northern nature connect - session 6: grow through what you go through

event date: 
wednesday, august 21, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm edt
event location: 
thunder bay campus
event contact name: 
sara melvin
event contact e-mail: 

welcome to week 6 and the final session of the summer nnc program.  i welcome you to join me back where it all began on the meandering trail through our campus boreal forest.  let’s gather together once more to delight our senses in nature.  you will be gifted a white spruce seedling to plant on campus. as nature is constantly changing, so are we, and your seedling can symbolize new beginnings and teach us how we can grow through what we go through. 

northern nature connect - session 1: a prescription for nature

event date: 
wednesday, july 17, 2024 - 11:00am to 1:00pm edt
event location: 
thunder bay campus
event fee: 
free
event contact name: 
sara melvin
event contact e-mail: 

have you heard of the japanese term shinrin-yoku?  translated to english it means “forest bathing”. simply put, it’s taking in the forest atmosphere.  while there are many definitions, forest therapy is a type of ecotherapy that focuses on the therapeutic and holistic benefits of being among the trees.  

join your certified guide, sara melvin, in a guided forest therapy walk through our beautiful campus trails.  you will partake in a slow-paced, mindful walk experience that opens the senses through a series of nature-connected invitations.

northern nature connect - session 1: a prescription for nature

event date: 
wednesday, july 17, 2024 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm edt
event location: 
thunder bay campus
event fee: 
free
event contact name: 
sara melvin
event contact e-mail: 

have you heard of the japanese term shinrin-yoku?  translated to english it means “forest bathing”. simply put, it’s taking in the forest atmosphere.  while there are many definitions, forest therapy is a type of ecotherapy that focuses on the therapeutic and holistic benefits of being among the trees.  

join your certified guide, sara melvin, in a guided forest therapy walk through our beautiful campus trails.  you will partake in a slow-paced, mindful walk experience that opens the senses through a series of nature-connected invitations.

working in canada

event date: 
thursday, june 27, 2024 - 2:00pm edt
event location: 
zoom/online

are you a new international student to canada and have questions about working while you study? is this the first time you have worked abroad? there are important things for you to know when searching for employment, as well as regulations as a worker in canada. please join this session to find out more details on working while you study.

pathways to pr

event date: 
tuesday, july 23, 2024 - 2:00pm edt
event location: 
zoom/online

many 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 want to stay in canada after graduation and apply for permanent residency (pr). there are a few options for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 who graduate from lakehead. join this session for an overview of both the federal and provincial programs for pr.

camping 101

event date: 
friday, june 7, 2024 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm edt
event location: 
lake tamblyn firepit
event contact name: 
international student advisors
event contact e-mail: 

rescheduled to friday, june 7th due to weather.

experience the thrill of camping in northern ontario! join us for an adventurous outing where you'll learn campfire essentials, cook lunch over an open fire, and enjoy special bonfire s'mores. don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories!

if you had previously registered, please re-register if you can join us for the rescheduled date: friday, june 7 at 12 pm

button badge making

event date: 
friday, may 24, 2024 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm edt
event location: 
international student lounge
event contact name: 
international student assistant
event contact e-mail: 

get creative with us at our button badge making event! 🎨 design and make your own custom buttons to add a personal touch to your style. 🌟 whether you're into quirky slogans, cool patterns, or showcasing your favorite fandom, the possibilities are endless! perfect for expressing yourself or gifting to friends. see you there!

spring tea indoor picnic

event date: 
tuesday, may 21, 2024 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm edt
event location: 
international student lounge
event contact name: 
international student assistant
event contact e-mail: 

join us for a whimsical spring tea indoor picnic! 🌸✨ immerse yourself in the enchanting world of alice in wonderland as we screen the movie in the background. indulge in delightful tea blends, savoury treats, and sweet delights in a cozy indoor setting. don't miss this magical event! 🍵🍰 

lakehead international graduation party

event date: 
friday, may 31, 2024 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm edt
event location: 
international student lounge
event contact name: 
international student services coordinator
event contact e-mail: 

congratulations graduates! 

you did it! your lakehead adventure has reached a pivotal point in your journey and we are so proud of all you have accomplished. to celebrate your success we invite you and your family to attend a special celebration hosted by 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 international. for all our graduating 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , please join us for our international student graduation party. 

drop in advising for new international 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and pgwp assistance

event date: 
tuesday, may 7, 2024 - 10:00am edt to thursday, may 9, 2024 - 4:00pm edt
event location: 
int'l center
event contact name: 
immigration advisors
event contact e-mail: 
did you graduate this spring, or are you a new student starting in ss2024? we are offering drop-in sessions on may 7th, 8th and 9th for any 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 needing help with their pgwp or new student questions/support. these appointments are for lakehead 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 only. we are not submitting applications for dependents during these drop-ins. before seeing an advisor, please make sure you review our immigration resource centre for information about your pgwp application and follow all necessary steps. 
stop by the international centre any time between 10 am - 4 pm to speak with an international student advisor. (please note that we do not advise or answer questions about pr, permanent residence).

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