To apply and get more detailed information,
visit capilanou.ca/loans-grants
4 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY NEW STUDENT GUIDE 5
JOIN OUR
RESIDENCE IS MORE THAN JUST A PLACE TO SLEEP
AND EAT. IT’S A PLACE OF FAMILY. IT’S A GROUP
OF STUDENTS AND STAFF WORKING TOGETHER TO
HOUSING
CREATE A COMMUNITY FILLED WITH FRIENDSHIP
AND SUPPORT. EVERYONE IS HERE FOR EACH
OTHER. I COULDN’T ASK FOR A BETTER PLACE
COMMUNITY
TO LEARN AND GROW AS A STUDENT.
DY L A N M O N T E I T H
Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts, 2020
Our goal is to create an environment TOP REASONS TO LIVE IN RESIDENCE MEAL PLAN HOW TO APPLY FOR CAPU HOUSING
in residence that feels like family. AFFORDABLE FEES STARTING
CapU Housing includes a meal plan, which is STEP 1: VISIT OUR APPLICATION PORTAL
1
mandatory for all residents. It offers healthy meal Soon after you applied to CapU, you received a university
When you move into CapU Housing, AT APPROXIMATELY $1,170*
PER MONTH FOR SHARED options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days username and password. These details will be used to
you will become part of an engaging ACCOMMODATION a week. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are create an account on our CapU Housing application
and supportive community, designed served during each meal time, with additional meals portal. See capilanou.ca/housing
available for students whose requirements cannot
to help you learn, grow and build STEP 2: PAY APPLICATION FEES
2 CLOSE TO THE CAMPUS be met by these options. When you apply, you will be Please note that your application will not be considered
lasting friendships. Our residence life (UNDER 10-MINUTE DRIVE) invited to provide detailed information about any dietary complete until the $50 application fee has been received.
team is here to help you feel at home! restrictions you may have. Should you have any
questions about our ability to meet your dietary STEP 3: CHECK THE HOUSING PORTAL OFTEN
needs, contact us at residencedining@capilanou.ca After you have applied for housing, you will receive an
MAKE FRIENDS FOR LIFE
3
email confirming that the application has been received.
AND MEET PEOPLE FROM All official communication will be visible here. Be sure to
ROOMS & ROOMMATE SELECTION ALL OVER THE WORLD check often to ensure you do not miss any messages.
• Most of the rooms in CapU Housing are Within two weeks after the applicable application
double occupancy, which means you share IMPORTANT DATES deadline, you will receive one of the following:
with another student.
• You can select your roommate using
4 SURROUNDED BY NATURE
AND YET CLOSE TO THE CITY MAY 31, 2022: JUNE 1, 2022:
1. Offer of Housing: Once you have been admitted, you
will receive an Offer of Housing via email, which will
Application Waitlist application
our roommate-matching portal. include important information about fees, move-in
deadline for opens for
• Communicate with your roommate to dates and room type. If you wish to accept the offer,
Fall 2022/Spring 2023 Fall 2022/Spring 2023
discuss shared items and decor ideas.
• Priority for single occupancy rooms is given
5 NO COOKING OR CLEANING
you will be given a deadline by which
to log back into the residence portal to pay a
$500 confirmation fee.
to students with an identified need for
special accommodation. 2. Waitlist Offer: If all available spaces are currently
full, you will receive an offer to be placed on our
6 UNLIMITED HIGH-SPEED WI-FI housing waitlist. You will be asked to log in to our
housing portal to confirm this offer, but will not be
required to pay any fees until you have received a
full Offer of Housing.
7 FREE LAUNDRY FACILITIES
DID YOU KNOW?
FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS HAVE
8 ABUNDANT COMMON SPACES
PRIORITY FOR HOUSING.
*Please note: Prices are subject to change. Always check our
website for the most up-to-date costs.
6 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY NEW STUDENT GUIDE 7
GET YOUR
GAME ON
Capilano University has a long tradition of excellence in athletics.
Our teams, the Blues, compete in soccer, basketball and volleyball against
other B.C. post-secondary teams for the chance to advance to national
championships. Capilano University continues to take physical measures
to combat the spread of COVID-19. When it is safe to do so, you will have
the opportunity to participate in Capilano University Blues varsity teams.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES CAPU BLUES ACCOLADES HOW TO APPLY
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The Centre for Sport and Wellness (CSW) APPLY TO CAPU
1
provides an ideal space for fitness, sports and All student-athletes must go through
group recreational activities. In response to the the standard admission process and
pandemic, CapU Rec has modified its programs meet all admission requirements for
to offer both virtual and in-person programming. their desired programs.
