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International Student Orientation Fall 2024
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Wednesday, August 14
 

10:00am PDT

Early arriving students Check-in
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops, bring your study permit if applicable with you please and thank you!
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

10:00am PDT

Early Check-in Center special: Canadian Banks, Local Cell Phone Providers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
- Banking
- Cell phone plans
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

10:00am PDT

Early Check-in Center special: Medical Insurance
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
Learn about medical insurance and sign up for the British Columbia Medical Service Plan (MSP).
Apply online: https://my.gov.bc.ca/msp/application/prepare

More about medical insurance for new students you can find here: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in
 
Wednesday, August 21
 

10:00am PDT

Early arriving students Check-in
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
Come check in with us if you are already in Kamloops, bring your study permit if applicable with you please and thank you!
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

10:00am PDT

Early Check-in Center special: Canadian Banks, Local Cell Phone Providers
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
- Banking
- Cell phone plans
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

10:00am PDT

Early Check-in Center special: Medical Insurance
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
Learn about medical insurance and sign up for the British Columbia Medical Service Plan (MSP).
Apply online: https://my.gov.bc.ca/msp/application/prepare

More about medical insurance for new students you can find here: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
Wednesday August 21, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in
 
Thursday, August 22
 

9:30am PDT

Airport Reception
Thursday August 22, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport
During the Arrival Reception, TRU staff and student volunteers are at the Kamloops Airport to welcome you. A TRU bus will pick you up from the Kamloops Airport and drop you off at your residence.

Homestay students are met by their host family at a pre-arranged arrival time.

For students arriving before or after the dates above, Taxi/shuttle service is available at the airport. Taxis cost approximately CAD$40 and Shuttle bus approximately $20. There is also a free telephone you can use to call the taxi companies (Yellow cabs and Kami cabs), located on the wall inside the Kamloops Airport terminal building.
Students who arrive by bus can also call a taxi service below.

  • Yellow Cabs: 250-374-3333
  • Kami Cabs: 250-374-9999 or kamidispatch@gmail.com
  • Airport Shuttle: 250-314-4803
  • Uride (similar to Uber)
Thursday August 22, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport 3035 Airport Road, Kamloops, BC
  Airport Reception
 
Friday, August 23
 

9:30am PDT

Airport Reception
Friday August 23, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport
During the Arrival Reception, TRU staff and student volunteers are at the Kamloops Airport to welcome you. A TRU bus will pick you up from the Kamloops Airport and drop you off at your residence.

Homestay students are met by their host family at a pre-arranged arrival time.

For students arriving before or after the dates above, Taxi/shuttle service is available at the airport. Taxis cost approximately CAD$40 and Shuttle bus approximately $20. There is also a free telephone you can use to call the taxi companies (Yellow cabs and Kami cabs), located on the wall inside the Kamloops Airport terminal building.
Students who arrive by bus can also call a taxi service below.

  • Yellow Cabs: 250-374-3333
  • Kami Cabs: 250-374-9999 or kamidispatch@gmail.com
  • Airport Shuttle: 250-314-4803
  • Uride (similar to Uber)
Friday August 23, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport 3035 Airport Road, Kamloops, BC
  Airport Reception
 
Saturday, August 24
 

9:30am PDT

Airport Reception
Saturday August 24, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport
During the Arrival Reception, TRU staff and student volunteers are at the Kamloops Airport to welcome you. A TRU bus will pick you up from the Kamloops Airport and drop you off at your residence.

Homestay students are met by their host family at a pre-arranged arrival time.

For students arriving before or after the dates above, Taxi/shuttle service is available at the airport. Taxis cost approximately CAD$40 and Shuttle bus approximately $20. There is also a free telephone you can use to call the taxi companies (Yellow cabs and Kami cabs), located on the wall inside the Kamloops Airport terminal building.
Students who arrive by bus can also call a taxi service below.

  • Yellow Cabs: 250-374-3333
  • Kami Cabs: 250-374-9999 or kamidispatch@gmail.com
  • Airport Shuttle: 250-314-4803
  • Uride (similar to Uber)
Saturday August 24, 2024 9:30am - 11:30pm PDT
Kamloops Airport 3035 Airport Road, Kamloops, BC
  Airport Reception
 
Monday, August 26
 

9:00am PDT

Check-in Center special: Canadian Banks, Local Cell Phone Providers
Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
- Banking
- Cell phone plans

Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

9:00am PDT

Check-in Center special: Check in and Registration
Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
Come and check in with us.

Please bring your passport, study permit and original transcripts if you have not yet submitted them yet.
If you need to take English Placement or Math Test, you will be assigned date and time at the Welcome Centre.

