University of Calgary

Remote Database Authentication for Alumni

Click on the database that you want to access from the list at http://library.ucalgary.ca/resources/alumni

Input your eID and your eID password and you will receive access from off campus. 

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Authentication

  1. I graduated from the University of Calgary before 2002.  How do I get an eID?
    You need to register for an eID at https://acctman.ucalgary.ca/register/ .
  2. I need a UCID for registering for my eID.  What is a UCID?  A UCID is your University of Calgary ID number.  All alumni have them. 
  3. I cannot remember my UCID.  How do I find out what it is?  Contact  University of Calgary IT at 403-220-5555 or at itsupport@ucalgary.ca for your UCID. 
  4. I graduated from the University of Calgary during or after 2002.  I cannot remember what my eID is.  Go to this website to recover your account information:  https://acctman.ucalgary.ca/recover/Service.aspx
  5. I cannot remember my eID password.  Phone University of Calgary IT at 403-220-5555.  See this webpage for hours of service: https://acctman.ucalgary.ca/recover/