The winter 2026 term began on Monday, January 5.  

Undergraduate course enrolment fees. Full-year and winter undergraduate course payments are due Saturday, January 10.    

Deadline to Add Winter term Courses. The last day to add a Winter term course is Thursday, January 15. This will be the final date that you will have unrestricted access to the registration and enrolment system.  

My Online Services. Find resources and self-serve tools that will help guide you throughout your time at York.    

Academic Advising. Talk with an academic advisor and get guidance on your degree progress and the next steps in your academic career.   

Start Strong YU. Explore the Start Strong website, where you can find resources, information about coming to campus, general FAQs and better plan your return to classes in the winter term.   

Cash Prizes in University-Wide Creative Writing Competition. Do you have original and unpublished writing? Submit your work for a chance to win a prize starting at $1,000, and the opportunity to be recognized by The Creative Writing Department, Faculty of LA&PS and The Office of the President. Submit your work by Friday, January 9. Results will be announced in the spring. 

Academic Integrity: Learn to Stop Worrying About It! Explore how to successfully and confidently demonstrate academic integrity throughout your studies when submitting assignments. Virtual event. Monday, January 12, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required. 

Dialogues: AI in the Classroom. Join a dialogue about how AI is being incorporated into post-secondary education. Share insights, experiences and more while enjoying light snacks, tea or coffee. Keele Campus. Tuesday, January 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location shared upon registration. Registration required. 

Register Today for the Winter 2026 Career Fair. Connect with employers, discover career paths and explore part-time roles, summer jobs, internships and full-time positions after graduation. Learn how to network with confidence, craft a great resumé and make a lasting impression with Career Fair prep sessions. Keele Campus. Thursday, January 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Building. Registration required. 

Volunteering: The side-hustle that pays in good karma. Gain transferrable skills and try out new industries, all while giving back to the community! Fourth-year student Nadia shares her volunteering experience. 

Winter Orientation: Starting at York, one slice at a time. From learning how university works to building a community, Winter Orientation helps new you ease into life at York, one slice at a time. 

Camera Essentials. Learn the fundamental concepts and in-camera tools for basic photography and videography while experimenting with different cameras and lenses or using your smartphone. Virtual and Keele Campus. Thursday, January 8, 10 a.m. to noon. 530 Scott Library, Computer Classroom. Registration required. 

VCP presents BIPOC Artist Hub – Art Installation. Focusing on the theme of LOST/FOUND, get an exclusive look at the featured art exhibits throughout January. Keele Campus. Friday, January 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 001 Vanier College Renaissance. Free admission.