Summer 2026 International Student Orientation Events
Our hybrid orientation program will include virtual information sessions as well as exciting in-person social events to help you meet new friends and feel at home at Western.
Please plan to visit our Welcome Centre during your first week to connect with fellow new students and get support with your transition to Western.
Meet with an International Student Advisor
As a new student, you are encouraged to connect with an advisor during your first month at Western to get personalized advice and learn more about how they can support you throughout your time here.
Summer International Orientation Schedule
April 1
Pre-Arrival Webinar: New Students to Canada
Connect
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Virtual
April 2
Pre-Arrival Webinar: New International Students Within Canada
Connect
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Virtual
April 10
Visiting Research Only Student Social
Connect
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
April 30, May 1, 4 - 6
Welcome Centre
Connect
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Chu Centre
May 1
Explore Campus With Us!
Socialize
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Chu Centre
May 2 - 3
Explore London: The Forest City
Socialize
Explore on your own
May 6
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Chu Centre
May 7
Special Edition Global Café
Socialize
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
IGAB Atrium
May 8
New Student Celebration Dinner
Socialize
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Great Hall (SH)
May 9 - 10
100 Kellogg Lane
Socialize
Explore on your own
May 11
Webinar: Canadian Culture 101
Learn
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Virtual
May 14
Webinar: Navigating the Canadian Health Care System
