Ottawa campus

Your Spring Semester Starts Here: Resources, Spaces & Support

Whether you’re back on campus, learning remotely, or doing a bit of both—welcome to the spring semester! The Library and Student Learning Centre (SLC) are here to help you hit the ground running with tools, spaces, and support designed to help you thrive this term.

🔐 Quick Tip:

To access most online resources, log in with your College Network Account.

📚 Your Study Sanctuary: Library Spaces

Need a quiet corner to concentrate or a space to collaborate? The Ottawa campus Library is open 24/7—perfect for night owls and early risers alike.

✔ Silent study room
✔ Individual study desks
✔ Bookable meeting rooms (located on the 2nd floor of C Building)

👉 Find details on the Library Study Spaces page.

📖 Borrow & Return Books with Ease

Looking for books related to your courses or other reading materials?

🌐 24/7 Digital Access

Explore our A-Z Digital Resource Collections:
📘 eBooks | 📊 Databases | 📰 Journals | 🎥 Videos
Just log in with your College Network Account to access everything, anytime.

❓ Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

Browse our FAQs for fast, clear answers to common questions—no need to stress or search endlessly.

✨ Free Academic Coaching at the Coaching Lab

Struggling with a subject or just want to stay ahead? Book a free session (online or in-person) for:

  • Math

  • Writing

  • ESL

  • Study Skills

  • Digital Skills and more!

📍 On the Pembroke campus? Visit the Student Support Lab for coaching appointments.

👥 Peer Tutoring: Learn with a Peer

For just $9/hour, connect with trained student tutors who’ve successfully taken the same course.

📅 Book sessions online or on campus.

🛠 Skill-Building Workshops

Boost your academic game with free workshops on:

  • Research

  • Writing

  • Digital literacy

  • Study techniques

Attend in-person or online! Click here to view the full workshop schedule.

🔍 Discover More with Page 1+

Think of Page 1+ as your research super tool. Quickly find books, articles, and academic resources relevant to your field—all in one place.

🧭 Subject Guides: Start Smart

Each guide is packed with resources tailored to your program or subject area—perfect for starting research or understanding your field.

🌐 The Learning Portal: Province-Wide Resources

Access shared resources from colleges across Ontario through the Learning Portal. Explore helpful modules on:

  • Writing

  • Studying

  • Research

  • Career planning

👋 We’re Here to Help—Anytime

Need guidance, research support, or someone to talk through your academic path? We’re just a message or visit away.

📍 Visit your campus Library Help Desk
💬 Use our Live Online Chat
📅 Book a Research Appointment

We’re excited to be part of your journey. From resources to real support, we’ve got your back all semester long. Welcome to a new term!

AC Day 1: Join Us on Monday, May 11th!

AC Day 1: Join Us on Monday, May 11th!

Hey there, new students! AC Day 1 is the perfect chance to dive right into the AC community. Don’t miss out on connecting with your classmates, securing the tech support you need, and discovering all the awesome academic resources waiting for you!

Heads up: AC Day 1 events are open to new students at the Ottawa Campus only.

Click here to register for AC Day 1!

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring services and meet Page 1+. It’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Where to meet: Library main desk, Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)
Tour times:

  • 10:00 am – 10:30 am
  • 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Discover The Coaching Lab

Come meet your academic coaches in the Coaching Labs! Learn how coaches can support you with your studies, courses, and overall academic journeys.

  • Event Location: Room C260 (2nd Floor, C Building/DARE District)
  • Hours: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Student Learning Centre Kiosk

Have questions about academic supports and not sure where to start? Drop by the Student Learning Centre booth and learn about services like Coaching, Peer Tutoring, and workshops.

These resources are designed to help you succeed academically and beyond. Join us and discover how we can support you!

  • Where to find us: Student Learning Centre desk (2nd Floor, DARE District/C Building)
  • Hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa)

Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365

In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.

Note: Space is limited — first come, first served.

  • Where: Library Learning Lab, Room C263 (2nd Floor, C Building)
  • When: 9:30 am – 10:30 am | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Can’t make this one? Check out other available dates!

Want the full schedule of AC Day 1 fun or ready to register? Click here!

AC Day 1: Join Us on Monday, January 12th!

Hey there, new students! AC Day 1 is the perfect chance to dive right into the AC community. Don’t miss out on connecting with your classmates, securing the tech support you need, and discovering all the awesome academic resources waiting for you!

Heads up: AC Day 1 events are open to new students at the Ottawa Campus only.

Click here to register for AC Day 1!

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring services and meet Page 1+. It’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Where to meet: Library main desk, Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)
Tour times:

  • 10:00 am – 10:30 am

  • 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Student Learning Centre Info Booth

Got questions about academic supports? Swing by the Student Learning Centre booth! Learn about coaching, peer tutoring, workshops, and all the tools designed to help you not just survive, but thrive in your studies. We’re here to help you succeed — inside the classroom and beyond.

