Orientation

ORIENTATION WEEK

Orientation Week is your official introduction to life at Columbia College—and it’s packed with opportunities to explore, connect, and have fun!

Here’s what you can look forward to:

Guided campus tours & meet-your-professor sessions
Student life and academic success workshops
Wellness tips, games, and social events
Free food and a chance to meet fellow students from around the world

KEY COLLEGE ORIENTATION DATES

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Aug 18 2026

University Student Orientation Dates Connect with your Student Engagement Ambassador (SEA)

all day

Aug 28 2026

University Student Orientation Dates Deadline to Complete Enrollment Confirmation Form

all day

Sep 4 2026

University Student Orientation Dates New Student Orientation

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

ENROLLMENT CONFIRMATION

All new students are required to confirm your enrollment for Fall 2026 Semester by completing this form.

Important: The deadline to submit your enrollment confirmation is Friday, August 28.

Fill in the form

VOLUNTEER FOR ORIENTATION

Volunteering for Orientation takes place the week prior to the start of each semester.

Orientation Leaders make a new student’s transition to their Canadian College experience positive and exciting!

Want to get involved? Join us now!

APPLY NOW

Other important information

What is a Student Engagement Ambassador?

What is an Orientation Leader?

Your Orientation Leader (OL) will:

• Mentor you through Orientation to help you succeed and thrive in your first semester
• Provide tutorials and information guides on important steps to follow
• Introduce you to the campus and safety procedures to follow
• Support you in meeting other students and making new friends
• Help make sure that you are prepared to begin classes

Orientation & Travelling

If you are planning to travel during or after Orientation, you still need to attend the relevant sessions and complete your registration.

University students – Registering early will allow you more time to prepare for your classes.

Secondary students – Registration will be done by appointment with an Academic Advisor

Before travelling to Vancouver, check out our Living in Vancouver page for more information on the climate, transportation, banking information, and much more!