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Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science Handbook 

Table of Contents 

OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................. 1 

WELCOME TO STUDENTS ......................................................................................... 3 

ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2003-2004 5 

ADMINISTRATION................................................................................................... 8 

RESPONSIBILITIES 9 

The Chair 9 

Graduate Coordinator 9 

Graduate Assistant 9 

THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME ................................................................................ 11 

The M.Sc. Degree 11 

Ph.D. Studies 11 

Ph.D. Studies in Rehabilitation Science 11 

Registration and Fees 12 

Registration and Enrolment 12 

Tuition Fee Deferral 12 

Student Cards 12 

Students Defending Thesis in September 13 

Time Frame for Completion of Degree (Appendix G) 13 

GDRS Courses 13 

General Regulations 14 

GDRS Committees 14 

THE GRADUATE FACULTY ...................................................................................... 15 

Introduction 15 

Faculty Membership 2003-04 15 

Responsibilities of the Graduate Student Supervisor 16 

THE GRADUATE STUDENT...................................................................................... 20 

Graduate Student Responsibilities 20 

Individual Reading and Research Course 21 

THESIS DEFENSE AND ORAL EXAMINATIONS FOR M.SC. DEGREE ......................... 22 

Thesis Approval & Procedure 22 

Examination Committee 22 

The Chair-GDRS 23 

Internal Appraiser–Examiner 23 

External Appraiser–Examiner 23 

Final Defense Dates and Tuition Fees 23 

EXAMINATION COMMITTEE FOR M.SC. DEGREE GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES .. 24 

The Chair's Mandate 

Responsibilities of the Chair 

24 

24 

Responsibilities of the Examination Committee 24 

Composition of the Committee 25 

Review of Documentation and Appraisals 25 

Oral Summary and Defense 26 

Voting Procedure 26 

September 2003 

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RESEARCH IN THE GDRS ....................................................................................... 30 

Faculty of Medicine Guidelines on Ethical Conduct of Research and Conflict of Interest 30 

Ethics Approval Policies 30 

Ethics Review Contacts at Affiliated Hospitals 31 

COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS ................................................................................ 34 

Neurosciences 34 

Human Development, Life Course and Aging 35 

Cardiovascular Sciences Collaborative Program 35 

Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering 36 

Health Services and Policy Research 36 

GDRS EVENTS, PUBLICATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS ....................................... 38 

Publications 38 

Departmental Website 38 

Bulletin Boards 38 

Rehab News 38 

FUNDING POLICY 2003/2004 ............................................................................... 40 

Inroduction 40 

Statement of Agreement 40 

AWARDS 41 

External Awards 41 

Internal Awards 42 

GRADUATE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION................................................................... 44 

2003-2004 Student Representatives: 44 

GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION ....................................................................... 46 

Student Lounge 46 

Student Counseling 46 

Computer Room 46 

Student Leave of Absence 47 

Health Services 48 

Health Insurance for International Students and Families 48 

International Student Center (ISC) 48 

Accommodation 48 

Graduate House Residence 49 

On-Campus Housing 49 

University Family Housing 50 

Off-Campus Housing 50 

LIST OF APPENDICES ............................................................................................ 52 

GLOSSARY............................................................................................................. 53 

September 2003 

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OVERVIEW 

The Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science (GDRS) www.utoronto.ca/gdrs, within the School 

of Graduate Studies (SGS) http://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/index.asp, is the graduate unit for training 

doctoral stream students in the Departments of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. It was 

established in 1995 to foster graduate education and scholarship in Rehabilitation Science. 

The academic activities of its students cover a full breadth of rehabilitation science, reflecting the 

heterogeneity of the field. Faculty from the Departments of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, 

and other faculty Departments in the Faculty of Medicine comprise the faculty of GDRS. The GDRS is 

part of the collaborative programs in Neurosciences, Cardiovascular Sciences, Human Development, 

Life Course and Aging, Health Services and Policy Research and Institute of Biomaterials and 

Biomedical Engineering and currently has 42 faculty members and 55 graduate students. 

The Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science is located administratively at 500 University Ave. 

