University of Alberta – International | Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada

International Students at University of Alberta

The International Friendship Group invites students from all over the world into our community. We hope this will be your home away from home! We welcome Canadian students who want to welcome and serve International students. We have monthly suppers in Canadian homes, trips, Bible discussions, etc. While we are a Christian group, we welcome International students from all beliefs and backgrounds!

Alpha Course

Alpha is a video and discussion based course that creates space to learn about Jesus and Christian Faith. Everyone is welcome no matter what you believe and we want to hear your thoughts and perspective throughout the semester.

Starting September 13th

Time: Tuesday Evenings 6:30pm-8:30pm

Venue: Riverside lounge (HUB mall)

Contact: James Siebert ([email protected]) for more information

Prayer Gathering

Join us for prayer once a week. We will be gathering to pray for each other, for things happening at our university and around the world. If you would like prayer or if you would like to join in praying or even just see what prayer is, you are welcome to join us.

Date/time/location: TBD

Contact: Melissa Chettle ([email protected]) for more information

English Conversation

Do you feel that you want to continue to work on your English language skills? We host weekly small groups to practice English and focus on various topics that you may need as a student studying here in Canada.

Date/time/location: TBD

Contact: Ann Siebert ([email protected])

Ice Cream

Come join us for Ice Cream and to meet international friends! We will be in the Business Arts Quad from 6:30-8:30pm for some cold treats and an opportunity to make new friends. We will also have a free store set up for you to browse with items donated from Canadian homes.

Date/Time: Thursday September 1st 6:30-8:30pm

Click here to register for the event, come even if you haven’t registered

World Welcome Party

Welcoming all international students to Canada for this party with supper, games, fun and meeting friends from all over the world. You will also have the chance to hear about what International Friendship is and how to get involved throughout the year.

Venue: St John the Evangelist Church (near Southgate LRT)

Time: 5-9pm

Click here to sign up ahead of time for this event.