incoming student handbook 2016-17

Incoming Exchange Handbook 2016/17

Incoming Student Handbook 2016-17


WELCOME! We are excited to have you join us at the University of New Brunswick as a participant in our Student Exchange Program. This will undoubtedly prove to be a challenging, fun and hopefully rewarding life experience for you. We think New Brunswick is a pretty great place to be for a variety of reasons. Here’s what a few previous exchange students have said about their time here with us: "Apart from receiving an excellent education from the University of New Brunswick, I have learned much about the Canadian culture, as well as the customs of students coming from all parts of the world. These experiences have all enriched my student life". "Being at the University of New Brunswick will allow you to share your experiences with others and to get an education that will serve you throughout your life. While at the university I would encourage you to share your experiences with others and get involved in student activities". "Why UNB? The combination of medium size learning environment and the high quality of graduates that had been produced throughout past years are the two major reasons". In order to help you get off to a good start at UNB, we want to make sure you have the right information about what to expect when you get here. The University of New Brunswick has two main campuses in Fredericton and Saint John. Read through the following pages of information according to your campus and if you still have questions, or need something clarified further, please feel free to contact us at:

Global Learning and Engagement - FR [email protected] Website: www.unb.ca/exchange

Student Abroad Office - SJ [email protected]

Remember this handbook applies only to students coming to UNB as part of a cooperation agreement (exchange or direct enrolment/fee-paying participants). All other students coming to UNB as visiting students or regular degree-seeking international students need to contact the UNB International Admissions Office at [email protected]

SAINT JOHN CAMPUS FREDERICTON CAMPUS

mailto:[email protected]




Table of contents Table of contents ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Applying to UNB ............................................................................................................................................ 5 Exchange office contact information ............................................................................................................. 6

Important academic dates ............................................................................................................................. 6

How to access your UNB e-services ............................................................................................................. 6

UNB course registration ................................................................................................................................ 6

Student fees .................................................................................................................................................. 7

International payments .................................................................................................................................. 7

Study Permit and Other Necessary Documents ........................................................................................... 8

Housing ......................................................................................................................................................... 9

RESIDENCE ............................................................................................................................................. 9 OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMODATIONS ....................................................................................................... 10

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................... 10

Ordering transcripts ..................................................................................................................................... 11

Where is UNB? ........................................................................................................................................... 11

CANADA ................................................................................................................................................. 11

NEW BRUNSWICK ................................................................................................................................. 11

FREDERICTON ...................................................................................................................................... 12

SAINT JOHN ........................................................................................................................................... 13

About UNB .................................................................................................................................................. 13

AIRPORT PICKUP (SAINT-JOHN ONLY) .............................................................................................. 13

BOOKSTORE ......................................................................................................................................... 13

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES ....................................................................................................................... 13

COUNSELING SERVICES ..................................................................................................................... 13

COMPUTERS ......................................................................................................................................... 14

FOOD/DINING ........................................................................................................................................ 14

FAX ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION ................................................................................................ 14

LAUNDRY ............................................................................................................................................... 15

LIBRARIES.............................................................................................................................................. 15

MATH HELP CENTER ............................................................................................................................ 15

REGISTRAR’S OFFICE .......................................................................................................................... 15

SECURITY AND TRAFFIC ..................................................................................................................... 16


SEXUALITY CENTRE ............................................................................................................................. 16

SPIRITUALITY ........................................................................................................................................ 16

SPORTS AND RECREATION ................................................................................................................ 17

STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE ................................................................................................... 17

STUDENT ADVOCATE .......................................................................................................................... 18

STUDENT AFFAIRS AND SERVICES ................................................................................................... 18

STUDENT HEALTH CENTRE & INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE ......................................... 18

STUDENT UNION ................................................................................................................................... 19

TUTOR INVENTORY .............................................................................................................................. 19

WORK ..................................................................................................................................................... 19

WRITING CENTRE ................................................................................................................................. 20

UNB ID .................................................................................................................................................... 20

About Canada ............................................................................................................................................. 20

CONVERSION CHART ........................................................................................................................... 20

DAY CARE .............................................................................................................................................. 20

ELECTRICITY ......................................................................................................................................... 21

HOLIDAYS .............................................................................................................................................. 21

LANGUAGE ............................................................................................................................................ 21

MONEY AND BANKING ......................................................................................................................... 21

NEWSPAPERS ....................................................................................................................................... 22

POSTAL OFFICES ................................................................................................................................. 23

SHOPPING ............................................................................................................................................. 23

TELEPHONES ........................................................................................................................................ 23

TIME ........................................................................................................................................................ 24

TIPPING .................................................................................................................................................. 24

TRANSPORTATION TO FREDERICTON AND SAINT JOHN ............................................................... 25

TRANSPORTATION WITHIN FREDERICTON AND SAINT JOHN ....................................................... 25

TAXES ..................................................................................................................................................... 26

WHAT TO WEAR / WEATHER ............................................................................................................... 26


Applying to UNB If you have been selected to participate in the Program by your home institution either as an exchange or fee-paying student, you are asked to complete the Incoming Exchange and Direct Enrolment/Fee-paying Student Application, which you can download from the web site: http://www.unb.ca/exchange Please fill out this form completely, along with all the other required documents. Your home institution’s Exchange Officer must forward the form, nominating you for the program. We will notify you by email of your Acceptance and an admissions letter will be e-mailed to you. You will need this letter when applying for your student visa and/or study permit to come to Canada.

