Looking for a way to get involved with your future university or college? Wondering what’s next now that you’ve been accepted? This month, we’re featuring events happening all over North America at different post-secondary institutions, so our students can try something new, learn more about their future schools, and add to their growing extracurricular profiles. Check out the post-secondary events happening this month!
May 3
National Portfolio Day Association – Virtual 12 pm ET
“Showcase your artistic evolution! Visit with counsellors, admissions team members, and faculty from art and design schools for a portfolio review before applying to colleges or universities.”
May 5
Discover UVic – Virtual 5 pm PT
“If you’re considering undergraduate studies at UVic, join us for an online Discover UVic event and learn what it means to be a UVic student. Each live hour-long presentation is led by a UVic recruitment officer, so you’ll have an opportunity to get answers to your questions.
Register for Discover UVic to learn about
- what makes UVic unique
- campus life
- living in Victoria, Canada
- experiential learning opportunities like co-op, international exchange, and field schools
- on-campus and off-campus housing
- student supports
- academics and choosing the program that’s right for you”
UVic Registration 101 – Computer Science – Virtual 5 pm PT
“If you’ve been admitted to an undergraduate program for September 2025, get a smooth start to your university journey by participating in our program-planning and course-registration webinars for new UVic students.”
UFV Next Steps – Virtual 3 pm PT
“Did you apply to UFV for Fall 2025 and are curious about your next steps? We’ve got you! In this presentation, we’ll be covering where you should be at right now and what your next steps are to prepare for Fall 2025, whether that’s accepting your offer of admission, paying your registration deposit, or preparing for registration.”
May 6
UVic Registration 101 – Humanities, Social Sciences, Science – Virtual 5 pm PT
“If you’ve been admitted to an undergraduate program for September 2025, get a smooth start to your university journey by participating in our program-planning and course-registration webinars for new UVic students.”
May 7
Carleton University Life in Ottawa – Virtual 5 pm ET
“You’ve applied to Carleton University for Fall 2025 – amazing! Now, you might be wondering: what’s it really like to live in Ottawa? Moving to a new city is a big, exciting step, and we want to help you feel confident and excited about making Canada’s capital your new home.
Join our free virtual information session, “Life in Ottawa,” designed especially for students like you who are planning to move here from outside the city.”
May 8
UBC Forestry Undergraduate Information Session – Virtual 4 pm PT
“Are you passionate about the environment, sustainability, and the great outdoors? Do you dream of a career that combines your love for nature with cutting-edge science and innovation?
Join us for an exclusive online information session where we’ll introduce you to the exciting world of forestry and our renowned undergraduate programs.”
UVic Registration 101 – Engineering – Virtual 5 pm PT
“If you’ve been admitted to an undergraduate program for September 2025, get a smooth start to your university journey by participating in our program-planning and course-registration webinars for new UVic students.”
May 10
UBC In-Person Vancouver Campus Tour – In-Person 10 am PT
“Join us on our Vancouver campus for a guided walking tour with a UBC Student Ambassador. After the tour, an advisor will be available to answer your questions about our undergraduate programs, admissions, scholarship opportunities, and more.”
UBC Welcomes You – Okanagan Campus – In-Person 9:30 am PT
“This event is for admitted students to UBC’s Okanagan campus. Time to test-drive your university experience! Get to know UBC Okanagan while meeting current faculty and future classmates in this full-day experience (9:30am-3:00pm)! Login to register.
The day starts with a welcome celebration in the gym, followed by activities and info sessions for both students and parents/guardians. A free BBQ lunch is provided for all guests before you tour lab spaces and spend time with other students admitted to your program. Come spend the day at UBC’s Okanagan campus!”
Carleton 2025 Future Ravens Welcome – In-Person 10:30 am ET
“Future Ravens and their families are invited to join us on campus for our 2025 Future Ravens Welcome event! Meet your future professors, explore the support services available exclusively to you as a Raven, and hear directly from our community about how to thrive at Carleton and beyond.”
May @ Mac Open House 2025 – In-Person 10 am ET
“Explore our beautiful campus, learn about living in residence, discover academic and extracurricular opportunities, and experience our close-knit community at May @ Mac Open House on Saturday, May 10, 2025.”
May 12
UBC Live Virtual Vancouver Campus Tour – Virtual 5 pm PT
“Tune in on Zoom for campus photos and live commentary by UBC Student Ambassadors.”
UBC In-Person Okanagan Campus Tour – In-Person 10 am PT
“Join us on our Okanagan campus for a guided walking tour with a UBC Student Ambassador. After the tour, an advisor will be available to answer your questions about our undergraduate programs, admissions, scholarship opportunities, and more.”
