Saint-Paul UniversityStudent Guide

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Unknown University in Ottawa, Ontario. Operating on a semester system.

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757

Total Enrollment

University

Institution Type

1

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Saint-Paul University

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 Term 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
9

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Term 2027

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Campus language

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7 terms

A

AÉUSP
Association des étudiant.e.s de l'Université Saint-Paul (The Student Association).

C

Café 223
The main on-campus cafeteria and social eating space located in Guigues Hall.
CPCS
Centre for Pastoral Counselling and Spirituality, a major service and training hub on campus.

M

Main Street
The stretch of Old Ottawa East immediately outside campus where students go for off-campus food and coffee.

S

SPU Res
The Saint-Paul University Residence, the primary on-campus housing located on Main Street.
SPUA
Saint Paul University Students' Association (The English acronym for the student union).

T

The Federation
Refers to the administrative and academic partnership with the University of Ottawa, allowing SPU students to use uOttawa facilities.

Places and practicalities

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

9 details
Brightspace
The online learning management system used for course materials, grades, and assignments.
caf_urban
Café Urban
Deschâtelets
The Deschâtelets Building, a historic structure often housing archives and specialized services.
Guigues
Guigues Hall, the primary academic building housing classrooms and the student association.
Jean-Léon Allie
The Jean-Léon Allie Library, known for having one of the largest philosophy and theology collections in Canada.
Laframboise
Laframboise Hall, an academic and administrative building.
MultiCard
The official student identification card used for library access, printing, and building entry.
U-Pass
The mandatory transit pass for full-time students, providing unlimited access to OC Transpo and STO buses/trains.
Virtuo
The student portal used for registration, tuition payments, and official academic records.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 9 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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Syllabi Analyzed

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Life in Ottawa for Saint-Paul University Students

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

Timezone

America/Toronto

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

120,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

County Bus Service

Nearest Airports

Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

49.5°F

Avg Snowfall

45.2 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Lot (223 Main Street)

surface_lot • 43 spaces

Daily max is $20; charges in effect 24/7.

Campus News

Latest updates from Saint-Paul University

Rector Louis Patrick Leroux Elected to the Royal Society of Canada

Saint Paul University Rector Louis Patrick Leroux has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, recognizing his exceptional contributions to the arts and humanities.

Sep 9, 2026

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Researcher of the Month: Aliaa Dakroury

Full Professor Aliaa Dakroury from the School of Social Communication has been named Researcher of the Month for her work in communication and human rights.

Sep 1, 2026

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Saint Paul University Celebrates its Largest Graduating Class

The university celebrated 359 new graduates in its largest convocation ceremony to date, with valedictorians emphasizing social contribution and peace.

Jun 30, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Saint-Paul University

Franco-Ontarian Day Celebration

September 25, 2026

In front of the University, on Main Street (between Laframboise and Guigues Halls)

A flag-raising ceremony and tree planting in the Forest of La Francophonie to celebrate the Franco-Ontarian community, featuring local historian Michel Prévost.

Iran's Resilience in the War with the U.S.: Domestic Sources of Power and Regional Dynamics

October 1, 2026

Saint Paul University

A presentation exploring the domestic and regional dynamics of Iran's resilience in its conflict with the U.S.

Lunch and Learn: Discover the Library — Finding Books and Articles

October 1, 2026

Saint Paul University Library

An introductory session on how to use the library catalogue and databases to find academic resources.

Lunch and Learn: Academic Integrity

October 8, 2026

Saint Paul University

A session focused on the principles of academic integrity and how to maintain them in university work.

Lunch and Learn: AI Basics — Learn Foundational Skills to Use AI Responsibly

October 15, 2026

Saint Paul University

A workshop on the foundational skills required to use artificial intelligence responsibly in an academic setting.

Lunch and Learn: Academic Writing

October 22, 2026

Saint Paul University

A session providing tips and methods for effective academic writing.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Saint-Paul University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Saint Paul University Residence and Congress Centre

Capacity: 180

Room types: shared 2-bedroom suite

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

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