co-op work permit workshop

event date: 
tuesday, january 20, 2026 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm est
event location: 
zoom
event contact name: 
international student advisors
event contact e-mail: 

have you recently been accepted into a co-op work term for spring 2026? if so, you will require a co-op work permit to complete this work in canada. this is separate from your study permit. if you don't already have one, we recommend applying online right away. work permit processing is very delayed in canada so please apply early. you can join this workshop to go over the online application with your international student advisor.

thrive week: winter walk

event date: 
friday, january 30, 2026 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm est
event location: 
meet outside the library front doors
event contact name: 
international student services
event contact e-mail: 

join sara to take some time for you and connect with nature!  on this winter walk you will learn how the nature surrounding our campus can bring you peace, joy, and mindfulness during this busy time of year. dress for the weather to explore our campus trails!

thrive week: positivi-tea - finding our footing

event date: 
tuesday, january 27, 2026 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm est
event location: 
international student lounge (ground floor, chancellor paterson library)
event contact name: 
international student services
event contact e-mail: 

the start of a new term can feel exciting, overwhelming, or a mix of both - especially in winter. as part of thrive week, this session offers a gentle space to pause, reflect, and ground yourself as you settle into the term. whether you’re new to campus or returning, join us for calm conversation, guided reflection, and a reminder that it’s okay not to have everything figured out yet.


don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect and grow together! 

2026 lunar new year celebration

event date: 
thursday, february 5, 2026 - 4:45pm to 8:00pm est
event location: 
the outpost campus pub, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜
event contact name: 
international student services
event contact e-mail: 

join 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 international (lui) and the vietnamese student association (vsa) as we celebrate the 2026 lunar new year, the year of the fire horse!

doors open at 4:45pm
event time: 5:00pm to 8:00pm

**tickets will not be available at the door**

 

volunteering in the community

event date: 
thursday, february 26, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm est
event location: 
zoom
event contact name: 
tbma & sukhjeet

join this session to learn about the benefits of volunteering and getting involved with your local community. we will discuss volunteer opportunities and agencies and take questions from the audience!

international open house

event date: 
wednesday, january 7, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm est
event location: 
international student centre

join us for the international open house all week in the international student centre! see what we’ve got in store:

 

wednesday, january 7th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    • service canada sin (social insurance number) clinic. you need a sin to work in canada, so get yours today. be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • student health & wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • financial literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. ask brian any questions you may have about money!

    • sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

thursday, january 8th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: kinna-aweya legal clinic - tenant rights presentation. know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch ?

 

friday, january 9th

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm: drop-in advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors.

  • 2:00 pm - new international student welcome day! if you are a new student starting this winter term, check your lakehead email to register and join us in the outpost!

international open house

event date: 
monday, january 5, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm est
event location: 
international student centre

join us for the international open house all week in the international student centre! see what we’ve got in store:

 

monday, january 5th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: norwest community health centres is joining us for activities and information

  • enjoy hot drinks all day!

 

tuesday, january 6th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm: chilli chill out with student success centre! join us in the agora for activities and campus information

 

wednesday, january 7th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    • service canada sin (social insurance number) clinic. you need a sin to work in canada, so get yours today. be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • student health & wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • financial literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. ask brian any questions you may have about money!

    • sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

thursday, january 8th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: kinna-aweya legal clinic - tenant rights presentation. know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch ?

 

friday, january 9th

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm: drop-in advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors.

  • 2:00 pm - new international student welcome day! if you are a new student starting this winter term, check your lakehead email to register and join us in the outpost!

international open house

event date: 
tuesday, january 6, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm est
event location: 
international student centre

join us for the international open house all week in the international student centre! see what we’ve got in store:

 

tuesday, january 6th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm: chilli chill out with student success centre! join us in the agora for activities and campus information

 

wednesday, january 7th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    • service canada sin (social insurance number) clinic. you need a sin to work in canada, so get yours today. be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • student health & wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • financial literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. ask brian any questions you may have about money!

    • sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

thursday, january 8th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: kinna-aweya legal clinic - tenant rights presentation. know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch ?

 

friday, january 9th

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm: drop-in advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors.

  • 2:00 pm - new international student welcome day! if you are a new student starting this winter term, check your lakehead email to register and join us in the outpost!

international open house

event date: 
thursday, january 8, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm est
event location: 
international student centre

join us for the international open house all week in the international student centre! see what we’ve got in store:

 

thursday, january 8th

  • 8:30 am - 4:30 pm: drop-in advising all day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: kinna-aweya legal clinic - tenant rights presentation. know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch ?

 

friday, january 9th

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm: drop-in advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our international advisors.

  • 2:00 pm - new international student welcome day! if you are a new student starting this winter term, check your lakehead email to register and join us in the outpost!

transition webinar - open q & a with advisors

event date: 
thursday, december 18, 2025 - 9:00am est
event location: 
online

we will have covered a lot of new student topics over the last few weeks, and this session provides 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 with an opportunity to join us and ask any outstanding questions or concerns they may have before arriving on campus.

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