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Learn how to get your Acadia student ID card, where to go, how to take and upload your photo, and what to do if your card is lost or damaged.
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Your Acadia Student ID card is essential — it gives you access to buildings, services, and events on campus.
🏫 Where to go
- Visit the Safety and Security Office on the upper level of the Students’ Union Building (SUB)
- Do not visit the Access Control Office directly — all ID card services are handled at the Safety and Security operations desk.
- You can also call 902-585-1736 if you have questions.
📸 How to take and upload your ID photo
Follow these guidelines to make sure your photo is accepted:
- Face the camera directly — no side profiles.
- Use a light, solid background (white or off-white).
- No borders, hats, sunglasses, or anything covering your face.
- Ensure good contrast between you and the background.
- The photo must be in colour, with no red-eye or flash reflection.
- Save your photo as a JPG/JPEG file.
- Upload your photo through the Access Control Services page.
The Department of Safety and Security may reject photos that don’t meet these standards.
More info HERE.
💳 ID card rules and replacements
- Your ID card is university property — don’t lend it or tamper with it.
- Report lost cards to Safety and Security immediately.
- If your card is lost or damaged, there is a $15 replacement fee.
- If your card is worn out from normal use, it will be replaced for free.
- If you find your original card after getting a replacement, return the old one to Safety and Security (519 SUB).
📘 Helpful Definitions & Links
- Students’ Union Building (SUB): A central building on campus where student services are located.
- Access Control: The system that manages ID cards, keys, and building access.
- Fob/Room Card: A device or card used to unlock certain doors on campus.
📝 Special Notes
- You’ll need your student ID card for things like exams, library access, meal plans, and residence entry.
- If you’re also requesting a key, fob, or volunteer ID, you can do that through the same Access Control Services page.