UCalgary Orientation

International Student Orientation

The UCalgary International Student Services team looks forward to welcoming new international students each fall and winter term.

Welcome to UCalgary

International Student Services will be hosting International student orientation sessions for international students throughout December and the start of Winter.

Meet UCalgary advisors and staff and get to know the student support available to you. We'll discuss Canadian immigration, travel restrictions, work regulations for employment, Canadian classroom culture, living in Calgary, wellness supports, and social activities for students.

International Student Orientation Series

Fall 2024 Orientation Series:

  • F24 All About Study Plans!: Thursday, April 18, 2024 (10-11a.m. MDT) 
  • F24 Financial Jumpstart!: Friday, April 19, 2024 (7-8 a.m. MDT) 
  • Q&A Session: Friday, June 10, 2024 (10 am MT) 
  • How to Prepare for Your Arrival:
    • Thursday, June 27, 2024 (7-9 a.m. MDT) 
    • Friday, July 19, 2024 (7-9 a.m. MDT)
  • Minor Students Travelling and Studying in Canada: Wednesday, July 3, 2024 (10am MT)  
  • International Student Mentorship Program Information Session 
    • (Mentees) Thursday, July 11, 2024 (9-10 a.m. MDT)
    • (Mentors)Monday, July 15, 2024 (10-11a.m. MDT) 
  • Finding Housing in Calgary: 
    • Tuesday, June 7, 2024 (9am MDT) 
    • Thursday, July 18, 2024 (9 am MDT)
  • You and the Law : 
    • Tuesday, July 16, 2024 (11am MDT)
    • Wednesday, August 14, 2024 (11am MDT) 
  • Student Panel: Monday, July 22, 2024 (10am MT)
  • Transitioning to the Canadian Classroom - Academic Expectations and Common Experiences: Tuesday, August 13
  • Finances and Planning for the year ahead: 
    • Wednesday, July 24, 2024 (9 am MDT) 
    • Friday, August 12, 2024 (9 am MDT) 
  • AHS Health Insurance System in Alberta:
    • Wednesday, July 17, 2024 (11 am MDT) 
    • Monday, August 12, 2024 (10 am MDT) 
  • Social Insurance Number Clinic in-person: TBD

  • Working in Canada as an International Student - Study Permit, Co-Op work Permit, Resume and Job Application Process: Thursday, September 12, 2024 In-person Session

  • Your Health Care Choice: September

Register 2024 Fall Orientation Series Click here for more information.

Video recordings, presentation slides, and transcripts will be posted on our Pre-arrival D2L course one week after the events. We strongly recommend you review them before you begin your courses.

Welcome Centre

The Welcome Centre is a short-run transition program for incoming students new to living in Calgary. We open every year in August and close before the fall term begins.

The Fall 2024 Welcome Centre (MSC 275): TBD 

UCalgary Student Orientation
Welcome Centre
UCalgary Student Orientation

Attend a Welcome Centre social event

Connecting with fellow new international students is an important part of starting your studies. You’ll have an opportunity to meet others, socialize, and start building community. You’ll also get a chance to learn more about different social events through other UCalgary offices.

Welcome Centre Social Featured events

Audience: exchange students, visiting students, and students starting a bachelor's, master's degree, or PhD

 

International student support and workshops