National Provincial CCAA Soccer
capilanou.ca/apply
Championships Championships Supremacy
Virtual Programming
Awards
• Live online fitness classes led by expert COMPLETE THE PROSPECTIVE
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instructors STUDENT-ATHLETE SERVICES STUDENT-ATHLETE
We want student-athletes to be the best they can be both QUESTIONNAIRE
• Virtual run club (using Strava app)
physically and mentally. We help you take care of your Find the form at athletics.capilanou.ca
• 5 Minutes of Movement video series under the recruits menu.
body and your mind by offering services that foster
• Recreation Movement online resources CCAA Players CCAA Coaches Conference healthy habits and lifestyles while you study at CapU. Be sure to provide links to any
of the Year of the Year Players of recordings of games or highlights.
the Year • C
entre for Sport & Wellness: The Centre features
In-Person Programming SIGN A LETTER
3
state-of-the-art technology that you can use in
OF INTENT (LOI)
75 70 283
• Drop-in basketball, badminton, soccer and combination with the latest training techniques.
Once a head coach offers you a
pickleball • A
thletic Therapist: A certified athletic therapist works spot on the team, signing the LOI
• Intramural sports: cricket, soccer, basketball, with all teams throughout the season, and will help you confirms your commitment to join
volleyball recover from injuries and maintain peak performance. the CapU Blues for the upcoming
CCAA CCAA Academic CCAA National varsity season.
• Group fitness classes: Zumba, spin, Academic Advising: Each Blues varsity team has
•
All-Canadians All-Canadians Scholars
circuit training at least one academic advisor to help with academic
matters. These advisors are familiar with the
demands of student-athletes and will help you
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Weight Room with anything from course planning to exam prep
to degree navigation.
• Open Monday to Friday, available for free
to all CapU students, staff and faculty Peer Support Coach Program: This is a mentorship
•
program where veteran CapU student-athletes
CCAA Hall Conference PACWEST mentor new teammates to help you stay on top
of Fame Coaches of Academic of your academic workload while also meeting
Inductees the Year Excellence Awards your athletic requirements.
8 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY NEW STUDENT GUIDE 9
CONNECT
TO SUPPORT
SERVICES
We want you to thrive and succeed during your time at CapU.
During your journey, you may face barriers and setbacks.
Rest assured, our Student Success team is here to support
you, no matter what challenges you experience.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CAPILANO STUDENTS’ UNION CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
A helping hand is always within reach in the CapU The voice of students at CapU, the Capilano Students’ Union The Centre for International Experience is a home
Library and Learning Commons, a supportive advocates for your interests and needs by representing away from home for students around the world
environment for learning and skills development, students to CapU and all levels of government. The CSU and a launching pad for life-enriching study
research, individual study and group work. Here delivers student programs and services; funds and administrates abroad opportunities. Here you will find services
you can access reference materials, computers, clubs and associations on campus; and hosts a variety of such as: admissions and immigration advising,
presentation facilities and faculty experts in math, events to promote student well-being. See csu.bc.ca peer mentorship, workshops and preparation
writing, English language support and learning resources for new and current international students.
strategies. See capilanou.ca/academic-support See capilanou.ca/international
CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
CLUBS
The Career Development Centre (CDC) can help you make
ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES a smooth transition to a successful career. Whether you COUNSELLING SERVICES Part of student success is making sure that you
Accessibility Services oversees academic are looking for a part-time job, a volunteer experience to Free, confidential counselling services are available have platforms to share your passions, talents and
accommodation of the learning environment develop your skills or hoping to make the first step onto the to help you succeed during your time at CapU. interests with like-minded people. No matter what
and associated supports for students with career ladder, the CDC is here to help. From guidance on Workshops are also offered throughout the year you enjoy doing, there is a club that connects you
ongoing or temporary disabling conditions. career exploration, how to write resumés and cover letters, on a variety of student and personal success topics. to others who enjoy those same activities. And if
For details, see capilanou.ca/accessibility to interview preparation, networking tips and job search See capilanou.ca/counselling not, feel free to start a club of your own. Below
strategies, the CDC can advise and coach you to success. are some of the active clubs that you can look
See capilanou.ca/career-development-centre forward to joining here at CapU:
KÉXWUSM-ÁYAKN STUDENT CENTRE • Capilano Tabletop Role-Playing Club
The Kéxwusm-áyakn Student Centre is a welcoming • Capilano Student Cinema Club
space to study, socialize and learn about Indigenous • Enactus Capilano
YOUR EARLY SUPPORT traditions, languages and values from local Elders.
• Exercise is Medicine Club
Here, you’ll also find support with course selection,
Facing a personal or academic challenge? registration, learning resources and communication • Capilano eSports Club
Our student support advisors in the YES with First Nations Band education officers and • CSU Ski Club
(Your Early Support) program will connect instructors. See capilanou.ca/indigenous For a full list of the clubs on campus,
you to the resources and services to help visit: csu.bc.ca/clubs/club-directory
you succeed. See capilanou.ca/yourearlysupport
10 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY NEW STUDENT GUIDE 11
EXPERIENCE
STUDYING DID YOU KNOW?