Where to find us: 1st Floor, C Building (across from Nawapon)
Hours: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa)

  • Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom

    In this workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.

Note: Space is limited — first come, first served.

Where: Library Learning Lab, Room C263 (2nd Floor, C Building)
When: 10:00 am – 11:00 am | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Can’t make this one? Check out other available dates!

  • Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365

    In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.

Note: Space is limited — first come, first served.

Where: Library Learning Lab, Room C263 (2nd Floor, C Building)
When: 11:00 am – 12:00 am
Can’t make this one? Check out other available dates!

Want the full schedule of AC Day 1 fun or ready to register? Click here!

AC Day 1: Join us on September 2, 2025!

Hey there, new students! AC Day 1 is the perfect chance to dive right into the AC community. Don’t miss out on connecting with your classmates, securing the tech support you need, and discovering all the awesome academic resources waiting for you!

Heads up: AC Day 1 events are open to new students at the Ottawa Campus only.

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring services and meet Page 1+. It’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Where to meet: Library main desk, Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)
Tour times:

  • 10:00 am – 10:30 am

  • 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm

  • 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Student Learning Centre Info Booth

Got questions about academic support? Swing by the Student Learning Centre booth! Learn about coaching, peer tutoring, workshops, and all the tools designed to help you not just survive, but thrive in your studies. We’re here to help you succeed — inside the classroom and beyond.

Where to find us: 1st Floor, C Building (across from Nawapon)
Hours: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa)

  • Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom

    In this workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.

Note: Space is limited — first come, first served.

Where: Library Learning Lab, Room C263 (2nd Floor, C Building)
When: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Can’t make this one? Check out other available dates!

  • Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365

    In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.

Note: Space is limited — first come, first served.

Where: Library Learning Lab, Room C263 (2nd Floor, C Building)
When: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Can’t make this one? Check out other available dates!

Want the full schedule of AC Day 1 fun or ready to register? Click here!

March Into Success: Workshops to Enhance Your Academic Journey!

Whether you’re looking to improve your research skills, boost your study strategies, or gain essential academic writing tools, the Library and Student Learning Centre are offering a range of free workshops this March to help you succeed. Below is a sneak peek into the fantastic workshops available to all AC students throughout the month. Make sure to mark your calendar and take full advantage of these opportunities by signing up for a session.

March 2025 Workshop Schedule: Empower Your Learning

1. On Campus: Cite Right! APA Bootcamp

  • When: March 6, 9:00 AM (Room C263)
  • Where: Library Learning Lab
  • Why Attend: Whether you’re new to APA citation style or need a refresher, this workshop will provide the tools to make citing sources a breeze. Get hands-on experience with citation formatting and learn tips and tricks to avoid common errors.

2. On Campus: Searching with Page 1+: Mastering Library Searches

  • When: March 6, 2:00 PM (Room C263)
  • Where: Library Learning Lab
  • Why Attend: Dive into the powerful features of the Algonquin College Library’s search tools. Learn how to navigate Page 1+ effectively to find the resources you need for research. This workshop is essential for mastering advanced search strategies and maximizing your research efficiency.

3. Online: Jumpstart Your Paper: Strategies for Effective Research

  • When: March 7, 10:00 AM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Starting a research paper can be overwhelming, but with the right strategies, you can set yourself up for success. Learn how to plan your research, organize your ideas, and streamline your writing process.

4. Online: AI at AC: A Beginner’s Guide to Generative AI

  • When: March 11, 2:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we learn, work, and create. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of generative AI, exploring how it can assist with research and writing.

5. Online: Building a Strong Foundation: Tips for Conducting Literature Reviews

  • When: March 12, 12:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: The literature review is a cornerstone of academic writing. Learn how to search for, evaluate, and organize sources to build a solid foundation for your research project.

6. Study Skills: Getting Started & Avoiding Procrastination

  • When: March 13, 3:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Procrastination can be a major obstacle to academic success. This workshop will provide strategies to help you stay on track and start your projects with confidence. Get advice on goal setting, time management, and staying motivated.

7. Study Skills: Pay Attention to This! – Finding Your Focus

  • When: March 14, 11:00 AM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Struggling to concentrate? This session will help you build the skills to improve your focus, manage distractions, and increase productivity.

8. Study Skills: Note Taking Strategies – Make it Stick

  • When: March 14, 1:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Effective note-taking is key to retaining information. Learn techniques that will make your notes more organized, impactful, and easier to review later.

9. Online: Finding Peer-Reviewed Articles: The Key to Research Success

  • When: March 17, 2:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Peer-reviewed articles are critical in academic research. This workshop will teach you how to locate and evaluate peer-reviewed journal articles to elevate the quality of your work.

