Resources & Supports

U of T is full of resources to help you at every phase of your graduate student journey. Below is a collection of resources we thought you may find useful.

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Academics

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Black Students

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English Language Support

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Equity Partners

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Health & Wellness

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Indigenous Students

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International Students

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Professional Development

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Research, Supervision & Mentorship

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Students with Family Responsibilities

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Academics

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Academic Success

Academic Success provides a range of supports to help you reach your academic potential. Meet one-on-one with a learning strategist, access online resources, or try a drop-in session or workshop.

Libraries

Access extensive resources and support, including workshops, computers, printing and Wi-Fi, study space, and research guides featuring advice, tools and the best resources for your needs curated by expert librarians.

UTSC Centre for Teaching & Learning

Services for grad students include GPS workshops, graduate writing support, TATP workshops, TA training sessions and more.

Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre

The RGASC offers workshops, conferences, and one-on-one support for graduate students, as well as resources and training for teaching assistants.

Graduate Centre for Academic Communication (GCAC)

GCAC provides instruction to U of T graduate students on written and oral communications skills. Each year, through free courses, workshops, one-on-one writing consultations, and writing boot camps, thousands of students across the disciplines discover how to improve their academic writing and speaking.

UTSC Library

Access the library collection, book a study room and discover many other resources – including a MakerBot 3D printer.

UTM Library

The UTM Library has a designated graduate study room. Access U of T libraries’ outstanding collection, computers, wireless internet and a wide range of services.

First Nations House Library

We offer academic advising and tutoring support for Indigenous students, as well as orientation for new students. Our resource centre and computer lab support you on your journey to academic success.

Accessibility

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Accessibility Services

Resources, services, advice and academic accommodations for students who have a documented learning, physical, sensory or mental health disability, or medical condition..

Library Accessibility

U of T Libraries offer a variety of services to students registered with Accessibility Services, including required readings in alternative formats, the Accessible Content E-Portal and assistance navigating buildings.

UTSC Accessibility

Services and academic accommodations for students who have a documented learning, physical, sensory or mental health disability, or medical condition.

Accessibility Resources

The School of Graduate Studies has an on-site Accessibility Advisor at 63 St. George Street to provide resources, services, and academic accommodations to graduate students both inside and outside the classroom..

UTM Accessibility

Resources, services, advice and academic accommodations for students who have a documented learning, physical, sensory or mental health disability, or medical condition.

Black Students

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About the photo: U of T students Temisan Iwere, Kyra Stephen and Ayan Gedleh – executives in the U of T chapter of the National Society for Black Engineers (2019) – organized the first university student-run Black hackathon in the GTA. (Credit: Geoffrey Vendeville)

Black Students’ Association (BSA)

The BSA remains dedicated to the education, experience and empowerment of the Black-Canadian and international community, aiming to represent and foster black culture through community interaction and outreach.

Black Graduate Students Association (BGSA)

The BGSA engages in powerful discourse of local and international issues and experiences in the Black community.

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE): U of T Chapter

NSBE, founded in 1975, is a non-profit organization that promotes and supports the professional development of collegiate and pre-collegiate students in engineering and technology.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office at UTM

In cooperation with its campus partners, the EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment

UTGSU Race and Ethnicity Caucus (REC)

The REC is committed to social justice, community building, and healing for self-identified racialized and/or graduate students of colour at the intersections of gender, ability, age, class, religion, and sexuality at the University of Toronto.

African Student Association (ASA)

The ASA creates events and opportunities for individuals in the African diaspora to be apart of during their university years.

Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Office (ARCDO)

The ARCDO provides training and education, policy expertise, events and programs, dialogue facilitation, and other services in support of equity, diversity and inclusivity at the University.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office at UTSC

The EDIO serves faculty, staff and students at UTSC. In cooperation with its campus partners, the EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment.

Equity Partners

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Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Office (ARCDO)

Provides training and education, policy expertise, events and programs, dialogue facilitation, and other services in support of equity, diversity and inclusivity at the University.

Sexual Violence Prevention & Support Centre

This tri-campus resource enables students who have been affected by sexual violence to receive support and information and, if they choose, make a report to the University.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office at UTM

In cooperation with its campus partners, the EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment

Family Care Office

Find on- and off-campus childcare services, and access confidential guidance, resources, referrals, educational programming and advocacy on family-related issues.

