When You Arrive
Crossing the Canadian Border
When you arrive in Canada, you will be met by an officer from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) at a point of entry, such as an airport. The CBSA is responsible for border and point of entry activities in Canada. Click here for information about the documents you need to bring with you to enter Canada, and what to expect at the Canadian border.
How to Get to Ryerson University
192 Airport Rocket Bus
Operated by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and it runs direct, non-stop service from Terminals 1 and 3 at the Pearson Airport to Kipling subway station. From the Kipling subway station, you can take the subway eastbound to Yonge station and transfer southbound to the Dundas station which is just a 5 minute walk from the Ryerson campus. The cost is $3.00 cash.
Airport Express Bus
When you come out of the arrivals area, you will see an Airport Express Bus stop. The bus runs every 20 minutes and will bring you downtown for $24.25 (subject to change). For more information, go to the Airport Express website.
Airport Taxis
Available at set rates or metered fee. The trip to Ryerson may cost approximately $50.00. Agree on a fare with your driver when you enter the taxi.
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Visit International Student Services
New and returning international students are encouraged to visit the International Student Services (ISS) office in POD-50A. ISS staff are standing by to answer your questions and offer you support regarding a variety of immigration issues including study and work permits.
Find out about upcoming international events and sign up to participate. Make an appointment with an International Student Advisor to address any obstacles you may be facing. ISS is committed to satisfying the needs of international students and helping you overcome the challenges that may arise while studying in Canada.
We look forward to meeting you, so that we can be of service to you!
Cultural Adaptation
Studying and living in a foreign country can be an extremely enriching and challenging experience. It is natural to feel both highs and lows as you adjust to a different culture and environment. Finding a balance between things that are new and things that are familiar can help ground you. One key to benefiting from this overseas experience is getting involved. Consider joining a student group on campus or maybe get involved in intramural or varsity sports.
Also take full advantage of the networks and supports in place including:
Cult Awareness
Cult-like groups use psychological methods to recruit members. Given the right circumstances, sophisticated mind control techniques will work on anyone, even those who think they are immune. Association with these groups can be dangerous for members, their families and friends.
Several cult-like groups are active on Ryerson's campus and across the country. Please be very careful since cult-like group recruitment techniques are not always recognizable. Members of these groups can also be students and the identity of the cult-like group is often hidden.
For more information or counseling, contact:
- Ryerson Student Services: 416-979-5187
- Ryerson Students' Union (RSU): 416-597-0723
- Continuing Education Students' Association of Ryerson (CESAR): 416-979-5193
- Centre for Student Development and Counselling: 416-979-5195
- Campus Security: 416-979-5040
