Student Success Centre

Do you want to know how to apply for your study permit? Our immigration team will be leading a webinar to discuss how to apply for a new study permit. Join us for this online webinar and bring your questions.

• February 21, 8:00 a.m.
• March 4, 8:00 a.m.
• March 20, 8:00 a.m.
• April 11, 8:00 a.m.
• April 22, 8:00 a.m.
• May 12, 8:00 a.m.
• June 4, 8:00 a.m.

Learn how to extend your study permit if you’re currently living in Canada, with guidance from our immigration team. Join us for this online session and bring your questions.

• March 13, 11:00 a.m.
• March 25, 4:00 p.m.
• April 14, 11:00 a.m.
• May 1, 4:00 p.m.
• May 28, 4:00 p.m.
• June 10, 4:00 p.m.
• July 9, 11:00 a.m.

Searching for housing off-campus can be challenging, especially if you are new to Hamilton. Join us to learn about the types of housing available, how to search and what to search for in a student rental.

• May 9, 9:00 a.m.
• June 26, 9:00 a.m.
• July 14, 11:00 a.m.

What’s it like to live in Hamilton? Join this session to Learn about Canadian culture, getting a cell phone, local transportation, Canadian winters and more!

• May 20, 9:00 a.m.
• June 23, 11:00 a.m.
• July 15, 9:00 a.m.
• August 8, 11:00 a.m.

Learn how you can plan for your transition to life as a McMaster graduate student. In this session, we’ll talk about campus resources and services available to all graduate students, including some additional tips for international grads to help you prepare for your arrival in Canada.

More information coming soon.

Living and studying in an English language environment can be challenging. If English is not your first language, join us to learn about supports, resources, and tips to enhance your language abilities during your time at McMaster.

• July 4, 9:00 a.m.
• July 24, 11:00 a.m.

Learn from a panel of current international graduate students as they share their experiences of studying at McMaster and living in Canada. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions.

What happens if you’re injured, require medicine or need to see a doctor? Join the International and Exchange Student Experience team, in collaboration with the Student Wellness Centre, to learn about the University Insurance Health Plan (UHIP), your supplementary health plans and how the medical system works in Ontario.

• June 12, 9:00 a.m.
• July 8, 9:00 a.m.
• August 19, 11:00 a.m.

This webinar focuses on opening a bank account, getting a credit card and understanding how to effectively manage your money in Canada.

• August 5, 9:00 a.m.

Do you want to know how to apply for your study permit? Our immigration team will be leading a webinar to discuss how to apply for a new study permit. Join us for this online webinar and bring your questions.

• February 18, 8:00 a.m.
• March 6, 8:00 a.m.
• March 17, 8:00 a.m.
• April 9, 8:00 a.m.
• April 25, 8:00 a.m.
• May 15, 8:00 a.m.
• June 5, 8:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. Whether you join our exchange program for a single-semester or full-year exchange, you are required to apply for either an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) or Temporary Residence Permit (TRV) to travel to Canada. Join this webinar to learn which documents you require and how to apply for them.

• April 23, 9:00 a.m.
• May 23, 9:00 a.m.

If you’re studying in Canada for six months or more, you will also require a study permit alongside your ETA or TRV to travel to Canada. Please join one of our New Study Permit Application Webinars listed under this tab to learn more about this process.

This webinar is for incoming undergraduate exchange students. Living in residence provides a convenient option for students to access class, build friendships and adjust to university life in Canada. Learn about the type of rooms, how to apply and the benefits of living on campus.

• May 7, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. Wondering how to search for courses at McMaster? How to enrol in the courses you want to take? Or how to connect with your academic advisor? Join part one of our academics webinar series to find out how to set up your accounts so you’re ready to go upon arrival.

• June 2, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. McMaster has exchange students joining from all over the world! Join our interactive social to help connect you with other incoming exchange students. You’ll have the opportunity to meet new friends, start building community and ask questions!

• June 18, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. What happens if you’re injured, require medicine or need to see a doctor while on exchange? Join the International and Exchange Student Experience team, in collaboration with the Student Wellness Centre, to learn about the University Insurance Health Plan (UHIP) and how the medical system works in Ontario.

• July 3, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. At McMaster, we offer numerous services to help you succeed academically and personally while studying abroad. Join us to learn more about the different services available to you!

• July 16, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. Join part two of our academics webinar series to learn about the academic culture at McMaster University, how to navigate our grading system, important dates happening this year, adding and dropping courses and more. This session is designed to set you up for academic success.

• July 28, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. Find out how you can create community, get involved and explore the great Canadian outdoors while on exchange.

• August 6, 9:00 a.m.

This webinar is for incoming exchange students. Studying abroad is an exciting experience where you get to travel, try new activities, meet new friends and more. We’re here to help you make all these experiences and memories possible by creating a realistic budget to manage your money! Join our webinar on managing your money to learn saving tips, where to get student discounts in Canada and more.

• August 14, 9:00 a.m.