Saint John Campus

Fredericton Campus

http://www.unb.ca/exchange


Exchange office contact information During any time of your exchange experience, please feel free to contact your UNB Exchange Coordinator for help and assistance. For Fredericton Campus visit the office in CC Jones Building or send an email to [email protected]. For Saint John Campus visit Oland Hall G14 or send an email to [email protected]. The Global Learning and Engagement Team in Fredericton and the Student Abroad Office in Saint John coordinate all “university-wide” student exchanges, as well as several faculty-specific agreements. Incoming exchange students receive help and

assistance (e.g. applications, pre-arrival assistance, course registration, etc.) Contact us if you have questions about your application or specific arrangements at UNB. Please also see the Coordinator when you first arrive on campus for assistance getting settled. Faculty-specific Exchanges: Several faculties at UNB administer student exchanges directly through their own offices. These exchange programs are open only to students within that particular faculty. Contact the faculties directly for further information.

Important academic dates Fall term: September-December Winter term: January – April Summer term: May – August

How to access your UNB e-services To access your UNB eservices you will need your student ID number (example: 1234567) and login (example: m1unb) which will be provided to you with your acceptance letter. 1. Open a web browser and type in this URL: my.unb.ca 2. Click “Activate your IT services” 3. Follow the instructions and fill in the required information as requested. If you have any questions or difficulties send an email to [email protected] (Fredericton Campus) or [email protected] (Saint John Campus) explaining your problem and they will email a response to you. More information is available at: www.unb.ca/its/ Your e-services allow you to register for courses, apply for on-campus housing, order transcripts, review your fees, etc.

UNB course registration UNB uses an online registration system which you can access through your e-services account. Under the academic tab of your e-services there is a “course registration handbook” which will provide detailed information on using the online registration system. You should consult with your UNB academic advisor when choosing and registering for courses;

Specific dates for each year can be found here: unb.ca/secretariat/students/undergraduatedatesmain.html





http://www.unb.ca/its/

http://www.unb.ca/secretariat/students/undergraduatedatesmain.html


FREDERICTON www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/advisors.html SAINT JOHN www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/academicadvising/

Student fees Under most of UNB’s student exchange agreements with international partner institutions, exchange students are required to pay tuition fees to their home institution. Because your application has been processed through your campus Exchange office instead of the regular admission procedure, you have received distinction as an exchange or direct enrolment/fee paying student at UNB. As soon as possible after arriving, you should get a UNB ID card (allowing access to UNB facilities), ID cards are also issued throughout the year. Your fee statement is available through “My UNB e-Services”.

EXCHANGE STUDENTS: Exchange students are not charged tuition fees or application fees.

Your UNB fees consist of your residence fee and housing application fee (if you are staying on campus), your meal plan (if you are staying in Residence) and the UNB Mandatory International Student health

insurance.

DIRECT ENROLMENT/FEE PAYING STUDENT: Direct enrolment/fee paying student

are charged tuition fees. Your UNB fees consist of your tuition and ancillary fees, residence fee, housing application fee and meal plan (if you are staying In Residence) and the UNB Mandatory

International Student health insurance.

HEALTH INSURANCE: All International students coming to

UNB, including exchange students, are required to purchase the UNB Global Excel health insurance upon registration. You will find more information regarding the health insurance plan including the current fees at the following link: www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/healthinsurance.html.

International payments CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS UNB has partnered with Plastiq, an online payment provider, to allow you to use your existing credit card

It is common for changes to be made to the original course list you submitted with your application. This is due to a variety of reasons (e.g. timetable conflicts, course cancellations, etc.). So please arrive with alternative choices for your courses. Upon arrival it is extremely important that you go to see this Student Advisor in person to confirm the courses you will be taking.

Saint John

Fredericton

http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/advisors.html

http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/academicadvising/

http://www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/healthinsurance.html


to make payments more conveniently through their secure online system. By partnering with Plastiq, we can offer you the option to make payments for tuition and other items by using your MasterCard or Visa card. Plastiq will be charging you a convenience fee.

Making payments with the Plastiq system is similar to making any other online credit card payment.

We do not accept credit cards at the

Financial Services student counter. Credit Card payments must be made online, see:

www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/credit_card.html

GLOBALPAY FOR STUDENTS BY WESTERN UNION See - www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/internationalpayments.html for details.

Study Permit and Other Necessary Documents Most international students need a study permit, which gives you permission to study at a Canadian educational institution. Citizenship and Immigration Canada regulates international study permits, and they recommend that everyone get one before entering Canada (you can not apply for one from within Canada). Their website is - www.cic.gc.ca You may need other documents to enter Canada, such as a temporary resident visa, depending on your length of stay and country of origin. To find out exactly what you need, visit the Canadian Consular office nearest you. A list of offices is available at this website: www.travel.gc.ca/assistance/embassies, you may also choose to contact the closest Visa Application Center, see: www.cic.gc.ca/vac.

For more information on fee payments visit: unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/index.html Fredericton: [email protected]. +1 506 453-4796 Saint John: [email protected] +1 506 648-5543

Saint John

Find out what you need in simple easy steps http://www.cic.gc.ca/ctc-vac/cometocanada.asp

http://www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/credit_card.html

http://www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/internationalpayments.html

http://www.cic.gc.ca/

http://travel.gc.ca/assistance/embassies

http://www.cic.gc.ca/vac

http://www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/paymentoptions/index.html


