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Get Ready for Orientation

Orientation Week will be held at the Ottawa campus from January 5 to 9, 2026

Important things to note

  • Attendance is mandatory
  • Sessions include important information specifically for new students:
    • Academic Integrity
    • Co-op & Career Services
    • GuardMe Health Insurance
    • Housing
    • Study Permits and Visas
    • Keeping our Students Safe
    • Mental Health & Wellness
    • Student Services
    • Tutoring
  • The first day of classes for all students is January 12, 2026
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Schedule

All times are in EST.

All orientation sessions will be held in Room G102, unless otherwise noted.

9:00 a.m.
Welcome Message and Greetings from Lambton College
9:15 a.m.
Academic Integrity & Academic Advising
10:00 a.m.
All you need to know about Tutoring
10:15 a.m.
Navigating College Technology
10:45 a.m.
Study Tips and Time Management
11:30 a.m.
Introduction to Digital Transformation Lab
11:45 a.m.
Housing & Accommodation
12:15 p.m.
Campus Tour
1:00 p.m.
Lunch

9:00 a.m.
Student Panel
9:30 a.m.
Catholic Centre for Immigrants
10:00 a.m.
Introduction to Co-op & Career Services
10:30 a.m.
UOttawa – Gym Access info session
10:45 a.m.
Canadian Culture & Student Engagement
11:15 a.m.
Break
11:30 a.m.
GuardMe Health Insurance
12:00 p.m.
Study Permits and Visas
1:15 p.m.
Lunch

9:30 a.m.
Consent, Mental and Physical Health
10:00 a.m.
Keeping Student Safe
11:00 a.m.
Co-op & Career Services - Resume Workshop
12:00 p.m.
Student ID Setup, Library Card & Welcome Bag Giveaway (G101)
12:30 p.m.
Campus Connection Peer Mixer (SAC Lounge L353)

8:30 a.m.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIMO) Program Orientation (Online*)
10:30 a.m.
Business Analytics (BAMO) Program Orientation (Online*)
5:30 p.m.
Museum Tour

* On January 5, 2026, an email will be sent to the student’s myLambton email account with a Teams link to join the virtual program orientation.

8:30 a.m.
Supply Chain Management (SCMO) Program Orientation (Online*)
12:30 p.m.
Parliament Tour
2:00 p.m.
Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Ottawa

* On January 5, 2026, an email will be sent to the student’s myLambton email account with a Teams link to join the virtual program orientation.

First Day of 2026 Winter for all students

Microsoft Teams

If you are a first-year student, we recommend you download Microsoft Teams on the device you will be using for classwork. This will allow you to attend the Orientation sessions while also setting you up to begin attending classes remotely.

Helpful Links

This platform is also going to be used to attend classes and to meet with faculty remotely.

Contact Us

Connect through WhatsApp

Check your personal email for an invitation to join our Official WhatsApp Groups - organized by program area. If you haven't received the link or need assistance with registration, please email orientation@lambtoncollege.ca.

Please be aware that these WhatsApp groups are supported by student ambassadors who only answer questions related to the online registration and orientation process.

Additional Contacts

Online Registration & Orientation

SARNIA & OTTAWA

Housing & Accommodation

OTTAWA CAMPUS

Co-op & Career Services

OTTAWA CAMPUS

Health Insurance

SARNIA & OTTAWA

General Inquiries

OTTAWA CAMPUS

Lambton in Ottawa

LAMBTON COLLEGE OTTAWA

223 Rue Main Street

Ottawa ON K1S 1C4

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