Important Information for Students in Student Housing Over the Holidays!

Holidays are a great time re-charge and reconnect with family and loved ones and we hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season.

IF YOU ARE STAYING IN STUDENT HOUSING:

Aurora College is closed from December 22, 2022 – January 2, 2023. During this period, if you need to reach Student Housing staff, please contact them at the following numbers:

Aurora Campus 678-5240 678-5238

Thebacha Campus 872-0135

Yellowknife Campus 446-3341

Visitor rules in all dorms continue to apply during the holidays.
- Residents are responsible for the actions of their guests while in Student Housing.
All Community Standards (rules) remain in effect.

IF YOU LEAVE STUDENT HOUSING FOR THE HOLIDAYS:

Email your Student Housing Office by December 16, 2022 if you are leaving for the holidays and your unit will be vacant.
- Unit checks will occur during your absence to ensure there are no major maintenance/security issues while you are away.
Notify your student housing manager of any changes in your travel dates.
Make sure all windows in your unit are closed and that the thermostat is set at 22°C. Doors should be locked.
Visitors and unattended minors are not allowed in your unit while you are away.

On a final note, please note that in order to continue/return to student housing in January, you must be in good financial standing with Aurora College. Please check to ensure your student balance is at $0 before leaving for the holidays.

WELLNESS OVER THE HOLIDAYS:

The holidays are a time to focus on wellness. However, it can also be a time of stress and loneliness. If you find yourself struggling this holiday period, please do not hesitate to reach out for support. There are number of useful tools either to find help online or to talk with crises counsellor. Please see our attached guide for Managing Wellness Over the Holidays, or check out the following resources: