You worked hard to get into ViC,

Now Let’s make getting TO Campus a bit easier!


 

Drop by the

UofT Airport Welcome booth  

LOCATION: the International Arrival Hall in both Terminal 1 and 3.

DATES AND TIMES: August 21 to September 10 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Airport Arrivals

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is Canada’s largest and busiest airport. As a major travel hub and with it’s location in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) it is often the choice for incoming international students. Though, as is true of many large airports, Pearson is located outside of Toronto’s downtown core and requires additional transportation to get you on campus.

To familiarize yourself with Toronto Pearson International Airport visit www.torontopearson.com/en/arrivals. Here, you can also download a Pearson Arrival Guide customized to your arrival airline.


There are many options to safely make your way between Pearson Airport to Vic’s Campus.

Flip through the dropdowns below to determine which options fit your schedule and preferences

  • Toronto Pearson airport has many Taxi options. To locate a taxi, you can follow the overhead signs or you can head to the Taxi pick-up door for your terminal

    Terminal 1 – Arrivals Level : Door D

    Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level: Doors D, E and F

    The cost will depend on the Taxi Company, type of vehicle, amount of luggage, and possibly other fees. Toronto Pearson Airport does promote certain licensed Taxi drivers. For more information and to get a cost estimate, visit the Pearson Taxi Website

    If you choose a Taxi service, you can provide the address for Vic’s Residence Services Desk at Margaret Addison Hall (this desk is open 24/7 and a staff member can direct you from here)

    Margaret Addison Hall Front Desk - 140 Charles St. West, Toronto Ontario

  • Regardless of your preferred Ride Sharing app (Uber, Lyft, Facedrive) you will need to meet your driver in the Rideshare pickup section for your arrival terminal.

    Terminal 1 – Ground Level: Door Q or P

    Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level: Door D, outer curb

    When booking your ride, be sure you enter the arrival terminal (1 or 3) where you are located.

    You can provide the address for Vic’s Residence Services Desk at Margaret Addison Hall (this desk is open 24/7 and a staff member can direct you from here)

    Margaret Addison Hall Front Desk - 140 Charles St. West, Toronto Ontario

  • There isn't direct subway or train service to/from the airport, but regular, wheelchair-accessible city buses connect the airport with the subway system. The Toronto transit system is safe and provides frequent service 365 days a year from around 5:30 am (8:30 am on Sundays) to 1 am. Overnight, the airport is served by less-frequent night buses.

    It's the cheapest way to get downtown, however, there are no luggage racks on subways or buses and drivers won't help with bags, so the TTC is not an ideal choice if you've got lots of baggage.

    The transit options depend on your terminal and time of arrival. To assist with planning your public transit trip, use the Toronto Transit Commission’s trip planner app available at ttc.ca

    Vic is conveniently located right off of the Museum Subway station.

    To learn more about public transit (also known as the TTC) be sure to review the Transportation section of the arrival checklist.

  • The Union Pearson Express connects Pearson Int. Airport with downtown Toronto’s Union Station in just 25 minutes. This express train allows you to quickly bypass traffic and is cost effective. Connecting to Union Station you are now much closer to campus and can more easily use public transit (TTC), Taxi, or Rideshare.

    To view the UP Express Schedule, purchase tickets, or locate the Terminal 1 UP departure platform, visit: upexpress.com

    Once you arrive at Union station, Using the TTC’s Yellow Line 1 Subway, you can travel north to Museum station in under 10 minutes. Union Station also has plenty of taxi/rideshare options once you exit the building if your prefer.


Click through each item on the checklist for an explanation, important details, and links to resources

 

travelling to campus

Learn how to navigate Toronto’s Lester B Pearson Airport (YYZ) and how to travel to Vic’s downtown Campus

Phone Plan

Learn about the widely used Cell Phone carriers and pick the provider that works best for you

Housing

Learn more about Vic Residence Life, International student move-in, & UofT housing resources for off-campus students

Attend ISO

Join us on-campus from Aug 29 - Sept 1 for Vic’s International Student Orientation. Learn about supports, connect with peers, and explore campus and the city

Health Care

Your wellness is a top priority. Learn about the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) and how to access wellness resources

Transportation

Learn about the types of public transportation and how to access each form

Personal Identification

Learn how to set-up the most common forms of Identification, such as your T-Card, SIN, or Ontario Photo card

Safety

While Toronto is ranked as one of the World’s safest cities, knowing how to stay safe and use available safety resources is important

Bank Account

Setting up a Bank account should be a priority for international students. Learn about banking options & common requirements

Neighbourhood Necessities

The Vic Campus has a prime location downtown. It is only a short walk to the closest grocery store, pharmacy, cafe, and more