We have moved to the 4th floor, Suite 4100.
ISS is open Mondays to Fridays, 10am - 4pm both in-person and virtually.
Winter Orientation: 2026
Events Schedule: More events and details are being updated
To be in the know before you even begin the semester, make sure to participate in the virtual Pre-Arrival Webinars.
International Student Orientation events are open to NEW McGill international undergraduate, graduate, and exchange students starting in January 2026. For campus-wide orientation, please visit the Campus-Life and Engagement website!
Questions? Email us at events.iss [at] mcgill.ca
Bitesize: Sink your teeth into your new city! 
Right after the Orientation week, we will lead a small group of Bitesize MTL excursions, which will give you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the flavor of an iconic Montreal neighbourhood, topped off by enjoying some quintessential local snacks in great company.
Please check the registrations closer to the date of the tours, as new spots may open up at the last moment.
| TOUR NAME | DATE | TIME | REGISTRATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Port and China Town | January 10th | 5pm-8pm | Event concluded |
| Mont-Royal and Beaver Lake | January 11th | 2pm - 4pm | Event concluded |
Winter Orientation
Tuesday, January 6th, 4:30pm - 8pm 
University Centre, 3480 Rue McTavish
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Winter 2026 Orientation is your opportunity to get to know McGill University, meet new friends, and kick off your first year at McGill University! Join us for a services fair to get all the info you’ll need to thrive in your first term, a welcome address, guest speakers, and lots of opportunities to connect with your peers. We can’t wait to welcome you! And lots of pizza of course!
Hockey Night in Canada! 
When: Friday, January 9th
Where: Meet in the Lobby of the Brown Building (3600 Rue McTavish)
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Join us and McGill Athletes as they explain the game of hockey! Learn a bit about the history, its cultural relevance here in Canada and some strategy. We'll enjoy some pizza and then watch the McGill Red Birds play at the McConnell Arena.