Welcome Week (also known as Orientation or Frosh Week) helps over 5,000 first-year students transition to university life through social, academic, and professional events. The DeGroote School of Business is represented by Greensuits.
Greensuits is a diverse team of 150 passionate volunteer Welcome Week Representatives who become ambassadors for our partner brands. Our mission is to give DeGroote first-years an unforgettable first week that leaves a lasting impact and inspires the next generation of leaders.
August 29 – September 4
Day 1 & 2 — Greensuits help first-years move into residence, offering a support system as they leave home for the first time.
Day 3, Aug 31 — Chat with DeGroote club reps, grab a free tote bag, and catch our T.A. panel on the Burke Science Building Field.
Day 4, Sep 1 — The DeGroote Pursuit presented by RBC: team up for a campus-wide photo challenge with a special guest RBC Olympian.
Day 4, Sep 1 — A games night for International & Exchange Business Students, with pizza and prizes alongside the International and Exchange Student Experience and the First Year Orientation Program.
Day 5, Sep 2 — Presented by BDO Canada: solve a real-world business challenge online with JDCC DeGroote mentors. No experience needed.
Day 5, Sep 2 — Cash Me Outside presented by CPA Ontario: casino tables, a mechanical bull, and prizes at McMaster Innovation Park.
Day 6, Sep 3 — DeGroote, Social Science, and Kinesiology connect on 10 Acre Field with inflatables, a dunk tank, and a Chill Zone.
Day 7, Sep 4 — A community-building panel event for BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ students, with lunch and DeGroote student speakers.
Day 7, Sep 4 — A DeGroote x Science festival fusion on the Burke Science Building Field with live music, inflatables, and amazing vendors.
Address:
DeGroote School of
Business, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON
Email:
greensuits@degrootecommerce.ca
Phone:
905-512-5382
These are the values that guide the Greensuits team of 150 volunteers as we plan and run Welcome Week for 850+ incoming DeGroote students — and they're at the heart of "Leading the Legacy" and showing every first-year that "We Are One."
Clear, open communication is how Greensuits shows up for one another and for incoming students — making sure every first-year knows they have a place to thrive and grow in our community from day one.
Welcome Week moves fast. Our team stays flexible — meeting students where they are and adjusting on the fly to keep every event high-energy, inclusive, and unforgettable.
From the first-years we mentor to the reps who grow into leaders themselves, Greensuits is about creating a lasting impact that continues to inspire the next generation.
Meet the 2026 Greensuits Lead Team.
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“As Captain of the Welcome Week ship, I’m beyond excited and grateful to be sailing into this year alongside a team that defines resilience, passion, and energy. Ever since I first stepped onto campus, it has been clear that DeGroote is built on people showing up for one another, and it all starts right here with Greensuits. Together, we are committed to raising the bar and ensuring that every individual knows they have a place to thrive and grow in our community. It’s time to Lead the Legacy and show everyone that We Are One.“
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“Welcome Week has been one of the most meaningful parts of my university experience, and I’m incredibly excited to take on this role for the year ahead! From my own first-year Welcome Week, the Greensuits reps made a lasting impact on my transition to university, inspiring me to want to create that same experience for incoming students. I’m grateful to be working alongside such a passionate and driven lead team, and I can’t wait to help create an unforgettable Welcome Week for the incoming class!”
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“Welcome Week is all about creating moments that make students feel like they belong from day one. I’m beyond excited to step into this role on the Greensuit Lead Team and help build an experience that’s high-energy, inclusive, and unforgettable. From the growth I’ve experienced at DeGroote to the connections I’ve made as a rep, I’m grateful for the chance to give back and help set the tone for incoming students’ journeys. Working alongside this passionate team, I can’t wait to Lead the Legacy and show that We Are One.”
We understand that first year is tough. That's where the First Year Orientation Program comes in. The First Year Orientation Program is a mentorship program for Commerce and IBH students at DeGroote and offers first-years a chance to connect with an upper-year mentor to help them adjust to university life. Our mentorship program is an invaluable opportunity to grow academically, socially, and professionally.
An upper-year mentor, paired with you based on common interests, will guide you throughout your first year with study tips, extracurriculars, exam season, and more.
Development opportunities such as case competitions and LinkedIn resume workshops.
Meaningful connections within the DeGroote community through our kick-off banquet, bonfires, midterm destressors, bowling events, and more!
Coupons and discounts to local businesses — past sponsors have included Westdale Cupcakes, Pink's Burgers, Smoke's Poutinerie, and more!
Mentee Sign-Up: August 28, 2026 – September 9, 2026. All first-year DeGroote students can sign up to be a mentee!
Get to know some of the clubs and case-competition programs from across the DeGroote community.
DeGroote Women in Business (DWIB) was founded in 2013 to create a space in which young feminine-identifying students could receive the knowledge, guidance, and skills to reach their full potential both academically and professionally.
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The DeGroote Finance and Investment Council (DFIC) is one of DeGroote's largest undergraduate clubs and one of Canada's leading student-managed investment funds, offering hands-on experience through its Investment Council, Analyst Academy, Women's Accelerator, and Quant Team.
