Reflecting on winter and welcoming what’s next ☕ 

As the winter term comes to a close, this final Positivi-tea session offers a moment to look back on your journey and acknowledge your growth.

Through guided reflection and gentle intention-setting, we’ll celebrate resilience, honour progress, and create space for what’s ahead. Join us to close the term with gratitude, calm, and hope for the seasons to come.

See you there!  

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: February 19th | 4:15 PM – 5:30 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.

February can feel like a long stretch - busy academically, quiet socially, and heavy with winter routines!

Join us for a relaxed conversation, guided reflection, and a moment to breathe in a supportive, welcoming environment. Whether you’re feeling energized, overwhelmed, or somewhere in between, this session invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. Through gentle reflection and shared conversation, we’ll focus on awareness, self-kindness, and simply noticing what we need right now.

Come as you are, sip some tea, and take a moment just for you ☕

Join us for board games, mafia mystery game, and endless fun! Bring your friends or meet new ones at Group Game Night. 

Date: February 5, 2026 
Time: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: International Student Lounge

No registration needed!

Have you recently been accepted into a co-op work term for Spring 2026? If so, you will require a co-op work permit to complete this work in Canada. This is separate from your study permit. If you don't already have one, we recommend applying online right away. Work permit processing is very delayed in Canada so please apply early. You can join this workshop to go over the online application with your International Student Advisor.

Join Sara to take some time for YOU and connect with nature!  On this Winter Walk you will learn how the nature surrounding our campus can bring you peace, joy, and mindfulness during this busy time of year. Dress for the weather to explore our campus trails!

The start of a new term can feel exciting, overwhelming, or a mix of both - especially in winter. As part of THRIVE WEEK, this session offers a gentle space to pause, reflect, and ground yourself as you settle into the term. Whether you’re new to campus or returning, join us for calm conversation, guided reflection, and a reminder that it’s okay not to have everything figured out yet.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect and grow together! 

Join Lakehead University International (LUI) and the Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) as we celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Fire Horse!

Doors open at 4:45pm
Event Time: 5:00pm to 8:00pm

**Tickets will NOT be available at the Door**

Join this session to learn about the benefits of volunteering and getting involved with your local community. We will discuss volunteer opportunities and agencies and take questions from the audience!

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!