Housing RESIDENCE Residence is an easy and convenient place to stay, and also a great way to meet new people, and to find opportunities to be active in the UNB community. It is an extremely popular housing choice with Canadian students especially during the first few years of their studies. UNB considers residence living to be part of a student's total academic experience. Living in residence encourages the refinement of individual and group life skills, engenders concern for others, and helps residents develop a sense of community responsibility. Most of our residences are directly on both campuses, the others, no more than a 15 minute walk away. On the Fredericton Campus there are fifteen residence houses; three men's, two women's, eight co-ed, one apartment style, and one suite style. The rooms are furnished with desks, bookshelves, wastebaskets, bulletin boards, beds, dressers, and wardrobes. Within each residence, lounges, study rooms, laundry and other facilities are also provided. Each resident, with the exception of those at Maggie Jean Chestnut and Elisabeth Parr-Johnston (Suite-Style), are required to participate in the residence dining program (mandatory meal plan) On the Saint John Campus two main residence buildings, both co-ed, are available. Again the rooms are furnished with desks, bookshelves, wastebaskets, bulletin boards, beds, dressers, and wardrobes. Within each residence, lounges, study rooms, laundry and other facilities are also provided. Different dining plans are offered and can be viewed here: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/residence/mealplans.html If you wish to stay in UNB student residence housing, it is best to apply early! Student residences generally fill to maximum capacity several months in advance of the start of the study semester. You should apply online through your UNB e-services as soon as you receive your acceptance letter. Contact information for the Housing offices can be found at: FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/residence/index.html [email protected] SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/residence/houses/index.html You can also download the residence handbook and model residence lease contracts on these sites. Once you are accepted into UNB, you will be required to send a housing application fee in order to secure a room. Please consult the international payment section of this handbook for information about how to pay. Should you have questions regarding housing, meal plans and application fee that are not covered in this handbook, please contact Residence directly.

If you are arriving in the winter and are not used to our weather, we are highly recommending that you stay in residence.

http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/residence/mealplans.html

http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/residence/index.html

http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/residence/houses/index.html


OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMODATIONS Renting an apartment on your own can be a difficult option for exchange students, particularly if you plan to stay in Fredericton or Saint John for less than one year. This is because standard rental practice in New Brunswick requires you to sign a one-year lease when renting an apartment. When you leave prior to the expiration of your lease, you are still responsible for making monthly rental payments for the duration of the lease, unless you are able to find someone to sublet the apartment for you. Other alternatives are to find a roommate who is prepared to accept responsibility for the lease and who will let you live together with them in the apartment/house. There are also a number of private homes located near to both UNB campuses that offer room and board accommodations to university students. SAINT JOHN CAMPUS: unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/housing/ or call 506-648-5952

Orientation

International Student Orientation is available for students starting in the Fall and in the Winter on both campuses. Students starting in the Fall can also take part in the regular orientation activities held at UNB during orientation week. Check out what is happening on you campus:

FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/international/new_international_student/fall-orientation.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/orientation/index.html For Graduate Student Orientation, see: orientation.unbgsa.ca/.

You should also check ads in local papers like the Brunswickan (Fredericton student newspaper), the Daily Gleaner (Fredericton daily newspaper), the Telegraph Journal (Saint John Daily newspaper), or other real estate and apartment websites such as www.kijiji.com.

http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/housing/

http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/international/new_international_student/fall-orientation.html

http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/international/new_international_student/fall-orientation.html

http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/orientation/index.html

http://orientation.unbgsa.ca/


Ordering transcripts Your home institution will require an official academic record or transcript of the courses you have taken while on exchange. For all exchange students, UNB will issue one copy directly to your host institution at the end of your exchange term. Fee paying students should order their transcript themselves. It is a good idea to also order a transcript for your own records. For any additional transcripts you must submit transcript requests online to the Registrar’s Office. There is a small fee for this service for both campuses. FREDERICTON: eservices.unb.ca/ecommerce/transcript/fr/ SAINT JOHN: eservices.unb.ca/ecommerce/transcript/sj/transcript.html

Where is UNB? CANADA Canada is diverse in its land and its people. Canada is the world’s second largest country, encapsulating mountains, prairie plains, Arctic barrens, forests, cities, lakes (more than in any other country), rivers, oceans… Canada is bordered by the United States, and stretches from the Pacific to the Atlantic and upwards to the Arctic Ocean.

The 2006 census reported 34 ethnic groups in Canada with at least one hundred thousand members each. The largest ethnic groups are Canadian 32.22%, English 21.03%, French 15.82%, Scottish 15.11%, Irish 13.94%, German 10.18%, Italian 4.63%, Chinese 4.31%, and North American Indian 4.01%. Defining Canadian values is not an easy task because of the multiculturalism found in the society. Even so, being a western nation, Canada is highly influenced by the most dominant culture of the world: the United States. Some of these western values are often thought to define us. The Canadian culture is best described by its individualistic nature and depending on

where you stay; values of individualism, collectivism and more often a mix of both will be observable.

NEW BRUNSWICK Canada is composed of ten provinces and three territories. The provinces are Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island,

Direct enrolment / fee paying students must order their transcripts online.

https://eservices.unb.ca/ecommerce/transcript/fr/

https://eservices.unb.ca/ecommerce/transcript/sj/transcript.html


Quebec, and Saskatchewan. The three territories are the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon. UNB is located in the province of New Brunswick (NB). In 2011, NB had a population of 751,171. The largest cities are Saint John, Moncton, and Fredericton. New Brunswick is the largest of the three Maritime Provinces (called the Maritimes), the other two provinces being Nova Scotia and PEI. The Maritime Provinces plus Newfoundland together make up Eastern Canada and are also called the Atlantic Provinces. New Brunswick is home to the World’s Highest Tides, which you can witness in action by visiting the Fundy National Park and the Hopewell Rocks, where you can walk on the ocean floor for part of the day, and watch the water raise to four stories high the next. New Brunswick offers many adventures to experience such as whale watching, kayaking, canoeing, sleigh rides, and cross-country and downhill skiing. Check out the New Brunswick Tourism site to explore what else you can do and see in New Brunswick. tourismnewbrunswick.ca/en-CA/HNHome.htm New Brunswick’s is bordered to the north by the Restigouche River and the Baie des Chaleurs, and it sits right under Quebec's Gaspé Peninsula. New Brunswick is beside the State of Maine. The coastal eastern boundary comprises of the Gulf of St Lawrence and Northumberland Strait. The southern border is mostly the Bay of Fundy; the other part of it is formed by Chignecto Bay and the 24-kilometre (15-mile) wide Isthmus of Chignecto, which connects New Brunswick to Nova Scotia. Within those borders there is about 70,000 square kilometers. Approximately 80% of the province is forested, with the other 20% consisting of agricultural land and urban areas. The provincial flower is the purple violet and the provincial bird is the black-capped chickadee.

