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The International Centre (IC) offers various supports and services for all international students, including: 

Drop-in immigration advising (in person)
Monday – Friday, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time)
The IC offers drop-in immigration advising on a first-come, first-served basis. Drop-in sessions are no longer than 30 minutes. If you need to book advising for longer than 30 minutes, . Drop-in sessions are also available on the Sexton Campus (Melda Murray Student Centre) on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Drop-in academic advising (in person)
Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) 
A Student Success Advisor from the  will have a drop-in session at the IC every week. This advisor supports undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Science, and first-year Engineering students. 

Writing Centre sessions (in person and )
Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) 
Our International Student Writing Advisor will be at the IC for virtual and in-person writing appointments. .  

Ombudsperson (in person) 
Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time) 
The  is available to all ÑÇÖÞ91ÊÓƵ students for free, confidential, impartial, and independent support to help resolve any university-related concerns. Some examples include: 

• Providing general resource information and making appropriate referrals
• Identifying and explaining relevant university processes/policies 
• Working with students to explore and strategize options for problem-solving 
• Listening and providing an objective perspective

Monday Night Meal is a free food program offered to current Dal students by Multifaith Services and the International Centre. Through the fall semester, meals will be served every Monday between September 15 and December 8 (except for holidays when campus is closed). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and food will be served while supplies last. Join us for a delicious meal and a sense of community on campus! Check our Instagram account (@) closer to the day to know more about the menu and the campus partner hosting the meal. Interested in volunteering and or sharing your food with the wider campus community?Email mnmeal@dal.ca!

Check back soon for upcoming workshops.

Immigration Essentials (for new incoming international students)
Congratulations on being admitted to ÑÇÖÞ91ÊÓƵ! The next step in the process is to apply for the immigration documents that you will need to enter Canada and begin your studies at Dal. Join International Centre and Admissions staff for an . At this session, we will provide you with more information about study permits, study permit renewals, Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs), co-op work permits, and changing DLIs (transfer students). In the meantime, be sure to check our  for more information and instructions.

Games Night
Twice a month, the IC hosts a games night. Upcoming dates are September 26, October 10, and October 24 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Drop by to enjoy snacks, friendly competition, and different games for you and your friends.

International Student Career Week
The IC will be hosting events and workshops between October 14-20 as part of International Student Career Week. These events will help you get started on your career readiness journey so that you can be fully prepared to apply for jobs in time for the  (the biggest career fair in Halifax) on October 21. Events will include a Resume Writing Workshop, LinkedIn Profile Bootcamp, Strategizing for the Halifax Universities Career Fair, Elevator Pitch Bootcamp, and more. Full program details will be announced on October 1 on the IC’s .