UTSC International Orientation

International student orientation

The International Student Centre is here to support you!  All these workshops are essential, as they will help you to ease your transitions as well as get yourself familiar to your academic life earlier.  

 

International Parent Orientation

Monday, August 21st, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:00 AM (EST); Online 

 

Are your parents/guardians worried about you starting University at a new school, city, or country? Do they have questions about how UTSC can support you? If yes, we highly recommend that your parents/guardians attend our Parents Orientation! 

 

This is a good opportunity for your parents/guardians to hear from some of UTSC’s staff, faculty, and fellow international students, and ask any questions you may have about University Support and International Student Life! 

 

The Parents Orientation will be conducted online on Monday, August 21st, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (EST).  

 

Click here to register for the event! The access link will be sent a few days before the event. The session recording will be posted here shortly after the event ends. 

 

Having any issues registering? Please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca 

 

International Student Orientation

New to UTSC? Welcome to the campus! The International Student Centre will be hosting orientation workshops for all new international students at UTSC. The workshop will help you to understand their legal document, health insurance, and provide you with resources you will need to succeed at UTSC. 

International Student Panel Featuring Our Transition & Immigration Advisors

Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, from 8:00 – 9:15 AM (EST); Online 

Do you have questions about travelling to Canada? Want to learn more about the resources and support UTSC offers? This is your chance to:

  • Hear directly from fellow international students
  • Learn about the services and support the International Student Centre offers
  • Interact with our Immigration & Transition Advisors

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet fellow international students who have experienced the transition to Canadian University life! 

 

The International Student Panel Featuring Our Transition & Immigration Advisors session will be conducted online on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM (EST). 

  

Click here to register for the event!  The access link will be sent a few days before the event. The session recording will be posted here shortly after the event ends. 

 

If you have any questions, please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca.

 

SIN - Service Canada

Tuesday, August 22, 2022, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Online

Interested in working while you’re in Canada? One of the first steps is to obtain a Social Insurance Number! 

 

This Information Session will be delivered by a Service Canada Representative on Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) for International Students. 

 

The presentation will cover the importance of your SIN, the application process and its requirements, and how to protect your SIN once you obtain it. A Q&A will occur after the presentation to address any lingering questions you may have. Join us to learn about this essential part in your International Student journey! 

 

The SIN Service Canada Info Session will be conducted online on Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM (EST). 

 

Click here to register for the event! The access link will be sent a few days before the event takes place. We highly encourage you to join us at least 15 minutes before the event starts. 

 

Having any issues registering? Please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca 

Academic Support & First Year Peers, and the Centre for Teaching & Learning

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:00 AM; Online 

To all incoming First Year International Students: Are you feeling stressed about achieving success in your academic journey within your time at UTSC? Curious about what resources you’ll have access to when it comes to supporting your studies? This is your sign to join us at this session and:  

  • Learn about UTSC’s Academic Support Resources 

  • Obtain more information about Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL)  

  • Learn about UTSC’s First Year Peers Program 

  

Come prepared with any questions or concerns and hear from UTSC’s staff and students.  

  

The Academic Support & First Year Peers session will be conducted online on Wednesday August 23rd, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (EST).  

  

If you have any questions, please email us at isc.utsc@utoronto.ca 

 

Click here to register for the event!  The access link will be sent a few days before the event. The session recording will be posted here shortly after the event ends. 

 

Having any issues registering? Please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca

 

Health & Wellness, Campus Safety & Health Insurance Coverage

Thursday, August 24th, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:00 AM (EST); Online 

As a new student, you might find Canada’s Health Care System to be different than the one in your home country. Do you want to learn more about the many ways UTSC offers assistance and support regarding the maintenance of your wellbeing and security? This session is your chance to: 

  • Learn about UTSC’s Health & Wellness Centre 

  • Get to know Campus Safety 

  • Understand UHIP vs. OHIP Insurance Plans and SCSU’s Extended Health Coverage Plan 

 

The Health & Wellness, Campus Safety, & Health Insurance Coverage session will be conducted online on Thursday, August 24th, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (EST).  

 

If you have any questions, please email us at isc.utsc@utoronto.ca

 

Click here to register for the event! The access link will be sent a few days before the event. The session recording will be posted here shortly after the event ends. 

 

Having any issues registering? Please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca 

Living in Toronto

Friday, August 25th, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:00 AM (EST); Online 

New to Toronto? Are you curious about what it’s like to live in the area? Join this panel discussion as current UTSC International Students share what their experiences have been like, living in Toronto! 

 

This is your opportunity to hear more about on-campus and off-campus housing, public transit and finding your way around Scarborough and Downtown Toronto, what your day-to-day might look like when you’re not in class, and overall tips, tricks, and stories about what you can do in the 6ix. 

 

The Living in Toronto session will be conducted online on Friday, August 25th, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM (EST). 

 

 

Click here to register for the event! The access link will be sent a few days before the event. The session recording will be posted here shortly after the event ends. 

 

Having any issues registering? Please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca 

ISC's Orientation & Lunch

Monday, September 4th, 2023, from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm (EST) - In Person 

The International Student Centre will be hosting orientation workshops on September 4th for all new international students from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. The workshops will help you understand legal documents, health insurance, and more. 

 

Be sure to join our in-person International Students Orientation!  This is your chance to meet new peers, staff, faculty, and familiarize yourself with UTSC's campus. Lunch will be provided!  

 

Click here to register for the event! If you have any questions, please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca.  

 


ISC's Welcome BBQ 

Friday, September 15, 2023, from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm (EST) -  H-Wing Patio 

New to Canada and UTSC? Join us an the International Student Centre's Welcome BBQ! Free food, fun activities, great company, live entertainment and many prizes to be won. This is your chance to make those vital connections which lead to lifelong friendships. 

 

Click here to register for the event. If you have any questions, please email bett.liu@utoronto.ca