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This Week @ York for Week of November 3, 2026

Announcement

  • Day of Action. A Student Day of Action, focusing on issues affecting students, is scheduled to take place across Ontario. As approved by the University Senate, reasonable academic accommodations and extensions of deadlines for graded work due on Thursday, November 5, will be available to students who choose to participate. The York Federation of Students (YFS) will lead this event, and more information can be found on the @yfslocal68 Instagram account. Keele Campus. Thursday, November 5, 9 a.m. Registration not required.  

FYI

  • Get ready for exam season now – get your YU-card. You need a YU-card to write your final exams. Without it, you will be turned away by invigilators. Don’t risk it. Apply for your YU-card now to ensure your application is approved within 3 to 5 business days. 

     

    Regenesis Borrowing Centre. Get affordable access to a wide range of useful items and equipment. From tools, sporting equipment and small appliances to camping gear and board games, the Borrowing Centre encourages folks to borrow rather than buy, helping reduce unnecessary consumption, save money and keep usable items in circulation for longer. Keele Campus. Mondays, Wednesdays to Fridays, various times. 95 The Pond Road, Unit 90. Registration not required. 

     

     

    York University Student Engagement Network Info Session Sign Up. Get information about this university-wide network where you can connect, contribute and grow through volunteer opportunities, events and leadership experiences. Build your skills, expand your network, engage in discussions and support your future goals. Sign up today! Virtual event. Monday, November 9, 3:30 p.m. Registration required.

     

    Share your thoughts on student organization regulations. The Regulation Regarding Student Organizations is under review, and we want to hear from you! The survey is open to all York students. Find the survey in your York email and share your thoughts by Friday, November 27.

Worth Repeating

  • Career Ready: International Student Conference. Broaden your professional horizons and prepare for success in the Canadian job market with increased confidence. Network with speakers and engage in sessions and opportunities to connect with peers, alumni and employers. Keele Campus. Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Schulich Executive Learning Centre. Registration closes tonight, Tuesday, November 3. 

     

    The Regenesis Free Store. Explore a variety of free items, including clothing, school supplies and kitchen utensils – helping students access everyday essentials while promoting sustainability and reducing waste. Keele Campus. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 004B Winters College. Registration not required. 

     

    UNHACK 2026: York's UN SDG Hackathon. Watch your peers as they tackle United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) challenges. Top teams have the chance to win cash prizes up to $1,750, and eligible students can receive $350 through Experience Venture. Keele Campus. Saturday, November 7, to Sunday, November 8, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bergeron Centre. 

Remembrance Day

  • Remembrance Day Ceremony 2026. The York community is invited to take part in the annual Remembrance Day ceremonies across our campuses. These ceremonies honour the individuals who were killed during the two World Wars and other conflicts.

    • Keele Campus. Wednesday, November 11, 10:35 a.m. Harry W. Arthurs Common flagpole. Registration not required.
    • Glendon Campus. Wednesday, November 11, 10:35 a.m. Glendon flagpole, West Quad (York Hall). Registration not required.
    • Markham Campus. Wednesday, November 11, 10:35 a.m. The East Green flagpole. Registration not required.

     

     

    Poppies. If you would like to make a donation for a poppy, you can do so on campus and through Legion 527 – explore your options by scrolling to the bottom of the Remembrance Day web page.

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Financial Literacy Month

  • Gain Financial Confidence this November. It's Financial Literacy Month! Visit the official page to discover events, resources and more to help you gain the confidence you need to deal with, and understand, your finances. 

     

    Build Your Own Burrito Bowl at Teaching Kitchen! Think healthy eating is expensive? Think again. In recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month and Financial Literacy Month, learn how to create a delicious, balanced burrito bowl using affordable ingredients. Keele Campus. Wednesday, November 11, 2 to 3 p.m. Stong Dining Hall. Registration required. 

    • BONUS! Stop by the Price Match Dash before the event to learn grocery shopping and price-matching tips that can help stretch your food budget. Keele Campus. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required. 

Academics

  • Go Global Information Session. Explore exciting global learning opportunities at a variety of locations. Virtual event. Thursday, November 5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration required. 

     

    Explore Lassonde's Master of Engineering in Sustainable Energy Systems. Interested in building or advancing a career in sustainable energy? Find out what Lassonde’s new professional, course-based MEng has to offer and learn about completing it in as little as 12 months full-time, or study part-time while you work. Winter and fall 2027 intakes are available. Virtual event. Tuesday, November 10, 11 a.m. to noon. Registration required. 

Careers Support

  • Resumé Writing Webinar. Find out how to effectively present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets and piques employers' interest in you. Virtual event. Wednesday, November 4, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required. 

International Student Support

  • Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is essential for medical appointments and more. Find out how to get yours and the perks that come along with it. Virtual event. Thursday, November 5, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required. 

     

    Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. Get to know the documents needed to apply for a study permit or Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) while getting support from staff members. Keele Campus. Friday, November 6, 1 to 3 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Well-being and YU Podcast

  • Substance Use: A Harm Reduction Perspective. Harm reduction is about meeting people where they’re at. Listen to this episode of the Well-being and YU podcast to learn how harm reduction approaches can help reduce the risks associated with substance use and promote well-being. 

Health & Wellness

  • Making meaningful connections & staying present in conversations. Building connections can feel exciting, awkward or even a little intimidating. Explore ways to maintain relationships, build new ones, manage social anxiety and think intentionally about who you can turn to when you need support. This workshop is part of the YU & Balance series. Participants will receive $5 on their YU-card for each full session attended. Virtual event. Wednesday, November 4, 1 to 2 p.m. Open to Glendon and Markham students. Registration required.