Lakehead University – Orillia Campus
500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9, Canada
The most convenient major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), approximately 125 km from Orillia.
Driving: Approx. 1.5–2 hours via Highway 400
Bus: Ontario Northland provides service from Toronto to Orillia
Free or paid visitor parking is available on campus.
Clear signage is provided upon entering the university grounds.
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) buses serve Orillia from Toronto and other Ontario cities.
From downtown Orillia, local buses or taxis can take you to the campus in ~10 minutes.
Several hotels are located within a short drive of the campus:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Orillia – 5 min drive
Best Western Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre – 5-10 min drive
Champlain Waterfront Hotel – 10-15 min drive
Best Western Plus Orillia Hotel – 10-15 min drive
Stone Gate Inn – 10 min drive
Orillia offers a range of restaurants and cafés in the downtown area.
Grocery stores and pharmacies are easily accessible.
Weather: August is typically warm. No snow is expected. Light layers are recommended for evenings.