WHILE ON EXCHANGE, YOU PAY
THE SAME TUITION FEES YOU
ABROAD WOULD NORMALLY PAY AT CAPU.
PLUS, YOU CAN APPLY FOR STUDY
ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS.
At CapU, you will be encouraged to
immerse yourself in global experiences
beyond the classroom. By engaging in a
FIELD SCHOOLS
study abroad program, you can expand
WHAT: An immersive 10-day to five-week global
your global competence and networks,
adventure with a group of fellow students led by CapU
earn credits toward your degree or diploma, instructors who have a deeply rooted experience with
and propel yourself in extraordinary ways. the destination. You’ll apply knowledge gained in the
DISNEY INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM
classroom to real-world challenges while earning up to six
credits (two courses) toward your credential. WHAT: A unique study, work and travel abroad
opportunity that allows you to complete academic
WHERE: Destinations vary from year to year. CapU has coursework as well as supervised paid training,
FULL TERM EXCHANGES offered field schools in countries such as the United earning you a Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism
Kingdom, Vietnam, Cambodia, China and Hungary. or Certificate in Management.
WHAT: An independent study and travel
experience for a full term. You’ll come home WHEN: Start planning in your very first year to depart in WHERE: You get to complete the academic portion
with much more than just credits toward your second or third year, usually around the spring term. through the University of California, Riverside and
your degree, but also with enriched
the supervised paid training at the Walt Disney World
globally-relevant perspectives. ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS: Open to all disciplines upon
Resort near Orlando, Florida.
successful completion of at least one year of study.
WHERE: Head to one of more than 20
WHEN: With departures in June each year, this cross-
partner destinations around the world!
term program spans across the summer and fall terms
GETTING AN OVERSEAS EXPERIENCE
WHEN: Start planning in your first and second (June to December) .
WHILE IN UNIVERSITY IS AN INCREDIBLE
year to depart in the fall, spring or summer term
of your third year of study. OPPORTUNITY. I GREW SO MUCH IN ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS: Bachelor of Tourism
Management, Tourism Management Co-op Diploma
INDEPENDENCE AND RESILIENCE.
ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS: Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Business Administration.
I BEGAN TO SEE THINGS THROUGH
Administration, Bachelor of Tourism Management,
Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts, Bachelor of A GLOBAL LENS, WHICH I FOUND
Communication Studies, Bachelor of Design in Visual INVALUABLE WHEN I RETURNED
Communication (IDEA), Bachelor of Arts with a major HOME. GO DO IT! STUDY ABROAD
in Interdisciplinary Studies, Bachelor of Legal Studies
(Paralegal), and Bachelor of Early Childhood Care VICTORIA BOHL capilanou.ca/studyabroad
and Education. Bachelor of Tourism Management, 2022 studyabroad@capilanou.ca
Spring 2020 Study Abroad Exchange, Austria
@capustudyabroad
CapU’s Study Abroad programs are subject to safe
and secure global and host-country health and travel
conditions in line with relevant CapU policies and
Government of Canada travel advisories.
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EXPLORE
THE NORTH
SHORE
Our main campus is located in North Vancouver,
on Vancouver’s North Shore. It is home to picturesque
mountain ranges, beautiful provincial parks, three ski hills,
suspension bridges and more. Here are a few things you
can look forward to exploring on the North Shore.
1 2 3 4 5
EXPLORE THE MOUNTAINS VENTURE OUT VISIT LOWER ENJOY THE BEACHES THE NORTH SHORE’S
AND SKI RESORTS INTO PARKS LONSDALE AND WATERFRONTS BEST EVENTS
If you love the mountains and enjoy Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Lower Lonsdale is the district at Deep Cove is the beautiful seaside There is always something happening on the North Shore and
skiing in the winter, North Vancouver is one of Vancouver’s most popular the bottom of Lonsdale Avenue that village primarily known for its stunning below are some events and festivals to add to your calendar:
has amazing attractions for you. attractions, with its spectacular includes Lonsdale Quay, Polygon views of B.C. and the Quarry Rock
• Summer Concert Music Series • Shipyards Festival
Grouse Mountain offers year-round suspension bridge. After your visit, Gallery and CapU Lonsdale, located hike. It is also a great place for
activities, and is known for its head out to Treetops Adventure, in the Shipyards. Lonsdale Quay walking, kayaking, paddle boarding, • Canada Day Celebrations • Christmas events include:
panoramic views of Vancouver, a series of seven more suspension offers some of the best views of the swimming and a relaxing picnic in the – Dundarave Festival of Lights
• Caribbean Days Festival
scenic gondola ride and Grouse Grind, bridges. Lynn Canyon Park is a must- Vancouver skyline on the North Shore. summertime. Add to your list Cates – Grouse Mountain’s the
a challenging hike with 2,830 steps. see as it includes the Twin Falls, the It is also home to Lonsdale Quay Park, Ambleside Beach, Dundarave • Coho Festival Peak of Christmas
Cypress Mountain hosted the freestyle Pipe Bridge, and you can enjoy a Market which hosts 80 locally-owned Beach and Horseshoe Bay for more • Deep Cove Daze – C anyon Lights at the
skiing and snowboarding events in refreshing swim in the 30-foot pool. businesses, a food court, specialty beaches and seaside adventures. Capilano Suspension Bridge
• Harmony Arts Festival – Shipyards Christmas Festival
the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Other parks to discover are Whytecliff retail stores, and a craft brewery.
