International Students


IMS Resources

IMS resources for international students

The IMS welcomes students from all over the world. There are many support services available both within the IMS and across the University of Toronto to help the transition and integration into your graduate studies and life in Toronto.

The IMS website has compiled a series of resources to support international students studying at the University of Toronto.

Access these resources here.

The IMS International Students’ Welcome Package

The IMS welcomes students from all over the world. There are many support services available both within the IMS and across the University of Toronto to help the transition and integration into your graduate studies and life in Toronto.

The IMS website has compiled a series of resources to support international students studying at the University of Toronto.

Read the Welcome Package here.

IMS International Community (student group)

This student group was created to facilitate the communication between international students currently enrolled at the IMS and to promote an authentic, dynamic, and supportive international student community.

Meet fellow international students and participate in engaging activities! This group runs a monthly seminar series event as well as informal biweekly meetings.

Visit their website here.

U of T Resources

Student Life Q & A

Questions about applying for a study permit? Visitor visas for your family members? Immigration, citizenship, or navigating Canadian border security as a student?

Student Life has outlined answers and tips on all these common-questions and more asked by international students studying at U of T.

Visit their FAQs here.

Updated COVID-19 FAQs, Office of the Vice-Provost

The entire University community is focused on maintaining a safe and healthy environment on our campuses, preserving your educational experience, and communicating any updates and new information. This page contains information for all U of T students regarding the University’s responses and actions related to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Visit their FAQs here.

Beginner’s Guides to Toronto

Toronto is a vibrant and diverse city with many local destinations worth exploring. Consider reading the following guides on Toronto must-sees.

Note: IMSSA is not affiliated nor does it endorse the following pages, authors, or locations described below.

The student guide to Toronto, by Kristina Spencer

The Toronto Travel Guide, by NomadicMatt

The Complete Guide to Living in Canada’s Largest City, by GrowPro

Twenty Cafes to Try in Toronto, by TasteToronto

Best Coffee Shops in Toronto, by JustinplusLauren

21 Places to Visit in Toronto (2021 Guide), by The Broke Backpacker

The “Best of Toronto” lists, by BlogTO