10th floor, in the Rehabilitation Sciences Building, Centre for Function and Well-Being. The students 

and faculty are also distributed throughout the University of Toronto, Academic Health Sciences 

Complex, including teaching hospitals and research institutes. 

This Handbook has been designed to provide essential information for both new and continuing 

GDRS students and faculty. 

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WELCOME TO STUDENTS 

On behalf of the faculty and staff of the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science, may I extend 

a warm welcome to you, whether enrolling for the first time, or continuing your program. The GDRS 

provides graduate training for students with academic and professional backgrounds in rehabilitation 

and other health related fields. Graduate students will engage in research with the common theme of 

rehabilitation science. Students will graduate with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from the 

University of Toronto, School of Graduate Studies—Division IV, Life Sciences. 

This Handbook has been designed to provide an overview of information important for students and 

faculty. I would appreciate your comments and suggestions about the content. The year 2004 will be 

an exciting year for the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science as we anticipate launching 

our PhD Program. Please visit our website for updates on this new initiative. 

I hope this year will be productive and enjoyable for you. I look forward to meeting each of you 

individually and hearing about your academic program. 

Molly Verrier 

Chair, Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science 





ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2003-2004 

2003 

M August 4 Civic Holiday 

T August 5 Registration for September session begins 

S August 31 Recommended date for payment of tuition fees 

M September 1 Labour Day 

M September 8 Most formal graduate courses and seminars begin in the week of 

September 9 

F September 12 Registration for September session ends; after this date, a late registration 

fee will be assessed 

M September 15 Final date to submit Ph.D. theses to avoid fee charges 

F September 19 Grades due for summer session courses and extended courses 

W September 24 Summer Session grades available for viewing by students on the Student 

Web Service 

F October 3 Final date for receipt of degree recommendations and submission of any 

required theses for master’s degrees for Fall Convocation 

F October 3 Final date to submit final Ph.D. thesis for Fall Convocation 

F October 3 Final date to add full-year and September session courses 

M October 13 Thanksgiving 

F October 31 Final date to drop September session full or half-courses without 

academic penalty 

M November TBA Fall Convocation 

T November TBA Fall Convocation 

December 

For last day of classes before Winter break, consult graduate units 

concerned 



2004 

January 

For first day of classes in the New Year, consult graduate units concerned 

F January 9 Final date for registration of students beginning program in January 

session; after this date, a late registration fee will be assessed 

Th January 15 Final date to submit Ph.D. theses without fee payment for January session 

F January 16 Grades due for September session courses 

W January 21 Final date to add January session only courses 

F January 23 Final date for receipt of degree recommendations and submission of any 

required theses for March or June graduation for master’s students 

without fees being charged for the January session 

F January 30 Final date for all students to request that their degrees be conferred in 

absentia in March 

F January 30 September dual registrants must be recommended for the master’s 

degree by this date to maintain their Ph.D. registration 

[Faculty of Arts and Science Reading Week = February 17-21] 

F February 27 Final date to drop full-year or January session courses without academic 

penalty 

March TBA March Graduation in absentia 

F April 9 Good Friday 

F April 23 For students obtaining degrees at June Convocation, course work must be 

completed and grades submitted for full-year and January session 

courses 

F April 23 Final date for receipt of degree recommendations and submission of any 

required theses for master’s degrees for June Convocation 

F April 23 Final date for submission of final Ph.D. thesis for students whose degrees 

are to be conferred at the June Convocation 

F April 23 Final date for degree recommendations of January dual registrants for the 

master’s degree to maintain their Ph.D. registration 



F May 7 Final date for registration for May session 

F May 14 Course work must be completed and grades submitted for full-year and 

January session courses (except for extended courses) 

F May 14 Final date to enroll in May-June or May-August session courses 

W May 19 January Session grades available for viewing by students on the Student 

Web Service 

M May 24 Victoria Day 

June TBA Spring Convocation 

June TBA Spring Convocation 

F June 6 Final date to drop May/June F section courses without academic penalty 

M July 1 Canada Day 

F July 4 Final date for registration for July-August courses 

F July 4 Final date to drop May-August session Y section courses without 

academic penalty 

F July 25 Final date to drop July-August S section courses without academic penalty 

