University of Toronto Mississauga will host Experience Forensic Sciences on Oct. 9, 2026, offering prospective students an on-campus introduction to the program, campus life and the university’s forensic simulation facilities. The half-day event is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET at 3359 Mississauga Road in Mississauga, Ontario.
Key facts
- The event is designed for people curious about studying Forensic Sciences at U of T Mississauga.
- It runs on Oct. 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET.
- The program includes a guided campus tour and a visit to the CSI House, described as the university’s experiential simulation lab.
- Registration is opening soon, and the event will be held on campus.
- Paid parking will be available, and food will not be provided.
What does this mean for prospective students?
The event gives applicants and other prospective students a chance to see how U of T Mississauga presents its Forensic Sciences program in practice. The schedule includes a welcome and UTM introduction, a campus tour led by a fourth-year Forensic Science and Chemistry double-major student, and a session in the CSI House where attendees can observe hands-on forensic activities.
That makes the visit useful for students weighing the program and the campus experience at the same time. The university says participants can expect to learn about applying to programs, important dates and deadlines, financial aid and scholarships, and advice on making an application as smooth as possible.
- Location: 3359 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON
- Arrival: 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
- Campus tour: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- CSI House visit: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Optional residence tour: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Food will not be provided, though the university says there are restaurants and vendors on campus to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences. Paid parking will be available, with Lot 4 or Lot 8 recommended for attendees.
What will attendees do during the event?
Attendees will take part in a hands-on tour led by a current student and see how forensic science concepts are presented through the university’s facilities. The event description says participants may lift fingerprints, use UV and spectral lights to find hidden evidence, and learn how forensic anthropologists search for and recover human remains.
The CSI House portion is described as a chance to learn how students may be expected to develop fingerprints, enhance unknown substances with alternative light sources, test surfaces for blood or saliva, take footwear impressions and collect evidence. An optional residence tour follows the main program.
How should visitors plan for the visit?
Registration is opening soon, and the university says attendees will receive full parking instructions by email after registering. The event is on campus, and the university advises visitors to plan for paid parking and to consider the dining options available on site because no food will be provided during the program.
The schedule also suggests that the event is meant to help future students gather practical details before applying, including program information and guidance on deadlines, financial aid and scholarships.
Why is the CSI House part of the visit?
The CSI House is central to the tour because it showcases the experiential side of the Forensic Sciences program. According to the event listing, it is the university’s simulation lab and is part of what makes the visit more than a standard campus tour: it lets prospective students see how classroom learning connects with real-world forensic techniques.
Frequently asked questions
When is Experience Forensic Sciences at U of T Mississauga?
The event is scheduled for Oct. 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET at 3359 Mississauga Road in Mississauga, Ontario.
Will there be parking and food at the event?
Paid parking will be available, with Lot 4 or Lot 8 recommended. Food will not be provided, but the university says there are restaurants and vendors on campus.
