Bishop’s University

Webinars and Workshops

These webinars and workshops are aimed at new international students preparing for their arrival and for returning students on legal and administrative issues related to their status.

International Students’ Virtual Office

Do you have questions about your international student status? Your obligations? Your arrival? Come and meet our Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIA). These sessions are a 5-10 minute drop-in meeting period on Zoom. When you come to the Virtual Office, you will be placed automatically in a waiting room. Please be patient and wait until you are admitted. Depending on the time of year, there may be quite a few students in line! To help us help you, please come prepared with your Bishop’s student ID number so that we can easily find your file. Come knock on the door of our virtual office!

Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. EST.

Access our virtual office

Do you have questions about your international student status? Your obligations? Your arrival? Do you have any questions about mobility opportunities abroad that may be available to you? Come and meet the Bishop’s International team to find answers to your questions!

The staff of Bishop’s International is located in Norton (204-205-206).

Drop-in hours: In-person drop-ins will resume in the Fall semester; details will be available at a later time.

Immigration Questions?

International students with immigration questions can come to the Virtual Office, or write to international@ubishops.ca.

As an international student, your Bishop’s adventure starts before your first class. Each fall and winter, Bishop’s International is pleased to welcome new international students to campus. By participating in International Welcome, you will have the opportunity to meet new friends, discover campus, get settled into residence and begin your Canadian journey with confidence.

Take note that International Welcome takes place prior to the start of the semester.

Mark your calendar!

Fall 2026 International Welcome will take place on Thursday, September 3rd.  

Early Residence Move-In

New international students living on campus and registered for International Welcome will be able to move in to their residence as of Wednesday, September 2nd.

Arriving on your own?

Residence move-in begins at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, September 2nd.

Need transportation from Montreal?

In Fall 2026, Bishop’s International will offer two shuttle buses from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to campus on Wednesday, September 2nd. Please make sure you reserve your seat when registering for International Welcome.

  • 3:00 PM departure from YUL
  • 9:00 PM departure from YUL

Take note that your flight must arrive a minimum of three hours prior to the shuttle departure.

Registration

International students who have accepted their offer of admission received an email invitation to register for International Welcome in early June and mid-July.

Deadline to register: Friday, August 14, 2026

An online make-up session will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM for students who were unable to attend International Welcome.

Questions? Write to international@ubishops.ca.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Bishop’s community this September!

Are you an international student who has been admitted to Bishop’s for the Fall 2026 semester? Our series of workshops to help you prepare your arrival started in November 2025!  By making plans to attend these webinars, you are taking steps to better prepare your arrival at Bishop’s.

Missed a webinar? If you have accepted your offer of admission, with the exception of the Canadian Financial System workshop, you can consult copies of the presentations on the myBU portal by going to the Bishop’s International section.

Health insurance & Healthcare in Quebec

Imminent departure: The final preparations

I am still waiting for my immigration documents, what should I do?

Our series of workshops to help you prepare your arrival will start in August 2026.  By making plans to attend these webinars, you are taking steps to better prepare your arrival at Bishop’s.

Missed a webinar? If you have accepted your offer of admission, with the exception of the Canadian Financial System workshop, you can consult copies of the presentations on the myBU portal by going to the Bishop’s International section.

After your admission: Applying for your Immigration Documents

We encourage you to read the detailed information on our website about applying for your immigration documents based on your situation. Immigration information is subject to change, so in addition to attending our webinars please ensure that you are validating information on the government websites.

Accompanying Family Members

This workshop is for Master’s degree students who will be accompanied by their spouse and/or minor children during their studies. The goal of this workshop is to review the immigration documents that family members will need and to provide general information about related topics including health insurance and getting settled in Sherbrooke.

Pre-departure Session for Incoming Exchange Students

After your immigration documents, plan your housing accommodations and arrival in Canada

What do I pack in my suitcase?

Health insurance & Healthcare in Quebec

Introduction to the Canadian Financial System

  • Date to be determined.

Winter Readiness

Imminent departure: The final preparations

I am still waiting for my immigration documents, what should I do?

Our series of workshops to help you prepare your arrival will start in November 2026!  By starting early and making plans to attend these webinars, you are taking steps to better prepare your arrival at Bishop’s.

Missed a webinar? If you have accepted your offer of admission, with the exception of the Canadian Financial System workshop, you can consult copies of the presentations on the myBU portal by going to the Bishop’s International section.

After your admission: Applying for your Immigration Documents

We encourage you to read the detailed information on our website about applying for your immigration documents based on your situation. Immigration information is subject to change, so in addition to attending our webinars please ensure that you are validating information on the government websites.

Immigration Workshop for international students who have been studying elsewhere  in Canada (Cegep, other Universities)

Accompanying Family Members

This workshop is for Master’s degree students who will be accompanied by their spouse and/or minor children during their studies. The goal of this workshop is to review the immigration documents that family members will need and to provide general information about related topics including health insurance and getting settled in Sherbrooke.

Information session for the Parents of Fall 2027 Admitted International Students

This optional session will aim to answer questions that the parents of incoming international undergraduate students may have. Topics will include our role at Bishop’s International, an overview of the immigration documents that international students need, and mandatory health insurance. Slides will be presented in a bilingual (English/French) format.

Pre-departure Session for Incoming Fall 2027 Exchange Students

  • April 2027, date to be determined. 

After your immigration documents, plan your housing accommodations and arrival in Canada

  • May 2027, date to be confirmed.

Introduction to the Canadian Financial System

  • Spring 2027, date to be confirmed.

What do I pack in my suitcase?

  • July 2027, date to be confirmed.

Health insurance & Healthcare in Quebec

  • July 2027, date to be confirmed.

Imminent departure: The final preparations

  • August 2027, date to be confirmed.

I am still waiting for my immigration documents, what should I do?

  • September 2027, date to be confirmed.

Tax obligations for international students (online webinar)

The Canada Revenue Agency is unable to offer their tax obligation workshop this season.  We encourage you to make use of their online resources and tools.

CAQ and Study Permit Renewal Process (online)

Each semester, workshops on the CAQ and study permit renewal are offered on a monthly basis. Prior to attending our workshop, please read about the renewal process on our website and come prepared to ask your questions. The immigration landscape has been rapidly evolving since January 2024 – and continues to evolve. Even if you have previously had to renew your documents, do not assume that the process will be same. Attend this webinar to make sure you are up to date!

A copy of this presentation is also available for consultation on the Bishop’s International section of the myBU portal.

Post-Graduation Work Permit: What you need to know for your application (online)

A copy of the presentation is available for consultation on the Bishop’s International section of the myBU portal.

Pathways to Permanent Residence

From time to time, IRCC hosts information sessions in both French and English. Please visit their website to sign up, linked here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/virtual-sessions.html