Our office and phonelines will be closed December 12 and December 18, from 12pm - 2pm.
ISS is available virtually and in-person Mondays-Fridays during business hours.
Winter Orientation: 2025
Events Schedule: More events and details are being updated
To be in the know before you even begin the semester, make sure to participate in the virtual Pre-Arrival Webinars.
International Student Orientation events are open to NEW McGill international undergraduate, graduate, and exchange students starting in January 2025. For campus-wide orientation, please visit the Campus-Life and Engagement website!
Questions? Email us at events.iss [at] mcgill.ca
Bitesize: Sink your teeth into your new city! 
Right after the Orientation week, we will lead a small group of Bitesize MTL excursions, which will give you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the flavor of an iconic Montreal neighbourhood, topped off by enjoying some quintessential local snacks in great company.
Please check the registrations closer to the date of the tours, as new spots may open up at the last moment.Â
| TOUR NAME | DATE | TIME | REGISTRATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Port and China Town | January 4th | 5pm-7pm | |
| Mont-Royal and Beaver Lake | January 5th | 1pm - 4pm |
Winter Orientation
Monday, January 6th, 4:30pm - 7:30pm 
New Residence Hall, 3625 Ave de Parc
Winter 2025 Orientation is your opportunity to get to know McGill University, meet new friends, and kick off your first year at McGill University! Join us for a services fair to get all the info youĂŰĚŇ´«Ă˝appl need to thrive in your first term, a welcome address, guest speakers, and lots of opportunities to connect with your peers. We can’t wait to welcome you! And lots of pizza of course!
Introduction to Culture Shock
Friday, January 10th, 1pm - 2pm  
Brown Building (3600 Rue McTavish), Room 5001
Thousands of students move to Montreal every year and many have experienced culture shock, and even reverse culture shock when needing to re-adapt to life back at home. This workshop will allow you to share your experiences with culture shock and learn new tips and tricks to deal with it. We will hold space for conversations surrounding new environments, cultures, and the best ways to cope. This event is a safe space to connect with others in the community.
Hockey Night in Canada! 
Friday, January 10th, 6pmÂ
Brown Building (3600 Rue McTavish), Room 5001 followed by a Montreal Canadian's game next door at Gert's Bar
Join us and McGill Athletes as they explain the game of hockey! Learn a bit about the history, its cultural relevance here in Canada and some strategy. We'll enjoy some pizza and then head over to Gert's Pub next door to watch the Montreal Canadiens play a game.
Get your Social Insurance Number!
Where: Brown Building, 3600 Rue McTavish, 5th Floor
When: January 16th, 11am - 4pm
If you plan to work in Canada, you will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN).
Service Canada will be on-site in order to issue Social Insurance Numbers to International Students.