Time: 11 AM - 5 PM | September 2nd - 5th
Location: Mona Campbell Building

Get ready for the school year at the Free Store!

From September 2nd to 5th, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., students can shop for free by presenting a valid Dal or King’s ID card (or other proof of enrolment). Take up to 3 items or item sets per visit and enter once per day for a chance to win a mini fridge raffle prize.

Time: 11 AM - 1 PM | September 3rd & 4th
Location: Life Sciences Centre (LSC) Welcome Desk

Stop by the DalScience Welcome Desk in the Life Sciences Centre (LSC) to meet members of the Dalhousie Science Society, ask questions, and learn more about life as a Science student at Dal.

Time: 6 PM - 8 PM | Thursday & Friday
Location: Student Union Building, Room 224

Are you a first-year student living off campus? Drop by the Off-Campus Student Lounge before the DSU movie night for pizza, treats, games, and the opportunity to meet other first year students living off campus!

Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: TBD

Able@Dal (Family & Supporters Session) is a welcoming orientation designed to help you support your student as they transition to university with academic accommodations.

Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
Location: Indigenous Student Centre

Start your Dal journey with the Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) through a welcoming experience focused on community building, connection, and support for Indigenous students.

Time: 12 PM - 1 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

New school year new you?
Want to learn how to make those goals and plans happen and stick? Join your student leaders to learn about goal setting tips and tricks to set you up for success -- and display it all on a fun vision board! 

Time: 12 PM - 4 PM
Location: Indigenous Student Centre

Every three weeks, our Fire Keeper/Pipe Carrier leads a Sacred Fire and Smudge. Let us gather for a time of connection, reflection, and community. 

Time: 2 PM - 3 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

Welcome to Residence Life here at Dalhousie!
Join us for this info session about (almost) everything you need to know about residence living for the upcoming year. After the session you will be taken around the building for a tour!

Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

New to Halifax? New to Dal? New to Residence? Speed friending is a great way to meet your community and get to know each other! 

Time: 4 PM - 5 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

Welcome to Residence Life here at Dalhousie!
Join us for this info session about (almost) everything you need to know about residence living for the upcoming year. After the session you will be taken around the building for a tour!

Time: 5 PM - 6 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

New to Halifax? New to Dal? New to Residence? Speed friending is a great way to meet your community and get to know each other! 

Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Wickwire Field

Game info coming soon!

Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence’s Meal Hall

After a long day of moving in and getting to know your community and surroundings, join us all for a meal to end off the day before going into nighttime activities!

Time: 6 PM - 7 PM & 7 PM - 8 PM (Two sessions)
Location: Council Chambers, Student Union Building Floor 2

Stretch, relax, and de-stress with Puppy Yoga! This is a beginner-friendly yoga with the joy of spending time with adorable puppies. A perfect way to take a break, recharge, and enjoy some feel-good energy during O-Week.

Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Location: McInnes Room, Student Union Building

Learn the basics and get moving before the dance party. This workshop introduces simple dance foundations in a fun, high-energy environment. No experience needed, just come ready to learn, move, and have a great time.

Led by the Dal Dance Society!

Time: 8 PM - 10 PM
Location: Wickwire Field

Game info coming soon!

Time: 8:30 PM - 11 PM
Location: Studley Quad (Rain Location SUB McInnes Room)

Enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars with an outdoor movie. Bring a blanket, grab some snacks, and hang out with friends. Popcorn will be provided. Movie announcement coming soon - vote for your fave!

Time: 8 PM - 10 PM
Location: Your Respective Residence

Join your student leaders for hall based arts & crafts, building, t-shirt, and door tag decoration, and work with your whole hall on a shared banner to show off your house pride!