{"id":8228,"date":"2026-02-10T20:55:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T20:55:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/?page_id=8228"},"modified":"2026-02-10T21:49:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T21:49:21","slug":"arriving-in-canada-what-to-do-your-first-day-week-and-month","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/international-student-welcome-guide\/arriving-in-canada-what-to-do-your-first-day-week-and-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Arriving in Canada: what to do your first\u00a0day,\u00a0week\u00a0and month"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-paragraph\">\n<p>To help you settle in smoothly,&nbsp;here\u2019s&nbsp;a guide for what to focus on during your&nbsp;<strong>first day<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>first week<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>first month<\/strong>&nbsp;here at U of T.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your first day<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-paragraph\">\n<p>Start by taking care of the essentials that will help you feel comfortable and connected.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-list\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Look for the <a href=\"https:\/\/internationalexperience.utoronto.ca\/international-student-services\/resource-and-information-hub\/upon-arrival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U of T Airport Welcome booth<\/a><\/strong> when you land at Toronto Pearson International Airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check in to your residence or housing.<\/strong>&nbsp;Make sure you have your keys, Wi-Fi access, and understand the building rules.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buy essentials.<\/strong>&nbsp;Pick up bedding, toiletries, and groceries.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connect to Wi-Fi and set up email.<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/easi.its.utoronto.ca\/shared-services\/office365\/utmail\/utmail-for-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Log in to your UTmail+ account<\/a>&nbsp;and the campus Wi-Fi to stay informed about university updates.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.utoronto.ca\/alerts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sign up for important campus&nbsp;messages<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong>with the&nbsp;UAlert app.&nbsp;UAlert&nbsp;will&nbsp;notify you&nbsp;of things like campus closures, safety issues, and weather-related incidents.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Come say hi at the Rotman Commerce Front Desk in OISE!<\/strong> This is the place to ask questions, get directions or get a helping hand. <a href=\"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/about\/contact\/\">Directions can be found on the contact page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your first week<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-paragraph\">\n<p>Once&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;settled in, use your first week to get organized and start meeting people.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-list\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tcard.utoronto.ca\/get-your-utorid-tcard\/#newstudents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Get your TCard<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;(student ID).<\/strong>&nbsp;You can use it for building access, the library, and transit discounts.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Explore the U of T campus.<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/map.utoronto.ca\/?id=1809#!ct\/45469?s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the St. George campus map online<\/a>&nbsp;to&nbsp;find key locations like libraries, dining halls, and study spaces. Locate your classrooms and lecture halls before classes start.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set up a Canadian bank account.<\/strong>&nbsp;Most major banks offer student accounts with no fees. Bring your passport, study permit, and proof of enrollment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get a SIM card or phone plan.<\/strong>&nbsp;Reliable communication will make daily life easier.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn about your health care options.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/internationalexperience.utoronto.ca\/international-student-services\/university-health-insurance-plan-uhip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>UHIP (University Health Insurance Plan)<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;is&nbsp;mandatory for international students.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/studentlife.utoronto.ca\/service\/mental-health-clinical-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit the&nbsp;Health &amp; Wellness Centre<\/a>&nbsp;to learn about mental health and medical services.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Familiarize yourself with transportation.<\/strong>&nbsp;Get a PRESTO card for buses,&nbsp;trains,&nbsp;&nbsp;streetcars, and the subway.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/internation-student-welcome-guide\/how-to-get-around-toronto-and-surrounding-area\/\">View our full transit resource here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your first month<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-paragraph\">\n<p>After the first few weeks, focus on building connections and finding balance in your&nbsp;new environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-list\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Attend&nbsp;club fairs and student events.<\/strong>&nbsp;Rotman Commerce and U of T have&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/rotman-commerce-student-groups\/\">hundreds of student groups<\/a>&nbsp;you can join.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/academic-support\/academic-advising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Meet with&nbsp;an&nbsp;academic advisor.<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;They can help you understand your program requirements and course options.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Explore Toronto.<\/strong>&nbsp;Visit areas like&nbsp;Kensignton&nbsp;Market,&nbsp;the Distillery District, and High Park to experience local&nbsp;food,&nbsp;nature&nbsp;and&nbsp;culture.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review your finances.<\/strong>&nbsp;Create a monthly budget for rent, food, transportation, and entertainment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First-year students are automatically enrolled in the <a href=\"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/current-students\/welcome-to-first-year\/first-year-learning-communities-flcs\/\"><strong>First Year Learning Communities<\/strong><\/a> program. Make sure to attend FLC meetings and events to level up your first semester!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get involved in Rotman Commerce student life.&nbsp;<\/strong>Consider <a href=\"https:\/\/rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca\/future-students\/first-year-orientation\/\">signing up for&nbsp;a RCSL student buddy<\/a>&nbsp;during orientation.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rc-utoronto-csm.symplicity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View all events in RC Portal.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper block-wrapper-paragraph\">\n<p>Check out the&nbsp;International Education Centre website&nbsp;for a comprehensive&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/internationalexperience.utoronto.ca\/international-student-services\/resource-and-information-hub\/upon-arrival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">international arrival checklist<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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