F July 25 Grades due for May/June F Section Courses 



Administration 

The office of the GDRS is located 500 University Ave., 10th floor room 1026 in the Rehabilitation 

Sciences Building, Centre for Function and Well-Being. Student study space and a lounge area are 

also housed at this address. The office address is: 

Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science 

Rehabilitation Sciences Building, 

Centre for Function and Well-Being 

University of Toronto 

500 University Avenue, Room 1016 

Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1W5 

Tel: (416) 978-0300 

Fax: (416) 946-8762 

e-mail: rehab.science@utoronto.ca 

web site: http://www.utoronto.ca/gdrs 

Chair Professor Molly Verrier (416) 978-5935 

Graduate Coordinator Dr. Denise Reid (416) 978-5937 

Graduate Assistant J. Diane Wiltshire (416) 978-0300 



RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Chair 

The Chair is appointed, according to the Haist Rules, by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies 

(SGS) and reports in all academic matters to the Dean of the SGS. Budgetarily, the Chair reports to 

the Faculty of Medicine. The Chair is ultimately responsible for all academic and administrative 

aspects of the GDRS (including faculty and students), in accordance with the University of Toronto 

policies and procedures. The Chair is assisted by the Graduate Administrative Coordinator, who has 

special designated responsibilities. 

Duties of the Chair include: 

! approval of faculty membership on graduate program committees, thesis defense committees 

! organization of Ph.D. transfer 

! administration of SGS and GDRS policies and procedures concerning graduate studies 

! development of the academic program in rehabilitation science 

Graduate Coordinator 

The GDRS Coordinator is responsible for the graduate program activities for all students in the 

Department. Accordingly, the GDRS Coordinator sits on the Graduate Coordinators Committee of the 

Faculty of Medicine and Division IV Life Sciences Executive, School of Graduate Studies. 

Duties of the Coordinator include: 

! administration of graduate application, admission and enrollment procedures 

! organization of faculty to chair M.Sc. defense committees 

! nomination of students for internal and external awards 

! maintenance of current student award status and advice to students of funding opportunities 

Graduate Assistant 

The Graduate Assistant assists in the Graduate Program, faculty appointments, and day-to-day 

running of the Graduate Department. 





THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME 

The M.Sc. Degree 

The program includes both course work and a thesis. Minimum requirements include the course 

REH1100H (Theory and Research in Rehabilitation Science), REH2001Y (Rehabilitation 

Presentations and Proceedings), one half course in Research Methodology and Statistics, and one 

additional half course, at a graduate level, related to the field of study. Candidates must submit a 

thesis on their research and be examined by the Thesis Committee. 

As a general policy, the GDRS encourages students to spend the maximum time in their research. 

Courses, however, can be invaluable in helping the student acquire the content, knowledge, and 

expertise for her/his chosen research field or discipline. It is expected that students will acquire a firm 

grasp of the fundamentals. Such a foundation is an absolute prerequisite for later success as 

independent researchers. Therefore, in selecting suitable courses, the supervisor and student should 

be guided not only by what is the expected standard, but also by opportunities to fill in gaps of 

knowledge. 

M.Sc. Program—the expected duration of the M.Sc. program is about 18 to 24 months for full 

time students, including time for thesis preparation and defense. Engagement in research 

should be initiated as soon as possible and well underway within six months of enrollment. 

The specific guidelines outlining the responsibilities of the supervisor and the student for organization 

of the M.Sc. defense are provided in Appendix A. 

Part-time students must agree to an Annual Learning Contract (Appendix B) and must submit a Basic 

Program Information Sheet (Appendix C), planned with her/his supervisor, to the GDRS. Part-time 

students should be aware that it is the student’s responsibility to modify her/his schedule to 

accommodate required course work, as course times are not flexible. 

