Thursday, January 14, 2021

COVID-19 Scam Awareness

Health Canada has issued a warning regarding the sale of fraudulent COVID-19 vaccines over the internet. The warning highlights that these vaccines are dangerous because they are not proven to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 and may contain other harmful substances as they are not regulated by Health Canada. Health Canada has suggested the... More

Friday, January 8, 2021

Important Updates to Entry and Travel Requirements to Canada

Students seeking to enter Canada are advised that new travel and entry requirements have recently been announced by the Government of Canada. New Travel Information for International Arrivals Please be advised that as of January 7th 2021 all international air travellers will be required to demonstrate a negative test result for COVID-19 prior... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Upcoming Social and Cultural Events For International Students

International students are invited to socialize and build connections with other students through upcoming social and cultural events. Ravens Zone Ravens Zone is a weekly session where students can connect with fellow Ravens. Each session includes activities, games, and a space for conversation. To join a Ravens Zone session, students must... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Upcoming Educational Workshops For International Students

International students are invited to attend the International Student Services Office's upcoming educational workshops for international students. Please visit the events page to register for these workshops and receive an event reminder 24 hours in advance. Get To Know the ISSO: Conversation Sessions Meet the friendly staff and volunteers of... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

U-PASS Reminders for International Students

Opting Out All students can choose to opt out of the U-Pass (transit) program for winter 2021. For a step-by-step guide on how to opt-out of the U-Pass, please click on the link. Students who plan to opt out should not pick up or renew their U-Pass. Returning your U-Pass If you are no longer eligible for the program and... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

UHIP Health Coverage Information for the Winter Term

International students studying in Canada must have health insurance. The University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is administered by the ISSO. Please review the details below for information specific to students studying outside of Canada, students completing their studies in Fall 2020, and new students for the Winter 2021 term. Students Studying... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Province-Wide Shutdown Information for International Students (2.0)

With the continued rise in COVID-19 cases, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, announced it is imposing a Provincewide Shutdown, including the City of Ottawa, effective Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 12:01 a.m. See the Carleton newsroom for the most recent messaging on the... More

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Events for New International Students (Starting Winter 2021)

The ISSO welcomes all international undergraduate and graduate students beginning their studies at Carleton University in Winter 2021. New students are encouraged to participate in the following events to make connections, learn about the support services available at Carleton, and understand their responsibilities while studying in Canada.... More

Monday, January 4, 2021

Upcoming Immigration Workshops For International Students

International students are invited to attend the International Student Services Office's January immigration workshops. Please visit the events page to register for these workshops and receive an event reminder 24 hours in advance. All About Post-Graduation Work Permits Are you hoping to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) to remain... More

Wednesday, December 23, 2020

International Shipping of Textbooks from the Bookstore

The Carleton Bookstore is here to help Carleton University students obtain the textbooks and other materials they need to succeed in courses at Carleton. Students can order their textbooks now from the Bookstore website to have them delivered anywhere around the world. The Carleton Bookstore recommends the following when placing an order to... More

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Province-Wide Shutdown Information for International Students

With the continued rise in COVID-19 cases, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, announced it is imposing a Provincewide Shutdown, including the City of Ottawa, effective Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 12:01 a.m. See here for the most recent messaging on the Provincewide... More

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Health Care Information for International Students Feeling Unwell

Students feeling unwell with cold, flu and/or COVID-19 like symptoms should consider the following: Monitor symptom severity and connect with a health care professional for persistent and worsening symptoms Contact Health and Counselling Services at (613) 520-6674 to make a virtual appointment with a member of their medical team (Monday to Friday... More

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