Centre for Women and Trans People

This safe drop-in space for all women and trans people on campus provides free support, referrals, resources and advocacy through workshops, events, services and programming.

Sexual & Gender Diversity Office (SGDO)

offers a wide variety of programs and supports for students, including the annual Lead with Pride conference, Queer Orientation and the LGBTQ International Student Group.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office at UTSC

The EDIO serves faculty, staff and students at UTSC. In cooperation with its campus partners, the EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment.

Community Safety Office

The Community Safety Office is a University of Toronto Equity Office and Tri-Campus service that offers short-term support and assistance to students, staff, and faculty members of the University of Toronto community who have experienced personal safety concerns

Health & Wellness

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SGS Mental Health Working Group

Led by Vice-Dean, Students Dr. Charmaine Williams, the SGS Mental Health Working Group will develop an SGS Mental Health Strategy. Updates on this process and its outcomes will be posted in future editions of Gradschool e-news.

Grad Minds

Grad Minds is part of the U of T Graduate Students’ Union (UTGSU) and provides mental health-related resources and services to students, advocates for graduate students’ mental health, and creates partnerships in the community.

Graduate Wellness Services

The School of Graduate Studies and the Division of Student Life have partnered to provide embedded wellness counselling and wellness workshops specifically for graduate students.

David L. MacIntosh Sport Medicine Clinic

The David L. MacIntosh Sport Medicine Clinic has been treating sport-related injuries in the University of Toronto community for over 78 years. Our services are available to anyone with sport or exercise-related injuries or inquiries.

UTM — Health & Counselling Centre (HCC)

Access a wide range of medical and counselling services provided by student-friendly physicians.

OISE Psychology Clinic

Provides comprehensive assessment and intervention services to children and adolescents, and assessment and counselling services to adults. Services typically provided by students doing their clinical training under supervision. .

Mindful Moments

Maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations and environment through mindfulness can help you increase your relaxation and resiliency.

Health and Dental Insurance Plan

This plan fills the gaps in government health care. It provides important services and covers expenses such as prescription drugs, health practitioners, medical equipment and travel health coverage.

UHIP (University Health Insurance Program)

A mandatory health insurance plan for all international and exchange students enrolled in an Ontario university, UHIP helps to cover the cost of hospital and medical services you may need while in Canada.

Multi-Faith Centre for Spiritual Study & Practice

The Multi-Faith Centre supports the spiritual well-being of students, staff and faculty through interfaith dialogue and other activities that help to increase our understanding of and respect for religious beliefs and practices.

U of T Mental Health Website

Looking for mental health services, resources, or academic supports? This website can help point you in the right direction.

UTSG — Health & Wellness Centre

Confidential, student-centred health care services available to all full- and part-time students who possess a valid TCard and have provincial health insurance coverage (e.g. OHIP) or UHIP for international students.

UTSC — Health & Wellness Centre

Medical, nursing, counselling, health promotion and education services are available for any UTSC student with a current student card and a valid health card.

My Student Support (My SPP) Program

Offered for free to international students at U of T, My SSP offers confidential, multilingual, 24-hour support by phone or chat.

Sports & Rec

Sport & Rec offers sport and physical activity programs to the University of Toronto community. Our dynamic range of programs will help you get active in whatever way works best for your body, no matter your skill level or history of participation.

Teaching Assistants’ Health Insurance

Teaching Assistants have additional coverage through CUPE 3902. For more information, please contact the union directly.

Indigenous Students

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Indigenous U of T

provides an overview to the Indigenous community, initiatives, services, and academic programs on all three U of T campuses. It is a starting point for your journey to discover the vibrant Indigenous communities at U of T. It will lead you to more in-depth resources that have been developed across the three campuses.

First Nations House

Provides culturally relevant services to Indigenous students, as well as opportunities for all students to engage with Indigenous communities within U of T and beyond. Resources include academic support, financial assistance, Indigenous community, and meetings with Elders and traditional teachers.

UTM – Indigenous Centre

Meet with Traditional Indigenous Elder Cat Criger or take part in a Learning Circle, a seminar, or other experiential learning opportunities. The Waawaahte Northern Lights Initiative provides many ways for students to engage with various traditional Indigenous cultures.

Student Profiles

Click here to meet Sandi Wemigwase, a PhD candidate in Social Justice Education at OISE.

