International Student Events

Almost a quarter of our student population is made up of international students. And we love to celebrate that diversity. As an international student, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to socialize and network by participating in one of our international student events.

Upcoming Events

Christmas Movie Marathon

SAGA and The International Student Centre invites you to unwind, recharge and connect at the Christmas Movie Marathon. Immerse yourself in all things cozy and uplifting while enjoying an afternoon of best loved festive movies. Don't forget to bring a cozy blanket and wear your favorite holiday sweater!

 

For upcoming events for current students, check out the , , and accounts and visit the Students Acting for Global Awareness (SAGA) student led group page.

Group Sessions

Sign up for group sessions when you are ready to apply for permits, as the application will be completed during the session. 

Register for a group session through . You will need to enter your name, A number, and SMU email address. Only students who register for a group session will receive a confirmation and invitation.

Group sessions are held on Microsoft Teams. Sign up for MS Teams with your SMU email address (name@smu.ca) and log in to the session using that account. 

If you reside outside of Canada, or if you have questions, contact international.centre@smu.ca.

SPE - Study Permit Extension Group Sessions

  • 2024-12-06 (December 06,2024) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-01-17(January 17,2025) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-02-07(February 07,2025) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-03-07(March 07,2025) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-04-04(April 04,2025) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT
  • 2025-05-02(May 02,2025) - SPE from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT

TRV- Temporary Resident / Entry Visa Group Sessions

  • 2025-01-31(January 31,2025) - TRV from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-04-11 (April 11,2025) - TRV from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT
  • 2025-05-30 (May 30,2025) - TRV from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT

PGWP - Post-Graduation Work Permit Group Sessions 

  • 2024-12-13(December 13,2024) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m.to noon AST
  • 2025-01-24 (January 24,2025) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-02-14 (February 14,2025) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-03-28 (March 28,2025) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT
  • 2025-04-25 (April 25,2025) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT
  • 2025-05-16 (May 16,2025) - PGWP from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT

Co-op Work Permit Group Sessions

  • 2025-02-28(February 28,2025) -CO-OP from 9:30 a.m. to noon AST
  • 2025-03-21(March 21,2025) - CO-OP from 9:30 a.m. to noon ADT

Immigration Advising

Starting March 1, 2022, the International Student Centre offers virtual one-on-one immigration advising appointments. Book an immigration advising appointment through . You will need to enter your name, A number, and SMU email address. Only students who register for a group session will receive a confirmation and invitation.

In your 15-minute appointment, our immigration advisor will answer your questions about your study permit, work permit, or visa. These appointments are for permit questions only. If you are ready to apply for your permit or a permit extension, attend the group sessions noted above.

International students can continue to email inquiries, questions, and forms to international.centre@smu.ca. Please include your A# and full name.

  • Office Walk-In Hours

    The International Student Centre is located at 305 Student Centre (on the third floor). 

    • Mondays  2 - 3:30 p.m.
    • Wednesdays 2 - 3:30 p.m.
    • Thursdays: 2 - 3:30 p.m.

International Advising

Our international student engagement advisor will answer any other questions, such as the transition to university and Canada, finding housing, or obtaining your identification cards or Social Insurance Number (SIN).

Book an international advising engagement appointment through . You will need to enter your name, A number, and SMU email address. Advising sessions are held on Microsoft Teams.