FREDERICTON Fredericton is the capital of New Brunswick. According to the 2011 census, the population of Fredericton is 56,224. However, this number does not account for many students who arrive each fall from out of province. The City of Fredericton is situated on the banks of the Saint John River, and is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets and Victorian architecture. Fredericton has a “vibrant cultural life of National Historic Sites, fine galleries & museums, lively outdoor cafés, award-winning festivals, miles of riverfront trails, a safe, walkable downtown, championship golf and lots more.” Explore the tourism Fredericton website www.tourismfredericton.ca/en/index.asp and the City of Fredericton website www.city.fredericton.nb.ca/ea1.asp to learn more about Fredericton, and to see some pictures.

http://www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca/en-CA/HNHome.htm


SAINT JOHN Saint John—Canada’s oldest City—was incorporated in 1785, and is the largest city in New Brunswick, the population being approximately 68,045. It is home to the smaller of the two main UNB campuses with a student population of approximately 2550. The city of Saint John is situated directly on the shores of the Bay of Fundy, home to the world’s highest tides. The uptown core is situated directly on the Saint John Harbour, where the Marco Polo and Diamond Jubilee Cruise ship terminals are found, housing multiple ships at the peak of tourist seasons. The uptown is also full of historic buildings, spectacular views, and a vibrant night life. Discover Saint John’s full potential at http://discoversaintjohn.com/ or visit http://www.uptownsj.com/main.html to keep up to date with local events.

About UNB AIRPORT PICKUP (SAINT-JOHN ONLY) UNB Saint John offers a free airport pickup service for new students. An Airport Ambassador will greet you at the Saint John Airport and then travel with you by taxi to take you to your local accommodations free of charge. In order to take advantage of this service, you must request it at least 3 – 5 days prior to arrival. Please use the following link: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/international/airport-pickup.html

BOOKSTORE The University Bookstore offers a multitude of services to the student community of UNB. It sells textbooks and references for all courses, general interest books, a full line of stationery and office supplies, computer hardware and peripherals, as well as university crested clothing and gift items. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/bookstore/ SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/bookstore/

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES UNB has over 75 countries represented by international students. Many clubs and societies organize events that celebrate this multicultural diversity on the campus. For more information and for details on getting involved on your campus visit: www.unbsu.ca/

COUNSELING SERVICES Counselling Services provides individual and group counselling to students for both personal/mental health issues as well as career issues.


For more information see: FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/healthwellness/counselling/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/health/index.html

COMPUTERS Having access to computers and the Internet is extremely important for students at UNB. Professors will communicate with you by email, and in some classes, assignments and notes are posted online. Because it is so important for every student to have access to computers, UNB has made it very easy for you… even if you are not bringing your laptop with you! There are several computer labs on both campuses with Internet access, free for use with your student account. The library on the Fredericton Campus or the Hans W. Klohn Commons on the Saint John Campus, will sign out laptops for two hour periods of time for use in the facility. You can also register your own laptop to use it with the wireless network offered at both campuses. Also, each residence has a computer lab of its own except for LBR (Fredericton), and if you are bringing your own computer, in all traditional style residences, each room has full access to the UNB network. The city of Fredericton and the city of Saint John also have free wireless access in many public areas with your Wi-Fi enabled laptop in many public areas. For more information for Fredericton visit www.fred-ezone.ca. For more information for Saint John visit www1.gnb.ca/0003/library.asp?Code=FM.

FOOD/DINING UNB has a number of on campus dining options available. Students residing both on and off-campus can purchase meal-plans to eat in the campus dining halls or may also purchase food from a number of other campus locations such as The Cellar Pub and Grill, Tim Hortons, and Quiznos (Fredericton) or The Commons Café, Tim Hortons, and the Baird Dining Hall (Saint John). Saint John and Fredericton also have a number of grocery stores (Sobey’s, Superstore, etc) and many restaurants where students can enjoy a meal off-campus.

FAX Fax machines are available at The Student Information Centre in the SUB, and at Imaging Services, Marshall D'Avary hall on the Fredericton Campus. On the Saint John Campus fax machines are available in the Student Centre above the Baird Dining Hall.

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is an independent, member-driven organization whose purpose is to serve and further the interests of all graduate students at UNB, whether they are in Fredericton, Saint John, or anywhere else in the world. All full and part-time graduate students enrolled at UNB are members of the GSA. The GSA is the official voice of graduate students, both within and outside the UNB community. Elected representatives sit on a variety of university committees to ensure that student concerns are presented, and we work to bring about changes to university policy to improve the academic and social experience of graduate students.

Fredericton

If you are living off campus, check out local internet providers to determine the best internet/phone/TV package for you. Rogers: www.Rogers.com or Bell Aliant: www.bellaliant.net


Graduate students have their own place to gather on both campuses. In Fredericton, the Alden Nowlan House (more commonly known as the Grad House, located at 676 Windsor Street) serves as a hub for GSA activities. The GSA office as well as the board room/computer loft are located upstairs, while on the ground floor you will find the Windsor Castle Bar, the President’s room, and space to sit and study or just relax. And the back deck is a great place to enjoy a sunny afternoon! Events at the house include literature readings, live music, and guest speakers. For more information, see: http://www.unbgsa.com

LAUNDRY There are coin operated laundry facilities in each residence on either Campus. The washer and dryers require 4 quarters each per load. Change is available at the res office and from your house treasurer. If you are living off-campus, you may need to find a Laundromat. Look under Laundromats in the Yellow pages of the phone book to find the one nearest you. Most Laundromats supply washing detergents or bleaches from coin operated machines. However, it will be cheaper to take your own large box of detergent to the Laundromat with you.

