Welcome to Markham Campus!
Prepare to launch into your post-secondary journey with us. At York University’s Markham Campus, our goal is to help you make every moment count, from your first day to graduation. Find information about upcoming events along with helpful resources to prepare you for university life!
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Your First Stop
Not sure where to start? Check out our Step-by-Step guide to starting your first year! From accepting your offer to your first day of classes, this page outlines everything you need to do to get settled in at York U Markham, plus some resources to get you familiar with the York community!
Markham Campus Undergraduate Orientation Events
Discover Markham Campus - Summer Series
Join us throughout July & August for our bi-weekly summer events! Make connections, get familiar with the campus, and learn more about the resources available to you!
Registration is required. Learn More
Social Orientation Week
Familiarize yourself with the Markham Campus and the York community through social events brought to you by your Markham Student Council! Spaces are limited and registration is required.
Undergraduate Academic Orientation
We invite incoming undergraduate students at the Markham Campus to attend our Undergraduate Academic Orientation event on Tuesday, September 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration is required.
Welcome YU
Join us throughout September for our beginning-of-the-year event, Welcome YU. Featuring four themed weeks of events, activities, and fairs to help you make connections and get settled into the community!
No registration required.
Academic Orientation Day Schedule
| Event | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Registration & Check-In | 10:00 a.m. | Participate in engaging community builders, get organized into your program groups, and meet your Peer Mentors! |
| Welcome & Introductions | 10:45 a.m. | Receive a warm welcome from Campus Executives, Markham Student Council, and the York Federation of Students! |
| Program Session | 11:00 a.m. | Learn from faculty members about program requirements, career outcomes, experiential education opportunities, and more! |
| Lunch & First Year Picnic | 1:00 p.m. | The First-Year Picnic brings the entire incoming class together; it’s a great opportunity to make campus memories with new friends. Lunch will be provided. |
| Student Services Showcase: Choose Your Own Adventure! | 2:00 p.m. | Make your way through various “stops” including the Markham Campus Library, Academic Advising, Athletics & Recreation, Student Life, and more. Enjoy fun activities and discover resources to support your success. Don’t miss the pop-up info sessions throughout the Showcase! |
| Community Social | 4:00 p.m. | Join the Markham Campus Community for an evening celebration at our local Milestones! Light refreshments will be provided. |
Bachelor of Education students studying at the Markham Campus will participate in a separate academic orientation organized by the Faculty of Education during the week of August 25.
Discover Markham Campus - Summer Series
*This Agenda is Subject to Change.
Additional Orientation Events
Graduate Orientation
Meet your colleagues, learn more about grad studies at York, and discover the resources and services available to support your grad journey! Registration is required.
Residence Orientation
Connect with other students, develop friendships, and get the most out of your residence experience! Registration required.
International Orientation
Meet fellow international students, build community, and learn about important resources and services available to you! Registration required.
Indigenous Orientation
Connect with Indigenous staff & students while learning about important resources provided by York’s Centre for Indigenous Student Services (CISS). Registration required.
Project ADVANCE
Project ADVANCE is a workshop and event series designed to help students with disabilities to make the transition into university.
Parent and Family Orientation
We know that starting university is a big step for families too! Parent and Family Orientation is your chance to learn how we’ll support your student through this exciting new chapter. Click here for information on Parent & Family Orientation events.
August 24, Markham Residence Move-In Day – Parent Drop-In & Q+A. No registration required.
Black Excellence York U
BE-YU is a student‑support program dedicated to enhancing the academic, professional, and personal success of Black students at York University. Join us at the BE-YU Welcome Event 2025: Rooted in Excellence to connect, celebrate, and start the year strong.
Mature and Transfer Students
Mature and Transfer students are invited to Orientation programming offered by the Atkinson Centre for Mature and Part-time Students.
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Markham Campus Student Life
Markham Campus Student Centre
1 University Blvd., Markham, ON
L6G 0H2