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Pre-Arrival Orientation Webinars

Starting at McGill in Fall 2025?

Welcome to your first experience of McGill and Montreal!

We’ve organized a series of informative webinars and live Q&A sessions designed to support your transition to life in Canada. Whether you're navigating documentation or preparing for arrival, these sessions are designed to help you feel confident, well-informed, and prepared. These sessions will cover key topics including:

  1. CAQs and Study Permits

  2. Immigration Essentials

  1. Life at McGill and in Montreal

  2. Healthcare in Quebec

Take a look at the table below for session dates and details.

Pre-arrival Webinars and Q&A sessions (Winter 2026 Admits)
Theme Description Date and Time Registration/Recording Links
Immigration Essentials
  1. Get step-by-step instructions on how to obtain your CAQ, Study Permit, and Visa or eTA (if needed)                    
  2. This is a Q&A session. 
 Webinar concluded View Recording
International Student Guide to McGill & Montreal
  1. Find out what programs and services are available to you at McGill!
  2. Learn about Montreal, a world-class city that will be your new home.
 10th Nov 2025
10:00-11:30 AM ET		 Registration Link
Winter 101
  1. Get familiar with winter essentials.
  2. Discover how to make the most of the season!
 13th Nov 2025
10:00-11:00 AM ET		 Registration Link
IHI & Accessing Healthcare in Quebec as an International Student
  1. Learn how to navigate off-campus health resources as an international student.                    
  2. Familiarize yourself with the Quebec healthcare system.                    
  3. Understand how your Health Insurance plan works.

25th Nov 2025
2:00 - 3:30 PM ET

 Registration Link

Pre-arrival webinar Recordings for Fall 2025 admits can be found on the webinar recordings page.

Other McGill Webinars

Start your McGill journey on the right foot! Campus Life & Engagement invites you to a series of engaging pre-arrival webinars covering a range of helpful topics designed for incoming students. Highlights include:

  1. Renting in Montreal & Knowing Your Legal Rights: Understand leases, tenant protections, and how to advocate for yourself in Quebec’s housing market.

  2. What I Wish I’d Known as a New Student: Hear honest advice and tips from upper-year students about adjusting to McGill and Montreal life.

  3. Getting Involved at McGill Discover clubs, communities, and opportunities to build your network and make the most of your time here.

  4. Accessibility & Accommodations at McGill: Find out how to access academic and campus support services tailored to your needs, including accommodations for disabilities and health conditions.

...And many more!

Browse the full list of sessions on Campus Life & Engagement's pre-arrival webinars page and sign up for the ones that suit your needs.

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