Vancouver and has the largest number Park, Ambleside Park, Capilano • Lynn Valley Day
of runs. Mount Seymour is family- River Regional Park, Cates Park,
and budget-friendly and enjoys Lighthouse Park and Lynn Headwaters For more events and activities, visit vancouversnorthshore.com
abundant snowfalls. It has activities Regional Park.
such as skiing, snowshoeing, tubing
and tobogganing.
14 CAPILANO UNIVERSITY NEW STUDENT GUIDE 15
WE ARE PRE-ARRIVAL
HERE CHECKLIST
FOR YOU
Fold and tear away on the dotted line here
CHECKLIST WHERE TO FIND IT
Activate your myCapU Account capilanou.ca/logging-into-your-accounts
Campus Security is committed to Learn how to log in and navigate your myCapU
capilanou.ca/logging-into-your-accounts
email and eLearn dashboard
ensuring your safety and the safety
Transfer students: make sure you send us your
of students, employees and visitors official transcripts as soon as possible
capilanou.ca/transfer-credit
through effective policies and procedures, Check your myCapU email regularly for updates,
capilanou.ca/registration-time-tickets
educational programming and community especially registration time tickets
involvement. For lost and found, incident Attend JumpStart events (June 20–July 8, 2022) capilanou.ca/jumpstart
reporting, first aid, Safe Walk, access Apply for scholarships, bursaries and
capilanou.ca/mycapu
awards through your myCapU Account
control, wildlife management, missing
persons and auto crime reporting, Apply for student loans (if needed) studentaidbc.ca
contact Campus Security. Apply for CapU Housing (if needed) capilanou.ca/housing
Sign up for a course planning workshop capilanou.ca/course-planning-workshops
Register for courses (July 4–15, 2022) capilanou.ca/how-to-register
Request fee deferral, if needed
capilanou.ca/fee-deferrals
(deadline: To be determined)
Pay tuition fees (deadline: Aug 22, 2022, 4 p.m.) capilanou.ca/fees/payment-options
CAMPUS SECURITY
Buy your books and supplies capilanou.ca/bookstore
604 984 1763
securityguards@capilanou.ca Move into CapU Housing (August 31, 2022) capilanou.ca/housing
Arbutus Building, room AR017 Complete the pre-orientation course on eLearn
Check your email for updates
CapU main campus, North Vancouver dashboard (available mid-July)
If you have a safety concern, dial 911 AL Alder Accessible Parking Attend New International Student Orientation
capilanou.ca/new-international-student-orientation
and notify Campus Security. AR Arbutus Accessible Routes (September 2, 2022)
BC Nat & Flora Bosa Centre Community Garden
for Film and Animation Attend New Student Orientation
Car Pool capilanou.ca/orientation
BR Birch Emergency Phones (All new students – September 6, 2022)
CE Cedar Food Services
Attend your program orientation
DID YOU KNOW? CH Children’s Centre
DW Dogwood
Information/Reception
Library
(Date to be determined)
Check your email for updates
CAPILANO UNIVERSITY’S FA Facilities Loading Zones Familiarize yourself with other key dates
FC Fitness Centre (max. 15 minutes) capilanou.ca/reg-dates
CAPU SAFE APP IS A FREE FR Fir Motorcycle Parking
and deadlines
(FREE)
DOWNLOADABLE MOBILE LB Library
MA Maple Parking Lots with lot no. Learn about available support services at CapU capilanou.ca/student-life
TOOLKIT AND EMERGENCY CSW Centre for
Sport & Wellness
BlueShore Financial
Centre for the
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2055 Purcell Way 250 - 125 Victory Ship Way COAST CAMPUS
North Vancouver, B.C. North Vancouver, B.C. 5627 Inlet Ave
Canada V7J 3H5 Canada V7L 0G5 Sechelt, B.C.
Tel: 604 986 1911 Tel: 604 986 1911, ext. 5600 Canada V0N 3A0 @CapilanoU
Tel: 604 885 9310
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