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Welcome to Ontario Tech University!

The New To Ontario Tech orientation program provides new instructors and teaching assistants with an introduction to teaching techniques and strategies, educational technology, the student experience, and teaching and learning services and support.

Orientation is offered annually in August, and explores a variety of topics designed to help you achieve teaching excellence and introduce you to the Ontario Tech experience.

All orientation-related questions can be directed to teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca.


2024 New Instructor Orientation

  • Day 1 - Intro to Instruction at Ontario Tech: Tuesday August 20
  • Day 2 - Canvas LMS Bootcamp for New Users: Wednesday August 21

Registration deadline: No later than 4:00 pm on Friday August 9

2024 New TA Orientation

  • Intro to Teaching Assistantships at Ontario Tech: Wednesday August 28

Registration deadline: No later than 4:00 pm on Friday August 16


Registration for 2024 New to Ontario Tech orientation is open! Participants must complete the linked registration form to attend.

Register for New to Ontario Tech Orientation

Registrants will receive a detailed event invitation and agenda by no later than the Wednesday preceding their orientation date.