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Undergraduate Webinars
Renting in Montreal - May 13
Date: Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
This webinar will help new students learn how best to begin searching for an apartment in Montreal. This will provide an overview on your rights as a tenant and a glimpse into what to expect while living in Montreal.
First-Year Housing - May 15
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad students
This webinar will provide students with an overview on everything from the application and lottery process, to a description of our residence buildings and dining services. You will be able to learn more about the residence life team, on-campus services, and all of the amazing things you have to look forward to while living in McGill Residences.
Know Your (Legal and Student) Rights - June 11
Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this 60-minute workshop on legal literacy, students will learn about housing rights, student rights (with respect to McGill policies), and employment rights. They will explore different scenarios, and their legal rights within each scenario. By the end of the workshop, participants should be better equipped to advocate for themselves.
Learning at McGill - June 20
Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad students
You’ve made it to McGill! This is a huge accomplishment for you and all your peers. Maybe you’re used to a straight-A average, but now, so is everyone around you! And things can get competitive. What does it mean to hit the books at one of the top universities in the world? What happens if that first graded assignment you get back isn’t so hot? How do you balance your GPA and your well-being? We’ve assembled a student panel of experts to help you navigate academic culture at McGill.
Accessing MTL Healthcare - June 25
Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 10:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this webinar, we will review the different types of health insurance coverage as they apply to Quebec, out of province, and international students at McGill. We'll explore your physical and mental healthcare options both on and off campus, including virtual care services.
Learning at McGill - July 10
Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad students
You’ve made it to McGill! This is a huge accomplishment for you and all your peers. Maybe you’re used to a straight-A average, but now, so is everyone around you! And things can get competitive. What does it mean to hit the books at one of the top universities in the world? What happens if that first graded assignment you get back isn’t so hot? How do you balance your GPA and your well-being? We’ve assembled a student panel of experts to help you navigate academic culture at McGill.
Coming to Montreal, As Me - July 25
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Grad students
In this panel discussion, current McGill students tell their stories of coming to Canada, to Montreal, to McGill, and their own expectations, challenges, and surprises in their journey. These personal stories representing diverse and intersectional perspectives will provide insights and information on how to prepare for your own journey that is just about to begin!
What I Wish I'd Known - July 31
Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad students
The "What I Wish I Had Known As a First-Year" webinar is an opportunity to learn about life at McGill from upper-year students. From this student panel, you'll hear tips and honest advice they wish they had received when they were once in your shoes! Have a question? The webinar will feature multiple Q&A opportunities for you to ask students who have been through it all!
Graduate Webinars
Renting in Montreal
Date: Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
This webinar will help new students learn how best to begin searching for an apartment in Montreal. This will provide an overview on your rights as a tenant and a glimpse into what to expect while living in Montreal.
Intro to Grad Studies
Session 1: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Session 2: Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
Join your Campus Life & Engagement Graduate Orientation Team for a comprehensive introduction to graduate studies at McGill. Topics include graduate policies and timelines, the supervisory relationship, resources tailored to support grad student success, and an introduction to the McGill graduate community.
Budgeting & Expense Planning
Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
This webinar primarily focuses on how to create and maintain a reasonable budget given your income level. It covers the main pitfalls of improper budgeting and will show you ways to stay on track. Learn how to effectively monitor and cut costs using various free online tools and apps and how to automate your savings. Join us for this webinar brought to you by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada to learn how small changes in your daily spending can lead to major savings.
Note: This webinar is also relevant for international students & newcomers to Canada as it covers many of the basics about the different types of bank accounts available to you.
Know Your (Legal and Student) Rights
Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this 60-minute workshop on legal literacy, students will learn about housing rights, student rights (with respect to McGill policies), and employment rights. They will explore different scenarios, and their legal rights within each scenario. By the end of the workshop, participants should be better equipped to advocate for themselves.
Getting Started with Supervision
Date: Friday, June 14, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
Wondering how to establish a healthy relationship between you and your supervisor? Join us for this presentation and learn about the importance of the supervisory relationship and the impact it can have on your graduate experience. We will discuss strategies for clarifying expectations, establishing good communication, and reaching out for help should you need support
Grad Health 101
Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
Jointly presented by Health Commissioner of the Post-Graduate Students' Society and McGill's Local Wellness Advisor for Graduate Students, this webinar will introduce you to health and wellness services and resources provided specifically for graduate students. Learn more about the PGSS health Insurance plan and more!
Accessing MTL Healthcare
Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 10:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this webinar, we will review the different types of health insurance coverage as they apply to Quebec, out of province, and international students at McGill. We'll explore your physical and mental healthcare options both on and off campus, including virtual care services.
Academic Culture for Grads
Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
Use this workshop to prepare for academic culture in North America (and specifically at McGill) in this helpful session addressing cultural differences and opportunities in the classroom.
Please Note: This webinar is intended for international students.
Coming to Montreal, As Me
Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Undergrad and Grad students
In this panel discussion, current McGill students tell their stories of coming to Canada, to Montreal, to McGill, and their own expectations, challenges, and surprises in their journey. These personal stories representing diverse and intersectional perspectives will provide insights and information on how to prepare for your own journey that is just about to begin!
Getting Involved as Grads
Session 1: Tuesday, July 30, 2023, 6:00 PM EDT (Montreal time)
Session 1: Friday, August 2, 2023, 9:00 AM EDT (Montreal time)
Audience: Graduate students
Join Campus Life & Engagement to learn all the ways you can engage and connect meaningfully with peers during your graduate studies, and how participating in activities outside of your studies can have a big impact on your personal, academic, and career success!
