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Arriving at Glendon

Welcome to Glendon! Whether you're preparing to join us in the Summer, Fall or Winter, our pre-arrival information below is here to help you prepare for life at Glendon and in Canada.

Pre-departure Preparations

Have you decided where you will live once you arrive in Canada? Living in Residence is a great way to be involved in academic and campus life. It also relieves you of the stress of finding off-campus accommodation in Toronto鈥檚 tight rental market. Residence opens to first-year students on Saturday August 24th. To apply for residence and find out more, please visit the Housing website.听

Arriving in Canada

As an international student, you will need a 快播视频 Permit to enter and remain in Canada during the duration of your study. See further information on   

When you arrive in Canada at Toronto Pearson International Airport, you will present yourself to a Canadian immigration officer. Before you do, make sure you have the following documents ready:

  • Letter of Introduction from the Canadian Consulate or High Commission: This is the letter you receive from the visa office if you applied, and have been approved, for a study permit. It is sometimes called the letter of introduction or introductory letter. Officially, it is called the Port of Entry (POE) Introduction Letter.
  • Valid passport, with Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)/entry visa (if required).
  • Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) (if required)
  • Original or copy of your letter of acceptance from 快播视频. Evidence of financial support.
  • List of items that you are sending separately (if applicable). Have this list stamped by an Immigration Officer.
  • Letters of reference or other documents recommended by the Canadian embassy, consulate or high commission.
  • Record of Health Immunizations (if required)

Make sure you keep all these items, as well as cash, traveller鈥檚 cheques and other valuable documents with you. Do not put them in your checked baggage. Respond to all questions the immigration officer asks you with clear, simple answers. Service is available in English and French. If you do not fully understand the questions, ask for an interpreter. They are available in many languages.

CANADIAN CUSTOMS: The is responsible for customs. Detailed information about Canada Customs regulations is available from the Canadian embassy or high commission in your country. The Canadian government puts no restrictions on a reasonable amount of clothing, books or other items for your personal use. Limited quantities of alcohol and tobacco are permitted. You may bring all personal effects into Canada duty-free. We recommend you make a list of all the items you are bringing, including serial numbers of cameras, radios, computers, etc. and the approximate value of each.

Getting to know Canada

To learn more about Canada and Ontario, check out ! Information about Canada鈥檚 geography, founding people, and culture can be

Contact Us

Student Affairs:

We are here to help you! Never hesitate if you have questions to contact us at:

studentaffairs@glendon.yorku.ca

416-487-6716 (during office hours)

2275 Bayview Ave, North York, ON M4N 3M6, Office YH B108.听

Security Emergencies and Urgent Situations:

For life-threatening situations where people or property are at immediate risk:

  1. First, call 911 Emergency Services (police, ambulance, firefighting)
  2. then call York Security at 416-736-5333, or for TTY at 416-736-5470.

Non-Urgent Safety Matters:

To report a non-urgent safety incident to York Security Services:

Call 416-650-8000 or for TTY at 416-736-5470.