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Alumni Q & A

Q. I want to post a job for Conestoga Alumni. How do I do this?
Q. I need to get an alumni card. How do I get one? Is there a fee?
Q. How and where do I get a copy of my transcript?
Q. My diploma/degree/certificate was lost or damaged. How do I obtain a replacement?
Q. What career services does the college provide to alumni?
Q. What is your charitable registration number?
Q. Where can I buy a Conestoga frame for my diploma/degree/certificate?
Q. How do I update my address/email?
Q. Why am I receiving communications from insurance and credit card companies that are associated with Conestoga?
Q. How do I cancel the communications from these companies?
Q. What is an affinity partner?
Q. If I live out of province or out of country, are there any insurance benefits or credit card companies I can access?
Q. How does the Alumni Association benefit if I use the affinity partner services?
Q. How can I get in touch with fellow alumni?
Q. When is Convocation?
Q. Where can I purchase Conestoga memorabilia and alumni clothing?
Q. Where can I get a current course calendar?
Q. How much is the alumni athletics membership?
Q. How do I submit information for Connections Magazine?
Q. How do I plan a reunion for my class/program?
Q. How can I purchase discount tickets to events/theme parks?

Q. I want to post a job for Conestoga Alumni. How do I do this?

Are you an employer looking to post a job? Register for an account online and complete the form at:  https://careers.conestogac.on.ca/register/employer.htm

Career Services is here to help Conestoga students and graduates prepare for and gain challenging employment. There are many local employers who can't wait to meet you! Check out our Job Postings site to see who has posted with us lately! Need the access information for the Job Postings area? Please contact Career Services!

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Q. I need to get an alumni card. How do I get one? Is there a fee?

Your Alumni Card is the key to receiving many of the great benefits and services that Conestoga College offers to its Alumni. You will receive your Alumni Card at your convocation ceremony upon completion of your program. If you did not attend your convocation ceremony, or have lost your card and need a new one, please contact the Alumni Relations department to arrange to get a new one.
Email: alumni@conestogac.on.ca
Phone: 519-748-5220 ext. 3463

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Q. How and where do I get a copy of my transcript?

A copy of your transcript may be requested through the Registrar’s Office. Requests may be made in person, or you can complete the form and either mail or fax it back to the college:

Please note there is an $8 fee per transcript requested, and requests cannot be processed without receipt of payment.

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Q. My diploma/degree/certificate was lost or damaged. How do I obtain a replacement?

Contact the Registrar’s Office

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Q. What career services does the college provide to alumni?
  • If you are an alumni, you can access MyCareer for up-to-date career and employment information including upcoming career & employment workshops, resources, FAQ's, articulation agreements, job postings and more.
  • To access MyCareer, log in to the Student Portal and click on the "Services" tab.  You will need your Student ID# and password to login. Contact alumni@conestogac.on.ca if you require your student ID#. If you've forgotten your password, you can update it through the portale.
  • If you graduated/departed from the college more than one year ago, and are interested in returning, you may to contact the Conestoga Career Centre to assist you with any career and educational planning.

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Q. What is your charitable registration number?

Charitable Registration #10696 6799 RR0001

Make a pledge

Please consider donating. Go to giving for more details on how to make a pledge.

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Q. Where can I buy a Conestoga frame for my diploma/degree/certificate?

Frames may be purchased by contacting Honour Frames. We are sure you will be pleased with the variety and quality of these Canadian-made frames available to you at a very reasonable cost. If your diploma, certificate or grad photo is filed away, why not take this opportunity to frame it and support the many worthwhile causes of the Alumni Association. Purchase online.

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Q. How do I update my address/email?

Moved recently? Planning to move? Want to keep connected with your Alumni Association?
We are looking for up-to-date information from all our Alumni, especially employment information. This information will be used strictly for statistical purposes and will not be published in any way without your consent.
Complete the address update form.

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Q. Why am I receiving communications from insurance and credit card companies that are associated with Conestoga?

Conestoga College takes your privacy seriously and does not sell or trade your contact information.
Conestoga College has relationships with affinity partners who we believe provide valuable services to our alumni, offer a quality service at a competitive or discount price and provide a revenue stream back to the College. All affinity partner contact is approved by the Office of Alumni Relations.
Visit: Alumni Member Benefits

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Q. How do I cancel the communications from these companies?

