We get it: things don’t always go your way. Maybe you’ve been sick for the past few days or you have two midterms and an assignment this week. Everyone’s been there. You can seek accommodations for certain situations, and petitions are one of the primary ways of doing so.    A petition is a formal request to the university for an exception to a … Read More

As incoming students, you have an incredible opportunity to create positive change within U of T Engineering and the broader community. Over the last few years, the University of Toronto has committed to implementing EDI-related actions from several task force reports.   U of T Engineering and EngSci are working toward achieving these goals. You can help us get there!    EDI … Read More

U of T Engineering is home to students from over 40 countries!  Each person brings a unique combination of culture, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, socio-economic background, lived experience, and perspectives that make our community such a vibrant place. This fosters a wonderfully rich learning environment that’ll expand your horizons and make you a better engineer. After all, engineers design products … Read More

What is Accessibility and Why is it Important?  Accessibility is the practice of making things available to and usable by as many people as possible. It’s based on ensuring equity among the student body by recognizing that everyone has different circumstances which require different support. An equitable environment allows everyone to access the necessary resources they need to thrive.   … Read More

For information about registering with Accessibility Services’, please see Accessibility Services registration & documentation requirements.  The deadline to register for Accessibility Services is July 13, 2026 if you would like to request accommodations for your classes.   Late submissions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Keep in mind that Accessibility Services supports many students, and processing times can be lengthy, especially during busy periods. Submitting your intake package as early as possible helps ensure that accommodations can be … Read More

The Engineering Computing Facility (ECF) provides computing services to students. On campus, there are five Windows labs and three Linux labs with a total of 368 workstations. There are also some Windows computers in the EngSci Common Room.  All engineering undergraduate students can access these computer labs 24/7. You can also access ECF workstations remotely from your own computer via the Secure … Read More