Concordia University (Montreal)Student Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 (Session 12W)

The semester, explained for Concordia University (Montreal)

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 (Session 12W)
Campus terms
18
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 (Session 12W) runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 7, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

5 entries
  1. Summer 2026 May/August (Session 12W)
  2. Summer 2026 July/August (Session 6 Wk 2)
  3. Fall 2026 (Session 12W)Relevant now
  4. Fall/Winter 2026-2027 (Session 24W)
  5. Winter 2027 (Session 12W)

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Campus language

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18 terms

A

ASFA
Arts and Science Federation of Associations, representing students in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

C

CASA
Commerce Administration Students' Association, representing John Molson School of Business students.
CSU
Concordia Student Union, the primary representative body for undergraduate students.

E

ECA
Engineering and Computer Science Association, representing students in the Gina Cody School.

F

FASA
Fine Arts Student Association, representing students in the Faculty of Fine Arts.

G

GN
Grey Nuns Residence, the large downtown dormitory located in a former convent.

H

HA
Hingston Hall, Wing A, a residence building located on the Loyola campus.
HB
Hingston Hall, Wing B, a residence building located on the Loyola campus.

J

JMSB
John Molson School of Business, often used to refer to the school or the MB building itself.
JR
Jesuit Residence, a dormitory option located on the Loyola campus.

L

Loyola
The western campus located in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) neighborhood.

P

People's Potato
A long-running student-run vegan soup kitchen providing low-cost or free lunches in the Hall building.

R

Reggie's
The student-run bar and restaurant located in the Henry F. Hall Building.

S

SGW
Sir George Williams Campus, referring to the downtown Montreal campus location.

T

The Buzz
The main dining hall and cafeteria located on the Loyola campus.
The Hive
A student-run solidarity cafe with locations at both SGW and Loyola campuses.
The Shuttle
The free inter-campus bus service that transports students between SGW and Loyola.
The Tunnels
The underground walkway system connecting several downtown buildings to the metro.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Birks
The Birks Student Service Centre, the one-stop shop for registrarial and financial aid services.
buzz_dining_hall
Buzz Dining Hall
CC
The Central Building, a primary academic building on the Loyola campus.
EV
The Engineering, Computer Science and Visual Arts Complex on the SGW campus.
GM
The Grey Nuns Building, housing both residence and study spaces.
grey_nuns_dining_hall
Grey Nuns Dining Hall
Hall
The Henry F. Hall Building, the central hub of the SGW campus.
LB
The J.W. McConnell Building, which houses the Webster Library downtown.
MB
The John Molson Building, home to the John Molson School of Business.
Moodle
The primary Learning Management System (LMS) used for course materials and assignments.
Opus
The transit card used for Montreal's STM system; students are eligible for a reduced-fare photo ID version.
Student Hub
The central online portal for student administrative tasks like registration and tuition payment.
Touchless ID
The digital student identification system used for campus access and services via smartphone.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 (Session 12W) runs Sep 8, 2026 – Dec 7, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
18 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Montreal for Concordia University (Montreal) Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Montreal.

Timezone

America/Toronto

Median Rent

$1,350

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

250,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

73

Public Transit

Société de transport de Montréal (STM) bus network, Montreal Metro, Exo commuter rail

Nearest Airports

Montréal–Trudeau International Airport, Montréal–Mirabel International Airport (cargo)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

44.1°F

Avg Snowfall

82.3 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Library Building (LB) Garage

garage

Entrance at 1453 Mackay Street; max height 2.1m.

Faubourg Building (FB) Garage

garage

Centrally located with entrance on Guy Street.

Jesuit Parking Lot (P2)

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Loyola Campus; includes EV charging stations.

Terrebonne Parking Lot (P5)

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Loyola Campus; pay-by-plate system.

Campus News

Latest updates from Concordia University (Montreal)

Researchers and industry professionals explore how buildings might better withstand climate pressures

More than 450 experts from 43 countries gathered at Concordia for the 17th International Conference on the Durability of Building Materials and Components (DBMC 2026) to discuss climate resilience in construction.

Sep 14, 2026

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Celebrate Concordia at Homecoming 2026

Concordia announces Homecoming 2026 from September 17 to 19, featuring alumni reunions, a rooftop party, and a Stingers football game against the McGill Redbirds.

Sep 10, 2026

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The Princeton Review lists the John Molson MBA among best on-campus MBA programs

The John Molson School of Business MBA program has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top on-campus programs for 2026.

Sep 8, 2026

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Quebec wildfire smoke left forest moths with deformed wings, Concordia research finds

A new study from Concordia researchers reveals the ecological impact of wildfire smoke on local insect populations, specifically noting wing deformities in moths.

Sep 8, 2026

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PC, PB and RA Buildings: Interruption of main electrical panel scheduled for September 5, 2026.

PC, PB and RA Buildings: Interruption of main electrical panel scheduled for September 5, 2026.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Concordia University (Montreal)

Avanade networking and office visit

September 15, 2026

Avanade Office

An exclusive networking event designed for Concordia students to connect with Avanade professionals.

Franco Fair: A fair for everything French at Concordia

September 16, 2026

SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

A fair showcasing French activities, clubs, and resources available at Concordia.

Homecoming 2026: Henry Habib Speaker Series

September 17, 2026

Sir George Williams Campus

Launching the Henry Habib Speaker Series on Applied Diplomacy with Line Rivard, MBA 87, in conversation with President Graham Carr.

CeNSR NanoInnovation Day

September 18, 2026

Concordia University

A day dedicated to exploring innovations in nanotechnology hosted by the Centre for NanoScience Research.

Homecoming Rooftop Party

September 18, 2026

Terrasse Belvu Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain

A festive rooftop gathering for alumni and the Concordia community to kick off the Homecoming weekend.

Climate Finance & Sustainability Conference

September 27, 2026

Concordia University

A two-day conference focusing on the intersection of finance, sustainability, and climate action.

Taste of a Good Cause

September 29, 2026

Concordia University

A community event supporting local causes through food and engagement.

International Oil Spill Science Conference 2026

October 13, 2026

Montreal, Canada

A major international conference gathering experts to discuss the latest in oil spill science and response.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Concordia University (Montreal)

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

CAMPUS1 MTL

Grey Nuns Residence

Room types: single, double

Hingston Hall

Room types: single, double

Jesuit Residence

Capacity: 50

Room types: single

Campus Details

Academic System

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