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Bookstore Outlet

For information: 780-644-6203
Room A026 (Basement), Main Building, Downtown Campus

The bookstore outlet distributes rented textbooks and sells textbooks, educational materials, program-specific supplies, and City of Edmonton bus passes (including DATS and student passes). We provide mail-out service for students in the distance delivery programs who require textbooks and instructional materials for their courses.

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Bus Service

For Edmonton Transit System information: 780.496.1611

Bus connections to and from the downtown and Westmount campuses are excellent. The Corona Station LRT is located one block south of the downtown campus buildings. Bus passes are available through the bookstore outlet.

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Cafeteria and Confectionery Services

Food services are available at both the downtown campus and at the Westmount campus.

Commencing approximately June 1, 2010, the cafeteria will be permanently closed as the College introduces a new food service model in the basement of the main building.

Also available in the lobby of the main building at the downtown campus is a facility for “grab and go items” during peak times to provide food and beverages to students and staff.

Westmount campus provides cafeteria services.

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ID Cards

Photo ID cards are issued by the Office of the Registrar. Your student ID card also serves as your Students’ Association and library card. Use your ID card for these purposes:

  • Borrowing library materials
  • Obtaining or changing your password to access college computers
  • Obtaining your textbooks
  • Taking part in student recreation activities
  • Borrowing equipment and/or table games
  • Entering the College after hours or on weekends
  • Purchasing bus passes at the student rate

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Lockers

A limited number of lockers are provided by the College to registered students on a first-come, first-served basis. Users can register their locker numbers and purchase locks at the Bookstore.

The College is not liable or responsible for a locker’s contents or the loss or damage to locks or contents.

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Mail Service

Room A026, Main Building, Downtown Campus

Drop-off mail service is available.

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Parking

Public parking is available within a short walking distance of the downtown campus. Charges range from $6 to $9 per day; some lots have a monthly flat rate.

College parking lots north of the main building and the Health Education Centre on 102 Avenue (East Court) are designated for staff use only from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM. Please note that all unauthorized vehicles parked on College property during this time will be tagged and towed at the owner’s expense.

Staff parking lots are free to evening students after 5 PM. Special parking arrangements can be made for students with disabilities attending during the day. Contact Business Services in Room A026.

Limited street parking is available at the Westmount campus.

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Printing Services

For information: 780.644.6195
Room A026 (Basement), Main Building, Downtown Campus

We can process your black and white copies, make colour photocopies, and provide other services to meet your printing needs. Everyone is welcome to purchase our services.

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Security Services

Security officers patrol the downtown campus and are available to investigate security issues at this location. If you have security concerns, call 780.991.4573 (Security’s cell phone) or call Campus Operations at 780.644.6215. At all other campuses and learning sites, students should direct any concerns about security to their main office.

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Student Activity Centre

The Networks Cafe student activity centre is located in the basement of the main building at the downtown campus. This activity centre provides “stop-and-go” computer access along with general seating and daily food services. Food services are provided from 10 AM until 2 PM.

As a service to students, passes for the MacEwan Sport and Wellness Centre can be purchased at MacEwan for a student-discounted rate.

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Students’ Association

For information:

Phone 780.644.6250
Website www.norquestsa.com
Email students.association@norquest.ca
Location Room A823/A824, Main Building, Downtown Campus

The Students’ Association is a student- led organization that provides you with meaningful ways to get involved and exceptional services so you can get the most out of your student experience. We are proud to celebrate and promote the unique diversity that exists at NorQuest and are committed to building a strong, vibrant, and respectful community of learners on campus.

Students’ Association Services

Family Fun
 We have great, fun-filled family events including an annual Halloween party and annual holiday party.

Helping Hands Holiday Campaign
The SA helps students have a brighter holiday season by giving them the opportunity to register to receive gifts for their children through the SA Wish Tree.

Awareness Weeks
The SA is committed to shedding light on issues that affect you. We hold numerous events and contests throughout the year that help students get informed, get involved, and help make a difference.

Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in getting involved? Join our volunteer team. We are always looking for energetic people to help out at events.

Health and Dental Plan
This plan provides full-time fee-paying students with health and dental coverage. For more information about the plan, contact 780.644.6254.

The Quest Student Newspaper
Pick up a copy of the Quest student newspaper to find out everything that is happening at the Students’ Association.

Computers to Students
Students have an opportunity to buy used computers throughout the year for $80. Watch for information about how you can enter a draw for the opportunity to purchase one..

FreeBee Store
The free store is a monthly event where used items are collected from students, staff, and faculty and then free-cycled to students.

Food Bank
An emergency food bank is available through the Students’ Association for students in need.

YMCA Memberships
Students enrolled at NorQuest are eligible for a discounted membership at the downtown Don Wheaton YMCA.

Additional Benefits
We also have discounted movie passes, discounted West Edmonton Mall attraction passes, a courtesy phone, and discounted Edmonton Eskimos and Oilers tickets.

The Students’ Association is here to address your needs, and your feedback is always welcome. Call, visit, or email anytime. Have a great year!

 

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