Student Wellness & Housing

Accessibility is a university-wide initiative with a goal of removing barriers to the full participation of all community members with disabilities. We are committed to transforming Toronto Metropolitan University into a barrier-free leader in accessibility.

Recreation at Toronto Metropolitan University creates opportunities for you to participate in fitness classes, organized intramurals, varsity athletics, open recreation gym time, workshops, seminars and much more.

Toronto Metropolitan University has two athletic facilities to serve your needs:

• the Recreation and Athletic Centre (RAC) 
• the Mattamy Athletic Centre at the Gardens (MAC). 

You also receive free admission to all TMU Bold (external link)  basketball, hockey, soccer and volleyball home games. Join the loudest student section in Ontario University Athletics and cheer the Rams to victory!

The Centre for Student Development and Counselling offers free, confidential counselling services in a professional and safe environment.

The Office of Sexual Violence Support and Education works from the premise that consent comes first. Services include referrals to counselling and medical services, safety planning, academic and workplace accommodations, self-care resources and advocacy.

Proudly diverse and intentionally inclusive, Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to community engagement, action, inclusion, respect for Aboriginal perspectives, equity, diversity and putting people first. 

The Office of the Vice President, Equity and Community Inclusion (OVPECI) collaborates across campus to make Toronto Metropolitan University a truly inclusive place to learn and work. A variety of community networks, equity-related workshops and events are available to Toronto Metropolitan University students, faculty, staff and community members through the academic year.

Hello! N’it! Ahnee! Tansi! She:gon! The Yeates School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies is committed to providing supports for Indigenous graduate students in all faculties. Learn more about supports for graduate research and community resources offered to Indigenous learners in our Indigenous Graduate Education portal.

Gdoo-maawnjidimi Mompii Indigenous Student Services provides a culturally encouraging environment and serves as a place to balance academic learning with traditional teachings and culture. We provide specialized services for Aboriginal, Métis and Inuit students on campus and develop a productive relationship between Toronto Metropolitan University and the Aboriginal community.

Feeling overwhelmed by your MRP or thesis? Need someone to talk to? Counselling services are available by booking an appointment via 416-979-5195 or csdc@torontomu.ca.

All full-time graduate students at Toronto Metropolitan University are automatically covered under the RSUs Health and Dental Plan (external link) . The Plan offers extended health and dental insurance coverage for one year from September 1 to August 31.

Full-time students who start in September are charged an annual fee for the Plan on their Toronto Metropolitan University tuition fee statement. Students who begin in January are charged a pro-rated amount. Coverage for these students is from January 1 to August 31.

International Students see University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP).

Human Rights Services promotes a study, work and living environment free of discrimination and harassment.

The Medical Centre is a medical clinic which provides currently registered Toronto Metropolitan students, staff and faculty, with a wide range of medical services that you would normally expect to receive from your family physician. This includes the treatment of illnesses, such as colds or the flu, to routine examinations like annual physicals and internal examinations. You must book an appointment to see the doctor.

TMU Safe is the university’s new tool for mass notification that sends alerts in urgent situations posing an immediate safety or security risk to the community. Alerts are broadcast on six communications channels including a mobile app and text messages.

The Student Care office administers the  (PDF file) Student Code of Non-Academic Conduct and provides advice to faculty, staff and students concerned about the behaviour of a student and disruptive classroom conduct. If you run into difficulties, it is essential that you deal with the situation as soon as possible, particularly situations that affect your academic performance. Unresolved problems generally get worse, and, in some cases, you must deal with certain types of concerns before a specific deadline.

Student Wellbeing encompasses a variety of health, well-being, and academic services and supports at Toronto Metropolitan that reflect on a university community that is fully committed and engaged in developing and sustaining supportive environments that foster well-being and academic success. Learn more about what services and resources are available.

The goal of the ThriveTMU initiative in Student Affairs is to provide training and resources to Toronto Metropolitan students, faculty and staff in order to teach the skills associated with resilience, well-being and thriving in both an academic and personal context.

Toronto Campus
External phones: 416-979-5040
Internal phones: 555040
Email: walksafe@torontomu.ca

Brampton Campus 
External phones: 416-598-5950 
Internal phones: 555950
Email: somsecurity@torontomu.ca

To request a WalkSafe at the Toronto campus, call 416-979-5040 or email walksafe@torontomu.ca. To request a WalkSafe at the Brampton campus, call 416-598-5950 or email somsecurity@torontomu.ca.

Are you currently or planning to rent in Toronto? Toronto Metropolitan University's Off-Campus Housing Office can help! We're here to educate and support all TMU students in their off-campus housing experience.

Located in Pitman Hall, the office offers guidance and support for renting in Toronto. From finding safe and affordable rentals, signing leases, understanding your tenant rights and resolving landlord issues, this free service is available to all graduate students throughout their time at Toronto Metropolitan.