Start your CapU journey with three weeks of community, connection and campus events – beginning August 17!
Fall Orientation events, workshops and activities are open to all new students starting at CapU in September – domestic and international, unless otherwise specified.
Sign up for events and workshops using the REGISTER NOW button below.
Registration opens on July 20
New Student Orientation Events
Time: 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Where: Zoom Video Conferencing
Who should attend: All new students starting at CapU in September.
Begin your CapU journey with our New Student Orientation Kick-Off! This engaging event is your starting point for Orientation, where you'll discover what's available to support your success, connect you with the CapU community, and point you toward the next steps in your Orientation journey. No question is too small. Bring your questions and join the moderated Q&A to get answers to common questions about starting university and making the most of your student experience.
This session will not be recorded, so don’t miss out! Access details will be sent to you in advance.
Time: 10:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. PST
Location: North Vancouver Main Campus (Birch Building)
Who should attend: All new students starting at CapU in September.
Note: You can sign up for one or both, as different breakout sessions will be offered each day.
Welcome Wednesdays provide a small-scale in-person orientation experience that allows you to explore campus, connect with staff and peers, participate in academic preparation workshops, and complete important pre-semester tasks such as obtaining your Cap Card. While all new students are invited to attend, these sessions are especially helpful for commuter students looking to become familiar with campus, build connections, and prepare for a successful start to the semester.
Breakout session details coming soon.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: North Vancouver Campus (Birch 126)
Open to new students who are 23 or over or have been away from study for 5 years or more.
Starting or returning to university later in life? Mature Student Orientation is a dedicated welcome created with you in mind. Meet and connect with other mature students, discover the supports available to help you succeed, and gain practical tips for navigating your first term with confidence. This session focuses on academic advising, learning support, financial aid, career development, and well-being. You're also encouraged to attend our other Orientation events to explore campus, meet the broader CapU community, and make the most of your start at CapU.
Time: 8:30–10 a.m. PST
Location: Zoom Video Conferencing
Who should attend: All new international students beginning their studies in Fall 2026 (attendance is mandatory).
As a new CapU international student, you can expect an informative session to get you started off right! Be introduced to the campus and important resources and learn all the tips you need to succeed throughout your CapU journey. Learn more about New International Student Orientation.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. PST
Location: North Vancouver Main Campus
Who should attend: All new and returning students studying at CapU in September.
CapU Street Party is the CapU’s biggest welcome event of the year! Explore campus and community booths, enjoy live entertainment, games, interactive activities, a free lunch, and limited-edition CapU swag. Meet new people, discover ways to get involved, and enter for your chance to win one of six partial tuition prizes for new students, along with other great giveaways. It's the perfect way to kick off the semester and experience the CapU community.
Tip: Most new student program orientation sessions take place on the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 8. Come for your program orientation, stay for the party!
Your program area will give you the details if you have a program orientation to attend.
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: LB 160B
Who should attend: All new international students beginning their studies in Fall 2026
As a new international student, you'll be navigating a lot of new information. The International Student Check-in is an opportunity to get further clarity on key topics like health insurance, immigration, transit, and academics. Drop by to connect with our Transition Advisors in-person and get the answers you need!
Online Orientation Workshops
Our online orientation workshops are designed to help you feel more confident, connected and ready to navigate your first weeks at CapU, with practical tools, insider advice and space to explore what matters to you.
Time: 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom Online Conferencing
Who should attend: New students attending CapU in the Fall
Unlock the Cheat Code to Academic Success!
Did you know that mastering CapU's academic standards could save you from accidentally slipping into cheating or plagiarism? Get the inside scoop at our online session, "The Cheat Code to Not Cheat."
Hosted by the Student Affairs team, they'll share seven simple tips to help you stay in the clear and keep your grades intact.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom Online Conferencing
Who should attend: New students attending CapU in the Fall
Preparing for your post-secondary education can feel complicated but figuring out how to pay for it doesn’t have to be. This workshop provides a roadmap of the financial options available to help you get started on creating your own educational financial plan.
Topics covered:
• Student loans and grants
• Scholarships, bursaries, and awards
• Fee deferrals
• Adult upgrading grants
• Budgeting and financial well-being
Registration Information Coming Soon.
Time: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Where: Zoom Online Conferencing
Who should attend: New students attending CapU in the Fall
Discover the Centre for Accessibility Services! We arrange academic accommodation and related support for students with disabilities. Join us, and we'll guide you through the 3-step process and answer all your questions.
Ready to request academic accommodation? Follow the 3-step process
Self-Directed Online Modules
This is a self-paced online module designed for new CapU students so that you can become familiar with CapU before the term begins. Here, you'll be introduced to practical tips to support your transition into university, learn how to navigate campus, where to find academic, well-being and student support services and how to get involved in campus life.
Note: This online module is not a substitute for attending any of the New Student Orientation sessions but is a great resource to refer to before and after you begin at CapU.
As a campus community, we aim to create an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. This course will introduce you to the issue of sexual violence and the steps we each can take to effectively prevent and respond to sexual violence.
Throughout your time at Capilano University, you will be expected to do your academic work in a way that aligns with the university's standards of academic integrity. Violations of these standards are taken very seriously and can have wide-reaching consequences for you.
This module is designed to help you learn about academic integrity as it is interpreted at Capilano University and about one of the most common integrity violations in particular: plagiarism.
New to CapU Series
Calling all new students starting this September! Join the Student Life team and Transition Leaders for the New to CapU Series, held on three consecutive Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (Universal Lunch Hour).
Each week focuses on a different part of starting at CapU, from getting involved to well-being and academic success. Come by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Enjoy light refreshments, (while they last), campus resources, and opportunities to connect.
When: Tuesday, September 15
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Library (LB 160B, next to Career Development Centre).
Looking to meet people or try something new? Come to this week's event to find out ways to get involved on campus, from volunteering, to leadership, to research and more, including how to stay in the loop. No registration required.
Hosted by Student Life.
When: Tuesday, September 22
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Library (LB 160B, next to Career Development Centre).
Build awareness of consent, personal safety, and well-being supports at CapU, along with practical how-to's for accessing help when you need it, and how to look out for others. Hosted by Student Life.
When: Tuesday, September 29
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: Library (LB 160B, next to Career Development Centre).
The final session in the New to CapU transition series. Explore practical academic how-to's, from managing your time and understanding expectations to finding academic support services that can help you succeed this term. No registration required.