To navigate a new academic environment while adapting to the many changes that come with moving to a new country is just one of those things we learn to contend with as international students. However, after a few months of settling into life in Toronto, many of us quickly realize that handling assignments, research expectations, and communication styles takes more than just effort. It takes support.
Information for new people in Canada
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When: 10/28/2025 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
October 28 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Newnham (D2014) 🎃 Pumpkin Carving 🎃 Seneca has created Student Support Groups which provide a warm and welcoming environment where equity deserving students who share similar identities and experiences can connect....
When: 10/29/2025 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
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When: 11/6/2025 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Understanding Canadian immigration and pathways to Permanent Residency (PR) November 16 | 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.| Join this session to learn about: Overview of pathways to PR How Express Entry works Understanding of NOC Programs through Express Entry- Fed...
When: 11/11/2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
November 11 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Newnham (D2014) Seneca has created Student Support Groups which provide a warm and welcoming environment where equity deserving students who share similar identities and experiences can connect. These support groups...
When: 11/12/2025 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Wed. November 12, 2025 | 1 p.m. | Housing in Toronto Looking for a comfortable accommodation is an essential part of your journey abroad, and Seneca is here to assist you in making the transition to living and studying in Canada as smooth as possible. Whe...
When: 11/13/2025 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
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Immigration Support and Advisement
To connect with an immigration specialist or PR strategist in-person or virtually, you can book an appointment. You can also book or view the status of your appointment by logging in to The Service Hub, selecting My Services tab and My Appointments.
Appointments are encouraged but drop-ins are also available on campus. Please expect a wait time for drop-ins. In-person support is available between 9:15 a.m to 4:30 p.m. EDT on the following days:
Students can join this virtual group session to ask general questions to immigration specialists. No individual consultations will take place during the drop-in. For individual consultations, you must book an appointment.
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*Virtual drop-in sessions will not be available during statutory holidays or during Seneca closures.
*Fall 2025 term sessions begins November 4, 2025 and ends December 23, 2025.
Support with Housing, Health Insurance and Settlement
At Seneca, we are here to support you make the transition to study and live in Canada. If you need assistance with housing, health insurance or settlement support, you can book an appointment with our team. You can also book or view the status of your appointment by logging in to The Service Hub, selecting My Services tab and My Appointments.
Drop-in support is also available at the Service Hub at Newnham Campus Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EDT.
Morcare Benefits Plan Office
Have questions about your plan or a recent claim? A Morcare representative is available Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Newnham Campus in The Service Hub in Building D for personalized drop-in support.
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