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MyCampus is now officially MyOntarioTech. 

With an improved user-friendly and mobile-friendly interface, you'll find all the tools you need at your fingertips and when you are on the go! Use your network ID and password (the credentials you use for Canvas and your student email account) to start exploring your new MyOntarioTech account.

 Important dates for spring/summer 2025

May 9, 2025
• Last day to add courses – 6-week Spring Session
• Last day to drop for a 100 per cent refund – 6-week Spring Session
• Fees due – 6-week Spring & 12-week Summer Semester

May 16, 2025
• Last day to add courses – 12-week Summer Semester
• Last day to drop for a 100 per cent refund – 12-week Summer Semester

  • Last day to drop for a 50 per cent refund – 6-week Spring Session
    • Last day to withdraw from the 6-week Spring Session with no academic consequences*

June 2, 2025
• Last day to drop for a 50 per cent refund –12-week Summer Semester
• Last day to withdraw from the 12-week Summer Semester with no academic consequences*

June 16, 2025
• Last day to withdraw – 6-week Spring Session

June 23, 2025
• Fees due – 6-week Summer Semester

June 27, 2025
• Last day to add courses – 6-week Summer Session
• Last day to drop for a 100 per cent refund – 6-week Summer Session

July 7, 2025
• Last day to drop for a 50 per cent refund – 6-week Summer Session
• Last day to withdraw from the 6-week Summer Session with no academic consequences*

August 5, 2025
• Last day to withdraw – 6-week Summer Session and 12-week Summer semester

* Please see the academic calendar for more information on receiving a grade with no academic consequences.

For more information on all the important dates and deadlines for the Spring/Summer 2025 term, please visit the Academic Calendar page.

 Food services hours of operation for the spring semester

Please note our spring/summer Food Services’ hours until Monday, September 1:

Hunter's Kitchen 
  • Cashier service: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Kiosk: Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • May 7 to 9: Closed 
Subway
  • Monday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Isabella's Chocolate Café
  • Tuesday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  • June 20 to September 1: Closed 
Aisle 24
  • Open 24/7

Tim Hortons, The Smoothie Bar and Trudean Bubble Tea will be closed.

 OSAP extension for the spring/summer 2025 term

OSAP students planning on taking full-time classes during the spring/summer semester (at least nine credit hours, or six credit hours for students with a disability) will need to complete an OSAP Extension Form after you've fully registered.

To find this form:

  • Go to MyOntarioTech.
  • Click on the Current Students box.
  • In the Student Awards and Financial Aid box, select OSAP forms, then OSAP Extension Form.

Please note: Bachelor of Education (Concurrent or Consecutive) students will be emailed directly with the OSAP Extension Form link.

Check our Important dates and deadlines page for key Student Awards and Financial Aid updates.

 Campus bookstore spring/summer pop up

  • Need materials for your spring/summer classes? We've got you covered! Stop by the Campus Bookstore in the Energy Research Centre, Room 1058. We'll be open May 1 to 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Don't miss out!

 Student course feedback surveys - winter 2025

Do you have comments or concerns about your courses? Share your feedback with us and help improve your student experience. You will be entered into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 5 $75 gift cards.

 On campus food services 

Looking to grab a bite on campus? We've got you covered with great spots like Hunter's Kitchen, The Smoothie Bar, Aisle 24, Isabella's Chocolate Café, Subway, Tim Horton's and Truedan Bubble Tea! Check out our Food Services web page for more information. 

For daily specials, deals and contests follow us on Instagram at @ot_campus_eats!

And make sure you opt-in to our Food Services channel on the Ontario Tech Mobile app for insider access to more giveaways, free food tastings and more! To opt-in, log in to the app, go to the Message centre, tap Opt-in channels and select Food Services from the list.

 Download your course-specific software

All course-specific software needed is available through the Software Portal.

 Laptop standards for the 2024-2025 academic year

Important dates and deadlines 

Your academic year at Ontario Tech University follows a schedule of important dates. You're responsible for knowing and meeting all deadlines found in the academic schedule, including fee payment dates and course add/drop dates.

 Ucard and U-Pass information


Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass)
  • The U-Pass is now available for use with physical and digital PRESTO cards only. It is no longer accessible with the PRESTO E-Tickets app.
  • Before each semester begins, eligible, full-time students will receive an email with their unique U-Pass voucher code, which they can load onto their PRESTO card.
  • For more information regarding the U-Pass and how to access it, please visit our U-Pass web page.
Ontario Tech Ucard
Ucard Requirements for Exams
  • Your digital Ucard can only be used as an ID for exams, tests etc. when there is an accompanying photo. Without a photo, your digital Ucard is invalid and will not be considered an acceptable form of ID.
  • A valid government-issued photo ID that is in English is also an acceptable form of ID.

 Use QLess to join our virtual line

Need to visit the Office of the Registrar for help? Use QLess to join our virtual line and wait where you want!