LIBRARIES UNB Fredericton has 4 libraries. The Harriet Irving Library is the largest library. If you are in Arts, Business Administration, Education, Kinesiology or Nursing, this is the library for you. The Science & Forestry Library is located in IUC building, the Engineering & CS Library in Head Hall and the Law Library in Ludlow Hall. UNB Saint John’s main library is located in the Hans W. Klohn Commons building, or you can visit the Saint John Public Library located uptown. For more information, see: lib.unb.ca/

MATH HELP CENTER The following services are offered during the regular Fall and Winter semesters:

Drop-in Sessions Private Appointments Midterm & Final Exam Review Math Study Skills Workshops

FREDERICTON: www.math.unb.ca/~mathhelp/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/sase/current/mathhelpcentre/

REGISTRAR’S OFFICE The registrar’s office provides information course registration, transcripts and records, academic standing and graduation, admissions, and scholarships and awards.


FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/registrar/ SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/registrar/

SECURITY AND TRAFFIC FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/security/ SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/security/ Things you should know:

Security is located in the lower level of the Wu Center, 6 Duffie Drive on the Fredericton Campus and in the Athletics Centre, Room 114 on the Saint John Campus.

Security is available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 453-4830(FREDERICTON) or 648-5675(SAINT JOHN). In an emergency you can also press the yellow security button on any payphone on either campus, use a red elevator phone or one of the emergency blue phones.

You must have a permit to park on either campus The New Brunswick Liquor Act states that you must be 19 years old to consume or possess alcohol.

You are not allowed to consume or have open liquor outside UNB buildings unless it has been approved by the UNB liquor license holder.

Speed limit on campus is 30kph or lower. All UNB students are subject to the Student Discipline Code. If you are working or studying late, call 453-4830 (FREDERICTON) or 648-5911 (SAINT JOHN) for

a safewalk home. You can contact our office if you are in need of first aid. Parking Passes are available for sale from our office Monday to Friday from 8:00a.m. to 3:30p.m.

excluding holidays on the Fredericton Campus or from Financial Services (Oland Hall Room 137) open Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm on the Saint John Campus.

SEXUALITY CENTRE The Sexuality Centre is a peer-led space dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of all aspects of sexuality. The Centre is located on the 3rd floor of the Student Union Building (FREDERICTON). Volunteers always welcome. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/health-wellness/sexuality/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/health/healthsections/services.html

SPIRITUALITY At UNB we value the development of the whole person. Spirituality is one important aspect of personal development and is supported on our campus through Campus Ministry and the Multi-Faith Room. CAMPUS MINISTRY Supporting spiritual needs of students UNB Campus Ministry offers a listening, caring, non-judgmental ear when you need someone to talk to. The UNB Campus Ministry office is located in Harrison House, room 124 (FREDERICTON) and Room 33, Ward Chipman Building (SAINT JOHN)


For more information, see: FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/health-wellness/spirituality/ministry.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/health/ministry.html

MULTI-FAITH ROOM UNB values the diversity of its students and strives to create an atmosphere which is conducive to the development of the whole student. In order to meet the diverse spiritual needs of its students, UNB has created a Multi-faith Room. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/health-wellness/spirituality/multi-faith.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/health/ministry.html

SPORTS AND RECREATION The official national sports of Canada are ice hockey (winter) and lacrosse (summer). “Hockey is a national pastime, and is by far the most popular spectator sport in the country. It is also the most popular sport Canadians play, with 1.65 million active participants in 2004. [46]” en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada On UNB’s Fredericton Campus many varsity sport teams are called the Reds. These teams include Basketball (men’s and women’s), Cross Country, Hockey (men’s and women’s), Soccer (men’s and women’s), Swimming, Volleyball (men’s and women’s), and Wrestling. Home games can be quite entertaining, especially the Battle of the Hill (hockey games between UNB and St Thomas University which is located at the top of the UNB campus), so be sure to come check out some games while you’re here and cheer on the Reds! Check out varsityreds.ca/ to find when home games are scheduled. On UNB’s Saint John Campus many varsity sport teams are called the Seawolves. These teams include Basketball (men’s and women’s), Track and Field, Soccer (men’s and women’s), and Volleyball (men’s and women’s) Check out www.unb.ca/saintjohn/athletics/varsity/aboutseawolves.html to find when home games at the Canada Games Stadium are scheduled. If you’re more interested in participating, both UNB campuses offer an entire recreation department including intramural sports teams, a weight and cardio gym, fitness classes, and a wide variety of clubs (kayaking, skiing, scuba, fencing, etc) and classes (dance, yoga, Pilates) to join and keep active. UNB Fredericton also offers a pool, a climbing wall, and a squash court. Check out the campus recreation sport and get involved! FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/urec/ SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/fitnessrecreation/

STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY CENTRE If you have a visible or invisible disability or condition, the student accessibility centre can help! New Student


Registrations are welcome. The staff of the UNBF and UNBSJ Student Accessibility Centre’s are available to discuss your accommodation needs and what they offer. Contact them to set up a time to meet at [email protected] or 1-506-453-3515 (FREDERICTON) and [email protected] or 1-506-648-5690 (SAINT JOHN). FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/accessibility/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/accessibility/index.html

STUDENT ADVOCATE A major component of the work of the Student Advocate in the Office of Student Affairs and Services is assist students through appeal processes relating to their academics. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/grade-review.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/academics/appeals.html The Student Advocate can also assist students through certain non-academic matters related to the UNB Student Conduct regulations. FREDERICTON CAMPUS: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/student-conduct/advocacy.html

STUDENT AFFAIRS AND SERVICES Services range from personal and career counselling to employment services and financial aid programs. We help UNB students find or participate in tutoring programs and we help new students make the transition to university life. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/index.html

STUDENT HEALTH CENTRE & INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE HEALTH CENTRE There is a Student Health Centre located on both UNB campuses, on the third floor of CC Jones Building for Fredericton and behind the Athletic Centre, next to Saint John College for Saint John. It is most important to bring any medical history records with you. It is also essential that you purchase health insurance if you are here on a student visa. More information on health services and health insurance is available at: FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca//fredericton/studentservices/health-wellness/health-centre/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/health/healthsections/index.html The Student health center is open to all full-time students. It is extremely important that you maintain your full-time status while studying at UNB. Generally this mains enrolling in 4 undergraduate classes. HEALTH INSURANCE International students coming to UNB, including exchange and fee-paying students, are required to purchase the UNB Global Excel health insurance upon registration. You will find more information regarding the health insurance plan including the current fees at the following link: www.unb.ca/financialservices/students/healthinsurance.html.