Centre for Indigenous Studies

The Centre for Indigenous Studies (CIS) is mandated to foster innovative, participatory research with urban Indigenous peoples and develop collaborations with Indigenous communities and community organizations.

UTSC – Indigenous Outreach Program

Indigenous programming, engagement and outreach at UTSC includes traditional teachings by the Indigenous Elder-in-Residence, leadership development workshops and experiences, educational and cultural events, and community outreach to the significant Indigenous population residing in the East Scarborough area.

Indigenous Awards

Click here to learn about some of the awards available to Indigenous scholars including the Ontario Graduate Scholarship, the Povost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, the SGS Indigenous Graduate Travel Award, and more.

International Students

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SGS International Portal

Get connected to services and resources designed to answer questions and meet the needs of international graduate students at U of T! This online portal will help you prepare, plan and experience the best that our three campuses have to offer.

International Transition Advisor for Grad Students

The International Transition Advisor can support you with questions around cultural adjustment, preparing for winter, working in Canada, finding immigration resources, and navigating new academic expectations.

UTM — International Education Centre (IEC)

Need assistance with your study permit, permanent residency, working in Canada or almost anything else related to living in Canada? The IEC can help.

International Student Identity Card (ISIC)

Full-time graduate students are entitled to this free card which may be used to obtain discounts on travel, merchandise and services throughout the world.

My Student Support (My SPP) Program

Offered for free to international students at U of T, My SSP offers confidential, multilingual, 24-hour support by phone or chat.

International Student Families

We understand that being an international student can be a unique and enriching experience and that balancing the responsibilities and commitments of your family is equally as important.

Centre for International Experience (CIE)

Located in the historic Cumberland House, CIE is the campus hub for international students and domestic students seeking international experience. We provide a wide array of services on topics unique to international students.

UHIP (University Health Insurance Program)

UTSC — International Student Centre

The International Student Centre is here to provide you with all of the support and guidance you will need during your time at the University of Toronto Scarborough.

International Students’ Caucus (ISC)

As a University of Toronto Graduate Students’ Union (UTGSU) Caucus, the ISC coordinates efforts on international graduate students’ success in academic and campus adaptation.

Graduate Centre for Academic Communication (GCAC)

English Language Support

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Graduate Centre for Academic Communication (GCAC)

English Language Program at the School of Continuing Studies

Intensive English courses, including Academic English, open to students and the general public. Fees apply.

UTSC — Conversation Community

Practice English and learn about the diverse cultures of Toronto.

English Conversation Communities for Grads

Are you a multilingual graduate student looking for a drop-in space to have informal conversations in English? Chat about Toronto slang and idioms, meeting new people, campus life, and other fun topics in a pressure-free environment.

Students with Family Responsibilities

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Family Care Office

Find on- and off-campus childcare services, and access confidential guidance, resources, referrals, educational programming and advocacy on family-related issues.

Parental Grant

Starting the 2019-2020 academic year, Parental Grants of up to $5833 per session will be provided to eligible student parents during the approved parental leave of up to two sessions (8 months).

Family Study Space in Robarts Library

A space for current students, faculty members, visiting scholars, and staff at U of T who have children 12 years old or under.

Child & Youth Athletic Programs

Recreational athletic programs for kids, including Camp U of T and Junior Blues, offered by U of T’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education.

UTM — Early Learning Centre

Full- and part-time care available, with priority given to UTM students, staff and faculty. U of T Early Learning Centre fees apply. Sign up for the waiting list by downloading and filling out the application form – see website for details.

Redefining Traditional: Making Higher Education Family-Friendly

Redefining Traditional is a global initiative to make higher education more family-friendly.

University of Toronto Early Learning Centre

The Early Learning Centre’s program philosophy is inclusive, bias-free and based on the concept of learning through play and modeling.

Campus Community Cooperative Day Care Centre

The Centre provides stimulating and challenging programming in a warm and supportive community atmosphere that encourages diversity, inclusivity, cooperation, and transparency.

UTM — Childcare Resources

A variety of childcare information and support is available to UTM students, staff and faculty who are parents, foster parents or legal guardians of children.

UTSC — N’sheemaehn Child Care Centre

A warm and positive environment that provides programs for children from infants and toddlers to preschool and kindergarten.

