George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Get your questions answered, tour campuses, and meet our community at Orientation events
These events are optional but highly recommended so that you aren't stuck on the first day of class!
Planning on attending one of these events, and want to ensure that we have the right accommodations for you? Email us at orientation@georgebrown.ca with the event title, date and time, and we'll do our best to make this accessible to you!
Please note that events and any associated prizes or giveaways are intended for current registered students, unless otherwise stated.
Events
Events
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OWN Your Journey is a virtual workshop series for new students starting in Fall 2026 Learn how to connect with others, get involved, explore student communities, and build belonging at George Brown. Starting at George Brown is not only about classes
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OWN Your Journey is a virtual workshop series for new students starting in Fall 2026 Learn about career supports, resources, and guidance available to help you start planning for your future goals. It is never too early to start thinking about your
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OWN Your Journey is a virtual workshop series for new students starting in Fall 2026 Get to know your Student Association and learn how they support you through services, advocacy, clubs, and events. Your Student Association is here to support you
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International Student Pre-arrival Orientation will cover topics ranging from immigration, arrival at the airport, getting to Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), housing options, documents to carry with you, and other relevant information that
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Students who are arriving at George Brown Polytechnic straight from high school and are interested in receiving accessibility support are invited to Accessible Learning Services' (ALS) Transition to Success Workshops. These virtual workshops will
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This in person event is designed to help new international students transition into post-secondary life. You'll learn about academic integrity, classroom culture, Canada 101, personal support services, and finding part-time work in Canada. After you
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Explore our campuses, get introduced to your program and faculty, and meet your new communities before classes start! Orientation locations and dates: St. James — September 1, 2026 Waterfront — September 2, 2026 Casa Loma — September 3, 2026 Register
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Explore our campuses, get introduced to your program and faculty, and meet your new communities before classes start! Orientation locations and dates: St. James — September 1, 2026 Waterfront — September 2, 2026 Casa Loma — September 3, 2026 Register
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Explore our campuses, get introduced to your program and faculty, and meet your new communities before classes start! Orientation locations and dates: St. James — September 1, 2026 Waterfront — September 2, 2026 Casa Loma — September 3, 2026 Register
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Join us for the new international student orientation! This event is for new international students only who will start their programs in the Fall 2026 term. We are excited to have you start at George Brown and would like to invite you to the New
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Join us for the new international student orientation! This event is for new international students only who will start their programs in the Fall 2026 term. We are excited to have you start at George Brown and would like to invite you to the New