WALK, LEARN, CONNECT
What is Neighbourhood Exploration?
Neighbourhood exploration is all about going beyond campus and the classroom travelling to local communities to discover their unique vibe, culture, and hidden spots. It is an exciting way to connect with the city, learn how to navigate public transit, and uncover great spots to eat, hang out, or even consider living in. It’s not just about finding new places—it’s also about meeting new people, creating memories and feeling more at home in your city. Registration is required as space is limited.
"Great initiative, hope to go on many more explorations like this :)"
Keep an eye on the event calendar to see where we’re heading next—you won’t want to miss it!
Why Join Neighbourhood Exploration?
Discover the City
Get to know the local neighbourhoods to find new favourite hangouts
Learn Transit
Gain confidence using public transit to navigate the city with ease
Make New Friends
Meet other international students and build a supportive community
Stress Free Fun
Take a break from studies, make new memories and capture cool phtos
"It was my first time on the subway, this experience was thrilling"
Walking Guides
If you prefer to explore some of our destinations at your own pace, check out the Neighbourhood Exploration Walking Guides. These guides were created by our work study students and International Engagement champion volunteers to help student peers feel more confident discovering new areas of the city on their own or with friends. Each guide highlights, a walking route and suggested landmarks, local spots or cool information about the area to enhance your experience. Whether you’re new to the city or just looking for a new adventure, these guides are a great way to explore at the convenience of your time and schedule to make the most of being in Toronto!
Walking Guides:
"Everyone was so nice at Exploration! It was very interesting to walk and explore off-campus"
