Advisors provide information about program requirements, course selection, change of program, course withdrawal, admission requirements for CEGEP or university, and can assist you in your educational planning.  Please contact by E-mail: advisors@johnabbott.qc.ca.  

If you are a student at John Abbott College, you can also book an appointment with an advisor under ‘My Omnivox Services‘ and then clicking on Academic Advisor Appointment.

The Academic Success Centre acts as the central study skills, tutoring and English language support resource on campus. Students can improve their study skills (time management, note taking, reading academic texts and essay writing) as well as receive tutoring on many core subjects; faculty are able to reserve in-class workshops for this study skill support as well. In addition, the Centre offers an intensive English Language Tutorial each semester the week before classes begin open to all students that is designed to prepare them for upcoming English reading and writing in their college courses.  The ASC hosts many student-centric events throughout the academic year as well, from a book club to writing contests to volunteer appreciation gatherings. Visit the ASC in H-139, email at academicsuccescentre@johnabbott.qc.ca  or MIO at ‘academic success’.

Services for students that require accommodations are coordinated by the Access Centre. We offer a variety of services to support students with documented disabilities to pursue academic success. We assist students with learning disabilities, hearing, visual or motor-coordination impairments, and/or chronic medical or mental health conditions that warrant assistance. Services provided include: note-takers, exam invigilation, priority registration, attendant care, specialized equipment and software. For more information, please call the Access Centre at: 514-457-6610 x5398 or write to: access.centre@johnabbott.qc.ca.

If there is a textbook or specific materials assigned to a course, students are informed by the teacher during the first class. Students are encouraged to purchase their textbooks online at: https://jac.bookware3000.ca/ (delivery or pick-up options available). Regular business hours are from 9:00 to 16:00 weekdays. Visa, MasterCard, Interac and cash are accepted. Located in the Stewart Hall building, the Campus Store carries all necessary supplies as well as College memorabilia.

During the course of the year, in the event of adverse weather conditions beyond College’s control (e.g. power blackout, severe snowstorm, employee strike), the College may have to close. The College will post notices on MY JAC Portal and the College website at www.johnabbott.qc.ca. If the College cannot open because of a major snowstorm or other unforeseen event, radio and TV stations will be advised in the morning and an announcement will be posted on the MYJAC Portal and the college web site.

Classes may be postponed on short notice if a teacher is ill or an emergency arises. As a service to students, the Centre for Continuing Education endeavours to contact all students. (It is essential that students provide up-to-date home and/or business telephone numbers on their registration forms.) Make-up days for postponed classes are arranged by the teacher, in consultation with the class. Students can be informed of class postponements through the OMNIVOX system.

Adult students often ask themselves the following questions: What would be the most successful way for me to juggle family, job and school commitments? Is there a better way to deal with my personal problems? Should I consider making a career change? Talking things over with a qualified professional may help you find the answers.
If you have questions or need additional support, you can contact Counselling by MIO (Counselling, General) or by email at counselling@johnabbott.qc.ca. You can also drop by (H-138) or call 514-457-6610 x5292 to make an appointment to see a psychologist or counsellor between 8:00 and 16:30. A social work technician is also available to meet with students until 19:00. These confidential services are available to students currently registered in full-time AEC programs or semester-long credit courses at Continuing Education.

Evening Credit course(s) that are dropped on or before the withdrawal deadline of Thursday, September 19, 2024 will not show on student transcripts.

Note: stopping attending classes or notification to the instructor only does not constitute a formal course withdrawal.

To officially withdraw from a course, students must submit a written request, by the deadline of Thursday, September 19, 2024, and include their name, student ID and course number by email rorecords@johnabbott.qc.ca.

Note: Full-time students whose attendance is not validated for all courses or who drop a course below the minimum full-time course load, will see their status changed to part-time. Tuition fees will be calculated and charged accordingly.

To officially drop  a course, students must submit a written request, by the deadline of Monday, November 11, 2024 , and include their name, student ID and course number by email to rorecords@johnabbott.qc.ca. Not attending classes or notifying the teacher only does not constitute formal course drop.