We have a lot more prepared for you!
  • Meet with a Canadian Bank representative and open a student account right here!
  • Connect your cell phone with a local provider
  • Learn about medical insurance and sign up for the British Columbia Medical Service Plan (MSP).
  • Explore the TRU campus and learn about some secret study places by going for a campus tour with a  TRU student volunteer.
Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in

9:00am PDT

Check-in Center special: Medical Insurance
Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
Learn about medical insurance and sign up for the British Columbia Medical Service Plan (MSP).
Apply online: https://my.gov.bc.ca/msp/application/prepare

More about medical insurance for new students you can find here: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/medical-insurance.html
Monday August 26, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm PDT
TBA
  International Student Check-in
 
Thursday, August 29
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Thursday August 29, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd Floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Come join us for a breakfast and meet the awesome staff members of TRU along with the volunteers who will help in making your  first experience at TRU a smooth sailing and memorable one.
Thursday August 29, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd Floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Food

9:00am PDT

Orientation Grand Opening Ceremony
Thursday August 29, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Come join us for a breakfast and meet the awesome staff members of TRU along with the volunteers who will help in making your  first experience at TRU a smooth sailing and memorable one.
Thursday August 29, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Orientation Session

10:00am PDT

Get to Know your International Student Advisors Team (for English speaking students)
Thursday August 29, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
This session is customized specifically for you as an international student!

In this session you will learn about how to adjust to your new life in Kamloops, and at TRU. You will also learn about the best places to go to in Kamloops for recreation, outdoor activities, shopping, groceries and much more.
Find out who your International Student Advisers are, and why they are your most valuable resource.
Thursday August 29, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  ISA Session

11:30am PDT

Sustainable TRU
Thursday August 29, 2024 11:30am - 11:50pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
TRU is a global leader in sustainability! With a group or on your own, there are many ways you can make a contribution to sustainability at TRU and in the community. Join our green community!
​https://www.tru.ca/sustainability.html​​​
Thursday August 29, 2024 11:30am - 11:50pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources

11:50am PDT

TRU Aramark Food Services Presentation
Thursday August 29, 2024 11:50am - 12:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
What and where to eat at TRU: https://www.tru.ca/current/campus-services/food-services.html
Thursday August 29, 2024 11:50am - 12:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Thursday August 29, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Campus Activity Centre, CAC
Food!
Thursday August 29, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Campus Activity Centre, CAC
  Food

1:00pm PDT

Housing Info Session - Living On & Off Campus & in Homestay
Thursday August 29, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Learn about all types of housing in ONE session:

- Off Campus: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/housing/off-campus-housing-rentals.html
- On Campus: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/housing.html
- Homestay: https://www.tru.ca/truworld/new-students/housing/homestay.html
Thursday August 29, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Orientation Session

2:15pm PDT

Safe and Sound: Do's and Don'ts in Canada
Thursday August 29, 2024 2:15pm - 3:30pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Do you want to explore how things are similar or different from back home? Learn what is acceptable and not acceptable behavior in Canada, how to stay out of trouble while you are attending an educational institution. Joined by Safety Advisor to TRU.
Speakers
avatar for Cassie Greenough

Cassie Greenough

Director of Student Affairs
avatar for Amber Huva

Amber Huva

Sexualized Violence Prevention & Response Manager
avatar for Henry Chan

Henry Chan

Safety Advisor, Office of Safety & Emergency Management
Thursday August 29, 2024 2:15pm - 3:30pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources
 
Friday, August 30
 

8:30am PDT

Breakfast
Friday August 30, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd Floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Come join us for a breakfast and meet the awesome staff members of TRU along with the volunteers who will help in making your  first experience at TRU a smooth sailing and memorable one.
Friday August 30, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
Terrace Room, 2nd Floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Food

9:30am PDT

Studying and Working in Canada
Friday August 30, 2024 9:30am - 11:00am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
This is the session that covers everything you need to know about study and work in Canada.

Part one - 9:30 to 10:00am will be about career and experiential learning, also known as a plan for Success. This session will help you to navigate on campus resources with Career Education and build your toolbox for future career goals.

*** exchange students can leave Grand Hall and join Study Abroad session together with visiting students at 10am.

Part two from 10:00 to 11:00am will explain the importance of visa/study permit and interpret the rules of working in British Columbia. International students` rights and responsibilities in an educational institution will be discussed.
Friday August 30, 2024 9:30am - 11:00am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources

10:00am PDT

Session for exchange (study abroad) students. Visiting students can join too!
Friday August 30, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
TBA
Learn everything about your exchange!
https://www.tru.ca/studyabroad.html
Friday August 30, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
TBA
  Orientation Session

11:00am PDT

Meet your TRU Student Union (TRUSU)!
Friday August 30, 2024 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
The TRU Students' Union is the membership organization of the more than 10000 students studying at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, BC. TRUSU advocates for students, provides services, organizes events and administers grants. Visit https://trusu.ca/ to see what your Union does for you as a student!

https://www.tru.ca/current/student-life/students-union.html

TRUSU Services ->
The Common Grounds coffee shop
The TRUSU Bursary
UPASS bus pass
An extended health and dental plan
Emergency food security
Common Voices Lecture
Movie nights
Clubs List
Start a club

Speakers
NL

Nathan Lane

Executive Director, TRUSU
Friday August 30, 2024 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Friday August 30, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Campus Activity Centre, CAC
Food!
Friday August 30, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Campus Activity Centre, CAC
  Food

1:00pm PDT

Orientation session continued & TBC
Friday August 30, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC)
Friday August 30, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Grand Hall, 2nd floor, Campus Activity Centre (CAC) 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8, Canada
  Campus Resources
 
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