Conestoga College takes your privacy seriously and does not sell or trade your contact information. Alumni have the opportunity to select which communications they wish to receive.  Please contact us via email (alumni@conestogac.on.ca) or phone at 519-748-5220 ext. 3463 if you wish to change the communications you are current receiving. We will do our best to update your preferences right away however if a mailing is already in progress, you may receive something in the subsequent weeks. Be assured we will make every effort to accommodate your requests.

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Q. What is an affinity partner?

An affinity partner is a company that Conestoga College has made a formal partnership with in order to

  • Provide beneficial services to Conestoga alumni
  • Offer a quality service at a competitive or discounted price
  • Generate a source of revenue for the activities and interests of alumni

When Conestoga alumni participate in the affinity partner programs, a portion of the revenue supports all of our alumni services, events and publications, including the Connections Magazine, alumni events and the Conestoga Alumni e-community. Your participation in these programs allows us to continue to improve ways for you to stay connected to other alumni and Conestoga.

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Q. If I live out of province or out of country, are there any insurance benefits or credit card companies I can access?

If you have a Canadian address, you can apply for the alumni credit card however the insurance and investment services we offer are only available for alumni that live in Canada. If you are interested, we can contact our current affinity partners who may be able to suggest a suitable alternative outside of Canada. Please email us with this request at alumni@conestogac.on.ca.

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Q. How does the Alumni Association benefit if I use the affinity partner services?

When Conestoga alumni participate in the affinity partner programs, the Alumni Relations receives revenue which supports all of our alumni services, events and publications.

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Q. How can I get in touch with fellow alumni?

Alumni Relations will assist in getting in touch with your fellow alumni for reunions.
Fill out the form request and we can help you track down alumni with whom you've lost touch.

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Q. When is Convocation?

Convocation ceremonies occur twice a year in June and November.  The exact dates of the ceremonies are published by the Registrar’s Office, and can be found in the Academic Dates for the current year.

Please visit Student Records and select the current academic year for dates.

Convocation ceremonies typically occur in the Rec Centre.  Information will be sent to all graduates eligible to graduate at the ceremony.  Please ensure the Registrar’s Office is made aware of any changes to your address upon completion of your program to ensure you receive your convocation information.

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Q. Where can I purchase Conestoga memorabilia and alumni clothing?

The Bookstore at Conestoga College now offers a line of Alumni clothing and other college memorabilia.

Take pride in your college success, be recognized for your achievements and maintain your connection to the college through the Conestoga Alumni clothing line.

How to order:
In-store:  Doon Campus – Kitchener
(Store hours: Mon-Thurs: 8am-8pm/Fri: 8am-4pm – Summer hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-4:30pm/Fri: 8am-4pm)
nline: Bookstore
Phone: 519-748-5220 ext 3241

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Q. Where can I get a current course calendar?

The current course calendar for full time programs available at Conestoga College can be accessed online.

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Q. How much is the alumni athletics membership?

The multi purpose recreational complex at Conestoga College offers a wide variety of facilities and services to enhance your lifestyle. The College has extensive athletic programs available for students, members and the community. Event organizers will find it a perfect showplace for sporting events, trade shows, exhibitions, concerts and conferences.

Alumni are eligible to receive a discount off the membership fee to use the facility.  You will need to present your Alumni Card when completing the purchase to verify your status as an alumnus..
Membership fees for use of the Rec Centre can be found online. Contact the Alumni office at alumni@conestogac.on.ca.

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Q. How do I submit information for Connections Magazine?

We would love to hear from you! If you have an update or announcement you would like to see in Connections, please email: alumni@conestogac.on.ca.

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Q. How do I plan a reunion for my class/program?

Alumni Relations would be happy to assist you with your class reunion. Please complete the online form and Alumni Relations will take care of the details. Or, if you prefer, you can fill out a pdf copy and fax it to us at (519) 748-3572.

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Q. How can I purchase discount tickets to events/theme parks?

Discount tickets may be purchased online, through Perkopolis and TicketOps.
Ticket venues include Canada's Wonderland, Ontario Science Centre, etc.  For a complete list available, visit tickets and pricing.

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