10. Study Skills: Time Management – Rock the Clock

  • When: March 18, 1:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Time management is an essential skill for academic and personal success. This session will help you create effective schedules, prioritize tasks, and avoid burnout.

11. Online: Paraphrase Like a Pro: Essential Skills for Academic Writing

  • When: March 19, 1:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Paraphrasing is crucial in academic writing to avoid plagiarism and demonstrate your understanding. Learn how to paraphrase correctly and incorporate ideas from other sources into your own writing seamlessly.

12. Online: Avoiding Cut and Paste Plagiarism

  • When: March 21, 10:00 AM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Avoiding plagiarism is essential for academic integrity. This workshop will walk you through how to avoid common pitfalls and properly attribute sources in your work.

13. Online: Understanding Plagiarism: Protect Your Academic Integrity

  • When: March 24, 2:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Plagiarism can have serious consequences. This workshop will help you understand what constitutes plagiarism and how to safeguard your academic integrity.

14. Study Skills: Stress Management

  • When: March 28, 2:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Managing stress is crucial during busy academic periods. Learn techniques to help you stay calm and focused, even when facing deadlines and exams.

15. Online: Presenting Skills

  • When: March 28, 12:00 PM
  • Where: Online (via Zoom)
  • Why Attend: Public speaking can be daunting, but with the right techniques, you can make a strong impact. This session will cover the essentials of creating engaging presentations and communicating effectively with your audience.

How to Register

To register for any of the workshops listed above, simply visit the Workshops Schedule. Don’t wait—these workshops are the perfect way to boost your academic performance and build essential skills for success.

Take advantage of these free resources and set yourself up for success this semester!

By attending these workshops, you’ll gain the tools, confidence, and strategies needed to excel in your studies at Algonquin College. Best of luck, and we hope to see you there!

AC Day 1: Join us on January 6, 2025!

Whether you’re a new student or returning to the Ottawa campus, you won’t want to miss the exciting and informative activities we have planned for the day! Join the Library and Student Learning Centre (SLC) on Monday, January 6, 2025 for AC Day 1 and discover how we can support your academic journey this semester and beyond!

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring services and meet Page 1+. It’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Attendees to meet at the Library main desk in Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)

  • 10:00am – 10:30am
  • 2:00pm – 2:30pm

Student Learning Centre Drop-in Booth

Have questions about academic supports and not sure where to start? Drop by the Student Learning Centre booth and learn about services like coaching, peer tutoring, and workshops. These resources are designed to help you succeed academically and beyond. Join us and discover how we can support you!

Event Location: C Building, 1st floor (Across from Nawapon)
  • 10:30am – 12:30pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa)

Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom

In this workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365

In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

To view the full schedule of AC Day 1 activities or to register, please click here.

Jumpstart Your School Year by Joining AC Day 1 on Sept. 3!

Whether you’re a new student or returning to the Ottawa campus, you won’t want to miss the exciting and informative activities we have planned for the day! Join the Library and Student Learning Centre (SLC) on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, for AC Day 1 and discover how we can support your academic journey this semester and beyond!

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and find out how to borrow laptops from our new 24h laptop lockers! You’ll also learn about our Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services and meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection.

Event Location: Attendees to meet at the Library main desk in Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)

  • 10:00am – 10:30am
  • 12:00pm – 12:30pm
  • 2:00pm – 2:30pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa)

Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom
In this workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

  • 9:00am – 10:00am
  • Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from August 26-30, 2024.

Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365
In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

  • 10:00am – 11:00am
  • Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from August 26-30, 2024.

Online Workshops

Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom

In this virtual workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.

Event Location: Online through Zoom. Click here to join. Password: BrightSPAC
  • 11:00am – 12:30pm

To view the full schedule of AC Day 1 activities, please click here.

Workshops to Help You Succeed!

Have you ever wished someone could show you how to conduct research, correctly craft citations, write an engaging paper, or even make studying less stressful and more effective, you’re in luck!

The Library, Student Learning Centre, and Student Support Services offer a variety of skill-building workshops to help support your success. These sessions are available to all Algonquin College students and are free to attend!

Some featured workshops for April include:

  • Cite Right! APA Bootcamp: This workshop covers how to use the APA citation style for academic purposes. It will familiarize you with how to use in-text citations within the body of the paper and the associated APA rules relating to quotes, paraphrases, and multiple author names. It also covers how to format a Reference List according to APA style rules.
  • Creating Meaningful Connections – Building Healthy Friendships and Relationships: Having close friendships and relationships is seen as one way to improve mental and physical well being but creating and maintaining relationships is tough. Join us for this session to learn about the benefits of creating meaningful connections and start to learn some basics on how to create them and measure for yourself if they are healthy relationships.
  • Searching the Library with Page 1+: Meet Page 1+ – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection! This workshop will introduce you to Page 1+ and show you how it can be used for your assignments and projects. Learn how to manage your account, save your searches, track your sources, and more.
  • Study Skills: Exam Prep: This workshop will help you to plan out your time in the weeks leading up to exams so that you have enough time to study each subject. It will also introduce the “Stoplight Study Technique” to help you determine what material you need to cover. Other strategies will include study techniques for particular types of exam questions and memory tools that can improve your exam results.

