Student resources
An index of official pages — so you always land on the source. CGSA doesn’t restate University policy; links go straight to the people responsible.
In an emergency, call 911.
CGSA is a student association, not an emergency or counselling service. The numbers below are quoted from the linked official pages — please confirm there.
- Campus Security (also Safewalk)
- 403.220.5333Source (opens in a new tab)
- Student Wellness Services
- 403-210-9355Source (opens in a new tab)
- Distress Centre — 24/7 support (listed by Student Wellness Services)
- 403-266-HELP (4357)Source (opens in a new tab)
New to UCalgary
Orientation, immigration and your first weeks.
- International Student ServicesAdvising, programs and support for international students.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Study permits — ISS immigration advisingUCalgary guidance on study permits and immigration documents.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Graduate Student Orientation PortalFaculty of Graduate Studies orientation for new graduate students.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Study permit — Government of CanadaThe official IRCC page on study permits.Government of Canada (opens in a new tab)
Academic
Graduate studies, the library and academic support.
- Faculty of Graduate StudiesProgram requirements, funding, forms and graduate policy.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Libraries & Cultural ResourcesLibrary search, research help and study spaces.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Writing support — Student Success CentreWriting appointments and workshops.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Academic scheduleTerm dates and deadlines from the official calendar.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
Career
Professional development and career services.
- Professional development for graduate studentsFaculty of Graduate Studies professional-development programs (formerly My GradSkills).University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Centre for Career & Personal DevelopmentCareer advising, job search and employer connections.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
Life in Calgary
Getting around, housing and settling into the city.
- UPassYour student transit pass — eligibility and pickup.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Calgary TransitRoutes, trip planning and service updates.City of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Residence ServicesOn-campus housing options and applications.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Welcome to Calgary — newcomersCity of Calgary information for people new to the city.City of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
Community
Student governments and student groups on campus.
- Graduate Students’ Association (GSA)The representative body for UCalgary graduate students.Graduate Students’ Association (opens in a new tab)
- Graduate student groupsThe GSA directory of graduate student groups.Graduate Students’ Association (opens in a new tab)
- Students’ Union clubsClubs listed by the Students’ Union (mainly undergraduate).Students’ Union, UCalgary (opens in a new tab)
Important contacts
Safety, wellness and emergencies.
- Campus Security — contactCampus Security and Safewalk contact details.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Student Wellness ServicesHealth and wellness services for students.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Mental health servicesCounselling and mental-health support at Student Wellness Services.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
- Emergency notificationsHow UCalgary sends emergency alerts.University of Calgary (opens in a new tab)
Links checked November 2026.
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