Each student must (i) submit a thesis on her/his research, and (ii) pass an oral thesis examination. It 

is strongly recommended that students prepare a paper for submission to a peer reviewed journal. A 

Master’s thesis is generally considered to be the equivalent of one full peer-reviewed research paper, 

with a thorough, integrated literature review and a detailed description of methods greater than 

allowed in publication. The form, Report on M.Sc. Thesis Defense, must be completed by the 

supervisor and signed by members attending the thesis defense (see Appendix D). 

N.B.: The supervisor and student share responsibility to contact and ensure the participation 

of all examiners and to provide the requested information to the GDRS at least four weeks in 

advance of the defense. 

Ph.D. Studies 

M.Sc. students who display a high level of scholarly achievement and research productivity may be 

recommended by their supervisor and PAC for a Ph.D. program. This process must be initiated 

within 18 months from the time of initial enrollment and requires a written recommendation from the 

supervisor and PAC members. Course work for the M.Sc., must be completed with an average of A- 

or higher (all courses), and approval of a written Ph.D. proposal. Evidence of productivity, such as 

presentations and published abstracts and manuscripts (including submitted) is essential. Students 

must first transfer to the IMS program at the M.Sc. level (with a formal application). The IMS will 

determine whether the recommendation is acceptable and if yes, then the student may take the 

transfer examination within the IMS (see Appendix E). 

Ph.D. Studies in Rehabilitation Science 

It is anticipated that the Ph.D. program in Rehabilitation Science will start in 2004. Procedures to 

enroll in this program will be posted on a separate section of the website as they become available 

www.utoronto.ca/gdrs. 



Registration and Fees 

Graduate students in the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science are enrolled in Division IV 

(Life Sciences) of the School of Graduate Studies. The Associate Dean of Division IV is Dr. Umberto 

DeBoni. 

In August all students will receive a fees invoice. New students will also receive Fee Information, and 

a Fee Schedule. The School of Graduate Studies recommends payment of fees by August 31st so 

that payment is processed by September 12th, which is the deadline to register. 

If you plan to defer your fees on the basis of an award or OSAP, contact the GDRS office before 

August 29 to make deferral arrangements. 

Tuition Fees are paid at a financial institution by the due date for you to be registered. A student is 

considered to be registered as soon as he or she has paid tuition and incidental fees, or has made 

appropriate arrangements for deferral of payment. You may pay either the invoice total or the 

'Minimum Payment to Register' amount printed on your invoice. 

Information on Fees can be found at http://www.fees.utoronto.ca/ 

Registration and Enrolment 

The University of Toronto student record system is ROSI (Repository Of Student Information). 

Students can view their integrated academic history and account information as well as order 

transcripts, change their address, phone numbers and e-mail addresses via the web at 

http://www.rosi.utoronto.ca/ 

Completion of Fall/Winter Registration Enrolment covers the Fall, Winter and Summer sessions, 

therefore students are not required to complete *Summer Registration. 

Tuition Fee Deferral 

Students can defer fees at departments if they are award recipients of an internal award (University of 

Toronto Fellowships, OGS, OGSST, NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR, Connaught, and Mary Beatty) which 

covers at least the minimum tuition fee (See Appendix F). 

The request for tuition fee deferral is conditional on the following: 

• that the first installment of your award covers the minimum first payment indicated on your Fees 

Invoice 

• that all severe admission conditions have been met 

• that your account does not have an outstanding balance from a previous session of over 

$100.00. 

Student Cards 

The photo ID serves as a student card, library card and. The photo-ID card can be obtained from 

Robarts Library, Gerstein Science Information Centre. This card provides access to 500 University 

Avenue. 

*Please note students who enter the program in January are required to complete Summer Registration. 



Students Defending Thesis in September 

If you successfully defend your thesis, completing all modifications etc. by October 3rd you do not 

need to pay fees in September. If you are planning to defend after October 3rd but before January 

30th you must pay one term fee. 

Time Frame for Completion of Degree (Appendix G) 

At (or before) approximately 18 months, the supervisor and (Program Advisory Committee) PAC must 

meet to decide whether the student should complete a M.Sc., or be recommended for transfer to 

Ph.D. If the intention is to write the Master’s thesis, a proposed schedule for completion should be 

determined. If it is decided by the student, supervisor and committee that Ph.D. transfer is 

preferential, then consultation with the Chair of GDRS should be organized immediately. 

