Orientation for New International Students

Fall Orientation: 2026

Events Schedule: More events and details are being updated

To be in the know before you even begin the semester, make sure to participate in the virtual Pre-Arrival Webinars.

International Student Orientation events are open to NEW 91˿��Ƶ international undergraduate, graduate, and exchange students starting in August, 2026. For campus-wide orientation, please visit the Campus-Life and Engagement website!

Events and Orientations
Theme	When and Where?	Details	Registration
Hang out in the Meet & Greet Lounge!	When: Wednesday, August 19th - Thursday, August 20th from 11am - 3pm Where: , Room: 5001	Are you arriving before move-in weekend? Chill with other new international students Enjoy free refreshments & snacks Get advice and referrals from returning students Find tips for navigating 91˿��Ƶ and Montreal Meet with the Legal Information Clinic at 91˿��Ƶ Stay for as little - or as long - as you'd like	No registration required. Drop in when you want!
ISS Orientation Info Session	When: Monday, August 24th, 3:45pm - 4:45pm Where: Leacock Bldg, Room 132	Join us for a short presentation customized specifically for you as an international student, followed by time for Q&A. Learn essential info about your status in Canada, Health Insurance, Montreal, and ISS services and activities.	No registration required.
International Student Welcome Reception	When: Monday, August 31st from 5pm - 7pm Where:	91˿��Ƶ International Student Services staff cordially invites NEW International Students to its Welcome Reception after you finish your first day of class at 91˿��Ƶ! This event will provide you an opportunity to meet University officials and other new international students from over 150 countries.	Registration coming
World Cup Soccer Tournament	When: Sunday, September 6th, 2pm - 5pm Where: )	This is a mini 3 game tournament with the best two teams moving into a final match Team prize to be won! Rain or shine! (exception: thunderstorms and a notification will be sent the day-of the tournament) Everyone is welcome for this friendly soccer tournament including all levels and genders	Registration Coming

Bitesize Montreal: Your Passport to Local Adventure 🗺️

New to the city? Hungry for discovery (and maybe a bagel or two)? Bitesize Montreal is your chance to dive into the heart of this vibrant city—one neighbourhood, one flavour, one unforgettable moment at a time.

Led by friendly guides and packed with fun facts, these mini-excursions are designed to help you:

🌆 Explore iconic Montreal districts
🍁 Sample local food and culture
👋 Meet fellow international students
📸 Snap Insta-worthy memories

Whether you're wandering through cobblestone streets in Old Montreal or discovering hidden gems in the Plateau, each outing is a bite-sized adventure that brings the city to life.

Ready to explore? Check out the upcoming events below and reserve your spot!

TOUR NAME	DATE	TIME	REGISTRATION
🍽️ Cheap Eats (Find Restaurants/Food under $10!)	August 30th	5pm - 8pm	Registration Coming
🏞️ Mont-Royal and Beaver Lake Sunset Walk	September 4th	5pm - 8pm	Registration Coming
🍫 Montreal Ice Cream Tour	September 5th	1pm - 4pm	Registration Coming
⛩️Old Port and China Town	September 6th	5pm - 8m	Registration Coming
🥯 Battle of the Bagels	September 7th	1pm - 3pm	Registration Coming

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