Bus Tour Q And A
When do Algoma University bus tours take place?
Algoma offers two bus tours in November and one in March. Our first tour, Sunday, November 7 – Tuesday, November 9, is scheduled to coincide with our Fall Preview event. The second tour is Friday, November 19 – Sunday, November 21. The March Break bus tour, our last of the school year, is Monday, March 12 – Wednesday, March 14.
All tours are scheduled to depart from and return to Toronto.
How much do Algoma University bus tours cost?
The bus tour fee is $25 per person.
What is included in the $25 bus tour fee?
Algoma University will provide round-trip transportation on a chartered coach bus, hotel accommodation for two nights in Sault Ste. Marie, and meals while in Sault Ste. Marie, as well as any entertainment expenses that are part of the bus tour itinerary.
What can I expect to do on an Algoma University bus tour?
This is your chance to get the answers to all of the detailed questions you have about academics and student life. During your visit, you will meet Algoma University faculty, staff and students; we will do our best to connect you with a professor and students from your preferred program of study.
Tour the campus. Your campus tour will include all of the areas you’ll be spending time in as a student, including the library, SpeakEasy, George Leach Centre, and classrooms. You will also get to check out the dorms and townhouses to see which residence option suits you best.
City tour. Sault Ste. Marie is a beautiful city, and we’ll help you explore it. Our one-hour guided tour of the city includes historic sites, recreational centres, and student hangouts.
Have fun. Our team will plan a variety of social activities to make your bus tour memorable. Some previous tour activities include downhill skiing, attended an Algoma basketball game, curling lessons, movies, and tobogganing.
Where does the bus pick up passengers?
The bus departs from Toronto with pickups along the Trans-Canada Highway between Toronto and Sault Ste. Marie. In the past, we have picked passengers up in Barrie, Parry Sound, Sudbury and Espanola. To determine the most convenient place for you to get on the bus, contact one of our Admissions Advisors.
How do I register for an Algoma University bus tour?
You can register here, or contact an Admissions Advisor at info@algomau.ca or 1-888-254-6628.
Is there a cancellation policy?
Bus passengers who cancel 48 hours prior to departure will receive a full refund.
Can parents or adults come or is the bus tour just for students?
Parents and other adults are welcome to participate in the bus tour, and many do, so don’t be afraid to bring yours!
What kind of supervision is there on the bus?
Algoma University staff members will host the bus tour. Before departing, you will receive an email with the staff members’ names and cell phone numbers in case you need to get a hold of them during the trip.