Part-time students must complete the program within five years; however, all course work must be 

completed within the first two years of the program. Part-time students should be aware that it is the 

student’s responsibility to modify her/his schedule to accommodate required course work, as course 

times are not flexible. 

Engagement in research and the first PAC meeting should be initiated as soon as possible 

and be well underway within six months of enrollment. A second meeting should be held near 

the end of the first year to review the student’s progress. Course work is usually completed by this 

time. PAC meetings should continue to take place at six-month intervals, to assess progress and 

provide direction. By 18 months, a plan should be in place for completion of the degree. The thesis 

must be in its final form and approved by the PAC before the GDRS defense can be arranged. The 

PAC will complete the relevant form at each meeting (see Appendix H). Students who are 

are considered by their PAC committee not to be doing well, may be terminated prior to the time 

allotted for degree completion. 

GDRS Courses 

The graduate courses offered are listed below. Course Directors are identified after each course title. 

Detailed course descriptions and schedules for the courses offered in a current year may be obtained 

from the Administrative Assistant of the GDRS. Courses may not be offered every year and course 

offerings are subject to change. 

REH 1100H Theory and Research in Rehabilitation Science M. Verrier, B Kirsh 

REH 1110H Rehabilitation Services Research and Policy S. Rappolt 

REH 1120H Research Methods in Rehabilitation S. Jaglal 

REH 1510H Disordered and Restorative Motor Control W. E. McIlroy, M. Verrier 

REH 1520H Physiological Factors Constraining Rehabilitation in the S. Thomas 

Elderly 

REH 1540H Rehabilitation Technology D. Reid, M., S. Naumann 

REH 1610H Environmental Theory in Rehabilitation K. Boschen 

REH 1620H Methodological Issues in Research on Aging and A. Colantonio, C. Cott 

Health 

REH 1630H Psychosocial Adaptation and Quality of Life Issues R. Renwick, J. Friedland 

REH 1640H Sociology of Disability K. Yoshida 

REH 2000H* Individual Reading and Research Course D. Brooks-Course Coordinator 

REH 2001H Rehabilitation Research Presentations K. Boschen 

RST 9999Y Research/Thesis 

See Appendix I for course descriptions. 



General Regulations 

Students who have reached the time limit allowed for their degree program, but not completed their 

degree requirements, may be considered for, at most, two one-year extensions. Extensions are 

requested by the GDRS and approved by the appropriate Graduate School Degree Committee. If an 

extension request is not approved or the GDRS does not recommend an extension, the student’s 

residency lapses. After an interval the GDRS may recommend a candidate’s reinstatement under the 

appropriate circumstances. 

Frequently, students, while on extensions, have their oral examinations scheduled for a date after the 

expiry of the extension. In these cases, granting an extension until the date of the oral is automatic, 

as long as the final oral examination is booked prior to the end of the extension period and the date of 

the examination is no later than four months after the end of the extension. If the examination is 

cancelled, an extension request is necessary. 

GDRS Committees 

There are two standing committees within the GDRS. Committee memberships and detailed terms of 

reference are available from the Administrative Assistant (978-0300). 

The Graduate Affairs and Appointments Committee (GAAF) is chaired by the Chair of the GDRS 

and advises the Chair on all aspects of GDRS administration. The GAAF is responsible for 

department program planning, policies and procedures, and appointments for the GDRS. The 

Committee defines the internal policies that govern the GDRS and makes final recommendations for 

faculty appointments to the SGS. It reviews and processes all applications for graduate faculty 

appointments and re-appointments. It regularly reviews and monitors all course offerings by the 

GDRS and recommends and implements changes to the curriculum. 

The Graduate Admissions and Awards Committee (GAAD) is chaired by the Graduate 

Coordinator. The GAAD is responsible for student recruitment, admissions, awards and bursaries. It 

advises and assists the Coordinator on GDRS student admission policies, review of applications and 

recommendations for admission, and student internal funding competitions. 



