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Student Life at SAIT

About the International Centre

The International Centre assists international students in their new environment at SAIT and in Canada. In addition to student services available at SAIT, the following additional services are provided for international students:

  • Admissions assistance
  • Academic advising
  • Airport pick-up
  • Assistance with Study/Work Permits and Temporary Resident Visas
  • Cultural counselling
  • Housing options, including 2 residences at SAIT
  • Home Stay with a Canadian family
  • Information on Health Insurance
  • International student room with phone and computer
  • International Orientation
  • International student handbook
  • Pre-departure assistance
  • Registration
  • Social, cultural and recreational events

Residence Life

The residence life program at SAIT Residence is what makes us stand out from other housing options available for students. Through our Community Assistants and Assistant General Managers we offer support for those transitioning from high school as well as mature students and apprentices.

The residence life staff consists of Community Assistant's (CA's) and who are there for you, the resident. Any concerns about roommates or personal matters may be discussed with them. They are there to listen and work with the resident for a solution. CA's are very knowledgeable and can liaise between the resident and most campus service they may need.

SAIT Residence regularly hosts programs that are designed to help residents develop socially and academically as well as improving important life skills. Through our distinct and effective programming model we strive to create an inclusive and welcoming community that will make your time at SAIT a positive experience. Some previous program examples include: Rez Welcome Week, Halloween Spooktacular, Residence Art Show, and cooking classes. In addition, through our Community Council we ask residents to become involved and create programming that meets their needs.

Working Off-Campus

The Off-Campus Work Permit Program allows international students to work off campus while completing their studies. To qualify, you must be a full-time student and have a good academic standing for the last 6 months of study. If you have been on Academic Probation in the last year you will not be eligible for this program.

To work off campus, you must apply for a work permit. It is illegal to work off campus with out a valid work permit. The work permit authorizes you to work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions, and full time during scheduled breaks (for example, winter and summer holidays, and spring break).

A work permit does not guarantee that you will find a job. It is your responsibility to look for work. Even if you work off campus, your studies must be the main reason you are in Canada. If you are no longer a full-time student or do not maintain satisfactory academic results, you must return your work permit to a local Citizenship and Immigration Canada office.

Food Services

SAIT, in conjunction with Chartwells Food Services, has a variety of establishments around campus. Some of our operations are run by students with professional chefs and instructors overseeing operations. Chartwells Food Services provides food and beverage services and catering for internal and public functions on campus.

Recreation Programs

SAIT Recreation has a wide range of programs and facilities for not only staff and students, but to the public. Our goal is to support active living through our activities and programs, to help you maintain and improve your health.

Computer Store

Everyone can purchase New and Used Computers and Laptops including Component Upgrades, Peripherals and Accessories.

Academic Software and Higher Education Apple Products are restricted to eligibility requirements that includes Full-Time & Part Time Continuing Education and Distance Learning Students and Staff & Faculty directly employed by SAIT. Purchases are limited and qualified ID is required.

Bookstore

The SAIT Bookstore is centrally located on the main campus in the Heart Building and services the students, faculty and staff of SAIT Polytechnic. The bookstore provides required textbooks and course materials and is the one-stop shop for all your campus needs.

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