University of Toronto Childcare Centre on Charles

Located within the University’s Student Family Housing, the Child Care Centre on Charles provides full-time and part-time care.

Research, Supervision & Mentorship

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Centre for Graduate Mentorship & Supervision (CGMS)

CGMS supports successful mentorship and supervisory relationships by offering personalized support to students, supervisors, and mentors. CGMS will facilitate conflict resolution, build capacity through training and workshops, and assist in navigating support systems.

Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI)

The VPRI has the expertise and connections to help researchers at every stage, by providing advice and resources. Working with our Faculties and affiliated hospitals, we are the administrative support hub for U of T’s research and innovation activities.

Finding a Supervisor

If you’re enrolled in a thesis-based graduate program, you will conduct your own research under the guidance of a supervisor. You are responsible for selecting your research topic and seeking out a potential supervisor.

Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS)

The mandate of the Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS) is to provide researcher-centered, practical and coordinated supports to faculty and divisional research offices.

Supervision Support

The student-supervisor relationship is a key factor in determining a successful and satisfying graduate experience.

U of T Libraries

Mentorship & Peer Programs

Whether you’re sharing your own knowledge or learning from someone more senior, mentorship matches you with another student to create a mutually beneficial learning experience. To find a mentor, or to mentor someone else, access the Mentorship Database and explore the many opportunities to connect.

Graduate Centre for Academic Communication (GCAC)

Professional Development

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Centre for Graduate Professional Development (CGPD)

The Centre for Graduate Professional Development (CGPD) is the central hub that supports graduate student professional development needs at the University of Toronto. We support all graduate students across our three campuses.

UTM — Career Centre

In-person and online resources to give you an edge in developing and managing your career. Find your focus, work with a career counsellor, and explore careers inside and outside academia.

Career & Co-Curricular Network (CLNx)

An online tool that brings together opportunities and resources that will connect you with internal and external partners interested in your career success.

Leadership for Grads

Learn key skills for successful leadership in an academic setting. Workshops in collaborative leadership techniques will help build your skills and knowledge in group facilitation, conflict resolution and more.

Teaching Assistants’ Training Program (TATP)

A peer-training program providing pedagogical support to teaching assistants and grad students. Access the TATP Teaching Toolkit, seminars and workshops, certificate programs, and awards and recognitions.

Graduate Centre for Academic Communication (GCAC)

Rotman Events

Each year, Rotman hosts about 100 public talks by international bestselling authors, top management executives and other influential thought leaders.

Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre

The RGASC offers workshops, conferences, and one-on-one support for graduate students, as well as resources and training for teaching assistants.

Career Exploration & Education

At Career Exploration & Education you will build on your university experiences to shape your career. You can participate in dozens of programs and services that connect you with industries, organizations, alumni, and career professionals.

UTSC — Academic Advising & Career Centre

Try the assessment tools to find your ideal career path or register for the Jobs for Grads program to access full-time work listings, workshops and campus events with employers.

SGS Innovation in Graduate Professional Development Fund

The SGS Innovation in Graduate Professional Development Fund offers up to $1,000 to successful proposals of new or expanded Graduate Professional Development initiatives.

Work Study Program

The Work Study Program offers paid, on-campus positions that provide you with an opportunity to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your skills and explore how your academic studies translate to career possibilities.

Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP)

Gain experience through community-engaged learning – an organized service activity that balances community needs with educational benefits.

U of T Entrepreneurship

The University of Toronto Entrepreneurship community is Canada’s leading engine for research-based startups and a global leader in transforming ideas into products and services that impact the world

Academic CV How-To

Learn how to format and organize your CV and cover letter to market yourself to academic, research or post-doctoral positions.

Coursera

Coursera is currently offering full access to MOOC courses, including completion certification to support U of T students impacted by COVID-19.

University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies (SCS)

The SCS offers an extensive roster of over 800 courses, over 50 program areas, and more than 110 certificates across a broad range of fields that help learners succeed in their careers, satisfy their curiosities and fulfill their curiosities. We also proudly offer over 540 online learning options.

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Academics

Accessibility

Black Students

English Language Support

Equity Partners

Health & Wellness

Indigenous Students

International Students

Professional Development

Research, Supervision & Mentorship

Students with Family Responsibilities

Keep exploring…

Getting Started

Managing Your Program

Resources & Supports

Representation

Graduate Experience

Degree Enhancements

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