Sometimes the holidays present challenges, whether going home, or not going home. Our stellar student support and academic advising teams are here to help. Here is a list of resources available through December and over the break. King’s campus closes at end of day on December 23.
Campus Security is working 24/7 throughout the holiday break: 902-430-7938
Residence
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Residence closes on December 22, 2025 at 12 p.m. (noon) and opens for the winter term on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
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Patrol, Alex Hall Front Desk staff and the Don on Call will operate as normal until December 22 at 12 p.m. (noon).
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The Don on Call, Patrol and Alex Hall Front Desk is not available during the closure period. Campus Security is the go-to resource during the closure period.
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Prince Hall (dining hall) is closed from Dec 22, 2025, and reopens on January 6, 2026. Residents who are approved to stay over or arrive early can use the kitchens in residence to cook meals.
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Alex Hall Front Desk, Patrol and the Don Team will operate as normal starting Tuesday, January 6, 2025.
Student Support team
- Student Support Advisor, Isaac Wright, is available by appointment until end of day December 19 (students must be in Nova Scotia at time of appointment)
- Peer Support is available during usual hours until (and including) December 17
- Accessibility Officer, Michelle Mahoney, is available until end of day December 23
- Student Accessibility Centre has daily drop-in hours: December 11–19. Call 902-494-2836 or email access@dal.ca
- Any questions about exams at Student Accessibility centre contact the Mark A. Hill Exam Centre at 902-494-2194, or email sasexams@dal.ca
- Indigenous Support & Outreach Coordinator, Emily Pictou-Roberts, is available by email appointment until end of day December 23
- Interim Sexual Health & Safety Officer, Miriam Bonello MacQuarrie, is available for in-person appointments until December 19, virtual appointments the week of Dec 21–23. People can make appointments by contacting Miriam via email.
Academic Advising team
The academic advising office is open until end of day December 23. Jennifer O’Keefe and Keenan Livingstone are your academic advising team. If you need support with degree planning, choosing courses, or if you’re experiencing academic difficulty and aren’t sure what to do, they can help. Book an appointment here.
24/7 support lines
- 211 professional counselling available 24/7 Call 211 and ask for the women’s, men’s, or all-gender helpline
- Good to Talk – professional counselling for students in N.S. Call 1-877-330-6366. Operated by trans and nonbinary volunteers, open to any trans or gender-questioning persons
- First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Crisis Line 1-855-242-3310
Dal Health holiday hours
- Dec 8–23: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Dec 24 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Dec 25/26 Closed
- Dec 27 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Dec 29/30 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Dec 31 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Jan 1 Closed
- Jan 2 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Jan 3 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Jan 5 return to regular hours of operation
Visit our Student Supports page for a full list of resources available at King’s and Dalhousie.
