Student success resources to help reach your goals

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It's okay to ask for help, and that's why we're here! Everyone's journey to success looks different because it is different.

Whether you're just getting started at Waterloo, looking to improve your study skills, want to develop your leadership style, need immigration advice, or are dreaming of an international excursion, we’ve got your back. Because the success of every student — at university, in life and into the future — is our priority.

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  1. Mar. 18, 2024International Experience Centre opening spring 2024 

    The Student Success Office’s (SSO) international student services, intercultural skills training and study abroad team will move to the new International Experience Centre (IEC) in spring 2024. 

  2. Apr. 30, 2024End of temporary public policy allowing full-time work off-campus

    In October 2022, IRCC announced that study permit holders in Canada meeting certain conditions could work more than 20 hours per week for off-campus employers.  This policy went into effect on November 15, 2022 and was extended until April 30, 2024.  

  3. Apr. 22, 2024Introducing the Community Leadership Certificate

    Bridge gaps and break barriers with the Community Leadership Certificate (CLC). Learn to build trusting relationships, foster collaboration and become a curiosity-driven leader. 

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  1. May 8, 2024Co-op Work Permit – Spring 2024

    Join Waterloo's immigration consultants for an online session to learn how to apply for a co-op work permit. 

  2. May 13, 2024Social Insurance Number – Spring 2024

    Join a representative from Service Canada to learn more about your Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN). 

  3. May 21, 2024Immigration Information Sessions: Post-Graduation Work Permit (Spring 2024)

    Are you an international student who will be completing your program soon? Are you hoping to remain in Canada and work full-time? Join Waterloo's immigration consultants to learn what options are available to you.

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