Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Activity | Location |
| Jan. 5 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | Orientation Check-in and Welcome Package
Please bring your passport and study permit (original copies) for our records. *Light refreshments and snacks provided |
Office of International Activities (OIA) |
| Jan. 7 | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | 🌟Find out Your Health Insurance Coverage | OIA |
| Jan. 8 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm | 🌟Financial Resources Available On-Campus | OIA |
| Jan. 9 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm | SIN Clinic – Service Canada | Mingling Area |
| Jan. 12 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | 🌟Learning Skills Series @ OIA – 1 | OIA |
| Jan. 13 | 11:40 am – 2:00 pm | 🌟Writing Skills and Library Resources | OIA |
| Jan. 14 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | 🌟SAS and Accommodations | OIA |
| Jan. 20 | 12:40 – 1:30 pm | 🌟Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
*The Zoom link will be shared via your BU email shortly |
Online |
| Feb. 3 | 12:40 – 1:30 pm | 🌟Mental Health Series @ OIA – 1 | OIA |
| Feb. 22 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm | 🌟Explore MB – Clear Lake
Free to all registered International students *Student ID required for boarding |
RMNP |
| March 3 | 12:40 pm – 1:30 pm | 🌟International Student Awards Application Presentation and Working Session | Convergys Lab |
| March 4 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | 🌟Summer Job Application for Gov’t Positions | Convergys Lab |
| TBA | TBA | National Student Exchange Program
*The Zoom link has been shared via your BU email. |
Online |
| TBA | TBA | 🌟Immigration Compliance 101 | OIA |
OIA Passport Program
This year, we’re excited to launch the OIA Passport — a new initiative to help you get the most out of your student experience!
By participating in events throughout the year, you’ll collect stamps in your passport. Students who reach the participation threshold will be entered into a draw for grand prizes at the end of the academic year.
How it works:
- Attend sessions, workshops, and field trips listed above
- Collect a stamp for each eligible activity
- Activities marked with a 🌟 count toward your OIA Passport
- Reach the goal, and you’ll be entered to win!
How to Get Your OIA Passport:
- New students: Your OIA Passport will be included in your welcome package.
- Returning students: Please stop by the Office of International Activities (OIA) to pick up your passport anytime starting in January.
Start collecting 🌟 stamps and make the most of your BU experience!