Date
Tuesday October 6, 2026Location
Navigating Canadian Permanent Residency programs doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us for an in-person information session designed to support ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ staff and faculty who are exploring pathways to Canadian Permanent Residency. Whether you are just beginning your journey or actively planning next steps, this session will provide clarity, practical insights, and trusted guidance.
Date
Wednesday August 26, 2026Location
Breakwater Park, King Street, KingstonºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ Global Connect invites QGC community members to join us for a casual summer picnic at Breakwater Park on Wednesday, August 26, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm.
Breakwater Park is located on King Street, along Ontario’s Waterfront Trail. We will meet at the picnic table in front of the Time Sculpture.
Please bring your own lunch and join us for a relaxed opportunity to enjoy the waterfront, connect with colleagues, and continue building community together. Whether you are new to ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´, new to Kingston, or have been part of the community for a while, we hope this will be a welcoming space to pause, connect, and enjoy the summer weather.
No registration is required.
As this is an outdoor gathering, please dress for the weather and consider bringing water, sunscreen, and anything else you may need to feel comfortable.
Date
Saturday June 20, 2026Location
We’re excited to invite you to join ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ Global Connect (QGC) for a relaxed summer hike at Lemoine Point Conservation Area.
This will be a chance to spend time outdoors, connect with colleagues, and enjoy one of Kingston’s beautiful natural spaces together. Whether you are new to ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´, new to Kingston, or have been part of the community for a while, we hope this will be a welcoming opportunity to connect with others in our QGC community.
Please review the information below before registering:
Date
Tuesday May 26, 2026Location
In a university community shaped by people, ideas, and experiences from around the world, how we communicate and collaborate across cultures is not optional, it is essential. This interactive session invites you to examine your assumptions, strengthen your cultural awareness, and build practical skills for more inclusive and effective engagement.
Come ready to participate in hands-on activities, reflect on real workplace scenarios, and connect with colleagues from across the university. You will leave with insights and tools you can immediately apply in your day-to-day work, along with a chance to win prizes.
This workshop is offered by Global Connect in partnership with the Department of Professional Studies, Faculty of Education.
As a QGC member, your voice and presence help make these spaces welcoming and meaningful. We encourage you to attend and to share this invitation with post-docs, faculty, staff, and anyone who may benefit.
We hope you’ll join us as we continue strengthening belonging and connection across our ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ community
Date
Wednesday March 25, 2026Location
ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ Global Connect is excited to partner with ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ HR and Thrive 365 to invite you to this session with guest speaker Jenny Corlett, Community Integration Liaison, Office of the Vice-Principal (Culture, Equity, and Inclusion).
Whether you’re new to Kingston or have been here a little while and are still building your network, this session is designed to support international employees in feeling more connected, informed, and at home in our community.
Together, we’ll explore:
• Local resources (immigration, language, healthcare, childcare, eldercare)
• Community programs and networking opportunities
• Cultural events and family-friendly activities
• Practical ways to expand your social and professional connections
This will also be a space to share experiences and tips: some of the best guidance comes from our own community!
As a QGC member, your voice and presence help make these spaces welcoming and meaningful. We encourage you to attend and to share this invitation with post-docs, faculty, staff, and anyone who may benefit.
We hope you’ll join us as we continue strengthening belonging and connection across our ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ community
Date
Tuesday January 27, 2026Location
Navigating Canadian Permanent Residency programs doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us for an in-person information session designed to support ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ staff and faculty who are exploring pathways to Canadian Permanent Residency. Whether you are just beginning your journey or actively planning next steps, this session will provide clarity, practical insights, and trusted guidance.
Date
Thursday June 12, 2025Location
Queen's Global Connect is excited to invite you to our monthly Let's Have Lunch Together event – please feel free to share this invite with any international colleagues at the university.
Date
Thursday May 15, 2025Location
Queen's Global Connect is excited to invite you to our monthly Let's Have Lunch Together event – please feel free to share this invite with any international colleagues at the university.
Date
Thursday April 17, 2025Location
Queen's Global Connect is excited to invite you to our monthly Let's Have Lunch Together event – please feel free to share this invite with any international colleagues at the university.
Date
Wednesday November 6, 2024Location
All international employees are invited to attend the official launch of the ºÚÁϳԹÏ×ÊÔ´ Global Connect (QGC), a resource group for international employees.
Connect with other international* employees and learn how the QGC hopes to support growth, development opportunities, networking, and and mutual community thriving.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch, so we can all eat together while connecting and launching the QGC.
Limited free coffee and desserts will be provided as a snack. Early registration is encouraged, as spaces are limited.
For any and all accessibility needs and requests please email global-connect@queensu.ca
*International/Newcomer includes any employee who was/is a citizen of any country other than Canada. (ex. temporary workers, temporary residents, permanent residents, refugees, naturalized citizens etc.)
