Information for Spouses/Partners of International Students

We offer a wide range of support for spouses/partners of International Students. If you would like more personalized information on community and university support for your family, please email international@mun.ca 

Work and Volunteer Opportunities

Spousal Open Work Permit: For more information visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.

Finding work: Your spouse will need a resume to look for work in Canada, for more information see resume format and content. Looking for a job can be stressful, especially in a new country. Further information on where to find jobs can be found in the employment section of our handbook. You can also make an appointment with the career advisor by emailing international@mun.ca

Volunteering is a great way to meet people, become familiar with the community and develop skills to include on a resume. Information regarding volunteering opportunities can be found on campus at the Student Volunteer Bureau or the Community Sector Council of Newfoundland and Labrador.

 

English as an additional language Opportunities (on-campus)  

For more information or to register, please email international@mun.ca 

English as an additional language (off campus)

The Association for New Canadians (ANC)

The Association for New Canadians offers FREE evening English conversation classes to all newcomers. This is the perfect opportunity to practice English by speaking with others.

In-person classes are on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the ANC’s ESL Training Centre 148 Elizabeth Avenue (off Smithville Crescent). Drop-ins are welcome.

For more information, please contact: ESL Training Centre

Registration is free and you can join anytime.

Phone: (709) 726-6848

Email: linc@ancnl.ca

YMCA Conversation Cafe

For international post-secondary students and temporary foreign workers

Contact: Nasomi amarajeewa@nl.ymca.ca or call 709-691-1060

 

Cummunity Programs

On Campus Weekly Social Programs

Sharing Joy Mom's group: This group is a great way to, build a women community, having fun, support, and a safe space to share your ideas about your Canadian Experience as a mom and learn about various resources available to newcomers. Join us for some interesting discussions, games, snacks, and more! Women and children below age 6 are welcome to join this group! Wednesday from 11:30 am to 1 pm, Internationalization Office (Global Learning Center, Room 1013 and CA 2002). To join, please contact Deepika Vashisth.

Coffee Club: The Coffee Club presents a great way of meeting other students on campus. It is free to join and there is always interesting conversation and lots of opportunities to socialize. Coffee Club is held every Friday afternoon from 3:00 p.m. - 4:30pm. To join, please contact Juanita Hennessey.

Discussion group: Discussion Group is held every Wednesday from 4pm - 5pm. In the summer we meet earlier, from 3:00-4:00pm.  Discussion Group is informal and open to the campus community, including spouses and alumni. If you are interested in meeting new people, sharing your experiences or just relaxing with a cup of coffee and listening to the conversation you are welcome to attend. To join, please contact Juanita Hennessey.

Activiea Group: Activitea Group is held every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00pm. Activitea Group is an activity based group involving walking, volunteering, and presentations on various activities and interests. The group is open to the campus community, including spouses and alumni. Each week there will be a different activity as well as a backup plan depending on the weather.

Off campus community Programs

For a comprehensive database of resources and programs in the city for families, click here

To learn about community programs both on and off-campus for spouses/partners of international students, see our Facebook page!