International Open House

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Join us for the International Open House all week in the International Student Centre! See what we’ve got in store:

 

Wednesday, January 7th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    • Service Canada SIN (Social Insurance Number) Clinic. You need a SIN to work in Canada, so get yours today. Be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • Student Health & Wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • Financial Literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. Ask Brian any questions you may have about money!

    • Sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

Thursday, January 8th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic - Tenant Rights Presentation. Know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. Don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch 🍕

 

Friday, January 9th

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Drop-In Advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors.

  • 2:00 PM - New International Student Welcome Day! If you are a new student starting this Winter term, check your Lakehead email to register and join us in the Outpost!

International Open House

Event Date: 
Monday, January 5, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Join us for the International Open House all week in the International Student Centre! See what we’ve got in store:

 

Monday, January 5th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: NorWest Community Health Centres is joining us for activities and information

  • Enjoy hot drinks all day!

 

Tuesday, January 6th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Chilli Chill Out with Student Success Centre! Join us in the Agora for activities and campus information

 

Wednesday, January 7th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    • Service Canada SIN (Social Insurance Number) Clinic. You need a SIN to work in Canada, so get yours today. Be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • Student Health & Wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • Financial Literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. Ask Brian any questions you may have about money!

    • Sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

Thursday, January 8th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic - Tenant Rights Presentation. Know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. Don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch 🍕

 

Friday, January 9th

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Drop-In Advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors.

  • 2:00 PM - New International Student Welcome Day! If you are a new student starting this Winter term, check your Lakehead email to register and join us in the Outpost!

International Open House

Event Date: 
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Join us for the International Open House all week in the International Student Centre! See what we’ve got in store:

 

Tuesday, January 6th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Chilli Chill Out with Student Success Centre! Join us in the Agora for activities and campus information

 

Wednesday, January 7th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    • Service Canada SIN (Social Insurance Number) Clinic. You need a SIN to work in Canada, so get yours today. Be sure to bring your passport and study permit.

    • Student Health & Wellness will join us to talk about their services and where you can access support.

    • Financial Literacy is joining us to chat about budgeting your finances as a student, savvy ways to save, and undergraduate student awards & bursaries. Ask Brian any questions you may have about money!

    • Sustainability will be here to talk about how we’re building a more sustainable campus and how you can get involved!

 

Thursday, January 8th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic - Tenant Rights Presentation. Know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. Don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch 🍕

 

Friday, January 9th

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Drop-In Advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors.

  • 2:00 PM - New International Student Welcome Day! If you are a new student starting this Winter term, check your Lakehead email to register and join us in the Outpost!

International Open House

Event Date: 
Thursday, January 8, 2026 - 8:30am to 4:30pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Join us for the International Open House all week in the International Student Centre! See what we’ve got in store:

 

Thursday, January 8th

  • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Drop-In Advising All Day - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors

  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic - Tenant Rights Presentation. Know your tenant rights and ways you can protect yourself while renting off-campus. Don’t miss out on this great session and pizza lunch 🍕

 

Friday, January 9th

  • 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Drop-In Advising in the morning only - that means no appointment needed to connect with our International Advisors.

  • 2:00 PM - New International Student Welcome Day! If you are a new student starting this Winter term, check your Lakehead email to register and join us in the Outpost!

Transition Webinar - Open Q & A with Advisors

Event Date: 
Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 9:00am EST
Event Location: 
Online

We will have covered a lot of new student topics over the last few weeks, and this session provides students with an opportunity to join us and ask any outstanding questions or concerns they may have before arriving on campus.

New International Late Arrival

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

These sessions are for international students who missed the Winter Welcome Day on January 9th. Please join us in the ISS Student Lounge (Ground Floor of the Library) to attend the Late Arrival Orientation. This session will cover all the information missed during your welcome day and go over any questions or concerns with your Student Advisors! 

New International Late Arrival

Event Date: 
Monday, January 12, 2026 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

These sessions are for international students who missed the Winter Welcome Day on January 9th. Please join us in the ISS Student Lounge (Ground Floor of the Library) to attend the Late Arrival Orientation. This session will cover all the information missed during your welcome day and go over any questions or concerns with your Student Advisors! 

Mini-Olympics

Event Date: 
Monday, February 23, 2026 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Move Around. Try New Games. Have Fun.

Need an active study break? Join the Indoor Mini-Olympics and take part in short, fun challenges designed for students.

Try activities like cup stacking, M&M sorting, paper airplane throwing, and ping-pong blow races. Drop in anytime and join as many games as you like.

📅 When: Monday 23rd | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: International Student Services Lounge
🎉 Who’s it for? All students looking for a fun and energetic break.

No teams. No pressure. Just friendly competition and fun.

 

Among Us

Event Date: 
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Work Together. Find the Impostor. Have Fun.

Join us for a lively Among Us game session and put your teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test.

Whether you are new to the game or already a fan, this session is designed to be fun, social, and easy to join. Expect laughs, friendly competition, and lots of suspense.

📅 When: Thursday 19th | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: International Student Services Lounge
🎉 Who’s it for? Students who enjoy games and social activities.

No experience needed. Just jump in and play.

 

Valentine’s Day Movie Night

Event Date: 
Friday, February 13, 2026 - 1:30pm to 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
International Student Centre

Relax. Watch a Movie. Enjoy the Moment.

Spend Valentine’s Day with a cozy movie afternoon on campus. The movie will be chosen by student vote, so everyone gets a say.

Bring friends or come on your own, grab a seat, and enjoy a feel-good movie in a comfortable and welcoming space.

📅 When: Friday 13th | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: International Student Services Lounge
🎉 Who’s it for? All students looking for a relaxed and social event.

No plans needed. Just sit back and enjoy the show.

 

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