Accessibility & Academic Accommodations

Welcome to the Accessibility Office at Yorkville University

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Yorkville University strives to create a learning environment where disabilities and other protected human rights grounds are not a barrier to completion of courses and programs. We do this by removing barriers to access, advocating for inclusive practices, and providing academic accommodations and other resources.

Protected human rights grounds supported by our office include temporary or permanent disability; creed/religion (faith-based accommodations; family status (caregiving responsibilities); sex (pregnancy/breastfeeding); and gender identity and/or gender expression.

Students experiencing barriers related to protected grounds are encouraged to connect with the Accessibility Office, we meet with students one-on-one to develop an individualized plan for support.

Academic accommodations enable students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and meet the essential requirements of the program. Academic accommodations do not reduce academic standards or alter essential requirements, they provide equitable access to participation.

Information shared with our office regarding protected human rights grounds is confidential and is stored separately from a student’s academic record. We do not share information without a student’s expressed consent.

To get started with accommodations or learn more about accessibility at YU, please follow the links below. We’re looking forward to connecting with you.

Learn More About the Service We Provide

New and Current Students

Visit the Information for Students page for more information. To register for accommodations, complete the Confidential Intake Form.

Prospective Students

Learn about Accessibility and Academic Accommodations by attending an Access @ YU: Introduction to Academic Accommodations session or contact us via email.

Access YU

Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. EST to learn more about accessibility and academic accommodation services. This year, we are offering an introduction to academic accommodations as well as guest sessions on various topics.

Access YU Schedule

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For Any Questions

Contact

Accessibility and Accommodations Office

Email a Specialist

Email us to speak to an Accessibility and Accommodations Specialist.

Book an Appointment

Book a confidential appointment through PHIPA compliant software.

Are You in Crisis?

If you are…
• feeling desperate and hopeless
• worried you might hurt yourself, someone else, or commit suicide
• alone with no one to talk to

Please reach out to a Support Hotline in your region immediately for help.

Support Hotlines


911 – Canada Wide

Emergency responders and the 9-1-1 call centres who dispatch them fall within the jurisdiction of provincial, territorial and municipal governments.


Canada Suicide Prevention Service (CSPS) – 24 Hour Hotline

Call 9-8-8 for 24-hour crisis support via phone or text. Resources offered for individuals in crisis,
those unsure if they need help, and people worried about someone else.


First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness

24-Hour Hotline: 1-855-242-3310


Trans Lifeline Canada

Monday-Friday, 1PM-9PM Eastern: 1-877-330-6366


Ontario

Connex Ontario 24-hour Helpline: 1-866-531-2600

Free and confidential health services information for individuals experiencing issues with
alcohol and drugs, mental illness, or gambling.

Good2Talk 24-Hour Hotline: 1-866-925-5454 or Text GOOD2TALKON to 686868


Quebec

Quebec National Crisis Line – All Ages: 1-866-277-3553


PEI

Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line: 1-833-553-6983


Alberta

Alberta Health Services Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642


Manitoba

Manitoba Suicide Prevention and Support Line: 1-877-435-7170


New Brunswick

Addiction and Mental Health Help Line: 1-866-355-5550

 


British Columbia

Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC: 1-800-784-2433

Here2Talk, 24/7:  1-877-857-3397


Newfoundland and Labrador

Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-888-737-4668


North West Territories

NWT All Ages 24/7: 1-800-661-0844


Nova Scotia

Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line: 1-888-429-8167


Nunavut

Nunavut Line – All Ages, 24/7: 1-800-265-3333


Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Crisis Line – All Ages: 1-306-525-5333


Yukon

Reach Out Support Line: 1-844-533-3030


USA

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 9-8-8

Trans LifeLine – U.S.A.: 1-877-565-8860

The Trevor Project Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386


India

Jeevan Aastha Help Line: 1-800-233-3330
Aasra: 91-9820466726


China

Lifeline China: 400-821-1215 (10AM-10PM, 365 days a year)
The Samaritans Emotional Support Services: 852-2896-0000