Future Student Events

To help guide you as you research your options for studying at university, join our live events to meet Lakehead representatives, professors and current students. This is your opportunity to learn and ask your questions about admissions, programs, student life, and more. Select your student type from the options below to display events that are best suited to you.

A parent and prospective student touring Lakehead University


Ontario Universities' Fair


Ontario Universities Fair Toronto 26-27 Join Us

Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026

9:30 am to 5:00 pm at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)

Join us at the Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF) - one of the largest education fairs in North America – and speak one-on-one with university students, professors and representatives to get answers about our programs, admission requirements, student life, and much more.

Explore what Lakehead has to offer, and stop by our booth to learn more. Don’t forget to pick up your limited edition OUF item!

Fall Open House (Orillia)


open house 2026Saturday, November 7th, 2026

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Curious about what Lakehead University has to offer? Join us at our Fall Open House in Orillia to find out what it’s like to live and learn as a Lakehead student.  

Meet with faculty, staff and current students to learn about our academic programs, co-op, admissions, residence, student life and more!

Students interested in the Barrie STEM Hub can connect directly with faculty at the Open House to learn more about our new, high-tech learning space in the heart of Barrie’s waterfront district focused on engineering and computer science programs.

Registration coming soon! Event day information will be shared with registrants. 

Can’t wait? Visit our program pages and explore our campuses.

Questions? Connect with recruit@lakeheadu.ca.

Explore the North - VIP Experience (Thunder Bay)


VIP 2026

Friday, November 20th, 2026

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Traveling to Thunder Bay? Join us for a VIP experience and explore the north on a guided tour!

Join us on our Thunder Bay campus from 10 am to 2 pm where you’ll have the chance to meet and greet with Faculty and get to know the support and resources available to you with a Lakehead education. 

Starting at 2:00 pm, our Explore the North tour begins! Our 2 hour guided bus tour will enable you to explore the city, experience the largest freshwater lake in the world, and check out community sites along the way. 

Registration coming soon! Please note, registration in advance is required. Detailed event information and resources to support your stay will be shared with confirmed registrants.

Staying longer? Check out the various sites and scenes of Thunder Bay. For City of Thunder Bay maps and information on things to see and do in the city, visit Thunder Bay Tourism. 

Can’t wait? Visit our program pages and explore our campuses.

Questions? Connect with recruit@lakeheadu.ca.

Campus Tours


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Unable to attend an upcoming event, but still looking to tour one of our beautiful campuses in Thunder Bay or Orillia? Book an in-person tour at Lakehead Thunder Bay and Orillia, or explore virtually!

Thunder Bay tour Orillia tour Explore Virtually

Meet with a Recruitment Advisor


Are you a current domestic high school student? A Canadian resident not currently attending an Ontario University? Looking to switch from an Ontario College or University? Do you have questions about your application or program or how to apply to residence or for scholarships and bursaries? Not sure what your next steps are?

We’re here to help! Book a one-on-one private meeting with a Recruitment Advisor today.
Click below to see the schedule of available appointments.

Students discussing in the campus coffee shop

If you are an International Applicant, please book an appointment with one of our International Recruitment Advisors.

If you are a graduate student, please contact our Graduate Studies department