Arrival & Departure

The dates, times and places you need to know

This year's Explore program will run at Dalhousie Truro from July 7 to August 9, 2024.

Registration will take place on July 7th from 9 a.m. until 10 p.m. The placement exam to determine your level of competence in English will take place on Monday, July 8 at 9 a.m. Please plan your arrival with these times in mind. You can plan your departure after breakfast on August 9.

Where you'll be staying

You will be in student residences at Fraser or Chapman, which features single-occupancy rooms. View Fraser & Chapman House on the Dalhousie Truro Campus Map. Fraser House front entrance is located at 10 Horseshoe Crescent. Chapman House front entrance is located at 20 Horseshoe Crescent. Rooms are not assigned until July 7th after 3 p.m.

Where is Dalhousie University?

Dalhousie University Agricultural Campus is located in the village of Bible Hill, a 25-minute walk to downtown Truro and about a 45-minute drive from the Halifax Stanfield International Airport.

Getting to Campus

• Shuttle Bus - An inexpensive option to travel to Truro is to take the Maritime bus. Tickets are approximately $15 CAD one-way (cheaper with student ID) but must be pre-purchased prior to travel. Book and purchase online or at the Ground Transportation Booth at the airport (located near the arrivals lounge).
  
  The shuttle leaves the airport daily between 8 a.m. and 4:50 p.m. (visit their website for later pick-ups on Fridays and Sundays from September to May)
  
  The journey takes approximately one hour to Truro (drops you off at Maritime bus Truro terminal - 280 Willow Street) and then you may want to take a taxi to campus, which takes an additional 10 minutes (or a 42 minute walk)
  
  To book your ticket or to find out more information, visit the Maritime Bus website.
  
  
• Taxi - A one-way trip to Bible Hill, Truro is approximately $125.00 by taxi or limousine. Shared ride service may also be available.
  
  Visit the Halifax Airport website for a list of taxi companies.
  
  
• Car - Driving directions from the airport - To the Agricultural campus
  
  Airport car rental services  - Visit the Halifax Airport Website for a complete listing of car rental agents.