English Help

The Upgrading and English Help Centres provide writing and English support, Monday-Friday. Online evening appointments may be available.

Academic Upgrading Help Centre - CBA 109

Hours

Mon to Thurs 9:00am – 4:00pm
Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm

Support for all students taking self-paced ENGL 021 to ENGL 070 courses

Tutor: Cici Arsenault

English Help Centre - Ewing 202

Hours

Monday: 9:00am-4:30pm

Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm

Wednesday: 9:00am-4:00pm (remote options available until 7pm)

Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Contact info: 250-370-3131

Support for students taking English courses up to and including ENGL 070, ENGL 091, ENGL 092, ENGL 093, ENGL 094, ENGL 103, ENGL 104, and ENGL 142

Services 

  • Quiet study space
  • Computers and printer
  • Computer and document-formatting assistance
  • Testing available with instructor permission slip
  • Resource and lending library

Prepare for your appointment

  • If this is your first time booking an appointment you will need to register for an account. Watch this video for help.
  • Within the online booking system, upload a copy of your assignment and your instructor's guidelines.
  • Choose the topic on which you want to focus.
  • Allow time after your appointment to revise your essay.

Cancellation policy and no-shows

  • Cancel at least 30 minutes before your appointment using the same online booking system or email the writing consultant.
  • You can make up to two appointments per week
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