Schedute - Fall Semester Activities: August 17–28, 2026
Are you a new Polytechnique student? Participating in welcome activities and sessions is an essential step in getting your university career off to a good start. These activities will give you the opportunity to discover the resources available to you, find your way around, prepare for your studies, and familiarize yourself with your new environment.
Are you starting a master's, DESS or Ph.D. program at Polytechnique Montréal? To help you acclimate, we invite you to participate in two essential activities organized specifically for graduate students.
Welcome Breakfast for Graduate Students
With opening remarks from the administration of Polytechnique Montréal, this informal gathering will give you the opportunity to meet other members of the graduate student community, as well as representatives from the administration and various departments.
📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕓 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
📍 Galerie Rolland, 6th floor, main building
📝 Registration link coming soon
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❗Please note: This activity is reserved for new graduate students starting their first term at Polytechnique Montréal in winter 2026. |
Welcome sessions by department
These sessions will provide essential information about your academic path and allow you to meet faculty members and departmental contacts.
📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕓 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
📍 At each department's respective premises (the list of locations by department will be available shortly)
ORIENTATION SESSIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Are you coming to Polytechnique Montréal from abroad? These sessions are for you!
Get your term off to a smooth start by taking part in an orientation session tailored to your needs. The sessions provide the tools you need to succeed at Polytechnique Montréal. Topics include administrative procedures, available services, practical aspects of life in Montreal, and important campus landmarks.
- Ph.D., Master's research program and Clusters
📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026
🕓 From 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
📍 Amphithéâtre Bernard Lamarre (C-631), 6th floor, Main Building
📝 Registration link coming soon
- Graduate studies - master's degrees and Ph.D - and double degrees (offered in French only)
📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
🕓 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
📍 Amphithéâtre Bernard Lamarre (C-631), 6th floor, Main Building
📝 Registration link coming soon
NETWORKING EVENING — INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COMMUNITY
In addition to the orientation sessions, take part in a friendly networking activity hosted by the Student Services team. It's a great opportunity to meet other newcomers, make friends, and learn about Polytechnique's international student community.
The program includes a welcome address, an entertaining icebreaker activity, intercultural bingo, and prizes.
📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕓 From 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
📍 Atrium Lorne-M.-Trottier, 3rd floor, Lassonde Buildings
📝 Registration link coming soon
Would you like to learn more about the resources available to support you throughout your studies at Polytechnique Montréal?
Come ask your questions, learn about the available services (registrar's office, internship and career services, CEPSUM, Propolys, library, mental health support, student life, financial aid, services for students with disabilities, academic success support, etc.) and meet some great people right from the start.
📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
🕐 From 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
📍 Atrium Lorne-M.-Trottier, 3rd floor, Lassonde Buildings
No stress, no registration required: we welcome you just as you are. Surprises await you!
Do you want to experience Polytechnique in a new way? Join a guided tour led by our experienced student team! It's a great way to explore the key places on campus and ask any questions you may have.
📍 The starting point is in front of room M-1010 on the first floor of the Lassondes Buildings.
📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026
🕗 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
🕗 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
🕗 1:30 am to 2:30 pm
🕗 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕗 1:30 am to 2:30 pm
🕗 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Activities for Undergraduates
To welcome you to campus, PINEP (Programme d'Intégration des Nouveaux Étudiants de Polytechnique) and the Association Étudiante de Polytechnique (AEP) have planned a week of activities!
For over 40 years, PINEP's mission has been to provide a warm welcome to each new cohort and facilitate their integration into university life.
The program includes rallies, themed evenings, tournaments, games, and cultural, sporting, and festive activities — there's something for everyone!
👉 Check out the complete A26 back-to-school schedule (available soon) on the AEP website to make sure you don't miss a thing.
Activities for Graduate Students
Are you starting or continuing a graduate program at Polytechnique? The Association Étudiante des Cycles Supérieurs de Polytechnique (AÉCSP) offers activities to enrich your experience beyond the lab and classroom.
Friendly get-togethers, cultural activities, sports outings, and themed happy hours aim to encourage interaction, expand your network, and foster a sense of community among graduate students.
📅 Visit the AÉCSP website to see the full calendar of upcoming activities.
Discover Polytechnique's technical societies!
Do you want to take on concrete challenges, develop your skills, and be part of a passionate team?
The Association des Sociétés Techniques de Polytechnique (ASTP) unites over 20 dynamic teams where innovation, collaboration, and self-improvement are at the core of the experience.
Whether your passion is robotics, aerospace engineering, energy, sustainable development, or automotive design, there's a company for you!
PolyBuddy Program — For international students
Coming from abroad to study at Polytechnique Montréal? The PolyBuddy program pairs you with a student who is already familiar with the school and life in Montreal. This is your chance to ask questions, learn more about student life, and discover your new environment.
What your buddy can do for you:
- Guide you through your first steps at Polytechnique;
- Guide you through practical matters (housing, transportation, administration),
- Share tips, plans, and favorite places;
- They can also help you expand your network and create a beautiful friendship!
👉 Sign up here (available soon)!
