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Join our upcoming Workshops and Sessions
When: 1/2/2025 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Thursday, January 2 | 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. | King, Newnham and Seneca@York Campuses. Engage with fellow students, participate in a campus tour and learn about the services and supports available to you. Campus Welcome Day is a great opportunity to get in-...
When: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Join Morcare virtually to discuss your health insurance coverage, how to access your benefits and mental health support as an international student. A Morcare representative will be available to answer your questions. Register the Morcare Virtual Session ...
When: 1/22/2025 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Wednesday, January 22 | 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. | Virtual on Webex This is your ultimate guide to starting your life in Toronto. This session is designed to help international students get to know the city. It covers a range of topics related to living in...
When: 1/23/2025 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Thursday, January 23 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Newnham Campus (Room D2014, across from The Service Hub) In Canada, you need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to legally work. We are bringing Service Canada to you. Apply for your Social Insurance Number (SIN) in...
When: 1/28/2025 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Tuesday, January 28 | 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. | Virtual on Webex 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 p...
When: 1/28/2025 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Tuesday, January 28 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Seneca@York Campus (Room S1209, SEQ Bldg.) In Canada, you need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to legally work. We are bringing Service Canada to you. Apply for your Social Insurance Number (SIN) in-person and get...
Winter Sessions Startup Highlights
Campus Welcome Day
Health Insurance: Morcare Virtual Session:
Join Morcare virutally to disucss your health insurance coverage, how to access your benefits and mental health support as an international student. Morcare representatives will be avaiable to answer your questions.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Register to join Morcare Virtual Session on Jan. 21 through WebEx
Social Insurance 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:
Visit the Government of Canada website to view a list of acceptable documents.
To guarantee an appointment time, International Students must register:
Supports for International Students
Morcare Benefits Plan Office
Have questions about your plan or a recent claim? A Morcare representative is available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Newnham Campus in The Service Hub in Building D for personalized drop-in support.
Closure NoticePlease note that Morcare Benefits Plan Office will be closed from Friday, December 20, 2024 noon and will be back on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Support with Housing, Health Insurance and Settlement
In-Person
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, visit the Service Hub at your campus at the following times:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. EDT resuming as of Jan. 21
To speak with an International Student Transition Co-ordinator, log in to The Service Hub and book an appointment.
Please note, virtual appointment will not be available from January 2 to 17.
Immigration Support
Individual in-person appointments are available at Newnham Campus. For availability, log in to The Service Hub and book an appointment in the My Services tab. You can check in for your appointment on campus at The Service Hub.
From January 2 to 17, Immigration specialists are available everyday in person at King Campus, Newnham Campus and Seneca@York Campus from 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Drop-ins are available on campus from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT on the following days:
King – Tuesday and ThursdayMarkham – Monday through Thursday until Tuesday, December 10, 2024Newnham – Monday through FridaySeneca@York – Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Note: Please expect a wait time for drop-ins
Appointments are also available virtually.
Please email theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca to schedule an appointment.
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.
Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. EDT
Join the virtual drop-in session
Virtual drop-in sessions will not be available on statutory holidays or during Seneca closures.
Canada's health care system tends to be confusing for international students. Here is a comprehensive guide explaining the different health care services available in Ontario.
WeConnect is a mental health and wellness program offered by Morcare.
A new regulatory framework for multi-tenant (rooming) houses came into effect as of March 31, 2024.
Missing family over the holidays is a common experience for many students, especially international students or those whose schedules or finances don’t allow them to travel back home. But that doesn’t mean you have to feel isolated or left out. There are ways to make the season meaningful and even joyful while you’re away from family.
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