Settlement services for international students
Settlement Services helps international students prepare for and successfully transition to life in Canada and Edmonton. These services provide practical information before arrival and throughout a student’s time at the University of Alberta. Topics include finding housing, understanding Canadian health care and insurance, bringing family members, managing finances, navigating winter conditions, getting around campus and the city, recognizing scams, and understanding Canadian cannabis laws. The goal is to help students feel informed, confident, and supported as they settle into their academic and personal lives.
Service Offerings
- Housing resources (on-campus and off-campus)
- Health care and insurance information
- Family settlement resources
- Financial planning resources
- Winter preparation in Edmonton
- Transportation and getting around
- Campus and city orientation resources
- Scam awareness education
- Information on cannabis laws and regulations
Location
142 TELUS Centre
Hours of Operation
Online resources: available 24/7
In-person and virtual advisor support: available during regular International Student Services advising hours
In-person and virtual advisor support: available during regular International Student Services advising hours
What to Expect
Settlement Services provide reliable, up-to-date online information year-round, with staff support available during business hours. Resources are designed to be clear and practical, and students can access self-serve materials or contact International Student Services for guidance and referrals as needed.Cost
No charge for serviceSpecial Conditions
- Resources are general information
- Some services have eligibility or applications
- Certain topics need personalized advice
Contact
780-492-2692Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students
Home Campus: All
Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Virtual/Phone Meeting, Email/Ticket/Form, Webpage
Access: By Appointment, Access anytime
Service Provider: International Education + Enrolment
Language: English