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Events
International Welcome Week
Start your university journey with a week full of connection, discovery, and fun!
Join us for a variety of activities - from campus tours and shopping trips to lawn games, BBQs, and a cozy movie night. Whether you’re looking to get practical tasks done or just want to relax and connect with others, there’s something for everyone.
Let’s kick off the term together - see you there!
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International Student Welcome Breakfast
September 2, 8:30 - 10 a.m. | Register Now! | 📍 The Turret | Enjoy breakfast and connect with your international student peers during the first week of class!
Shopping Mall Tour
Monday, September 8, 10 a.m. - 12p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Conestoga Mall (meet at Laurier International, Arts A Wing, 2A01) | Get your essentials done and explore your local shops with other international students. We will depart from Laurier International Office. Don’t forget to bring your OneCard.
Grocery Store Run
Monday, September 8, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Register Now! | 📍 Walmart (meet at Laurier International Office, Arts A Wing, 2A01) | Hop on a bus trip to a nearby grocery store and grab everything you need to settle into your new home. You will have a chance to win one of twenty $25 gift cards to the grocery store. We will depart from Laurier International Office. Don’t forget to bring your OneCard.
International Student Support Office Open House (Students & Staff)
Tuesday, September 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Laurier International office, Arts A Wing, 2A01 | Meet the International Student Support team, enjoy refreshments, and explore services available to you.
International Campus Tour
Tuesday, September 9, 1 - 2 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Various locations around campus (meet at Laurier International office, Arts A Wing, 2A01) | Discover key spots on campus and learn how to get around with help from our international student leaders. We will depart from Laurier International Office.
Campus Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, September 9, 2 - 4 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Various locations around campus (meet at Laurier International office, Arts A Wing, 2A01) | Grab your phone and race from place-to-place to explore hidden gems around the campus in a fun way. We will depart from Laurier International Office.
Speed Friending
Wednesday, September 10, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 The Hawk's Nest (3rd floor of the Fred Nichols Campus Centre) | Make fast connections and connect with as many international students as you can.
International Service & Food Fair
Wednesday, September 10, 12 - 3 p.m. | Register now! | 📍 The Turret (3rd floor of the Fred Nichols Campus Centre) | Explore opportunities to get involved on campus! Connect with international student clubs, support services, and enjoy some tasty bites .
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
September 11, 9:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. | Reserve your timeslot now! | 📍 Laurier International, 2A01 | Get a Social Insurance Number in-person!
Welcome Back BBQ
Thursday, September 11, 5 - 7 p.m. | Register now! | 📍 The Quad (outside of the Dining Hall) | All International students, exchange students, and their friends are invited to a BBQ dinner in the Quad!
Park Visit
Friday, September 12, 2 - 4 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Waterloo Park (meet at Laurier International office, Arts A Wing, 2A01) |Join us for a relaxed afternoon walk to enjoy the green space near the campus. We will depart from Laurier International Office.
Movie Night
Friday, September 12, 6 - 8 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Peter's Building, P110 | Wrap up the week with a relaxing movie with your new friends!
Niagara Falls Trip
September 13, 9a.m. - 10p.m. | Register now! | 📍 Niagara Falls, Ontario | Join your fellow Laurier international and exchange students in a trip to the 8th wonder of the world: Niagara Falls!
International Student Welcome Breakfast
September3, 8:30 - 10 a.m. | Register Now! | 
Shopping Mall Tour
Monday, September 8, 10 a.m. - 12p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Lynden Park Mall (meet at Laurier International, One Market, OM310) | Get your essentials done and explore your local shops with other international students. We will depart from Laurier International Office. Don’t forget to bring your OneCard.
Grocery Store Run
Monday, September 8, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Register Now! | 📍 FreshCo (meet at Laurier International, One Market, OM310) | Hop on a bus trip to a nearby grocery store and grab everything you need to settle into your new home. You will have a chance to win one of twenty $25 gift cards to the grocery store. We will depart from Laurier International Office. Don’t forget to bring your OneCard.
International Student Support Office Open House (Students & Staff)
Tuesday, September 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Laurier International office, One Market, OM310 | Meet the International Student Support team, enjoy refreshments, and explore services available to you.
International Campus Tour
Tuesday, September 9, 1 - 2 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Various locations around campus (meet at Laurier International office, One Market, OM310) | Discover key spots on campus and learn how to get around with help from our international student leaders. We will depart from Laurier International Office.
