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International student services

At NorQuest International, we believe each student can be successful if given the right tools. We provide a wide range of support programs and services to international students to help meet their unique needs. Our team commits to student success, and we admire the resilience and dedication that students show each day.

Immigration advising
Our International Student Advisors can help you with:

• immigration-related matters, such as advising about compliance with immigration regulations as an international student; study permits, work permits (co-op work permits and post-graduation work permits), temporary resident visas, spousal and dependents’ temporary resident documents, including extension of the immigration documents; and general information about the available Permanent Residency pathways after graduation
• how your enrolment plan affects immigration compliance
• travel advisory and crossing the border
• orientation to NorQuest and navigating student services

Accommodation Options and Other Helpful Resources
The International Student Settlement Advisor helps with:

•  Transitioning to Canada and NorQuest
•  Your first set of documents needed to settle in Canada
•  Finding accommodation and budgeting
•  Navigating the transportation system
•  Cultural and social adjustment (connecting with ethnic organizations)
•  Helping family members settle (language, employment, community building)
•  Referrals to local and community services
•  Info sessions and workshops on tenant rights, financial literacy, and more

International social engagement services (Leadership, volunteering, and more)
The International Student Engagement Officer helps with:

•  Transitioning into a Canadian education setting and classroom
•  Adjusting to a new culture and integrating into the Canadian society
•  Celebrating cultural diversity at NorQuest
•  Meeting new people, overcoming homesickness, and building connections
•  Developing leadership skills
•  Learning about student programs, events, and activities on campus (i.e. volunteering, Peer Mentorship program, Jumpstart program, Campus Meet-Up, Global Café)