Welcome New Students!
Welcome International Students!
Winter 2026 Orientation Programming and Schedule
*The following information is tentative and subject to change.
Lethbridge Campus
New Student Orientation
This year, ULethbridge new student orientation (for all students starting in the Winter 2026 semester) will be available as a virtual module that you can complete at your own pace! Once it is published, you can find the link to complete orientation on this page.
We will also offer in-person programming for new International students on Tuesday, January 6. We strongly recommend you attend our in-person programming as we will offer sessions containing important information relevant to you, as well as help get you situated to campus and feel confident and prepared before classes begin on January 7.
Tuesday, January 6
Understanding Your Study Permit Learn about your study permit, do鈥檚 & don鈥檛s, when to extend, working in Canada, and more. If you are not able to attend in-person, we will offer the session virtually on this date:
| 9 - 10 a.m. | AH 100 |
Canadian Culture & Academic Expectations Learn about Canadian culture, how to avoid academic misconduct, and tips to thrive in your studies. If you are not able to attend in-person, we will offer the session virtually on this date:
| 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. | AH 100 |
International Student Orientation Essentials Learn the basics about healthcare and health insurance, working in Canada, staying safe, and your next steps! | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | AH 100 |
New Student Play Cafe Join us for board games, snacks, and fun! This is a great opportunity to meet other new students. We will also invite our volunteer mentors to join! | 1 - 2 p.m. | AH 100 |
Campus Tour Learn how to navigate campus before your first day of classes! | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | AH 100 |
Any time during the first week of classes, you can also stop by our centre (SU060) during office hours (8:30 a.m. - noon; 1 - 4:30 p.m.) and we can introduce ourselves, help answer your questions, and welcome you to campus!
Upcoming New Student Events and Supports:
Wednesday, January 14
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on Campus Meet with a CRA representative to apply for GST Credit and Canada Carbon Rebate. | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 3:30 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Calgary Campus
Virtual Sessions
Understanding Your Study Permit Learn about your study permit, do鈥檚 & don鈥檛s, when to extend, working in Canada, and more.
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Canadian Culture & Academic Expectations Learn about Canadian culture, how to avoid academic misconduct, and tips to thrive in your studies.
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Tuesday, January 6
| International Student Welcome | 4 - 5:15 p.m. | S6025 |
| New Student Orientation | 5 - 8:30 p.m. | North Campus Atrium |
Wednesday, January 7
| Downtown and Calgary Public Library Tour | 3 - 5 p.m. | Departing from S6025 |
Questions and Answers Sessions for New International Students
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Moodle Orientation Courses
What is Moodle?
Moodle is the online learning management system that is supported at uLethbridge.
How do I sign-in?
Log into Moodle at . The username and password will be the same credentials as your campus login (Bridge account).
If you have not already done so, set up your campus login:
1. Have your nine-digit uLethbridge ID number (from your Offer of Admission letter) available
2. Go to
3. Follow the steps to select a username, password and security questions from the menu on the right.
Pre-arrival Information for International Students
This is a self-guided prearrival course specifically for new international students. It has vital information for a smooth transition to uLethbridge and can be done at your own pace. You must complete this course and we recommend doing it before August 15.
Orientation for International Students
This is a self-guided orientation course specifically for new international students. It has vital information for a smooth transition to uLethbridge and can be done at your own pace. You must complete this course and we recommend doing it prior to the start of classes.
The is a volunteer peer-mentor program in which new international students are matched with continuing uLethbridge students who can provide ongoing advice and information about life at the university and in Lethbridge. This Fall 2021 term, mentors will meet with you in person or virtually and help you with any questions you may have by email. Mentors provide ongoing social support, assistance and guidance throughout your first semester as new international student. They share their personal experiences, easing your transition to university in Canada!
If you have already requested a mentor, you will be invited to an ISMP Meet and Greet, where you will meet your mentor and other new international students! The time and date of the ISMP Meet and Greet will be shared with you in an email.