While Away

• Email us at business.exchange@brocku.ca to let us know that you have arrived safely
• Register with Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
• Emergency Contact:
  Outside Canada (call collect): 1-613-996-8885
  Inside Canada (Call Toll-free): 1-800-267-6788
  or email sos@international.gc.ca
• Request a transcript from your host university. They will automatically send Brock a copy, but it is strongly recommended that you have a copy for your records as well, should you wish to apply for Graduate studies or a designation later on. Brock will be unable to provide you with a copy.
• Promote Brock to the students at your host school, and encourage them to come here on exchange. Be prepared to do a presentation about Canada, should you be asked by the International Office at your host school. Don’t forget to wear your Brock Business clothing!
• Have fun and take lots of pictures!

Tips for International Travelling

• Give minimal details on immigration forms
• Be wary of strangers who approach you asking for directions or showing you something. Don't give out too much information to strangers who strike up a conversation with you.
• Use ATMs inside of banks - not on the street
• Scan your passport, credit cards, etc. and email the details to yourself so that ou can access the information, should they be stolen or compromised
• Buy a local cell phone to use for emergencies, etc. Know the number for emergency calls in your destination country.
• Know your destination - be aware of any current political issues, strikes, etc.
• Rely on your contacts in the country for advice
• Carry one debit card with a low withdrawal amount in a "second" wallet and hide your credit cards in some sort of money belt. Carry only small amounts of cash each day.
• Carry important contact information with you at all time in a safe place.

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