Late Arrival Orientation: Introduction to Job Search in Canada

Date

Tuesday September 16, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Mitchell Hall: Room 235 and the QUIC

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.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

Welcome Week: Parents Q&A Drop-in Session

Date

Friday August 29, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Welcome Week Day 5 Session: UHIP (University Health Insurance Plan)

Date

Friday August 29, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Join the International Student Advisor for a session all about Health Insurance in Canada. 

We’ll cover:

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

Please register for the session here.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

 

Welcome Week Day 5 Session: Canadian Classrooms

Date

Friday August 29, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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. 

The session is a repeat of the one presented on Aug. 27 for those who missed it.

Please register for the session here.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

 

Welcome Week: Banking Services at QUIC

Date

Thursday August 28, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

the QUIC

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 Week Day 4: Campus Security Info Session

Date

Thursday August 28, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

What does Campus Security do to help keep you safe while on Campus? What can you do to stay safe on Campus and in Kingston? Come and learn more about Campus Security and get a few tips for living safely in Kingston.

Please register for the session here.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out what university and faculty orientation programs are available to you.

Welcome Week Day 4: Introduction to Job Search in Canada

Date

Thursday August 28, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location

The QUIC (in Mitchell Hall)

This is a repeat session for those who were not able to attend on Aug. 27.

Please register for the session here.

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.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

Welcome Week Day 3: Transitioning to Queen's Classrooms

Date

Wednesday August 27, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location

https://map.queensu.ca/?id=1955#!m/603794

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. 

Register Here!

 

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

 

Welcome Week Day 2: Introduction to Job Search in Canada

Date

Tuesday August 26, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location

Mitchell Hall: Room 235 and the QUIC

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.

Please register for the session here.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to Welcome Week, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

Welcome Week Day 1 Kick-off Welcome and Icebreaker

Date

Monday August 25, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location

Mitchell Hall: Room 235 and the QUIC

Incoming international students, take part in the International Student Summer Orientation (ISSO) Welcome Week workshops and social events between August 25 and August 29. Free. Enjoy tea, coffee and pastries at the QUIC this morning.

Questions, concerns? Find information and resources in the Pre-Arrival sessions and Guide.

In addition to the ISSO, find out the university and faculty orientation programs that are available to you.

Please register here! Opens August 1st.