Your hub for international supports and experiences at Waterloo

Students walking into the Needles Hall building and around Ring Road

Visit the International Experience Centre (IEC)

Find us on the first floor of Needles Hall, open Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Our immigration consultants can help you through the process of applying and renewing documents — for free!

A peer-support program to help international students feel at home in Waterloo.

To change the world, you have to know the world. Shake up your surroundings and internationalize your degree.

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Events

Thursday, July 24, 2025 10:00 am - 11:30 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

Immigration Information Session: Permanent Residence - Express Entry

Have you been wondering how to become a permanent resident in Canada through the Express Entry system? Join Waterloo's immigration consultants to learn about the Express Entry system and the current requirements to apply for permanent residency under the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class.

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

Immigration Information Session: Navigating Work Policies While Studying

Join Waterloo's immigration consultants to learn about working in Canada as an international student. We will discuss Canadian regulations for working on-campus and off-campus during study terms, scheduled breaks, co-op work terms, and temporary work policies.

Thursday, August 7, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

Immigration Information Sessions: Post-Graduation Work Permit

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.