Please click here to view the complete monthly schedule of workshops.

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Join Us for AC Day 1 on January 8th!

Happy new year! Join us for all the activities happening on January 8, 2024 for AC Day 1 and discover how the Library and Student Learning Centre (SLC) can support you in your journey towards academic success this semester and beyond.

Library Tours

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and find out how to borrow laptops from our new 24h laptop lockers! You’ll also learn about our Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services and meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Attendees to meet at the Library main desk in Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building)

  • 9:00am – 9:30am
  • 11:00am – 11:30am
  • 1:00pm – 1:30pm
  • 3:00pm – 3:30pm

On-Campus Workshops (Ottawa Campus)

Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom
In this workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

  • 10:00am – 11:00am
  • Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from January 2 to January 12, 2024.

Getting Started with Brightspace, Email, and Microsoft 365
In this workshop, you will find out how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses, so you are comfortable using it. The workshop covers how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can help you in your studies.
*Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-serve due to limited spaces.

Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

  • 11:00am – 12:00pm
  • Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from January 2 to January 12, 2024.

Online Workshops

Getting Started with Brightspace & Zoom

In this virtual workshop, you’ll get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more. You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.

Event Location: Virtual Event via Zoom. Click here to join the session.

  • 1:00pm – 2:00pm
  • Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from January 2 to January 12, 2024.

To view the full schedule of AC Day 1 activities and events please click here.

How to Cite Right and Avoid Plagiarism

Have you ever invested your own time studying for an upcoming test only to notice the person next to you looking at your answers? Or maybe you put a lot of effort into a group project only to have another person take credit for your work. These situations can be pretty unpleasant and can make you feel as though your energy and effort is being devalued. This is just one of the reasons why it’s so important to cite the sources you’ve used in your assignments and projects – everyone deserves credit where credit is due!

If you’re unsure how to properly create citations, don’t sweat it – we’re here to provide you with helpful services and resources to make the process as painless as possible.

Workshops

Free skill-building Workshops are available on a weekly basis:

  • Avoiding Plagiarism: Gain a better understanding of what is expected of you academically in relation to citing your sources and avoiding plagiarism.
  • Cite Right! APA Bootcamp: Find out how to use in-text citations, how to paraphrase and format a reference list, get hands on experience creating references for different types of sources, and more.
  • Intro to the Library workshops: Discover our 24/7 digital resources and find out how to use and navigate online library tools.
  • Finding Academic Articles: Learn how to find academic articles using library resources. Learn how to discover the characteristics of an academic article and how to differentiate it from a popular source.

Workshops are offered both online using Zoom and on campus (Ottawa) in room C263. Click here to view the full Workshops Schedule.

Citing Sources and Avoiding Plagiarism Guide

In the Citing Sources and Avoiding Plagiarism Guide, you’ll learn how to:

  • Cite Your Sources: This guide includes style manuals and information to help you cite in different styles, as well as a series of interactive modules to help you learn the basics of using APA style.
  • Avoid Plagiarism: Not sure if you’re doing everything you need to do to avoid plagiarism? Not even exactly sure what plagiarism is? This guide will explain everything you need to know and what you are responsible for as a student at Algonquin College.
  • AI: Generative Artificial Intelligence: Find general information on Generative AI, as well as guidance on using and citing AI in an academic setting. Always consult your instructor before using generative AI tools in your coursework to ensure that you are not committing an act of academic misconduct.

The Learning Portal

We also recommend exploring the Learning Portal’s How to Cite Module. Here you will learn about:

  • Why you should cite: to prevent plagiarism and give credit to other’s work, as well as providing evidence for the topics presented in your research.
  • Citation styles: there are many different styles of citing and each comes with its own set of rules and formatting of content. Your teacher will often tell you which style they want you to use (ex: APA, MLA, etc.)
  • How to build citations: building proper citations is a crucial step in allowing readers to trace back your information and is also a form of protection from accusations of plagiarism. Learn how to build in-text citations and references/work cited
  • Citation tools: Writing a citation from scratch can seem daunting but once you become familiar with citation generating tools, it will help simplify the process.

Have questions or need assistance?

AC Library Live Chat

Additional Resources

Never forget to cite your sources and always remember to give credit where credit is due!