We know that life as a graduate student is difficult enough as is, so let us help point you to the right resources for whatever you may need!
Concordia University Services
Physical Health
The GSA Student Healthcare Plan | Website
Concordia Health Services Clinic | Website
Recreation, Sports, & Fitness | Website
Mental Health
Concordia’s Mental Health Support Network | Website
Counselling & Psychological Services | Website
The Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) | Website
Zen Dens | Website
Concordia Students’ Nightline | FaceBook Page | 514-848-7787
The International Students Office (ISO) | Website
Graduate Admissions for International Students | Website
International Fee Exemptions | Website
Immigration Documentation | Website
*please note that for all issues concerning immigration students must go to the ISO for help. The GSA is not sufficiently equipped to handle these cases.
Tuition
Tuition Information | Website
Funding & Awards
Provincial & Federal Awards for Incoming Students | Website
Concordia University Entrance Awards for Incoming Students | Website
Provincial & Federal Awards for Current Students | Website
Concordia University In-House Awards | Website
Quebec Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Nationals (PBEEE) | Website
Graduate Community Building Support Fund | Website
Storwell’s Foster Children Bursary Program | Website
SGW Campus
Loyola Campus
Important Information for Getting Settled in Montréal
Finding affordable housing is increasingly difficult in Montreal but we’ve got a few resources to help you find a place to stay.
Facebook Marketplace
To start working in Canada you must first get a Social Insurance Number (SIN). You can apply for one online here.
Once you’ve got your SIN, you can start applying for jobs. Here’s some places to start looking:
Unfortunately, it is not possible to open a new bank account online in Canada. You will have to contact the bank of your choice directly to set up an appointment.
Getting a health card is very important in order to get access to Québec’s public health system. International students need to enrol in supplemental health insurance.
Getting your student ID is very important. This is your key to access certain study spaces, use on-campus printing and sitting your exams.
COVID-19 vaccinations are required for an array of non-essential services, both on and off campus.
Make your COVID-19 vaccination appointment here.
Already vaccinated but need help registering into Québec’s vaccine passport system? Click here.
Learning french will be very useful when living in Montréal. There are a bunch of free programs to learn french in Québec, find some here.