THE GRADUATE FACULTY 

Introduction 

It is important to note that by accepting an appointment to the GDRS (and the SGS), the individual 

faculty member agrees to contribute and participate in other aspects of graduate activity in the GDRS, 

not just student supervision. It is expected, for example, that faculty members will serve on student 

examination and program committees, and contribute to seminars and courses. It is self-evident that 

full faculty participation is essential in order to fulfill the program needs for the student body. But, in 

addition to other duties, there is also an expectation that faculty will contribute to the general culture 

and education of the GDRS students by regular attendance at GDRS sponsored workshops and 

special seminars. The students need active interaction with the members of faculty and it is essential 

for each member to participate. Reappointment to the GDRS will take into account the participation 

of each individual member, not only in student supervision, but also in terms of overall contribution to 

the GDRS graduate activities. 

Faculty Membership 2003-04 

Name Telephone E-Mail 

Anne Agur, Ph.D 416-978-8855 anne.agur@utoronto.ca 

Elizabeth Badley, D.Phil. 416-946-2924 badley@whri.on.ca 

Beaton, Dorcas, Ph.D. 416-927-2027x2116 dbeaton@iwh.on.ca 

Kathryn Boschen, Ph.D. 416-597-3422x6205 boschen.kathy@torontorehab.on.ca 

Sandra Black, Ph.D. 416-480-4551 sandra.black@sw.ca 

Dina Brooks, Ph.D. 416-978-1739 dina.brooks@utoronto.ca 

Tom Chau, Ph.D 416-425-6220 x3515 tchau@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Angela Colantonio, Ph.D. 416-978-1098 angela.colantonio@utoronto.ca 

Cheryl Cott, Ph.D., 416-978-0301 cheryl.cott@utoronto.ca 

Aileen Mary Davis, Ph.D. 416-597-3422x3478 davis.aileen@torontorehab.on.ca 

Deirdre Dawson, Ph.D 416-785-2500x2136 ddawson@klaru-baycrest.on.ca 

Geoff Fernie, Ph.D. 416-597-3422x3738 fernie.geoff@torontorehab.on.ca 

John Frank 416-946-7986 john.frank@utoronto.ca 

Judith Friedland, Ph.D. 416-946-7664 judith.friedland@utoronto.ca 

Roger S. Goldstein, M.B., Ch.B. 416-243-3631 rgoldstein@westpark.org 

Chantal Graveline Ph.D. tba chantal.graveline@sickkids.ca 

Robin Green, Ph.D 416-597-3422x3776 green.robin@torontorehab.on.ca 

Susan Jaglal, Ph.D. 416-978-0315 susan.jaglal@utoronto.ca 

Jeffrey Jutai, Ph.D. 519-661-2111x88978 jjutai@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Bonnie Kirsh, Ph.D 416-978-4647 bonnie.kirsh@utoronto.ca 

Katie Lundon, Ph.D. 416-978-0173 k.lundon@utoronto.ca 

William E. McIlroy, Ph.D. 416-978-1819 w.mcilroy@utoronto.ca 

Morris Milner, Ph.D. 416-424-3860 mmilner@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Cam Mustard, ScD. 416-927-2027 ext.2143 cmustard@iwh.on.ca 

Steve Naumann, Ph.D. 416-424-3861 snaumann@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Ethne Nussbaum, Ph.D. 416-586-8833 e.nussbaum@utoronto.ca 

Helene Polatajko, Ph.D. 416-978-5936 h.polatajko@utoronto.ca 

Milos Popovic, Ph.D. 416-978-6676 milos.popovic@utoronto.ca 



Susan Rappolt, Ph.D. 416-946-3248 s.rappolt@utoronto.ca 

Denise Reid, Ph.D. 416-978-5937 d.reid@utoronto.ca 

Rebecca Renwick, Ph.D. 416-978-1818 r.renwick@utoronto.ca 

Carolyn Rosenthal, Ph.D. 905-525-9140x24449 crosent@mcmail.mcmaster.ca 

Eric Roy, Ph.D. 519-885-1211x3536 eroy@healthy.uwaterloo.ca 

Fraser Shein, Ph.D 416-425-6220x3538 fshein@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

