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


Fall Preview Day (Thunder Bay)


Fall Preview Day, Thunder Bay Campus - December 5th

Tuesday December 5th, 2023
10:00am - 2:00pm

You're invited to attend Lakehead University's Preview Day! Join us at our Thunder Bay Campus for an exciting day of exploration and discovery. This event is open to future students and their supporters interested in learning more about the Lakehead experience.

Meet with faculty, staff and current students to learn about academic programs, co-op, admissions, residence, student life and more! Event day information will be shared with registrants.

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

Questions? Connect with recruit@lakeheadu.ca.

VIP EVENT - Explore the North

Tuesday December 5th, 2023
2:30pm - 4:30pm

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

Arriving in Thunder Bay want to be picked up by Lakehead staff to get to your hotel? Let us know and we are happy to meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel accommodations. Register below and confirm your travel details.

On December 5th starting from Lakehead University the VIP EVENT - Explore the North tour begins! Our guided tour will enable you to explore the city, experience the largest freshwater lake in the world, and check out community sites along the way. The guided tour will finish at the Thunder Bay International Airport for you to begin your travels back home. Please note, registration in advance is required. Detailed event information will be shared with confirmed registrants.

If you require accommodations during your visit to Thunder Bay, we recommend you stay at Days Inn North and ask for the Lakehead University rate.

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.

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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 or explore virtually!

Book your Thunder Bay tour Book your 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