Online tools and learning resource centre

Need help using Okanagan College’s online learning tools or platforms?

This page offers guidance on key tools like myOkanagan and Moodle, with tips to support your online learning experience.

Top steps to start at OC!

1. Access your online tools and resources

myOkanagan is the main portal for accessing important college information, including student records, course schedules, and email. Log in to check your account summary, confirm your course schedule and class locations, and access your student email.

Brightspace and Moodle are learning platforms that provide access to online course materials and other resources. Okanagan College is transitioning from Moodle to Brightspace, which will become the college’s Learning Management System (LMS) starting in Fall 2026.

Need info on logging in to these tools? View the learning tools and resources section below.

2. Connect with your campus community

Learn more about your campus and find programs, services and activities that are offered.

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Check out what is happening for Orientation college-wide as well as at your campus.

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Learning tools and resources

From logging into Moodle on your first day or using Blackboard Collaborate for your classes, we are here to help navigate how to use these online tools. View information about each of the tools below.

One-stop shop for access and information

myOkanagan is the main portal to access web-based college services like student records, course schedule, the OC wireless network and email. You can connect to Moodle through this portal.

Login to myOkanagan

Where online learning happens

Brightspace is Okanagan College’s online learning platform, where instructors can create courses and students can access course materials anytime, from anywhere. The Brightspace Orientation for Students provides a brief, self-paced introduction to using Brightspace at Okanagan College.

How to access it:

  • On the OC website, click on the arrow on the top-right of the page to open the action centre click on the "Brightspace" button on the left hand side
  • Through myOkanagan, click on “Brightspace” on top-right corner of the page

How to login:

Still having trouble?

If you are having difficulties logging in, please contact Okanagan College IT Services Help Desk via one of the following
methods:
Phone: 250-762-5445 Ext. 4444 or 1-866-839-4032 (Toll Free)
Email: support@okanagan.bc.ca
Live Support Chat (business hours only)

Where online learning happens

Moodle is the college’s software package designed to help teachers easily create online courses – and students can access course materials from anywhere at any time.  

How to access it:

  • On the OC website, click on the red arrow on the top-right of the page to open the action centre, click on the "Moodle" button on the left hand side
  • Through myOkanagan, click on “Moodle” on top-right corner of the page

How to login:

Still having trouble?

If you are having difficulties logging in, please contact Okanagan College IT Services Help Desk via one of the following
methods:
Phone: 250-762-5445 Ext. 4444 or 1-866-839-4032 (Toll Free)
Email: support@okanagan.bc.ca
Live Support Chat (business hours only)

Success for students of all abilities

Students who require accommodations and/or adaptive technology can contact Disability Access Services.

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Top 5 tips to online learning success

Avoid distractions

This is a tough one, but you want to create space for concentration. Can you close the door to the room you will study in? Does music help you block out noises? Should your phone be in the other room? Explore different things to find what works for you.

Reach out for help

Just because your studying at home does not mean you’re on your own. Email your instructor with questions or concerns, ask fellow students for phone study sessions, engage in online group discussions, and contact the Learning Centre/Student Success Centre at your home campus for online support. Your OC community is just a click away.

Set mini-deadlines

Classes can keep us accountable, so studying from home means it will be important that you incrementally complete your coursework to stay on schedule.

Take a break

This is important if you are learning online or in-person. Studies show that people perform better when they can rest and eat healthy food. Take care of yourself during this time to prevent burnout.

Plan your time

Set aside specific times to be on digital platforms like Moodle, in addition to regular time spent studying and reading. Use the time you would normally be in class to connect online with your instructor and peers.

Need technical help?

IT Services is here to help. Email support@okanagan.bc.ca for assistance or phone 1-866-839-4032 toll-free.