SFU Guided Virtual Campus Tour – Virtual 7:30 am PT
“Discover our vibrant campuses, academic facilities, and student life in a special virtual tour hosted by one of our student ambassadors, who can:
- Lead you on a tour of key locations and notable spots for student use around campus
- Share insight into the student experience at SFU beyond the classroom – the tour highlights spaces where you can build friendships, study, share meals, and engage in recreational activities, clubs, and events
- Learn about our academic excellence – SFU’s academic programs are prominently featured in the tour, with highlights on our state-of-the-art labs, classrooms, and academic buildings
- Answer your questions about student life, our supports and services, faculties, and more
The virtual tour covers all three of our unique campuses – Burnaby, Surrey, and Vancouver – since SFU students can study across all three campuses during their degrees. We’ve also included the nearby communities to give a sense of each area’s amenities and lifestyle.”
May 14
UCalgary Registration 101 – Virtual 7 pm MT
“Join Enrolment Services, alongside UCalgary’s Recruitment and Admissions teams, for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to empower students on their educational journey! This session, running from 7 PM to 8 PM, will leave you feeling confident and in control as you take the next steps in planning your degree.”
Carleton – I have an offer or accepted offer – now what? – Virtual 5 pm ET
“Have an offer from Carleton/accepted your offer from Carleton and are wondering what’s next? Join us to learn about what comes next in your journey to Carleton!”
May 15
UBC Live Virtual Okanagan Campus Tour – Virtual 7 pm PT
“Tune in on Zoom for campus photos and live commentary by UBC Student Ambassadors.”
SFU In-Person Burnaby Campus Tour – In-Person 10 am PT
“Campus tours give you an opportunity to spend some time with a knowledgeable student guide, who can:
- Answer your questions about student life, our supports and services, faculties, and more
- Share insight into the student experience at SFU beyond the classroom
- Lead you on a tour of key locations and notable spots for student use around campus
- We offer regular tours of SFU Burnaby from Tuesday to Friday, and some Saturdays.”
SFU In-Person Surrey Campus Tour – In-Person 2 pm PT
“Campus tours give you an opportunity to spend some time with a knowledgeable student guide, who can:
- Lead you on a tour of key locations and notable spots for student use around campus
- Share insight into the student experience at SFU beyond the classroom
- Answer your questions about student life, our supports and services, faculties, and more
- We offer regular tours of SFU Surrey from Tuesday to Friday, and some Saturdays.”
May 19
CapU Squamish Information Session – Virtual 7 pm PT
“We have three upcoming online information sessions about our new Squamish campus. Learn about the campus, including programs, campus life, housing and more!”
May 21
KPU Next Steps – Virtual 6 pm PT
May 22
UAlberta Grade 11 Matters – Virtual 5 pm MT
“Learn everything there is to know about the importance of grade 11 for admission to the University of Alberta. In this virtual presentation, our advisors will walk you through application components, how we evaluate applications, provide information on our programs, campuses, scholarships, and more!”
Ontario Universities’ Information Sessions – Virtual 5 pm ET
“The virtual Information Sessions bring together Ontario’s universities to inform you about your university options through virtual, live presentations.
Each event is divided into four 30-minute sessions, where you can learn about the universities of your choice and ask questions. Sessions start every half hour. Event schedules are typically available a few weeks before the event.”
Queen’s Living On Campus – Residence & Dining – Virtual 8 pm ET
“Meet the Residence Admission team to learn about the application process and hear from dining experts about the variety of meal plans available. Queen’s is dedicated to providing a welcoming, inclusive living and dining experience to ensure you feel at home from day one.”
May 27
McMaster Your Next Steps: Now to September – Virtual 7 pm ET
“We understand the start of your academic journey can bring a mix of excitement and questions about what lies ahead. To provide you with guidance and clarity, join our webinar to learn about key dates and deadlines and how McMaster can help you with the transition from high school to university.”
May 28
Western Your Next Steps – Virtual 7 pm ET
“Wish you had a checklist of what you need to do after you get an offer to Western? This presentation is for you. We’ll cover residence, finances, courses and more to set you up for your first day.”
May 29
Western Living In Residence – Virtual 7 pm ET
“There’s a community waiting for you at Western and living in residence can help you be successful. Explore the building styles, rooms, dining and amenities.”
June 4
UBC Engineering: Everything You Need to Know – Virtual 5 pm PT
“Engineers solve problems and make the world a better place to live. Discover how engineering impacts your life every day and everything you need to know to become an engineer, beginning with admissions details to UBC Engineering. This session is especially great for younger high school students to learn about the courses you need to take in high school to be eligible for UBC Engineering.”
