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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Graduating and Want to Extend Your Coverage? Learn Your Options

If you are an international student living in Canada and you are about to graduate, it is important to consider how you will protect you and your family in case of an emergency once your UHIP coverage ends. You may be planning to travel or stay in Canada following your graduation. If that is... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

Don’t miss the Canadian Tea Time End of Term Celebration

As the end of the fall term is here and the holiday season approaches, let’s celebrate! Join us on Wednesday, December 9 from 8:30 am to 9:30 am (EST) or Thursday, December 10 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm (EST) to applaud your accomplishments and learn about the winter holiday season. This Canadian Tea... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

Introducing the Global PALS Program

The Global PALS (Peer Advisors Lending Support) Program provides current and incoming international students with the opportunity to connect with an upper-year or graduate student who can provide insights and support as you navigate social, cultural and academic life at Carleton University and in Ottawa. The ISSO has Global Peer Advisors from four... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

UHIP and the Supplemental Drug and Dental Plan for Students

Coming to Canada with Family Members? If you are coming to Canada with dependents (spouse and/or children), you must enroll them in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) before you arrive. Contact our UHIP Administrator for more information. Supplemental Drug/Dental Plan For New Students If you are a new student for Winter 2021 and... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

Register Now For ‘Navigating the Canadian Workplace’ Workshop Series

Registration is now open for the winter session of Career Services' Navigating the Canadian Workplace workshop series! Beginning on January 18, 2021, this virtual workshop series is designed to support undergraduate and graduate international students, as well as newcomers to Canada, in exploring strategies for finding work in Canada and... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

Join us for All About Post-Graduation Work Permits

Are you hoping to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) so you can remain in Canada after graduation and gain Canadian work experience? Join us for All About Post-Graduation Work Permits on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 to learn how to maintain your eligibility, how to apply (including those tricky rules about timing), and... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

Important Travel Information For Students Completing Their Program in Fall 2020

International students often wish to travel after completing their studies and before beginning work in Canada. Current COVID-19 travel restrictions require all travelers to have an essential reason to enter Canada. There are different criteria for students, workers, and visitors.  If you leave Canada after finishing your program, you are not... More

Monday, December 7, 2020

December COVID-19 Updates

Last updated: December 3, 2020 Ottawa is currently classified as Orange (Intermediate or ‘Restricted’ Measures) on the province of Ontario’s new COVID-19 Response Framework. Stay connected and learn more about COVID-19 in Ottawa via Ottawa Public Health. The health and safety of all members of the Carleton community remain the... More

Thursday, October 22, 2020

Carleton University Updated Travel and Quarantine Planning Support

The International Student Services Office (ISSO) appreciates that the global COVID-19 pandemic poses unique challenges for our international student community and want to take the opportunity to update you on key travel, immigration and quarantine planning resources and supports that are available to you. Important International Student Travel... More

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Stay Connected and Informed

The following resources are available for all international students to keep you updated and engaged with our community. COVID-19 FAQs – To help you navigate through these uncertain times, the ISSO has established a dedicated COVID-19 FAQ page covering important topics like immigration and health care, that we update regularly. Immigration... More

Friday, February 7, 2020

Learn All About Canada’s Favourite Pastime at Hockey 101!

Carleton Athletics, the International Student Services Office and the Student Experience Office are teaming up to provide international students with the opportunity to learn all about Canada’s favourite pastime: hockey! Attend the Carleton University vs. University of Ottawa women’s hockey game on Sunday, February 16, 2020. There will be a... More

Friday, February 7, 2020

Applications for Two International Student Awards Now Open!

Applications for the Marie Odette Gabrielle Clay Memorial Award and International House Award are now open! The Marie Odette Gabrielle Clay Memorial Award ($1,100) is awarded annually to an undergraduate international student who is proceeding from one year to another of a program and has been involved in student life. Donor: Friends and family... More

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