Event Accessibility
UVic Orientation is committed to making our events as accessible and barrier-free as possible. If you have any accessibility needs in order to participate in our events, please provide details when you register and/or contact us at orientation@uvic.ca.
Please note the following accessibility considerations for Orientation events.
- Please avoid the use of scented products during tours and welcome events.
Our accessibility practices
In-person events
- Wheelchair accessible: All buildings used in orientation programming are wheelchair accessible.
- Respite spaces: Respite spaces are available at all central orientation events. These are quiet spaces that you can visit if you need a break from the crowds and noise of orientation.
- Child-friendly: All orientation events are child-friendly; if you are unable to find child care, you are more than welcome to bring your child with you. While we appreciate advance notice if a child will be attending, it is not required.
Virtual events
Most events hosted virtually will be using Zoom. This platform offers a number of , including captioning.
- Closed captioning: All of our virtual events will include closed captioning
- Screen-reader compatible platforms: All live workshops and info sessions will be delivered in screen-reader compatible platforms.
- Recorded sessions: Many workshops and info sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing on our website. When the recordings are posted, they will either contain captions, or be accompanied by a transcript, when possible.
- Presentation materials: In many cases, copies of the presentation slides can be shared, upon request.
Respite rooms
Monday, September 1
New Student Campus Tours respite room
- Mckinnon Building, room MCK 155
- Open from 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Tuesday, September 2
Unplugged Lounge
Open from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
The Unplugged Lounge offers a space to detox from technology while you study or relax. You can find it at the back of the main floor of Mearns - McPherson Library.
New Student Welcome respite room
- Times Columnist Room, on the first floor of CARSA
- Open from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
New Student Campus Tours respite room
- Mckinnon Building, room MCK 155
- Open from 9:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Quad Social respite rooms
The closest respite room to the Quad Social is the Unplugged Lounge in the Mearns-McPherson library. If you prefer a quiet space where you can use technology, the following room is also available.
- Clearihue Building, room CLE A118
- Open 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Something else we're missing? Please do not hesitate to reach out with any other accommodations you may require to participate!