Digital Course Materials
How to Redeem Codes For Digital Course Materials
Already ordered? Look at your receipt. Does the course material say Campus eBookstore, VitalSource or Canvas?
Campus eBookstore
Do you have your Redemption Code?
Already ordered? Look at your receipt. If it says Campus eBookstore then follow these instructions:
Vitalsource
Do you have your Redemption Code?
Already ordered? Look at your receipt. If it says Vitalsource then follow these instructions:
Canvas
Do you have your Redemption Code?
Already ordered? Look at your receipt. If it says Canvas then follow these instructions:
CANVAS FAQs
Why can’t I use my used textbook for a Canvas course? Why do only UBC Bookstore copies work?
All purchases are verified and connected to your CWL account for access, which requires you to purchase the materials through the UBC Bookstore in order to get a receipt that provides the redemption codes. Enter the order number (without the dash) listed on the receipt. See the text highlighted in yellow in the above seciton "Did you Purchase your Canvas Course Materials In-Store". If you purchased your textbook secondhand from another student, there is no way for you to activate your course materials in Canvas.
What does “CANVAS” mean?
Canvas refers to materials that are integrated into your course site. If a course material includes “Canvas” in the name, this indicates that there is a digital component accessible within Canvas that is included with your purchase. Your instructor will give you more instructions in class.
What do I do when my free access period to Canvas expires?
The free trial is 14 days. After that time you must either purchase your course materials online or purchase them from the bookstore. Activate your purchase in Canvas using your receipt number.
I’m Having Trouble Redeeming My Canvas Purchase?
Submit a support request with the UBC Learning Technology Hub.
How do I access Canvas content?
- Login to your course at canvas.ubc.ca
- Go to “Modules” to select the digital materials you need to access and click “ Redeem your purchase”
- Enter the order number (found in order confirmation email or your receipt)
- Click “redeem” to access learning materials
Do I need to buy the book AND the Canvas digital copy?
No, you do not need to buy both. If you buy the Canvas Digital option, this gives you both the eBook and Canvas access completely digitally. Buying the Canvas Print option gives you Canvas Access but packaged with a printed book instead of an eBook.
Can a friend purchase Canvas Course Materials on my behalf?
You MUST have your own receipt with your own receipt codes in order to access the materials. In order to avoid encountering issues accessing your course materials, please do not purchase with your friends on the same receipt.