Ways to join the line:

  • Text ONTARIOTECH to 289.207.6526.
  • Visit the Ontario Tech mobile app and select the QLess card on the homepage.
  • Check-in on-site at the Office of the Registrar.

Note: Please arrive on campus no later than 30 minutes prior to closing hours, regardless of your estimated QLess wait time. If the Office of the Registrar closes at 4 p.m., you should be on campus no later than 3:30 p.m.

 Printing on campus

Default network password

Your default network password is your birth date in MMDDYY format. You must change it before you can access your student email (.net) account, Canvas and Wi-fi on campus. 

Name/gender change

If you're seeking to update your legal name, preferred first name or gender, please complete the name/gender change form. The length of time to complete these requests is normally three working days. During peak times, processing times may be longer.

 General announcements

  • Did you know that the university features a number of Indigenous artists across campus? You can view a large collection in Charles Hall at our downtown Oshawa campus location. Or you can take a virtual tour, in partnership with Oshawa Tourism by downloading the Oshawa Tourism SmartGuide app today. Search for Ontario Tech University – Charles hall Indigenous Art Tour to get started.
 Emergency and maintenance 

  • There are no emergency or maintenance messages at this time.                                       

 Academic support

  • Are you interested in an engaging employment opportunity for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters? The Student Learning Centre is hiring high-achieving students with an overall GPA of 3.3 or above to become Peer Educators! This hybrid role is 10 hours per week and offers the opportunity to work in a variety of positions including: Peer Tutor, Peer-Assisted Study Session Leader, Peer Success Facilitator, Study Hall Tutor and more! Apply now!

  • The Student Learning Centre has a variety of services to offer, including peer tutoring, math, science and writing supports. You can book an appointment on the online or visit the website to find drop-in times.

 Career readiness

  • Calling all new grads! If you're set to graduate this June, we know looking for jobs can be challenging and overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created iLaunch, a conference designed to help you launch into the next phase of your career. Get job prep ready and join us on Wednesday, June 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m for a series of informational workshops, to learn practical work-readiness skills and to meet and network with employers! Learn more and register.

  • Download the free career app—SparkPath—and complete the Challenge Mindset to discover a range of potential careers. Learn more.
  • The Career Centre has services available to support you in various ways. Book an appointment today.

 Community

  • Students registered with Student Accessibility Services: Join the Executive Functioning Skills group on Tuesdays from May 6 to 27. This in-person group is your opportunity to enhance vital skills like goal setting and time management and a space to connect with peers who understand your journey. Learn more.

  • Celebrate National AccessAbility Awareness Week, May 25 to 31, with on-campus activities May 26 to 29 in Shawenjigewining Hall and Charles Hall: boccia ball, accessibility pledges and a resource scavenger hunt. Learn more.

  • If you want to meet new people, take a break, or explore your interests, join us for SAS Connect, a vibrant and welcoming drop-in style social group where you can unwind and have fun! The group will run on Thursdays from May 8 to July 31. Learn more.

 Health and wellness

  • Could you use some more mindfulness or self-compassion in your life? Join our Mid-week Mindfulness group on Wednesdays from May 14 to July 16 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. via Google Meet. Bonnie Pedota–Mental Health and Wellness Facilitator–on a journey of learning, discussion and practice. Learn more and register.

  • Join Campus Connected, a workshop that focuses on active listening skills, empathy, mental health, stigmas and more. Register today. 

  •  We encourage everyone in the university community to get involved in Sexual Violence and Education's programming, which aims to help eliminate all types of violence at Ontario Tech. Check out the schedule of events and resources. 
 

 In-course scholarships 

In-course scholarships are awarded if you achieve a minimum 3.7 GPA (on a 4.3 scale) during your previous academic year. You must be returning to a full-time study.
  • $1,500 - 4.0+ GPA
  • $1,000 - 3.7 to 3.99 GPA
To learn more, visit the one-stop-shop.

 Donor awards 

There are a number of donor awards available to you. These awards are a valuable and lasting resource for many of our current students. Once you complete a General Bursary and Donor Award application, you'll be considered for funding. To apply, follow these steps:
  • Under Student Awards and Financial Aid, select apply for student aid/university works. 
  • Enter your network ID and password. 
  • Enter the applicable term and year, select continue.
  • Select the General Bursary application from the drop-down menu, select continue.
Métis Nation of Ontario Bursary Application

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Métis Student Bursary Program provides bursaries to registered students who are verified Métis citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Applicants will be required to consent to a citizenship verification check to confirm eligibility for these awards. Funding amounts of the bursaries are determined by the MNO, based on funding availability. If you have any questions, please direct all inquiries to: psesupport@metisnation.org.

 Student direct deposit 

We've implemented a student direct deposit option. If you're not an employee of the university, you can add, change or delete your banking information in your MyOntarioTech account. To do so, navigate to personal information, then select direct deposit information.

Ridgeback Reports

To view newsletter archives, visit the Ridgeback Report web page. 

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