David Streiner, Ph.D. 416-785-2500x2534 dstreiner@rotman-baycrest.on.ca 

Donald T. Stuss, Ph.D. 416-785-2500x2522 dstuss@rotman-baycrest.on.ca 

Gary Teare, Ph.D 416-597-4322x2547 teare.gary@torontorehab.on.ca 

Scott Thomas, Ph.D. 416-978-7329 scott.thomas@utoronto.ca 

Molly Verrier, M.H.Sc. 416-978-5935 m.verrier@utoronto.ca 

Karen Yoshida, Ph.D. 416-978-6589 karen.yoshida@utoronto.ca 

Nancy L. Young, Ph.D. 416-813-5446 nancy.young@sickkids.ca 

Jan Walker, Ph.D. 416-243-3600x2626 jan.walker@westpark.org 

See Appendix J for full details on faculty membership and areas of research. 

Responsibilities of the Graduate Student Supervisor 

The student supervisor is the most influential person in the graduate student’s program. The 

following summarizes the supervisor’s responsibilities. 

1. Direct the graduate program of the student, facilitating timely completion of research, thesis 

writing and defense. 

2. Provide mentorship and serve as an academic role model. 

3. Choose appropriate members for the Graduate Program Advisory Committee (PAC) and ensure, 

jointly with the student, that the ongoing supervision is appropriate and timely. 

4. Ensure appropriate continuing supervision of the student during any leave of absence from the 

University (e.g., sabbatical). 

5. Disclose to the student and the GDRS intention regarding funding. 

6. Play a major role in obtaining funding for the student and assist in applications accordingly 

The SGS has provided further guidelines in the form of a checklist for supervisors, students and 

departments, which each supervisor and student should address (see Appendix A). 

1. Direct the Graduate Program of the Student 

A successful match between supervisor and student is dependent on dual commitment. Although 

self-directed learning is emphasized, graduate students, particularly at the Master’s level, may require 

considerable assistance in defining their research project. Each student enters her/his graduate 

program with a unique set of academic and personal skills. It is essential that the supervisor carefully 

and accurately assesses the student’s abilities and then provides specific guidance. The student 

must acquire methodological expertise and content knowledge necessary to successfully complete 

the research and thesis writing in a timely fashion. Agreement between supervisor and student about 

the specific research goals and engagement of the student in these studies must occur within the first 

six months of enrollment. 

Generally, the most successful match occurs when the student’s research is an integral (and funded) 

component of the supervisor’s ongoing investigation. This does not prevent the creative input of the 

student, who should engage in the design and testing of new experimental hypotheses. The 

supervisor must have the content knowledge and expertise to ensure appropriate supervision. 



Regular discussion between supervisor and student (e.g., weekly or biweekly) is essential to 

facilitate progress. In these meetings, the student should have an opportunity to review new data, 

plan further experiments, review material written by the student and discuss all aspects of the 

student’s program, including course work. The supervisor should give the student opportunities to 

write scientific abstracts and manuscripts as first author, and to present her/his research locally to 

other faculty members and students, as well as scientific conferences. 

2. Provide Mentorship and an Academic Role Model to the Student 

Students will look to the supervisor for guidance and support throughout their graduate program. 

Genuine interest and enthusiasm on the part of the supervisor, as well as thoughtful, critical 

appraisal, will be highly valued and appreciated. In particular, students will need the supervisor’s 

time. Prompt turnaround of their written work, especially thesis drafts, is not only helpful in achieving 

timely completion, but also indicates to the students that their work is important. 

3. Choose Appropriate Members for the Graduate Program Advisory Committee (PAC) 

At the time of admission, the student and her/his supervisor should discuss the membership of the 

PAC. This committee will usually be comprised of two or three (at most) individuals with 

appointments in the SGS. Their function is to provide expertise in areas relevant to the thesis topic, 

which is complementary to the supervisor’s own interests. 