Additionally, all fee paying students are automatically enrolled in the student health and dental plans. See www.unbsu.ca/health-dental-insurance/ for coverage and opting-out information.

STUDENT UNION www.unbsu.ca The UNB Student Union is an elected student body representing undergraduate students' matters and interests.

TUTOR INVENTORY Need a little help with a course? Looking to clarify some confusing concepts? Each year Student Affairs and Services works to publish an Inventory of Tutors. This inventory connects students in need of extra assistance with a peer tutor in the appropriate area of study. Students seeking this extra assistance pay an hourly rate for the service, typically in the range of $12-$15 payable to the tutor. FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/tutorinventory/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/academics/tutoring/index.html

WORK ON CAMPUS If you are looking for work in Canada, exchange students are permitted to work on campus and receive payment as long as they are registered as a full-time student, hold a valid Study Permit and, have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) You can be issued a SIN card once you have an offer of employment. The time to process the application for the Social Insurance Number is 24 hours. Information and application forms are available at:

UNB has a Student Employment Service, which lists employment opportunities on their website. www.unb.ca/employment/ OFF CAMPUS To work off campus, exchange students must hold a valid work permit. To apply for an off-campus work permit, check the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca or check whether Canada has a youth mobility agreement with your home country at http://www.international.gc.ca/experience/intro_incoming-intro_entrant.aspx?lang=eng.

Fredericton: Human Resources Development Canada Employment Center 633 Queens Street Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada www.sdc.gc.ca/asp/gateway.asp?hr=en/cs/sin/0200/0200_010.shtml&hs=sxn

Saint John: Human Resources Development Canada Employment Center 1 Agar Pl Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada saintjohn.cioc.ca/record/HDC0692


WRITING CENTRE The Writing Centre on both campuses provide individual appointments, drop-in consultations, and workshops for all full- and part-time UNB students. The Centre specialty is academic writing, but it also works with students to develop other abilities such as time management, note-taking, examination preparation, and presentation skills. See: FREDERICTON: www.unb.ca/fredericton/studentservices/academics/writing-centre/index.html SAINT JOHN: www.unb.ca/saintjohn/studentservices/academics/writingcentre/index.html

UNB ID All student, faculty, staff and guest UCards (Photo IDs) are available from the UNB Card Office, Room 106, Student Union Building (right off the main lobby) on the Fredericton Campus. On the Saint John Campus ID’s are issued from the Security office in the Athletics Centre, Room 114. To get a validation sticker:

Undergraduate Students: Registrar’s Office or Financial Services. Graduate Students: School of Graduate Studies.

About Canada CONVERSION CHART Canada uses the metric system 1 kilometer = 0.6 miles (ex: 30 km = 18 mi) Speed conversion 50 Km/h = 30 mph Temperature Conversion 0 degrees Celsius = 32 degrees Fahrenheit (ex: 30°C = 86°F)

DAY CARE A number of day care centers are available in Fredericton and Saint John. Check the Yellow Pages of our telephone directory for numbers and addresses. You should note that a number of day care centers do not take infants under two months of age. Check the age requirements with the individual day care center. Babysitters can be found through advertisements on bulletin boards on both campuses or in shopping malls and other public areas, or in the classified section of the newspaper. Babysitters may come to your home, or you may take the child to theirs. If the babysitter is working from her own home, she may take in more than one child. Check the situation and see if it is suitable for your needs before making a commitment. You may find that babysitter rates will vary, depending on whether the

Saint John

Fredericton: College Hill Daycare http://www2.unb.ca/chdc/ 850 Montgomery - 458-2883


sitter comes to your home or, in the case of taking your child to the sitter's home, whether or not food is to be provided. Check around to find the situation that meets your particular needs.

ELECTRICITY Canada operates on 110 Volts AC. Please keep this in mind before bringing electrical appliances like hair dryers, curling irons, computers, etc., with you. You will probably need to buy a transformer (to adjust the voltage of your appliances from 220 Volts to 110 Volts. Emergency numbers The emergency number in Canada is 911. This will connect you to ambulance, police, and firefighting services. If you are having trouble making a phone call, dial 0 for the operator. Global Learning and Engagement: +1 506 453 4816

HOLIDAYS Labour Day: First Monday in September; last holiday weekend of summer Thanksgiving Day: Second Monday in October; celebration of harvest. Remembrance Day: November 11; in honour of those who served in the Armed Forces. Christmas Day: December 25 Boxing Day: December 26 New Year's Day: January 1st; most celebrations occur on the evening of December 31st. Good Friday: Late March or early April Easter Sunday: Late March or early April Victoria Day: Third Monday in May; commemorates the birthday of Queen Victoria. Canada Day: July 1, Canada's birthday New Brunswick Day: First Monday in August; general public holiday

LANGUAGE Canada has two official languages: English and French. Both languages have equal status in all federal institutions. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province in Canada. The majority of the population is English-speaking, but there is also a large percentage of French-speakers largely of Acadian decent. Fredericton and Saint John are predominately Anglophone cities, but the civil service has seen an increase in the cities Francophone population. The linguistic breakdown of Fredericton is as follows:

• 65 % English first language • 33% French first language • 33.7% Bilingual (French and English) • 0.5% Other

MONEY AND BANKING Canadian currency is made up of coins and paper bills. These are counted in dollars, abbreviated sign is $, and cents (100 cents = 1 dollar). The coins each have a name, and generally, you may sometimes hear a dollar referred to as “a buck.” (ex: I have 20 bucks) To open any kind of bank account, simply go to the bank of your choice and tell a staff member that you


would like to open an account. You may have to make an appointment and return again. You will be directed to a customer service representative who will explain the types of accounts that are available and who will open one for you. Anyone who opens an account must present identification; a passport and study permit plus any other signed document that identifies you is acceptable (Student ID, Driver License, etc). In most cases you will need to have some money to deposit at the time of opening your account. Name Value Picture Canadian bills are equal in size, but

coloured differently.

