Student Supports & Services

Quantum College is committed to supporting students academically, personally, and socially throughout their studies.

Housing & Residence Support

Quantum College does not operate student residences. However, we provide guidance and general information to assist students in locating appropriate and safe housing options in the Greater Vancouver area. Here is a list of websites with rental listings:

For tenancy rights in British Columbia, please refer to this website: https://tenants.bc.ca

For referrals to reputable third-party housing resources, please contact [email protected]

Health, Safety & Mental Health Supports

Quantum College prioritizes student health, safety, and well-being. Students are provided with information and guidance regarding:

  • Access to medical and mental health services in British Columbia
    • Crises Centre BC : Programmes 24/7 for all ages with concerns such as mental health, suicide, self-harm, violence, abuse. All calls are anonymous and confidential. Also offers community education and professional development courses.
      • Vancouver: 604-872-3311
      • Howe Sound and Sunshine Coast: 1- 866- 661-3311 (toll-free)
      • TTY/TDD: 1 – 866-872-0113
      • BC – wide: 1 800 SUICIDE (784-2433)
    • Emergency services and personal safety resources
      • Fire, Police and Ambulance: 911
      • Poison Control Centre: 604-682-5050
  • Government-directed health and safety guidelines and priorities
    • Any situation that presents an immediate danger to people or property—such as a bomb threat, violent incident, gunfire, fire, or car crash—should be treated as urgent. This also includes medical emergencies like falls, head injuries, serious burns, uncontrolled bleeding, sudden or ongoing chest pain, breathing difficulties, or a significantly altered level of consciousness.
    • Report serious crimes that are happening or have just taken place, including sexual assault, robbery, physical altercations, break-ins (especially if a suspect is still present), or suspected impaired driving. When in doubt, err on the side of caution and inform someone immediately, such as a coworker or supervisor, or contact 911.
  • Addiction, overdose prevention, and harm-reduction supports

Information on Naloxone training and access to free Naloxone kits, including locations where free Naloxone can be found:

For emergency medical care, students can visit Richmond General Hospital (https://www.vch.ca/en/location/richmond-hospital) or any local hospitals (visit www.vch.ca for locations) or call 911. For non-emergency medical concerns, students can visit walk-in clinics or contact HealthLink BC at 8-1-1.

For students that need counselling, please email: [email protected]

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Education, Learning & Program Progression Support

Quantum College provides learning support services designed to assist students in achieving academic success. Supports may include academic advising, study strategies, skill-building guidance, and referrals to additional learning resources where appropriate.

Academic advising and progress monitoring are available to support students in meeting program requirements and progressing successfully through their studies. Students may seek guidance related to academic planning, program expectations, and educational goals by emailing our SEA: [email protected]

Links to public libraries in our neighbourhoods are below:

Local Community Integration

Quantum College is active in the communities in which its campuses are located. Through activities and fundraisers, they continually support the following organizations:

Local Richmond community centers can be found here: View all community centres

  • Cambie Community Centre
  • City Centre Community Centre
  • Hamilton Community Centre
  • South Arm Community Centre
  • Steveston Community Centre
  • Thompson Community Centre
  • West Richmond Community Centre
  • Sea Island Community Centre
  • Minoru Centre for Active Living

Students can also take advantage of the Richmond Oval (www.richmondoval.ca), where lots of events and activities are held.

Daily Life Support

Welcome BC (https://www.welcomebc.ca/start-your-life-in-b-c/living-in-bc) has extensive information to help you settle down in BC.

  • Public transit is very convenient in Metro Vancouver. You should get a Compass Card, which allows you to travel on a bus, skytrain, or seabus. Please visit translink.ca for more details.
  • Banking and financial services (Bank of Montreal and Royal Bank are located within walking distances from Quantum College); make sure you present your student ID, and they will help you find the best banking option as a student.
  • Communication services: there are various service providers you can choose from; you must consider which plan works best for you on “minutes, text messaging, and data.” You can find kiosks in all malls, such as Richmond Centre and Aberdeen Centre, both are very close to our location.
    • Cell phone providers: Telus, Fido, Rogers, Shaw Mobile, Bell, Freedom Mobile, and Koodo.

For more information, students can contact admission for details: [email protected]