The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is home to an incredible community of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive space for everyone. You'll meet, learn from, and live with students who bring different experiences and passions from around the world to their studies at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.
Campus services and groups
Accessibility
AccessAbility Services can help with academic accommodations, on-campus travel, assistive technology, peer mentorship, and more. If you have a disability and plan to live in residence, accommodation can be requested from À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ's residence office.
À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities through a wide variety of supports.
From the Missing Manual
Amplify Podcast
The Amplify Podcast is a dedicated platform for À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ students to openly discuss the challenges they face in navigating academia while holding marginalized identities. This space is one to honour their journeys, discover supports and allow those of us at the margins to see our stories centered.
Racial advocacy
RAISE
Through education and community building, the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) service, , addresses the impacts of racism and xenophobia that can limit the success and experiences of students.
President's Anti-Racism Task Force
The President's Anti-Racism Task Force made a number of recommendations to address racism in a variety of settings at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. The group's work has led to a Black Studies diploma and a Fundamentals of Anti-Racist Communication diploma that are now available to any À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ student.
Student-written articles
Learn more about resources for the BIPOC community or read our student-written article about Black-led clubs at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.
Indigenous learning
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Whether you identify as Indigenous or you’re interested in learning more, the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Indigenous Student Centre (WISC) provides culturally relevant support and activities, including Soup and Bannock Days and an annual Pow Wow. The plans social outings and cultural workshops.
The Office of Indigenous Relations works collaborativelyÌýon- and off-campus to not only advance the goals of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action, but also to create a long-term vision for the University that is grounded in decolonization.
Tuition waivers for First Nations communities
If you're a member of theÌýMississaugas of the Credit First Nation or Six Nations of the Grand River (on whose traditional territory the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is situated) and who are pursuing a degree at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, you're eligible for a full tuition waiver.
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students from Canadian provinces and territories outside Ontario as well as Native American students from the continental U.S. are eligible for Ontario tuition rates.
Faith communities
The Multi-Faith & Spirituality Resource Team represents different faith traditions and helps members of the University community to grapple with spiritual meaning in their lives. The team also offers ritual space and ritual moments for the University community. The surrounding community is home to many places of worship.
If you're living in residence during Ramadan, you can pre-order food to be picked up when needed or you can eat at a residence cafeteria that opens an hour before dawn.
2SLGBTQIA+
, run by WUSA, is Canada's oldest queer and trans student organization and offers discussion groups, social events, advocacy opportunities, awareness campaigns, and more.
À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ's Equity Office also offers support for creating affirming spaces on campus.
Learn more about resources and supports for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Women in education
As one of the world's top STEM universities, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ offers a variety of ways for women to connect with other women in STEM programs.
- Women in Mathematics
- International Women's Day: annual dinner, films, forums
Women's Centre
A positive and supportive environment for women and trans folk, the is a student-run service that offers workshops, film screenings, guest lectures, free menstrual products, and access to peer support for all students.
International students
International students play a vital role in the life of our university. You'll meet Canadian and other international students through your classes, living in residence, and sports and clubs.
There are dozens of groups and services for international students, such as the , which strives to make everyone feel welcome at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ.
Wellness
Staying fit – physically and mentally – is key to being successful in university.
, wellness services such as counselling and on-campus medical clinic, and supports such as residence life staff and the peer support program will help set you up for success.
As well, whether you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, or halal, 2025 À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ has you covered.
From the Missing Manual
Visit our Missing Manual website for tips and advice from À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ students and staff. Topics include
Equity. Diversity. Inclusivity. These are words we hear all the time, but what do they look like in action? What is À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ doing to achieve them?
Whether you’re in the process of coming out, proudly queer, or confused and questioning, I can tell you one thing for sure – you’re not alone.Ìý
Make a difference with two Black Studies diplomas
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