Start of Term Resources — Winter 2025 

Another exciting term at Seneca Polytechnic is about to begin! To ensure you’re familiar with activities happening virtually and on campus and receive necessary information please monitor your Seneca email or visit this page regularly. 


Need help? Visit The Service Hub or find someone on campus in a red Seneca shirt.

Enrolment and Timetable Support

To build your schedule, log in to your Student Home, select the Manage Classes tile, then select Build Schedule.

Resources, such as tip sheets and videos for scheduling assistance, are available online.

If you need help or have questions, a series of webinars are being held to support you with building your schedule. These sessions take place in Eastern Time (EST) in the Student Life WebEx room.

Enrolment and Schedule Building

Learn how to enrol in your courses and get tips on building your timetable from the Registrar's Office.

Register to attend by selecting a session below: 

COM 101 versus COM 111

Do you have questions about the COM 101 and COM 111 communications courses? Join this session to understand the difference between the COM courses and how your placement is determined.

Register to attend by selecting a session below:

During the open enrolment period for your term, you can see which COM class you need to take by doing the following:

    1. Log in to Student Home.
    2. Select Manage Classes and then Build Schedule to open the Visual Schedule Builder. Learn how to use the Visual Schedule Builder.
    3. Select My Requirements to view the courses you need to take.

    Refer to the Enrolling in COM or MATH courses tip sheet for more detailed information on how to add these to your schedule.

    For more information, visit the School of English & Liberal Studies (SELS) page.

    International Student Support

    Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinics

    To legally work in Canada, you need a nine-digit Social Insurance Number (SIN) issued by Service Canada.

    At the beginning of each term, Seneca Polytechnic invites Service Canada to come to each campus to issue a SIN on the spot.

    Bring original and valid documents listed below to your appointment:

    •    A study permit issued by IRCC or CIC which indicates the permit holder “may accept employment or “may work” in Canada.

    •    A passport.

    Visit the Government of Canada website to view a list of acceptable documents

    To guarantee an appointment time, International Students must register for a specific time slot:

    Immigration Advisement

    Connect with an immigration specialist and ask questions about the temporary resident documents that are required to study at Seneca, including, but not limited to:

    • Study permits
    • Visas
    • Work permits
    • Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility

    Visit Seneca International Activities, Events and Workshops more information

    Morcare Virtual Session

    Join this virtual session to learn more about Morcare, your health insurance provider.  It will cover details about your benefits and coverage and explain how to submit a claim.  Learn how to access mental health support as an international student. You also have access to crisis support in the language of your choice through WeConnect.

    You will also have an opportunity to get your questions answered by a Morcare representative.

    Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    Register to attend the Morcare Virtual Session on Jan. 21 (Virtually on WebEx)

    Virtual Instagram Live Sessions

    Daily Instagram Live sessions will be held from 12 to 12:15 p.m unless otherwise indicated from Jan. 6 to Jan. 31. Follow @senecapoly to attend.

    Get Involved in Student Life – Mentoring, Wellness and more Jan. 6

    Office of the Registrar — 12 p.m.

    Jan. 7

    Student Advising  — 1 p.m.

    Jan. 7
    COM 101 VS COM 111 – Enroling in your communication course Jan. 8
    Meet The Service Hub, Your One-Stop-Shop Jan. 9 
    International Student Support – Immigration and Settlement — 12 p.m. Jan. 10
    MorCare- International Student Health Insurance — 1 p.m. Jan. 10 
    Seneca Works — Global Learning and Engagement —    12 p.m. Jan. 13
    Seneca Works — HELIX — 1 p.m. Jan. 13
    Seneca Residence Jan. 14
    Seneca Libraries — 12 p.m. Jan. 15
    Sandbox — 1 p.m. Jan. 15
    Supporting a Sexual Violence Disclosure — 12 p.m. Jan. 16
    Gender Based Sexual Violence Ambassador Team           —  1 p.m. Jan. 16
    Seneca Works — Career Development — 12 p.m. Jan. 17
    Seneca Works — Experiential Learning — 1 p.m. Jan. 17
    Counselling and Accessible Learning Services Jan. 20
    Learning Centre Tutoring Services  Jan. 21
    Student Conduct  Jan. 22
    First Peoples@Seneca Jan. 23
    Part-Time Studies Jan. 24
    Seneca Student Federation  Jan. 27
    Reconciliation & Inclusion Team — 12 p.m. Jan. 28
    Student Support Groups — 1 p.m. Jan. 28
    Financial Aid  Jan. 29
    Academic Pathways Jan. 30
    Seneca's Office of Sustainability Jan. 31

     

    Get Involved

    Athletics and Recreation 

    Seneca offers various sports and recreation programs and events, including varsity athletics, facilitated at on-campus gyms that you can take part in. Learn more about Athletics & Recreation.

    Seneca Student Federation

    The Seneca Student Federation (SSF) is the official student union of Seneca and is governed by elected student representatives from each of the four main campuses (Newnham, King, SIA and Seneca@York). They provide services and activities that benefit and meet the needs of Seneca students in a fiscally responsible manner within the learning environment. Learn more about the Seneca Student Federation