Georgian College Amenities

Georgian’s seven campuses encompass a total area of 21,000 square kilometers (almost the same size as the country of El Salvador) and are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario (Barrie, Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Owen Sound and South Georgian Bay).  Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas.

Our facilities include:

• • • Georgian College holds college-wide events that promote and increase awareness of Indigenous cultures and perspectives, including the Indigenous Authors Festival, Louis Riel Day, student craft nights and the annual Georgian College Pow Wow, a one-day celebration held every March, organized, and run by Georgian staff and students.

    • Health and Wellness Clinics:  Georgian College community health and wellness clinics help meet local demand for health-care services in Barrie and beyond. Community members benefit from the care provided by students and health-care professionals at a reduced price.  Full-service athletic facility with state-of-the-art equipment and instructor-led classes offered at a discounted rate.
    • All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP:  Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance.
    • Campus Safety Services:  Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services.
    • The parking portal provides a lot of information regarding parking including where you can purchase or renew parking permits, manage your parking system profile including your vehicle and license plate information, pay for parking citations and more.
    • Georgian was recently named a Bee Campus by Bee City Canada since we are committed to creating, maintaining and/or improving pollinator habitats.
    • Georgian’s thumbs are green!  Georgian has harvested close to 400 kgs. of plants, including potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, beans, beets, herbs, and cabbage from our community garden.  Food grown in the garden has been used in Georgian’s kitchens and it has also been distributed to a few local charities such as the Elizabeth Fry Society, Salvation Army Bayside Mission and to Georgian’s student food locker program.
    • Georgian College full time staff, students, community members and faculty have access to an impressive array of fitness facilities, programs, and services.
    • Georgian College has Conference and Event services where our Barrie Campus offers a variety of meeting and event facilities, year-round.
    • The Georgian Dining Room:  Our internationally trained chefs bring their expertise to your dining experience through special event dinners, custom menus designed for your special occasion, and much more. Courteous, professional service completes the package.
    • Indigenous Services:  Wiidookdaading Indigenous Resource Centres are located at Georgian’s Barrie, Midland, Orillia, and Owen Sound campuses.  The resource centres provide students with a culturally supportive and comfortable environment where they can study, socialize, and access a wide range of resources including:
      • Getsijid (Indigenous student counsellor)
      • Visiting Elders program
      • Niwijiagan (peer mentor support)
      • Community liaison officer
      • Indigenous student advisors
    • All Georgian College campuses offer a chance to be in nature with many beautiful walking paths and seating areas throughout campuses.