Campus Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, September 9, 2 - 4 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Various locations around campus (meet at Laurier International office, One Market, OM310) | Grab your phone and race from place-to-place to explore hidden gems around the campus in a fun way. We will depart from Laurier International Office.
Speed Friending
Wednesday, September 10, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Laurier International Office, One Market, OM310 | Make fast connections and connect with as many international students as you can.
International Service & Food Fair
Wednesday, September 10, 12 - 3 p.m. | Register now! | 📍 One Market Atrium | Explore opportunities to get involved on campus! Connect with international student clubs, support services, and enjoy some tasty bites .
Welcome Back BBQ
Thursday, September 11, 2 - 4:30 p.m. | Register now! | 📍 RCW Courtyard | All International students, exchange students, and their friends are invited to a BBQ dinner in the Quad!
Park Visit
Friday, September 12, 2 - 4 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 Grand River Park (meet at Laurier International office, One Market, OM310) |Join us for a relaxed afternoon walk to enjoy the green space near the campus. We will departure from Laurier International Office.
Movie Night
Friday, September 12, 6 - 8 p.m. | No registration required! | 📍 SU Basement | Wrap up the week with a relaxing movie with your new friends!
Niagara Falls Trip
September 13, 9a.m. - 10p.m. | Register now! |
Fall 2025 Events
Connect, learn, and have fun with fellow students who share your international experience. Attend our events and workshops to stay informed, acquire practical skills, and build lasting friendships.
This page is updated weekly with new information, so check back often to see what's coming up!
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Fall 2025
Cricket National
Details coming soon!
Camp Kawartha
October 3 - 5th | Register now! | 📍 Camp Kawartha | Join Laurier International for a fall camping trip packed with fun, fresh air, and new friendships!
Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us this evening for a special Thanksgiving dinner! This is a perfect opportunity to experience a classic Canadian tradition, enjoy delicious food, and connect with fellow international students. Whether you're familiar with Thanksgiving or it's your first time celebrating, we welcome you to come together for an evening of gratitude, community, and fun. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a Canadian holiday tradition!
Details coming soon!
International Grad and Alumni Gala
Join us for a glamorous evening of:
💬 Inspiring panel discussions with Laurier alumni
🤝 Round-table chats & networking with peers, panelists, and campus partners
🍴 Delicious hors d'oeuvres
Details coming soon!
End of Term Celebration
Details coming soon!
Holiday Host
Staying in Canada over the holidays? Join our Holiday Host Program! 🎉 Celebrate the season with a Laurier staff or faculty member who’s excited to welcome you to their holiday dinner or festive activity! It’s a fun way to connect with those who support your journey at Laurier and share in the holiday spirit.
Details coming soon!
Fall 2025
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
September 15, 9:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. | Registration link coming soon! |
Camp Kawartha
October 3 - 5th | Register now! |
Thanksgiving Dinner
Join us this evening for a special Thanksgiving dinner! This is a perfect opportunity to experience a classic Canadian tradition, enjoy delicious food, and connect with fellow international students. Whether you're familiar with Thanksgiving or it's your first time celebrating, we welcome you to come together for an evening of gratitude, community, and fun. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a Canadian holiday tradition!
Details coming soon!
Scare in the Squares
Brantford turns into a spook-tacular place filled with fall and Halloween themed events. Activities include trick-or-treating, Escape Rooms, Paranormal Tours, Halloween Roller Skate, Casper’s Craft Corner, HOWL-o-ween Dog Parade, costume contests, and more! Take your photo with scarecrow and pumpkin carving displays throughout the square.
Details coming soon!
Fusion Beats
Fusion Beats is a celebration of talent, culture, and community, supported by Laurier's International Student Support, Conestoga Students Inc., and the City of Brantford. Don't miss this free and electrifying event!
Details coming soon!
International Grad and Alumni Gala
Join us for a glamorous evening of:
💬 Inspiring panel discussions with Laurier alumni
🤝 Round-table chats & networking with peers, panelists, and campus partners
🍴 Delicious hors d'oeuvres
Details coming soon!
End of Term Celebration
Details coming soon!
Holiday Host
Staying in Canada over the holidays? Join our Holiday Host Program! 🎉 Celebrate the season with a Laurier staff or faculty member who’s excited to welcome you to their holiday dinner or festive activity! It’s a fun way to connect with those who support your journey at Laurier and share in the holiday spirit.
Details coming soon!