Join Amanda Gray, the International Student Advisor (ISA), to learn more about what the QUIC is planning for you for Welcome Week and to ask any questions that you have.

• Learn about the Welcome Week schedule
• Get registration instructions
• Find out where you can learn more

Register here.

The session will not be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

Join Arthur Chen, International Student Advisor, to discuss what you should know about arriving in Canada, including:

• What documents you should bring with you
• Where to find current entry requirements for Canada
• What to expect when you arrive at the border

Register for preparing for arrival in Canada.

The session will not be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend. 

Join the International Students Advisors to talk about health insurance. We'll discuss topics such as:

• What is primary insurance? What is supplemental health insurance?
• What health services are available on campus?
• Where are the nearest emergency rooms and urgent care centres?

Register here.

The session will be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend. 

Canadian Culture – Part 5. 

The final session in our Canadian Culture series will look at searching for a part-time job. We'll discuss topics such as:

• How do you find a part-time job in Canada?
• Can you just walk into a business and ask for a job?
• Do you have a resume and cover letter?
• Are you ready for an interview? 
• What are the rules regarding working on or off campus with a study permit?

Register here.

The session will be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

Canadian Culture – Part 4. 

This session will focus on costs associated with living in Kingston, Canada.

What are the true costs of living in Kingston? How can you plan for unexpected costs? What scholarships and bursaries are available? What would a realistic budget look like? The Student Awards Office is here to answer these questions and more.

Register here.

The session will be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

Canadian Culture – Part 3. 

Moving to a new country to live and study can be a very exciting journey! As you prepare to take part in the rich and diverse experiences that Canada has to offer, it is important that you are aware of the human rights, freedoms, and protections that apply to you under Canadian law. Join the QUIC, the Human Rights & Equity Office and the Yellow House to learn more about your rights and the various resources available to you. 

Please note: this session will feature human rights content, including but not limited to, information about race, racism, sexual orientation, sexual violence, xenophobia and ableism. 

Register here.

The session will not be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

Canadian Culture – Part 2. 

As you learned in Part 1, culture encompasses many things and can be challenging to navigate. Academic cultures also differ across the world. Classroom expectations, assignments, exams, group work practices, and more can change from one country to another. Are you ready to navigate the academic culture in Canada?

Register here.

The session will be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

Canadian Culture – Part 1. 

This is the first session of our Canadian Culture series. These sessions are focused on preparing you for things that may be different from what you're used to. The first session will introduce you to culture, culture shock and culture gaps, and navigating culture.

Register here. 

The session will not be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

 

Adam King, the Off-Campus Living Advisor, will be joining us to provide you with information about searching for housing in Kingston, including:

• How to conduct a housing search
• Protecting yourself from housing scams
• Leases and tenant rights
• Living with roommates

Register here.

The session will be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.

QUIC would like to welcome all international students starting at Queen's in September 2023! The International Student Advisors (ISAs) will be talking about study permits and will be available to answer questions about:

• Current document processing dimes
• The differences between a study permit and a visa
• Required documents
• Country-specific instructions, and why you need to know these

Register here.

The session will not be recorded. A Zoom account is required to register and attend.