International Student Centre
The Government of Canada now requires most new post-secondary international students at the college or undergraduate level to provide a provincial attestation letter (PAL) with their study permit application.
Find out moreThe Government of Canada now requires most new post-secondary international students at the college or undergraduate level to provide a provincial attestation letter (PAL) with their study permit application.
Find out moreGoing to university in another country can be overwhelming, but the right support can make all the difference. Whether you need an airport pick-up, help renewing your student permit, or someone to assist with your taxes, our International Student Centre can help you adjust to life on the east coast of Canada.
Our services
- General support and assistance adjusting to life in Canada.
- Visa and study permit help and guidance.
- Government and university referrals.
- Information for new international students.
- Social activities and events.
- Help to register for local services, including the provincial health card, MSI , Social Insurance Number, and banking.
- Conflict management and help with personal issues.
- Opportunities to volunteer.
- Income Tax Help Sessions.
- Free airport pickup for new students.
Contact Us
Address:
International Student Centre
Saint Mary's University
Room 305, O'Donnell Hennessey Student Centre
923 Robie Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3C3
E-mail: international.centre@smu.ca
To request an appointment with an advisor, please email international.centre@smu.ca
During the academic year, the International Student Centre is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is closed from noon-1 p.m. daily.
Who We Are
Ysaac Rodriguez
Manager
3rd floor, Room 305 - International Student Centre
Tel: (902) 491-8692
Ysaac.Rodriguez@smu.ca
Shanshan Luo
International Student Advisor, RCIC
3rd floor, Room 305 - International Student Centre
Tel: (902) 420-5436
Shan.Luo@smu.ca
Karen Luther
International Student Experience and Engagement Advisor
3rd floor, Room 305B- International Student Centre
Tel: (902) 496-8275
Karen.luther@smu.ca
Carolina Cortes-Delgado
Office Administrator
3rd floor, Room 305 - International Student Centre
Tel: 902-429-5525
International.centre@smu.ca
Geena Taraschi
SAGA Student Coordinator
3rd floor, Room 305 - International Student Centre
SAGA@smu.ca
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