International Student KICKSTART

No, they are two different programs, and we strongly recommend that students new to studying in Canada attend both. The two-day International Student KICKSTART program aims to ease international and newcomer students’ academic and cultural adjustment process. 

International students or students new to Canada who will begin their studies at NAIT in the Fall 2023 semester or are current NAIT students. 

If you start your studies at NAIT after the Fall 2023 semester, please stay tuned for upcoming sessions of ISK. Keep an eye out for updates and emails regarding future ISK programs.   

The International Student KICKSTART program registration fee must be paid with a valid credit card (Mastercard, VISA Credit Card, or American Express®) via the program registration page. International payments are subject to your local bank or credit card account allowance. 

While the ISK program is optional, we encourage new international and newcomer students to take advantage of this opportunity for two days of enriching learning and community building alongside fellow participants. By fully embracing this experience, you will build valuable connections, gain important knowledge, and embark on a transformative journey that sets the stage for your success at NAIT.  

Don't miss out on this incredible chance to thrive and make lasting memories! 

• Water or a water bottle (there are water fountains on campus to fill up your bottle). 

• Stationaries or devices for your learning and notetaking, e.g., pens, notebooks, electronic devices, etc.  

• Other personal items you may need throughout the day.  

The ISK program is currently offered in person only. If you have concerns about transitioning and settling into Canada and/or studying at NAIT but cannot participate in ISK due to time conflicts, please contact us to discuss how to support your academic journey at NAIT.  

Our contact information: 

• International and Intercultural Community Centre 

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm 

• Room no.: W101, HP Centre 

• Email: intercultural@nait.ca  

We plan to offer this program at the beginning of the Winter 2024 semester.  

Program instructors will not be present at ISK.  

If you have any Program Orientation specific questions, please contact your program office to inquire. Program contact information can be found on your "My Courses" page in your MyNAIT Portal. If you are starting your studies in Fall 2023, please visit the NSO page after mid-July for orientation registration links.

Students who attended all sessions on the two days of ISK will receive a letter of completion from the International & Intercultural Community Centre.  

Refund request deadlines: 

• Session A: August 12, 2023 

• Session B: August 31, 2023 

A CAD $5 cancellation fee will be applied to each refund transaction.  

Request a refund directly from your Eventbrite account: 

1. Log in to Eventbrite. 

2. Go to Tickets. 

3. Find the order you want refunded, then select Request a refund. 

4. Enter your details and submit your request. The organizer should respond within five business days. 

Please contact intercultural@nait.ca if you have further questions.