Building access and closures
Between December 24 and January 4, the following service reductions will be in effect:
- Parking Services: closed on December 24 at 3 pm until January 4
- ONEcard: closed on December 24 at 4:30 pm until January 4
- Residence Services: closed December 25 to January 3
Student Service Centre and Staff Service Centre: closed on December 24 at 4 pm to January 3 - IST: closed December 25 to January 3
- Buildings: view the Building Hours webpage for full closure and access details
All telephone and email inquiries will be addressed when staff return to normal business hours in the new year. Support services that can be offered online in January will be. This will include student services, services for employees, etc. Before visiting or contacting a specific service, visit their website to confirm hours of operation and access options.
Building access over the break will still be available for those with pre-existing ONEcard access. If you believe you should have access to a building during the winter closure period, contact your supervisor or Facility Access Control Administrator.
Getting your space ready for winter break
If you’ve been working on campus during Fall 2021, be sure to get your office space ready before you leave. Here’s how to get started:
- Clear out any trash from your office and take it to the nearest Zero Waste station
- Turn off or unplug all electronic devices including heaters, coffee makers, photocopiers, computers and lab equipment
- Close and lock all windows and doors on your way out
- Do a final walkthrough of your space before leaving
- Have a safe and happy winter break!
If you’re on campus during winter closure, be sure to carry your ONEcard, keys and identification.
For full instructions on keeping your workspace, office or laboratory safe while you’re away during winter closures, visit Human Resources, Health, Safety & Environment’s Safeguarding your workspace webpage.
ONEcard access will be needed for campus buildings
Effective the evening of December 24, U of A buildings will require ONEcard or key access. The InfoLink ONEcard Service Center (located in HUB) will remain open December 22—24 for ONEcard distribution. Details about January ONEcard distribution will be posted to the ONEcard website prior to December 24.
For the most up to date information about building hours and access during the semester, visit the Building Hours webpage.