Nickel 5 cents

5 is blue

Dime 10 cents

10 is purple

Quarter 25 cents

20 is green

Loonie 1 dollar

50 is red

Twoonie 2 dollars

100 is brown.

Banks in Canada generally offer both chequing and savings accounts. Banking staff can help you decide which account is the most appropriate to set up. There are Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) in convenient locations on both campuses and throughout the community. FREDERICTON: Instabank, an automated bank machine located on the UNB campus is from the Bank of Montreal, and open 24 hours a day. The Bank of Montreal branch on campus provides a range of services. A Bank of Montreal ATM is located in the lobby of the Student Union Building. SAINT JOHN: A Scotia Bank ATM is located outside of the Baird Dining Hall. There are also many banks conveniently located uptown.

NEWSPAPERS Both UNB campuses have their own newspaper, The Brunswickan for Fredericton and The Baron for Saint John. The Brunswickan is the oldest student publication in the country! While serving as the student papers, the Brunswickan and the Baron offer up to date information on what’s going on at UNB to students, faculty, and staff. Online: www.thebruns.ca and www.thebaron.ca

The Daily Gleaner: Fredericton’s local daily paper: www.canadaeast.com The Telegraph Journal: Saint John’s local daily paper: www.telegraphjournal.com/

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National Post: National paper: www.nationalpost.com/index.html The Globe and Mail: National paper: www.theglobeandmail.com/

POSTAL OFFICES All mail posted in Canada must bear Canadian postage stamps. On the Fredericton Campus there is a post office located in the Student Union Building (SUB) on campus, called The Paper Trail/Canada Post Retail Outlet. It is open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Fridays. Here you can buy stamps, envelopes, and money orders, send your mail, and send mail by courier. The web address for Canada Post is www.canadapost.ca. Also, don't forget to check out the Paper Trail for faxing, photocopying, binding, and much more at great prices! Drop by and check out all of these services that Paper Trail has to offer (right next to the Campus Shoppe!) On the Saint John Campus there is a Mail Room located on the ground floor of Ganong Hall.

SHOPPING Stores are generally open seven days a week, both downtown and at the shopping malls. Stores at the malls are open from 10:00 am to 9:30 pm. The stores downtown in Fredericton are open Monday to Wednesday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Thursday and Friday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, and most stores are open all day Saturday until 5:00 pm. Most stores, including grocery stores, are open Sunday afternoons. Other places to buy items you need include garage and yard sales, rummage or church sales, where second-hand goods and sometimes crafts are offered for sale. Grocery stores usually advertise weekly specials in Saturday's flyers. These items are for sale at lower than usual prices. Other stores print special newspaper editions of their sales, which are included in the newspaper. You can compare the food prices at different stores. Fredericton also has a popular downtown market (Locally it is called The Farmer Market) where farm products and crafts are sold every Saturday 7 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. throughout the year.

TELEPHONES If you are living in residence at UNB, each room comes with a phone already hooked up from which you have free local calling. To make long distance calls, you will have to purchase a long distance phone card. These are available at the store in the SUB (FREDERICTON) and at the University Bookstore. If you are not living on campus, phone services in New Brunswick can be purchased from Rogers, www.Rogers.com, or Bell Aliant, www.bellaliant.net. Phone service will cost you around $22 - $40 per month, depending on the package or features you purchase. Local calls are at no additional charge, and different long distance plans are offered. Both of these companies also provide Internet and television packages as well. The country code for Canada is 01. The area code for Fredericton and Saint John (and most of New Brunswick) is 506, followed by a 7 digit phone number. Phone numbers are usually written like this: (506) 453-4816. If you are making a local call, drop the area code, and just dial the 7 digit number. If you are calling long distance in Canada, dial 1, followed by the area code of the place you are calling, then the 7 digit number. To call long distance internationally, you must dial 011 to get out of Canada, the country code of the country you are calling, followed by the phone number you want to reach.


Country Country Code

Australia 61 Austria 43 Belgium 32 Brazil 55 Chile 56 China 86 Costa Rica 506 Cuba 53 Crete 30 (Greece) + 821 (Crete) Czech Republic 420 Denmark 45 Egypt 20 Finland 358 France 33 Germany 49 Hong Kong 852 Jordan 962 Mexico 52 The Netherlands 31 Norway 47 Poland 48 Singapore 65 Spain 34 Sweden 46 Thailand 66 Ukraine 380 United Kingdom 44 United States 1 Uruguay 598

If you are looking to use a cellular phone there are a number of companies from which you can purchase a phone to use in Canada on a contract, month-by-month, or pay-as-you-go basis including: Rogers, Bell, Telus, Fido, Koodo, and others. You may also choose to keep your current cell phone and simply replace the SIM card with an international or Canadian card. Any of the previously mentioned cell phone companies can assist you with this process.

TIME New Brunswick is on Atlantic Standard or Atlantic Daylight Time.

