Guide to IRCC Online Applications: Extend your study permit, work permit or visa

Date

Friday February 27, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

On Zoom

Join us on zoom to learn more about IRCC applications including how to extend your study and work permits, visa. Registration not required, just drop in!

 

Guide to IRCC Online Applications: Extend your study permit, work permit or visa

Date

Friday February 13, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

On Zoom

Join us on zoom to learn more about IRCC applications including how to extend your study and work permits, visa. Registration not required, just drop in!

 

Guide to IRCC Online Applications: Extend your study permit, work permit or visa

Date

Friday January 30, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

On Zoom

Join us on zoom to learn more about IRCC applications including how to extend your study and work permits, visa. Registration not required, just drop in!

 

Guide to IRCC Online Applications: Extend your study permit, work permit or visa

Date

Friday January 16, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

On Zoom

Join us on zoom to learn more about IRCC applications including how to extend your study and work permits, visa. Registration not required, just drop in!

 

Working in Canada and Job Search Information Session

Date

Thursday January 8, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Register now for the information sessions! 

Itinerary: 

1. Working in Canada information 

The QUIC International Student Advisor will answer your questions on regulations related to:

  • Working on and off campus with a study permit
  • Work permits for internships
  • Post-graduation work permits
  • Spousal work permit
  • and more.

2. Pizza dinner !! Free pizza for all registrants 

3. Introduction to Job Search in Canada Information

Looking for your first job in Canada? Not sure how to build a network in a new country? Wondering what work opportunities exist for international students at Queen’s and in Kingston?

If you are wondering about these or other career-related questions, you’re not alone! Join our International Student Career Educator & Coach who will cover many work-related topics in this session.

4. World Link Social Activity 

Banking Information Session

Date

Wednesday January 7, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Bank representatives will be on site - come to the International Centre to learn about Canadian banking services. You will have the option to open a Canadian bank account. 

Welcome, UHIP and Canadian Classrooms info session

Date

Tuesday January 6, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Register now for the information session! 

 

Itinerary: 

1. Welcome from the International Centre 

2. Overview of UHIP (University Health Insurance) 
We’ll cover:

  • Primary vs. supplemental health insurance
  • Health services available on campus
  • Where to go in case of emergency or urgent care

3. Pizza arrives !! Free pizza for all attendees 

4. Canadian Classroom Information Session

How might a Queen’s classroom be different from where you have studied before? How do you work in groups? Where can you go for help? The Intercultural Academic Support Coordinator will share some tips for adjusting to the expectations in a Canadian university classroom. 

5. World Link Social Activity ! 

Learn to Love Winter Soup and Community Open House

Date

Wednesday January 7, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for our community soup lunch - open to all students! 

We will also have: 

  • Information about winter in Canada 
  • Opportunities to take free clothing from our clothing drive 
  • Booths from Health Promotion and Athletics and Recreation
  • Crafts and fun activities ! 

Come join us ! 

Downtown Walk

Date

Thursday January 8, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

We will meet at the QUIC and walk downtown together, learning about the many popular student spots in the city (including cafes, restaurants, shops, downtown landmarks, health services). Student leaders will answer your questions and point out places of interest.

 

Register here!

Downtown Walk

Date

Tuesday January 6, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

We will meet at the QUIC and walk downtown together, learning about the many popular student spots in the city (including cafes, restaurants, shops, downtown landmarks, health services). Student leaders will answer your questions and point out places of interest.

 

Register here!