Note: The contents of this document are subject to change without notice. Please contact helpdesk@concordia.ab.ca for more information

Connecting Remotely to Concordia Services

In the event that you have to work from home, you can access most of Concordia's services through our web portal, home.concordia.ab.ca
Services that can be accessed from this portal include (1) email, (2) Online Services, (3) Moodle, (4) payroll information, and (5) Alfresco, among other things. A snapshot of the page is provided below.

These Concordia services can also be accessed using the following alternative URLs:

Staff and student email

https://mail.google.com

Online Services

https://onlineservices.concordia.ab.ca/

Moodle

https://courses.concordia.ab.ca

Avanti (Payroll Information)

https://myavanti.ca/concordia

Alfresco

https://documents.concordia.ab.ca


Using Google Meet & Chat

Google Meet & Chat are communication tools that is part of the Google suite of products that Concordia University of Edmonton uses. The two main services, Google Meet and Google Chat, are aimed at enterprise communication, combining audio- and video-conferencing capabilities. 

Please see the following page for instructions on using Meet rooms and Chat for communication with coworkers and course delivery: 
Using Google Meet & Chat

We also offer reviews of some Chrome extensions that are designed to enhance your use of Google Meet:
What Chrome Extensions are available to help with Google Meet course delivery?

Using other remote connection options

If your work requires access to some specialized software such as Blackbaud applications or our Student Information System, you will need to have remote access enabled so you can connect to those applications from your own personal computer. This can be initiated by supervisors making a request to IT Services at helpdesk@concordia.ab.ca

Once access is granted, you will be provided with further instructions from IT Services to connect to our campus servers including a step-by-step guideIf you've already been set up with access and need assistance connecting from your home computer, please contact the IT Services Helpdesk at helpdesk@concordia.ab.ca or 780 479 9316.


Remote Work Reminders

The use of a CUE-issued laptop or device to perform your duties is the best way to get yourself started for remote work. However, if you are using your own personal device to do your work, it is best to remember a few safety tips.


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