Project Timeline

Changes to Google Workspace came into effect at the University of Alberta on Jan. 31, 2025. Learn more about what prompted the changes and how IST is working to help you adapt.

Project Timeline

March - June 2024
University-wide storage quota awareness campaign with specific focus on undergraduate students
June 2024

Data management practices and alternative storage options for graduate students, faculty and staff are shared

June 15
Storage quota for undergraduate students implemented
September 2024

Data Storage Options and Tools Webinars
Register for a webinar to learn more about data storage options and tools available at the university. Attend on the date most related to your role at the university.

September 10
Teaching focus
September 17
Administration focus
September 19
Research focus
October 2024

Data Storage Options and Tools Webinar
Register for a webinar to learn more about data storage options and tools available at the university. Attend on the date most related to your role at the university.

October 11
Teaching focus
October 23
Research focus
November 2024

Data Storage Options and Tools Webinars
Register for a webinar to learn more about data storage options and tools available at the university. Attend on the date most related to your role at the university.

November 14
Teaching focus
November 19
Administration focus
November 21
Research focus
January 2025
January 31

Storage quota for students, non-academic staff and guests implemented. 

February 2025
February 1

One-time extension for academic staff members, including researchers and MAPS, graduate students or those with secondary CCIDs over their quota begins.

February - June 2025
Workshop dates for academic staff coming soon.
July 2025
July 31

One-time extension for academic staff members, including researchers and MAPS, graduate students or those with secondary CCIDs over their quota ends.


Frequently asked questions

Find more information and answers to your questions on Google Workspace Changes FAQ »

Submit your Questions

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If you are a faculty or staff member, we also encourage you to connect with your Senior IT Partner to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.