This Week @ York for Week of October 28, 2025

Announcement

  • Closure of Canada Post Outlet in York Lanes Bookstore. The Canada Post outlet located within the Bookstore in York Lanes will be permanently closing on Thursday, November 13. Several key mailing services offered at this location will now be available through Central Mailing Services, located in 043 Central Square beginning Friday, November 14.

FYI

  • Spooky season: Navigating the unknown. What if the unknown wasn’t something to fear? In this special Halloween episode of the Well-being and YU podcast, we explore spiritual well-being by diving into the psychology of religion and spirituality, the cultural roots of belief and how embracing curiosity about the unknown can help you feel more grounded.

     

    Tree Planting Events. Join the York community for a hands-on tree planting adventure! It’s a chance to get outside, meet awesome people, and help make our campus greener and more climate-resilient. Registration required with limited spots available. 

    • Glendon Campus. Thursday, October 30, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Centre of Excellence 

      

    Leading Made Easier – SOS Help Desk Has Your Back! Hey Student Leaders, SCLD is excited to announce the SOS Help Desk, a new drop-in information session where you can come and ask questions, collaborate and resolve club and organization issues. Keele Campus. Every Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration not required.  

Important Dates

ICYMI

  • Pop-Up Advising Fair. Discover helpful resources for learning more about OSAP, degree requirements, study permits, career pathways and more by connecting with advising experts on. Wednesday, October 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration not required.  

    • Keele Campus. Vari Hall.  

    • Glendon Campus. Glendon C-Wing.  

    • Markham Campus. Second Floor Atrium. 

    Leading Made Easier – SOS Help Desk Has Your Back! Ask questions, collaborate and resolve club and organization issues. Keele Campus. Every Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration not required. 

    Get Involved. Get Experience. Make a Difference! Build career-related skills and gain experience while making a contribution to the work of a non-profit or charitable organization. Keele Campus. Thursday, October 30, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Vari Hall. Registration not required. 

Black Excellence

  • BE YU and Graduate Admissions at York University Workshop. Discover the graduate and professional programs York has to offer, how to apply, available financial support and more. If you're wondering what to do with your undergraduate degree after graduation, this workshop is for you. Keele Campus. Tuesday, November 4, 10 to 11 a.m. 232 York Lanes. Registration Required. 

International Student Support

  • Virtual UHIP Drop-in Session. Curious about what your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is and what coverage is included? Join this session to ask questions and learn more. Virtual event. Thursday, October 30, 10 a.m. to noon. Registration required. 

    Immigration Workroom: Study Permit Extension + PGWP. If you're looking into submitting a Study Permit extension or a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) application, connect with staff members who can guide you through the process. Keele Campus. Friday, October 31, 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. 242 York Lanes. Registration required. 

Health & Wellness

  • Pee for pizza! Drop in for a free, confidential screening for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and get a slice of pizza for getting tested. This event is run in partnership with the Ask a Nurse team, Toronto Public Health and the YFS Wellness Centre. An OHIP card is not required to participate. Keele campus. Wednesday, October 29, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. East Bear Pitt, Central Square. Registration not required. 

    Take care of yourself and your health. Speak to Public Health Nurses from Student Counselling, Health & Well-being about your health-related questions, without an appointment. Get in touch in person or online. Keele Campus. Wednesday, October 29, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. East Bear Pitt and Thursday, October 30, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vanier College Room 001. Registration not required. 

Get Involved

  • Den of Screams. Markham Student Council is up to something spooky – think haunted houses, scary movies and terrifyingly good vibes. Grab your friends and your courage for a night you won't forget! Markham Campus. Thursday, October 30, 6 to 10 p.m. 5th floor. Registration required. 

    Connect with Industry Leaders at VinFast - Automotive Innovation Challenge Hackathon. Solve real-world problems surrounding EV, AI, mobility and more while making connections and memories to last a lifetime. Keele Campus. Saturday, November 8 to Sunday, November 9, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sandbox, Bergeron Centre. Registration required by Friday, October 31.  

    Financial Planning & Budgeting for Student Success. Take your personal finances to the next level and start exploring how to build your credit, financial planning and budgeting. Thursday, November 13, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Alumni & Career Lounge, York Lanes. Registration required.