For detailed information, visit the Important Dates web page.
Learn about ways to get to campus. Familiarize yourself with public transportation like Brampton Transit, GO Transit, TTC and YRT/VIVA, to get to campus quickly and easily. If you plan to drive to York, check Parking Services for permits, rates and other information. Accessible Parking is available if you have the Ontario Accessibility Parking Placard and proper parking permits. Use the HonkMobile App to pay for your parking spot with ease.
Get 24/7 Help From SAVY. As you return to campus, don’t forget that SAVY, your student virtual assistant is here to answer your questions all day, every day. SAVY can assist with over 500 topics, including wayfinding, campus life, where to eat and academics. Find SAVY on eClass, across York’s websites or scan the QR codes around campus.
York Orientation for first-year students
Social Orientation/Frosh Week. Get introduced to life outside the classroom both at York and in the City of Toronto. Have fun while getting to know new students in your program and what opportunities await you at York. Saturday, Aug. 27 to Tuesday, Sept. 6. Register for your Colleges’ Frosh Week through the Orientation website.
Maclean’s Annual Student Survey. The Maclean’s Student Survey ranks universities across Canada based on professors, residence life, extracurriculars and more. Share your experiences and help future York students learn more about the University! Complete the Maclean’s survey here.
Steps to Success: Making the Most out of Your University Experience. Gain insight into academic success and personal and professional development. Recognize your personal interests and find ways to utilize them in your university experience. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2 to 3 p.m. Registration required.
Graduate Admissions—Virtual Office Hours. Learn more about graduate admissions, programs and graduate-level study at York. Join the virtual office hour at any time to ask any questions you might have and feel free to hop off whenever is needed. Thursday, Sept. 1, 3 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
Preparing for Career Fair Success Webinar: Resumé and Cover Letter Writing. Find out how to effectively target your Resumé and Cover Letter. Present your experiences, education and skills in a way that showcases your assets and piques employers’ interest in you. Tuesday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. to noon. Register through Experience York.
Grad Social 2022 – A Virtual Event for Incoming Grad Students. Meet with York’s Decanal team and campus partners to learn about a variety of resources and services available to support your graduate journey. Tuesday, Sept. 6, noon to 1:30 p.m. Registration required.
International Mature & Transfer Students: Let’s Talk Canadian Culture, eh! Immerse yourself in Canadian culture, values and how the culture is represented. This session will also touch on Canadian terminologies/slang that will help you adapt into your new environment/surroundings. Wednesday, Aug. 31, 10 to 11 a.m. Registration required.
Connect with Mature & Transfer Students! Meet fellow mature and transfer students and chat with the York University Mature Student Organization executive members, as well as staff from the Atkinson Centre for Mature & Part-time Students (ACMAPS) and peer mentors. Thursday, Sept. 1, 3 to 4 p.m., 113 Vanier College. Registration required.
Virtual Drop-in International Student Advising. Drop-in to speak with York International’s immigration specialists who can help answer your immigration-related questions. Choose the date and time that suits you best:
Wednesday, Aug. 31, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 31, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 6, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Q&A for New International Students. Are you a new international student facing delays with your study permit or visa processing? Join this session to have your questions answered. Thursday, Sept. 1, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Registration required.