2023 Webinar Recordings
Undergraduate Webinars
First-Year Housing
Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 6:00 P.M. - Watch the recording below!
Audience: Undergrad students
This webinar will provide students with an overview on everything from the application and lottery process, to a description of our residence buildings and dining services. You will be able to learn more about the residence life team, on-campus services, and all of the amazing things you have to look forward to while living in McGill Residences.
Know Your (Legal and Student) Rights
Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this 60-minute workshop on legal literacy, students will learn about housing rights, student rights (with respect to McGill policies), and employment rights. They will explore different scenarios, and their legal rights within each scenario. By the end of the workshop, participants should be better equipped to advocate for themselves.
Renting in Montreal
Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
This webinar will help new students learn how best to begin searching for an apartment in Montreal. This will provide an overview on your rights as a tenant and a glimpse into what to expect while living in Montreal.
Accessing MTL Healthcare
Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this webinar, we will review the different types of health insurance coverage as they apply to Quebec, out of province, and international students at McGill. We'll explore your physical and mental healthcare options both on and off campus, including virtual care services. Information about local COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccination will also be discussed.
Learning at McGill
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 9:00 A.M.
Audience: Undergrad students
You’ve made it to McGill! This is a huge accomplishment for you and all your peers. Maybe you’re used to a straight-A average, but now, so is everyone around you! And things can get competitive. What does it mean to hit the books at one of the top universities in the world? What happens if that first graded assignment you get back isn’t so hot? How do you balance your GPA and your well-being? We’ve assembled a student panel of experts to help you navigate academic culture at McGill.
Coming to Montreal, As Me
Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023, 5:30 P.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Grad students
In this panel discussion, current McGill students tell their stories of coming to Canada, to Montreal, to McGill, and their own expectations, challenges, and surprises in their journey. These personal stories representing diverse and intersectional perspectives will provide insights and information on how to prepare for your own journey that is just about to begin!
What I Wish I'd Known
Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Undergrad students
The "What I Wish I Had Known As a First-Year" webinar is an opportunity to learn about life at McGill from upper-year students. From this student panel, you'll hear tips and honest advice they wish they had received when they were once in your shoes! Have a question? The webinar will feature multiple Q&A opportunities for you to ask students who have been through it all!
Graduate Webinars
Intro to Grad Studies
Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Join your Campus Life & Engagement Graduate Orientation Team for a comprehensive introduction to graduate studies at McGill. Topics include graduate policies and timelines, the supervisory relationship, resources tailored to support grad student success, and an introduction to the McGill graduate community.
Date: Friday, May 19th , 2023, 9:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Renting in Montreal
Date: Friday, June 2, 2023, 9:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
This webinar will help new students learn how best to begin searching for an apartment in Montreal. This will provide an overview on your rights as a tenant and a glimpse into what to expect while living in Montreal.
Budgeting & Expense Planning
Date: Monday, June 5, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
This webinar primarily focuses on how to create and maintain a reasonable budget given your income level. It covers the main pitfalls of improper budgeting and will show you ways to stay on track. Learn how to effectively monitor and cut costs using various free online tools and apps and how to automate your savings. Join us for this webinar brought to you by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada to learn how small changes in your daily spending can lead to major savings.
Note: This webinar is also relevant for international students & newcomers to Canada as it covers many of the basics about the different types of bank accounts available to you.
Know Your (Legal and Student) Rights
Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this 60-minute workshop on legal literacy, students will learn about housing rights, student rights (with respect to McGill policies), and employment rights. They will explore different scenarios, and their legal rights within each scenario. By the end of the workshop, participants should be better equipped to advocate for themselves.
Getting Started with Supervision
Date: Friday, June 16, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Wondering how to establish a healthy relationship between you and your supervisor? Join us for this presentation and learn about the importance of the supervisory relationship and the impact it can have on your graduate experience. We will discuss strategies for clarifying expectations, establishing good communication, and reaching out for help should you need support.
Grad Health 101
Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Jointly presented by Health Commissioner of the Post-Graduate Students' Society and McGill's Local Wellness Advisor for Graduate Students, this webinar will introduce you to health and wellness services and resources provided specifically for graduate students. Learn more about the PGSS health Insurance plan and more!
Accessing MTL Healthcare
Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
Audience: Undergrad and Graduate students
In this webinar, we will review the different types of health insurance coverage as they apply to Quebec, out of province, and international students at McGill. We'll explore your physical and mental healthcare options both on and off campus, including virtual care services. Information about local COVID-19 testing, treatment, and vaccination will also be discussed.
Academic Culture for Grads
Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023, 9:00 A.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Use this workshop to prepare for academic culture in North America (and specifically at McGill) in this helpful session addressing cultural differences and opportunities in the classroom.
Please Note: This webinar is intended for international students.
Coming to Montreal, As Me
Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023, 5:30 P.M.
Audience: Grad students and Undergrad students
In this panel discussion, current McGill students tell their stories of coming to Canada, to Montreal, to McGill, and their own expectations, challenges, and surprises in their journey. These personal stories representing diverse and intersectional perspectives will provide insights and information on how to prepare for your own journey that is just about to begin!
Getting Involved as Grads
Date: Tuesday, August 1, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Audience: Graduate students
Join Campus Life & Engagement to learn all the ways you can engage and connect meaningfully with peers during your graduate studies, and how participating in activities outside of your studies can have a big impact on your personal, academic, and career success!