TIPPING Tips or service charges are not added to the bill in a restaurant or hotel unless the management states that it is their specific policy to do so. However, a tip is expected as part of the salary of the waiter or waitress, or hotel employee. It is customary to tip 10-15% of the total bill, unless you are dissatisfied with the service


for some reason. In that case, you can leave a smaller tip or none at all, depending upon the circumstances. Tips are not expected in cafeterias or fast food places. Taxi drivers are also tipped 15% of the fare.

TRANSPORTATION TO FREDERICTON AND SAINT JOHN BY PLANE The Fredericton Airport (YFC) is located 14 kilometers from downtown Fredericton. There is no bus service to and from this airport. You will have to take a taxi (approximately $30). You should also check with your exchange coordinator as an airport pickup might be arranged, depending on your date and time of arrival. The Saint John airport (YSJ) is located approximately 25min from campus. Airport pickup services are available, otherwise a taxi is the only other option. The closest international airports to Fredericton and Saint John are the Greater Moncton International Airport (YQM) and the Halifax International Airport (YHZ). If you decide to fly into one of those, be sure to consult the bus schedule, to see when departure times are for Fredericton and Saint John. If you arrive in the evening, you may have to wait until the next morning. BY TRAIN Trains do not travel into Fredericton or Saint John, but they might be good way for you to travel into New Brunswick if you are traveling from out of province. The nearest train station is in Moncton (a two hour drive outside of both Saint John and Fredericton). It takes approximately 16 hours to travel from Montreal to Moncton by train, and around 24 hours from Toronto. From there you would need to catch the bus to Fredericton. To get the best student fare, you will need to show your ISIC card. Visit the Via Rail site for prices and schedules. www.viarail.ca/ BY BUS Maritime Bus is the name of the bus service for the Maritimes. The bus station in Fredericton is located at 150 Woodside Lane. The bus station in Saint John is located at 125 Station Street. To see fares and schedules, visit www.maritimebus.com/ or call (506) 455-2049 (FREDERICTON) and (506) 672-2055 (SAINT JOHN).

TRANSPORTATION WITHIN FREDERICTON AND SAINT JOHN LOCAL CITY BUS Students can reach each campus by using the public bus system. Bus schedules are available at the Paper Trail in the SUB (FREDERICTON) or at the Bookstore and Oland Hall G13 (SAINT JOHN). Buses travel through both campuses. Bus stops are indicated either by signs or (by white and blue) markings on telephone poles. You are required to pay your fare (have the exact change ready) as you get on the bus. The driver will tell you how much the fare is. There is a special student fare if you show your student identification card. Indicate to the driver where you want to get off. TAXI There are several taxi companies in Fredericton and Saint John. The numbers to call are listed in the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory. Taxis will cost a lot more than the bus.

If you are transiting through the United States, you may require a US transit visa. Please check requirements with the nearest US consulate.


BICYCLES Bicycles are a popular form of transportation from spring through to fall and can often be obtained at a reasonable cost. A license is not necessary to own or ride a bike. Bicycles are sold at many sporting goods stores. Second hand bicycles can often be purchased from other students or at garage sales. Check campus bulletin boards for advertisements. Your bicycle should be parked in one of the bicycle racks on the campus. You should always keep your bike locked when it is not in use. HITCH-HIKING Hitchhiking or "thumbing a ride" is illegal in New Brunswick. Instead, check the campus bulletin boards or Student Union website. Students often advertise that they will be willing to take a passenger to a particular place if the gas costs or driving is shared. This is often much cheaper than by using transportation for which you must pay a fare. DRIVER’S LICENCE You may drive a car in New Brunswick if you have a Driver's License. For details see:

TAXES The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) is applied at a rate of 14% on most goods and services supplied in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador. These provinces are called participating provinces. The HST rate is made up of two parts: federal part (6%) and the provincial part (8%). The tax will not be included on the price tag, so remember to calculate in the extra 14% when doing your shopping. You don’t want to be surprised at the cash! You may claim for your eligible sales tax expenditures after you leave Canada by using an Application for Visitor Tax Refund. For information on tax returns for visitors, visit the Canada Revenue Agency page at www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/nonresidents/visitors/menu-e.html

WHAT TO WEAR / WEATHER Canadian students dress with a focus on comfort and practicality. The clothes may seem quite casual to you. You will see a lot of jeans, sneakers, and sweaters! Canada has four distinct seasons with varied weather in each greatly affecting what you will need to wear. You will find that a great deal of conversation in Canada is focused around the weather. It is always a great way to make small talk with strangers. As the weather changes frequently, when dressing - think layers! You will also want to bring some dressier

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clothes for special events and occasions. When buying clothes, make sure to try them on first to ensure they fit properly. Ask about the stores return policy to see if they will refund or exchange. Make sure to keep your receipts. Fall (September-December) temperatures average at about 9° Celsius but can range from 15° to –15°. Weather during these months can be unpredictable so bring clothes that are warm but can be layered. Fall is one of the prettiest seasons. Be sure to get outside and enjoy the changing colours of the leaves! Winter (December- March) temperatures average at about –7° Celsius but can be as low at –20° to –30°, so be prepared for more frigid weather. Thick coats, scarves, gloves or mittens, hats, and boots will be needed and are best purchased locally. Winter is a great time for fun in the snow. Think of skiing, snowboarding, sliding, building snowmen, sleigh rides, and skating! (But no snowball fights – this is against the rules on UNB campus) Spring (March-May) temperatures average at about 5° Celsius but can range from 15° to –15°. Weather during these months can be unpredictable so bring clothes that are warm but can be layered. Most people love to see spring arrive, and bring with it the return of warmer weather. Summer (June-August) temperatures average in the low-twenties in Fredericton, but can range from 10°C to the high 30°s. Canadian students tend take advantage of the hot weather and show more skin in the summer, sporting shorts, short skirts, capris, t-shirts, and tank tops. Flip flops and sandals are common. Take advantage of the proximity to the ocean and rivers in the Maritimes, and head to the beach!