The Magic of Christmas

Event Date: 
Thursday, November 16, 2023 - 3:00pm to 6:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Lounge
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Assitant
Event Contact E-mail: 
Join us and experience The Magic of Christmas!  ❄
The International center will be brimming with holiday cheer, music, hot chocolate and apple cider and we want YOU to help us in decorating our beautiful Christmas tree!
 
Jingle all the way to the international center on Nov 16th, 3pm-6pm to participate in some holiday traditions including a gingerbread house challenge, holly jolly ornament station, send holiday wishes around the world and get an instant photo taken with our Christmas tree!  
 
Let's gather together for a Very Merry Holiday Party 🎅🎄

Planning Your Journey to Lakehead

Event Date: 
Thursday, October 26, 2023 - 9:00am to 10:30am EDT
Event Location: 
Online - Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Preparing to travel abroad and start your student life in Canada can feel overwhelming!  Our team of International Advisors are here to help you every step of the way.  Join us for our first transitional webinar as we discuss things to consider as you begin your planning and preparation, meet your advisors and kick start your preparations so you are feeling organized and confident as you navigate through your journey to Lakehead.

Fraud prevention, SIN protection, and detecting fake jobs

Event Date: 
Thursday, November 9, 2023 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Online - Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Immigration Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Presented by the CRA. Fraud prevention/SIN protection/fake jobs (e.g. when an employer should be asking for your SIN during the hiring process, new employers shouldn't ask you for money, etc.)

Diwali Celebration

Event Date: 
Friday, November 10, 2023 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST
Event Location: 
LUSU Outpost
Event Contact Name: 
Immigration Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 
It’s that time of the year! Celebrate the beauty of Diwali with us at the Outpost this Friday! With delicious Indian delicacies to soothe your homesickness and a pooja to bring in the festival’s spirit, ISS, LUSU, MCC, LUISA, has a lot planned for our fellow students.

It's a Free Event!

Rangoli Competition - Diwali Celebration

Event Date: 
Friday, November 10, 2023 - 6:30pm EST
Event Location: 
LUSU Outpost
Event Contact Name: 
Immigration Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 
Calling all Rangoli Artists! Come show off your talent!!

In collaboration with LUSU, MCC and LUISA, ISS will be hosting an upcoming Diwali Celebration next Friday November 10th at the Outpost. We hope to see you all there! During the event we are hosting a Rangoli Competition. All supplies will be provided and the attendees of the event will be voting on the best design for a prize! 
 
Students who are interested can sign up in their groups in advance. You can have 2-5 people in your group. Space is limited so sign up early! The 6 teams will compete against each other and event attendees will vote on the best design! 

CRA Webinar: Starting Your Own Business and Business Taxes in Canada

Event Date: 
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Online - Microsoft Teams
Event Contact Name: 
Immigration Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join this session today to understand more about opening your own business in Canada, being self employed and various business taxes.

Pathways to Permanent Residency

Event Date: 
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 4:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
ZOOM
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Many students want to stay in Canada after graduation and apply for Permanent Residency. There are a few options for students who graduate from Lakehead. Join this session for an overview of both the federal and provincial programs for PR.

INTERNATIONAL DROP-IN SESSIONS

Event Date: 
Wednesday, September 20, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EDT
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre
Event Contact Name: 
Immigration Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Lakehead International Student Services is rolling out our Spring and Summer Immigration Drop-in Session on Wednesdays from 2-3:30 pm! These weekly sessions are designed for students to drop in and ask immigration-related questions. It will be offered online and in person at the International Student Centre (Thunder Bay campus) on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weekly Drop-In Immigration Sessions -

Wednesdays, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM EDT

Lakehead International, Ground Floor of Patterson Library

or

Click on the link below to join Virtually:
https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/j/97437464873

Positivi-Tea - Session 1

Event Date: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
International Student Lounge
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Assistant
Event Contact E-mail: 
Lakehead International invites you to be a part of a space that focuses on positivity and building a supportive system around you, for you. 
Positivi-tea is a time to sit back and make friends, share your stories and learn from each other while enjoying a cup of tea and snacks.
This year’s positivi-tea will take place over three months.

Post-Graduate Work Permit Workshop

Event Date: 
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - 3:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
ZOOM
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Advisor
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you graduating this Fall, and plan to apply for a post-graduate work permit? Join this session lead by our Int'l Student Advisors (RCiCs) to learn about the next steps, what is required and how to apply for your PGWP.

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