What’s happening on campus?

Stay up to date with what’s happening on campus for students throughout the term. Check the Registrar’s Office Important Dates calendar for important registration dates, such as confirmed exam periods and course drop dates.

For updates on health and safety planning for the fall 2022 term, see the University's COVID-19 Information website.

  1. 2022
    1. May
      1. " "
        Spring 2022 term begins

        Lectures and classes at Waterloo begin on Monday, May 2. The co-op work term begins on May 2, though actual start dates may vary depending on employer or student requirements.

      2. " "
        Victoria Day (University holiday)

        All campus offices are closed Monday, May 23.

    2. Jun
      1. " "
        Deadline for First-Year Guarantee Residence Application

        If you are an incoming first-year or transfer student for Fall 2022, secure your spot in residence by completing the FYGRA form prior to the June 1 deadline.

      2. " "
        Check your email for the Campus Housing Preference Form

        The Campus Housing preference form allows students to tell Campus Housing which buildings they’d like to live in, their preference of single, double or suite style rooms and if they’d like to live with a roommate.

    3. Jul
      1. " "
        Canada Day (University holiday)

        All campus offices are closed and classes are cancelled Friday, July 1. 

      2. "Health Waterloo Ready"
        Health Ready Day
      3. "Arts Waterloo Ready"
        Arts Ready Day
      4. "Engineering Waterloo Ready"
        Engineering Ready Day
      5. "Environment Waterloo Ready"
        Environment Ready Day
      6. "Science Waterloo Ready"
        Science Ready Day
      7. "Math Waterloo Ready"
        Math Ready Day
      8. "LIVE"
        Get Canada Ready: Webinar
      9. "LIVE"
        Waterloo Ready: Parent and Supporter Welcome
      10. "LIVE"
        Get Ready for Residence Webinar
      11. "LIVE"
        Get Ready for Co-op
    4. Aug
      1. " "
        Civic Day (University holiday)

        All campus offices are closed and classes are cancelled Monday, August 1.

      2. "LIVE"
        Get Ready for Understanding your Finances
      3. "LIVE"
        Get Canada Ready: Ask Me Anything
      4. "LIVE"
        Waterloo Ready: International Parent & Supporter Panel
      5. "LIVE"
        Waterloo Ready: Parent and Supporter Panel
      6. "LIVE"
        Get Canada Ready: Ask Me Anything
      7. " "
        Fall 2022 tuition and fees due

        Students must become Fees Arranged for the fall 2022 term by August 23.

      8. "LIVE"
        Get Ready For Campus AMA
    5. Sep
      1. " "
        Fall Orientation

        Waterloo Orientation is your student’s official welcome to the University of Waterloo, taking place September 3-10, 2022. International students will be invited to attend International Orientation taking place September 1-3, 2022.

      2. " "
        Labour Day (University holiday)

        All campus offices are closed Monday, September 5.

      3. " "
        First day of fall term classes

        Lectures and classes at Waterloo begin on Wednesday, September 7. 

      4. " "
        Fall Welcome Week

        Beginning on Monday, September 12, students are invited to participate in a week of free events and activities on campus hosted by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association.

    6. Oct
      1. " "
        Canadian Thanksgiving and Fall Reading Week

        Campus is closed on October 10 for Thanksgiving Day. There are no classes October 8-16, but campus is open.

    7. Dec
      1. " "
        Last day of classes

        December 6 is the last day of fall term classes. Check the Registrar's Important Dates for exam dates. 

      2. " "
        University holiday closure

        All campus offices are closed from December 24, 2022 to January 2, 2023. 

  2. 2023
    1. Jan
      1. " "
        Winter 2023 term begins

        The co-op work term begins on Tuesday, January 9, though actual start dates may vary depending on employer or student requirements. Lectures and classes at Waterloo begin on Wednesday, January 9.

      2. " "
        Winter Welcome Week

        Beginning on Monday, January 16, students are invited to participate in a week of free events and activities on campus hosted by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association.

    2. Feb
      1. " "
        Family Day and Winter Reading Week

        Campus is closed on February 20 for Family Day. There are no classes February 18-26, but campus is open.

      2. " "
        Tuition tax receipts available

        If your student is looking to get started on taxes, their official T2202A Tuition, Education and Textbook Amount Certificate will be available on Quest by the end of February.

    3. Apr
      1. " "
        Good Friday (University holiday)

        All campus offices are closed and exams are cancelled Friday, April 7.

      2. " "
        Last day of classes

        April 10 is the last day of winter term classes. Check the Registrar’s Important Dates for exam dates.