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
Winter 2025 Orientation Series
1. Finding Housing in Calgary
Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 | 9:00–10:30 am MDT
2. How to Prepare for Your Arrival
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 | 7:00–9:00 am MDT
3. International Student Mentorship Program: Mentor & Mentee Information Session
Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 | 9:00–10:00 am MDT
4. General Q&A for Incoming International Students
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 | 8:30–9:30 am MDT
5. Health Insurance System in Alberta
Date TBD
6. Healthcare Options for International Students in Calgary
Date TBD
7. Working in Canada as an International Student
Includes: Study Permit, Co-Op Work Permit, Resume and Job Application Process
Thursday, Jan 9, 2025 | 2:00–3:00 pm MDT
Register 2025 Winter Orientation Series Click for more information.
Video recordings, presentation slides, and transcripts will be posted on our 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 Welcome Centre (MSC 275) returns on January 2 to 10!
New-to-Calgary students can visit the Welcome Centre for resources on campus and city life. The Welcome Centre also hosts drop-in social events that are open to all students! Visit the Welcome Centre website for more information on upcoming events..
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
Unable to attend orientation?
Video recordings, presentation slides, and transcripts will be posted on our Pre-arrival D2L course 48 hours after the events. We strongly recommend you review them before you begin your courses.