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ELITESEAT is an experiential learning program that connects first and second year business students with industry partners through real world case competitions, professional development workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
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A home for the curious and the ambitious. DMA builds a space where students from every faculty can explore the marketing industry, sharpen real skills, and discover where a marketing career can take them.
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Founded on inclusivity, advocacy, and collaboration, DPA provides a safe space for 2SLGBTQIA+ students and allies at McMaster, highlighting the intersectionality of the queer community and various business sectors.
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DAI helps students become industry-ready by making analytics practical, accessible, and relevant through hands-on workshops, engaging events, and opportunities to connect with professionals.
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Canada's largest case-competition-based marketing program since 2007. Participants compete in a three-phased competition for a $20,000 grand prize, with 140+ career starts and $590k+ in prizes awarded over 19 years.
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Learn MoreDay 1 & 2 · August 29–30
Greensuits assist first-years with moving into residence, providing a support system as they move away from home for the first time.
Back to EventsDay 3 · Aug 31, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM · Burke Science Building Field
Curious to learn more about the place you'll call home for the next four years? Chat with DeGroote club representatives and learn what campus has to offer on the Burke Science Building Field! We've got you covered with a free tote bag for your sunscreen, water bottle, and the goodies you'll pick up. Enjoy live activities, great music, and don't miss our T.A. panel from 2:00–3:00 PM and 4:00–5:00 PM for insider tips on thriving in first year!
Back to EventsDay 4 · Sep 1, 10:30 AM–3:30 PM · Meet at 10 Acre Field E
Gear up for the ultimate campus adventure! Team up with your peers to explore campus, strike your best pose for our photo challenge, and conquer fun activities that test your creativity. Best of all, meet our special guest RBC Olympian before wrapping up with an epic grand finale and a shot at the SuperFrosh title. Bring your best team strategy, comfortable footwear, and a water bottle to start your DeGroote journey! #WelcomeWeek #DeGrootePursuit
Back to EventsDay 4 · Sep 1, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM · Peter George Centre for Living and Learning, Room B131
New to Canada and ready to make friends? Join us for a night of games, laughs, and connections built for International and Exchange Business Students! Enjoy pizza, connect with the International and Exchange Student Experience as well as DeGroote's First Year Orientation Program, and a chance to win fun prizes! All you need to bring is yourself and an open mind, so let's get to know each other!
Back to EventsDay 5 · Sep 2, 10:00 AM–12:30 PM · Online
A real-world business challenge is waiting… how will you solve it? Join us for the annual Jeux du Commerce Central (JDCC) x Greensuits Case Competition: Presented by BDO Canada! You'll get the chance to work alongside your peers to turn your ideas into a solution with the support of our JDCC DeGroote mentors. Whether you've cracked a case or you're new to the game, this is an exciting way to meet new friends, create industry connections, and build confidence. No experience needed — just bring your excitement and curiosity for a chance to win some awesome prizes!
RSVP Now Back to EventsDay 5 · Sep 2, 6:30 PM–10:30 PM · Meet at the DeGroote School of Business Lobby · Off-campus event
Get ready for a night of non-stop fun at McMaster Innovation Park! Hit the casino tables, ride the mechanical bull, chill and make bracelets, enjoy some food, and dance it out with music! Score big for a chance to win an iPad, Beats, AirTags, and a $250 gift card to the campus store! Don't forget to strike a pose at the photobooth because this night is one to remember! Meet us at the DeGroote School of Business lobby as you must sign in and take the bus with us to be allowed at McMaster Innovation Park.
Back to EventsDay 6 · Sep 3, 2:30 PM–5:30 PM · 10 Acre Field E · With Social Science & Kinesiology
It's time for the ultimate multi-faculty mashup! Connect with Commerce, Social Science, and Kinesiology at our CommieCru Kinnection on 10-Acre Field. We're coming together for an afternoon of festivities, including inflatables, a dunk tank, and more! Want to relax? Visit our Chill Zone where you can enjoy lots of popcorn and cotton candy! Bring your water bottle, sun protection, and make sure to wear comfy clothes because trust us, there's enough fun to last for hours! #WelcomeWeek #CommieCruKinnection
Back to EventsDay 7 · Sep 4, 10:00 AM–1:30 PM · Alumni House Field
Join us for an exciting community-building panel event! Designed for BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ Students, enjoy lunch while you learn from panel speakers consisting of DeGroote students, with a BIPOC panel from 10:45–11:30 AM and a Pride Panel from 11:45 AM–12:30 PM! Come as you are for the afternoon to make friends in a private, picture-free environment, where you can build long-lasting friendships and learn from your peers' experiences!
Back to EventsDay 7 · Sep 4, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM · Burke Science Building Field · With Science
What happens when you mix Commerce and Science? You get SCICOMM-CHELLA, the ultimate festival fusion! Get ready for a day of great music, massive inflatables, creative arts and crafts, and unforgettable memories with your peers! Be sure to explore all the fun activities, pick up your Method product samples to start your first year off right, and keep the energy going into an exciting night of Airbands. Bring your sunscreen and energy for this epic collab!
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