Hello Paula,
Welcome to your home away from home! As you start your Lakehead journey, you'll want to learn all about the gems in our beautiful Thunder Bay.
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Explore Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay is located on the shores of the world's largest freshwater lake, Lake Superior. With nearly 2200 hours of sunlight each year, Thunder Bay is the sunniest city in Eastern Canada. Watch this video to learn more!
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Thunder Bay Multicultural Association (TBMA) works toward a society in which all people from diverse ethnocultural backgrounds can participate fully in Canadian life, working together with respect, fairness and acceptance. They often have events and activities for newcomers to Canada.
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Unlimited Transit U-Pass
One of the best ways to travel around the city is by using your Lakehead University Student Union Unlimited Bus Pass (U-Pass). It offers unlimited use of public transit to our students. Visit the LUSU website to learn more about the U-Pass.
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Lakehead University Student ID
Before you enroll in your U-Pass, you must have your student ID card. Apply for your student ID online as a new student. A student card application is required. You will receive your physical Student Card when you arrive on campus.
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Thunder Bay Bus Transit Route | |
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There are 17 bus lines in our city's public transit, but the 2 lines that will connect you to Lakehead University are Line 2 Crosstown and Line 9 Junot.
The bus transit line name refers to the endpoint of the route. For example, on the bus route named Junot to Waterfront, the final destination is the Waterfront Terminal. Read the bus line name and number, and check the bus schedule through Google Maps or NextLift to plan their adventures around the city.
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Thunder Bay has various grocery stores, local markets, superstores (stores with grocery, pharmacy, home goods and more), and international food shops. | |
Land of Spices
Indian Grocery
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Golden Flower
Asian Grocery
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George's Market
Local Specialty Store
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Gacha Viet Market
Vietnamese Grocery
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Thunder Bay Country Market
Small Local Businesses
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Spice World TBay Inc.
Indian Spices
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Check out this food map from Lakehead Student Health & Wellness for more food shops in Thunder Bay! | |
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Places of Faith & Worship | |
Stay connected with your faith while you live and study at Lakehead. Here are a few of the offerings but many other denominations are present, so just ask an advisor for help connecting with them. | | |
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Roman Catholic Diocese of Thunder Bay | | |
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Shaarey Shomayim Congregation | | |
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Locals love gathering together in the many local eateries in town to catch up and connect. Check out some of the great places you'll discover while in Thunder Bay. | |
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Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park
View the many waterfalls, hike trails, camp overnight, and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings.
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Sleeping Giant Provincial Park Explore trails, view local wildlife and marvel at the views along the shores of Lake Superior. | |
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Arrival Dates
We recommend that you arrive between August 19th - August 27th.
This will allow you to attend our Welcome Day scheduled for August 28th, get familiar with your new home, and have a few days to work off your jetlag before classes begin.
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Airport Arrival - Thunder Bay
Take advantage of our Airport Transportation program. Before your departure, fill out our Airport Transport request and receive a free taxi voucher that will take you from the Thunder Bay Airport directly to your place of accommodation.
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Have a Place to Stay!
It is strongly advised that you secure your place of accommodation prior to arriving in Thunder Bay. There is a housing rental shortage across Canada and that includes Thunder Bay. Houses, apartments, and rooms are very difficult to find.
| If you decide to wait to find accommodations, please make arrangements for short-term accommodations. Some short-term accommodations will offer Lakehead discounts. Learn more here! | |
Staying in residence but arriving before August 29? Submit an Early Arrival Request Form before August 15th! Learn more here! | |
Preparing for Canadian Jobs & The Part-Time Job Fair
August 13 - 9:00 AM (ET)
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Transition Webinar - Open Q&A with International Advisors
August 15 - 9:00 AM (ET)
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Early Arrival Events
While you prepare for the upcoming Fall term, join Lakehead International for Early Arrival Events and get to know campus with daily Campus Tours! Have fun, meet other international students, and get settled in your home away from home!
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Join Us for Fall 2024 International Student Welcome Day!
Learn about campus, discover the many supports and services, and connect with community members, the ISS team, and other new students.
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Get it Done Day
Get ready for the start of Fall 2024 with International Student Services! Get connected with upper-year students, visit Service Canada to get your SIN, and get everything you need before you start classes. Also, take opportunities to go on groceries and explore the city!
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Main Campus Orientation
Orientation is your introduction and official welcome to Lakehead University and aims to provide a successful academic, social, and personal transition to your university experience.
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Did you miss our last email or webinar? We've got you covered!
Click below to view New Student Guides and webinar recordings.
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