Wilfrid Laurier Orientation Booklet

Wilfrid Laurier University Welcome to

2025

What is the OneCard?

The Laurier OneCard is your official student identification and an essential tool for navigating campus life. It acts as a multi-purpose card, giving you access to campus buildings, libraries, and fitness centers. You can also use it to pay for meals, snacks, and laundry services by loading funds onto your account. For international students, the OneCard can simplify daily activities and serve as proof of your student status, helping you access discounts on public transit and at select local businesses. It’s a key part of your university experience, making it easier to manage campus services and enjoy student perks.

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Contact the OneCard office Need a Replacement Card?

During regular office hours, email onecard@wlu.ca to get assistance with deactivating.

The OneCard office is not responsible for any account activity including access or transactions performed with a lost card, so make sure you deactivate your card as soon as possible.

Waterloo students/staff: Visit the OneCard office anytime, Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Brantford students/staff: Visit the Brantford Hawk Shop anytime, Monday to Friday, 10:00-4:00 p.m.

Note: Starting 2021/22, student fees include a one-time fee for first card (new students only).

Damaged Your Card?

Whether in appearance or functionality, you must bring your card (even in pieces!) to the OneCard office or Hawk Shop in Brantford where possible. Damaged cards may be replaced at no charge, subject to OneCard staff's discretion. Do not hole punch your card or deface it in any way because it may render the card inactive and the replacement fee will apply.

Lanyards are available for purchase at the Laurier Hawk Shops.

OneCard Policies OneCards are property of Wilfrid Laurier University Lost cards must be reported to wlu.ca/onecard The card holder is responsible for the cost of a replacement card Do not lend your card to anyone for any purpose Tampering of defacing your OneCard may lead to suspension and deactivation of your card.

OneCard Services Building Access The Laurier OneCard acts as your personal key to various residence halls, classrooms, and other campus facilities that require authorized entry, giving you peace of mind and a seamless way to navigate your academic and living spaces.

Campus Restaurants Use your convenience plan dollars at on-campus eateries like the The Belmont. Plus, the OneCard is accepted at select off-campus restaurants, including Boston Pizza and Sunset Grill, making it easy to grab a bite whether you’re studying late or exploring the local dining scene.

Print Services Simplify your printing needs with the PaperCut printing system. By loading funds onto your account, you can print, copy, and scan documents at designated printers across campus. Check out printme.wlu.ca/

Bus Pass For full-time students, the Laurier OneCard doubles as a bus pass, granting unlimited access to Brantford Transit or Grand River Transit (GRT) in Waterloo throughout the academic year. Whether you’re commuting to campus, running errands, or exploring the city, the OneCard makes public transit easy and affordable.

Gym Access The Laurier OneCard serves as your pass to the campus gym, giving you access to fitness facilities and equipment. Check your fees instruction in your OneCard app for more details.

Wellness Centre You can access health services and mental wellness support. From medical consultations to counseling, the center offers resources to help you stay healthy and balanced throughout your time at Laurier.

Bookstore The Laurier OneCard can be used at the campus Bookstore and Hawk Shop to purchase textbooks, school supplies, and Laurier-branded merchandise.

Living On-Campus On-Campus Meal Plan Locations You can use your meal plan flex dollars at the following on-campus locations: Byte 75 Coffee & Social (Lazaridis Hall Frank's Coffee Haus (Peter's Fresh Food Company (Dining Hall Second Cup (Library Starbucks (Lower Concourse Restaurant

Subway (Bricker Academic Terrace Food Court (Union Market, William's Fresh Café, El Torito, Mr. Sub, Golden Dough, and Harvey's Tim Hortons (Science Wilf's

Contact Meal plan change requests can be emailed to mealplanrequest@wlu.ca after you receive your invoice for tuition etc. until Sept. 30. On Oct 1, all residence meal plans lock in for the academic year and cannot be changed. The plan locked in will be received again for the winter semester.

I Am in Crisis: Mental Health Assistance If you are suicidal or do not think you can keep yourself safe right now, call or text 988, the Suicide Crisis Helpline For on-campus support, contact Special Constable Service at 519.885.3333 Here 24/7 at 1.844.437.3247 offers crisis support and referrals (Waterloo Region Good2Talk at 1.866.925.5454 offers telephone counselling (Ontario-wide)

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