Support Services And Accessibility
The University of Toronto upholds the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the University of Toronto’s Statement of Commitment to Persons with Disabilities.
Health + Wellness at UofT
Wellness refers to your overall physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and social condition, not simply the absence of illness. So when you’re not feeling your best, there are a number of services on campus to help you get back on track. Visit the UofT Health & Wellness website for more information.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
https://mentalhealth.utoronto.ca/.
The Student Mental Health web portal helps students find mental health supports at the University of Toronto. This website has a search and filter function that allows students to match their needs with the many types of support available through the University and its community partners.
UTM MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/mental-health-supports/
Health Insurance
All students have health insurance coverage, through their provincial health insurance plan (OHIP for Ontario residents) or the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for international and exchange students. Students also have supplemental coverage through the Graduate Students’ Union for full-time graduate students. These plans do not replace OHIP or UHIP; rather, they provide limited coverage for some health-care expenses that are not covered such as prescription medications, vision care and dental care.
Accessibility Resources
In fulfilling our mission, the University of Toronto strives to provide its services in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and facilitates their inclusion into all aspects of university life. Learn more.
The Accessibility Services Graduate and Professional Student Handbook offers graduate students key information about accessibility services and supports as they navigate their academic programs and the institution while managing disability-related impacts. The handbook is available here: https://studentlife.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/AS-Graduate-and-Professional-Program-Student-Handbook.pdf
Academic Support
There’s nothing wrong with asking for help — we all need some now and then! Whether you’re dealing with a disability or you want to further develop your general academic, exam preparation, writing, math or English language skills, the University of Toronto Mississauga offers a variety of services to help you reach your full potential. Learn more.
Leave of Absence Policy
BMC graduate students may apply to the director for a one- to three-session leave during their program of study for serious health or personal problems ,which temporarily make it impossible to continue in the program, or parental leave.
For more information, see: https://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/policies-guidelines/leave-of-absence-policy/.
Professional Development
Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) Program
The Graduate Professional Skills (GPS) program is an initiative from the School of Graduate Studies to help all graduate students become fully prepared for their future. Learn more.