Make your transition to McGill easier (and more fun!)
Welcome to the New Student Buddy Program, designed for all new students at McGill! Whether you're an undergraduate or graduate student, arriving from Canada or elsewhere in the world, this program pairs you with a friendly and experienced McGill student who will help you navigate your first semester with confidence and success.
This program is proudly offered by CL&E, in collaboration with International Student Services.
New Students (mentees)
- Get matched with a trained upper-year mentor
- Receive valuable advice on navigating university life, accessing campus resources, adapting to new cultures/languages, maintaining well-being, and living in Montreal
- Join our mentorship mixer to network with students from mentorship programs across campus
Returning students (mentors)
- Benefit from mentor training to help you build a positive and successful relationship with your mentee(s)
- Earn recognition on your McGill Co-Curricular Record for your role as a mentor
- Share valuable advice on navigating university life, accessing campus resources, adapting to new cultures/languages, maintaining well-being, and living in Montreal
- Join our mentorship mixer to network with students from mentorship programs across campus
Have Questions?
Email us at mentorshipnetwork [at] mcgill.ca
If you need guidance about matters like immigration, health insurance, doctor's appointments, and scholarships/bursaries please contact International Student Services, Student Wellness Hub, or Scholarships and Student Aid directly.