Evening Credit course(s) dropped on or before the drop deadline of Monday, November 11, 2024, will show as AB on student’s transcript.

A failing grade (EC/Echec) will appear on the transcript for any course not officially dropped.

Financial Assistance Services provides essential information on the different financial assistance programs to which John Abbott students may apply. The Financial Assistance Officer provides advice on the options available to student and assistance with the various application procedures for financial aid. For more information, visit http://www.johnabbott.qc.ca/services-to-students/financial-assistance/ Email: financial.assistance@johnabbott.qc.ca or MIO ‘Financial Assistance’.

The Stewart Cafeteria located in Stewart Hall, is open from 7:30 until 16:30 from Monday to Thursday and until 15:30 on Friday. There are vending machines located at various areas throughout the campus.

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You must have valid student identification card if you wish to borrow books from the College Library.  ID cards are also used for College security and to obtain reduced admission costs to many College and public functions. Your ID card photo can be uploaded via your JAC Portal in your “Personal File” or directly from your smartphone via the Omnivox app.

John Abbott ID cards are now virtual. Once you upload your photo, you can access your ID card in the Omnivox app on your smartphone. Go to “Services” located at the bottom of the app and then “Student ID card”

Guidelines for photos:

• Head and shoulder photo (no torso), refer to a photo like your driver’s license or Medicare card
• Use a solid white, grey or blue wall as the background
• No hats or hoodies on the head
• We must be able to see the eyes (no sunglasses)

You must have valid student identification card if you wish to borrow books/all material from the College Library.  ID cards are also used for College security and to obtain reduced admission costs to many College and public functions. Your ID card photo can be uploaded via your JAC Portal in your “Personal File” or directly from your smartphone via the Omnivox app. John Abbott ID cards are now virtual. Once you upload your photo, you can access your ID card in the Omnivox app on your smartphone. Go to “Services” located at the bottom of the app and then “Student ID card”.

Click here to access the Portal

When signed on through the portal, access the Omnivox Services from the list in the left hand menu

To Access Omnivox
When signed on through the portal, access the Omnivox Services from the list in the left hand bar.

OMNIVOX Services Cancelled Classes
View the most up-to-date class cancellation list

Document Request
Request an official transcript or letter of attendance

Information Intended for You
Access documents and messages intended for you

MIO Messaging in OMNIVOX
Read and send MIOs

Online Schedule
Access your schedule

Personal File
Upload or update your I.D. card
Review and update your personal data
Provide your SIN number (needed for tax receipts)
Activate the Class Cancellation Module

Results – Final Grades (for credit courses)
Virtual report card

Tuition Tax Receipts
Obtain your Federal and Provincial Education deduction certificates for income tax purpose.

You may receive an automated phone call from John Abbott College. Please listen carefully and respond accordingly. OMNIVOX Services to students may also be accessed
by phone at 514-457-9211.

Parking is free after 16:00. Continuing Education students who wish to park on campus between 7:00 and 16:00 must purchase a parking decal through My JAC Portal Omnivox services: http://johnabbott.omnivox.ca, using a valid credit card. The charge for parking during the day is $24.00 per month. Parking permits must be visible on all cars parked on campus between 7:00 and 16:00. Owners of cars not displaying a valid parking decal will receive an infraction ticket issued by the MUC police. Visit the College website: www.johnabbott.qc.ca for detailed parking information and restrictions.

John Abbott also offers Pay and Display areas near highway 20 (all day) or beside Brittain Hall (after 10:00am).  Cost is 4$ for the first four hours and 6$ for a full day.

Following the withdrawal deadline of September 19, 2024, Continuing Education teachers MUST confirm students attendance in the course(s) for which they are registered between September 20 and 26, 2024

Note: Full-time students whose attendance is not validated for all courses or who drop a course below the minimum full-time course load, will see their status changed to part-time. Tuition fees will be calculated and charged accordingly.