Welcome to ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß – Fall 2023
Welcome to ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß new and returning students! This is an exciting time to explore your career aspirations, meet new people, and experience what could be a life-changing part of your lives.
Watch this short video to learn about the resources available to you as a VCC student. Be sure to continue reading to find important information on getting set up for the upcoming school year.
PRESIDENT'S WELCOME
It is my great honour to welcome back students, faculty, and staff returning from summer holidays, and to warmly greet the new students joining us this fall. The beginning of the semester is always full of excitement and I love seeing the vibrant energy when our campuses are buzzing with activity.
ELDER'S WELCOME
ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß Elder-in-Residence Deanna George welcomes students to the traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
WELCOME TO CAMPUS
Where's my class?
Look up start dates and room numbers for your first day of school:
- Log into your account
- Select “Registration Services”
- Select “Registration Records – Current or Past”
If you need help navigating your way around campus, and find parking information.
Universal washroom codes
Know where to go when you need to go? ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß washrooms with key codes can be accessed with 2020#. Free menstrual products are also available at these locations.
STUDENT SUPPORT
myÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß and VCC student email
Use the student portal to look up grades, order transcripts, download tax forms, receive campus news and alerts, and access your VCC student email.
If it's your first time logging in, your initial password will use your birthday in this format: ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏßMMDDYY# ("VCC" plus your birthday (MMDDYY) plus "#").
E.g. if your birthday is January 30, 1995, your initial temporary password will be ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß013095#. Following your first login, you will be prompted to create a new, secure password.
Check your ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß email regularly for important college notifications and communications from your instructors. You can also forward your ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß email to your personal email account. LOGIN HELP >
Indigenous Gathering Spaces are open
ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß’s Indigenous Gathering Spaces promote cultural safety and belonging while offering the use of computers, printers, kitchenettes, and casual meeting areas. Our Downtown and Broadway Gathering Spaces are pleased to be open once again to support Indigenous learners and guests.
International students – stay connected
If you are an international student at VCC, the International Education (IE) office is available for one-on-one advising to support you in person or on Zoom.
International advisors can share information about studying at VCC, provide immigration resources, and connect you with available resources. Be sure to also for regular updates.
Find your next job through ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß Works
ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß Works is ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß's online job posting and career resources platform. Log with your ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß ID and password today to find current job postings, info about upcoming events, and more.
LET'S CONNECT
Follow ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß on , , , or to keep up to date on college news like campus closures, events, web maintenance, student success stories, and more. Feel free to send us messages and questions, or share your own photos and stories using the hashtag .
EVENTS
Welcome Days
Join us for fun and games as we welcome you to ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß.
Dates:
Tuesday, Sept. 12, Broadway campus
Thursday, Sept. 14, Downtown campus
Orange Shirt Day
Join us for a series of events and activities to enhance our college community's understanding and awareness of the history of residential schools, the Indian Act, and the origin of Orange Shirt Day.
Dates:
Monday, Sept. 25, Flag raising ceremony
Tuesday, Sept. 26, Sculpture unveiling
Wednesday, Sept. 27, Campus activities
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On this day, we commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools, and honours Indigenous survivors, families, and communities. ÀóÖ¦ÊÓƵÔÚÏß closed.
Date: Saturday, Sept. 30 (observed Monday, Oct. 2)