North2North is an exchange program that connects students to several institutions in Nordic regions such as Norway, Sweden, Finland, Greenland, Iceland and more (see the full list here). The Canadian North2North coordinator, Laurie Trottier, will be hosting a virtual information session for Lakehead students to learn more about the North2North program. You will be able to learn more about how to research the various destinations, financial aid, and the application process. 

 In-Person Registration

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

NSE (National Student Exchange) offers student exchanges all throughout the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands. This webinar “O Canada” features some of the exciting Canadian institutions which students are welcome to study abroad. You will have the opportunity to learn about their various study abroad locations, how to plan an NSE exchange, and many other important details.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

If you’re looking for advice on how to support outgoing Global ME exchange students, then look no further! We are hosting a Lunch & Learn info session for faculty who wish to learn more about the study abroad experience for students, and how they can best support students in their academic planning. During this session we will walk you through the different steps of students planning an exchange and learn about how you can provide them with academic advising for their studies abroad (including the Letter of Permission process!). 

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

If you’re considering an exchange during your undergraduate degree but you want more information, this is the place for you! This Global ME Info Session will detail many different parts of the exchange process, including: eligibility requirements, destinations, different exchange options (dual degree, semester exchange, or summer mobility), financial aid, preparing for an exchange, the Global ME application process, and much more!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

Walk the red carpet and share your culture on our Global Runway! Whether you wear traditional attire or something that represents your home country, we want you to showcase your culture. We invite all students, staff, and faculty to dress in their traditional attire on November 21 and come strut their cultural couture down our red-carpeted runway. Join us to cheer on our culture and diversity. Coffee and cake will be served after the show.

Interested in walking the red carpet? Here’s what to do:

1. Decide what you would like to wear for the Global Runway. It can be traditional attire or something that represents your culture or country.
2. Sign up for the event! Don’t want to walk the carpet by yourself? Then, gather your friends and sign up as a group.
3. Once you sign up, we’ll email your Lakehead email for more details about the event.

Sign-up by November 19th is required to walk the runway!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

MICEFA (The Mission Interuniversitaire de Coordination des Échanges Franco-Américains) is an association that promotes exchanges between students in North America and Paris, France. Come join their info session geared at Lakehead students who are interested in planning an exchange to one of their 18 member universities in Paris and the Ile de France region. If you’re interested in studying abroad in France but don’t know where to start, this is the perfect info session for you!

In-Person Registration

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/iew

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 (RCIC).

Lakehead International is excited to meet you at our International Student Welcome Day!

Start your Lakehead journey off right! Connect with other international students and the ISS (International Student Services) Team, discover what campus has available for you, and embrace the Canadian way with fun activities! This is a mandatory event, all new students should plan to attend Welcome Day.

Join us on the virtual pitch! Face off round after round until only one champion remains. ⚡

? Date: Wednesday, November 12
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
? Location: International Student Lounge

Come for the competition, stay for the fun, whether you're playing with friends or making new ones!