International student community

Studying in Québec City: A unique adventure

Studying in Québec is a unique adventure: one of learning, discovery, and encounters. Whether you are still finalizing your plans, have just arrived, or have already started classes, take advantage of this useful information and our personalized services to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Look through the sections below to learn about the resources available to you, as well as tips and activities to help you make the most of your time in Québec. Our goal is to help you settle in and support you throughout your entire time at Université Laval.

Planning your stay 
in Canada

Planning to come to Canada

Pre-departure information sessions, when to arrive, insurance, plane tickets, immigration documents, and getting to campus: everything you need to know to prepare for your arrival.

Preparing for your first semester

Learn how to submit your legal documents, register for courses, and meet Université Laval’s language and academic integrity requirements.

Student orientation service

From the moment you arrive to your last day on campus, our orientation service is here to help you figure out life in Québec and point you to resources and university services. 

Life and culture in Québec

Find resources to learn more about Québec culture, the healthcare system, managing finances in Québec, and available services, especially if you are bringing your family.

Complete checklist

Download a checklist with everything you need to do to prepare to come to Québec, along with tips and tricks to settle in once you arrive.

Aide-mémoire - Accueil et intégration (PDF)
Checklist: Preparing for You Arrival (PDF)

Orientation activities

Join students from Université Laval, elsewhere in Québec, and beyond for a variety of on- and off-campus activities to experience Québec life in a whole new way.

Off-campus activities include transportation to and from Université Laval.

Immigration

Workshops and information sessions

The Student Life Office holds a number of workshops and information sessions throughout the year to help you with your immigration process.

Schedule of immigration workshops and information sessions

Procedures and documents

Learn how to obtain and renew your immigration documents and legally stay in Canada after your studies. This page also has information on health and hospitalization insurance, work permits, social insurance numbers (SINs), and complying with your visa. 

One-on-one immigration consultations

Did our website and information sessions not have the information you needed? You can schedule a one-on-one appointment with an immigration advisor.

Housing and everyday life

Find useful information on housing, transportation, and other services to help you settle into life in Québec City.

Moving to Québec City

Student Life Office (BVE)

Throughout your stay at Université Laval, the Bureau de la vie étudiante (BVE) is your point of reference to facilitate your arrival in Canada, your installation and your integration into the university community.

418 656-2765
information@bve.ulaval.ca 

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