Selection of members of the PAC should take place as early as possible following enrollment and a 

first meeting held with all members within the first six months. One member, in addition to the 

supervisor, should be from the GDRS. The others need not be members of the GDRS. Their 

function is to provide expertise in areas relevant to the thesis topic, which are complementary to the 

supervisor’s own interest. An outline of the student’s proposal, including proposed course work, 

should be presented at this meeting. A second meeting should take place near the end of the first 

year, at which time the student should present a review of the pertinent literature, an update on 

course completion, and an overview of the hypothesis and experimental approach to be undertaken. 

The student should be encouraged to meet informally with members of the PAC as often as 

necessary. 

Formal meetings of the student, supervisor and committee must be held at least twice a year (in the 

spring and fall) for the purpose of reviewing the student’s research proposal and monitoring progress. 

It is usual for students to pre-circulate a short report and to begin the meeting with an overview of 

her/his research (e.g., 15 to 20 minute oral presentation, augmented by overheads as appropriate). 

The PAC meeting forms should be picked up by the student from the GDRS office ahead of the 

meeting. The student should send the completed PAC meeting form to the Chair of GDRS within two 

weeks of each meeting. 

4. Ensure Appropriate Continuing Supervision of the Student During Any Leave of 

Absence from the University. 

Before a supervisor goes on any leave of absence, or sabbatical supervisory arrangements should be 

discussed with the student, the PAC and the Graduate Chair. A written notification to the Chair about 

these arrangements should be provided prior to the leave of absence. 

5. Disclose to the Student and the GDRS, Intention Regarding Funding 

The basic policy of the GDRS is that full-time graduate students should have personal support 

throughout the duration of a normal graduate degree program. If such support is not derived from 

external fellowships or awards, then it is expected that the supervisor will make every effort to assist 

the student in acquiring support. 

The broad spectrum of research and backgrounds of the GDRS students requires careful 

consideration of each student’s funding needs prior to agreement between supervisor and student 

about commitment to each other for completion of the graduate program. All students are expected 

to apply to all agencies that provide personal awards relevant to their research. The supervisor, is to 

play a major role in obtaining funding for the student and assist in applications accordingly. 



Both student and supervisor will benefit from a clear understanding of their roles in both seeking and 

maintaining student funding, and the implications of a student’s decision to waive personal funding. 

The GDRS Funding Policy for 2003-2004 is in Appendix K. 





THE GRADUATE STUDENT 

Graduate Student Responsibilities 

A supervisor must be selected prior to enrolling in the program. This is the most important person in 

the student’s graduate program. The details of the supervisor’s responsibilities in Division IV are 

outlined under “Graduate Supervision: Guidelines for Students, Faculty, and Administration” Appendix 

L. Although the supervisor provides guidance, it is expected that the student will engage in an adult, 

self-directed, learning process. The application for awards, planning and preparing for PAC 

meetings, writing abstracts and manuscripts as first author are all the responsibility of the student. 

(See Student’s Guidelines in Appendix A.) 

Ongoing and open communication between the student and the supervisor is necessary for a 

successful program. Students are provided with guidelines to encourage a positive relationship. The 

Chair or Graduate Coordinator meets annually with all students to discuss progress, problems and 

time to completion. If problems or questions arise between faculty member and student, the faculty 

member should discuss them immediately with the student and/or the Chair. 

1. Annual Report Submission 

The student is required to complete an Annual Report (Appendix M) and return to the Graduate 

Coordinator in the spring of each year. 

2. Graduate Program Advisory Committee Forms 

Formal meetings of the student, supervisor and committee must be held twice per year for both full 

and part-time students. The student must pick up the form from the GDRS student room (1011) or 

download a copy at the GDRS website under forms (or copy the form in Appendix H) ahead of the 

meeting. The completed PAC meeting form should me sent to the GDRS office within two weeks of 

each meeting. 

3. Part-time Students Annual Learning Contract 

Part-time students must agree to an Annual Learning Contract (Appendix B) and should be aware 

that it is the student’s responsibility to modify her/his schedule to accommodate required course work 

as course times are not flexible. 

4. Basic Program Information Sheet 

All students must submit a Basic Program Information Sheet (Appendix C), planned with her/his 

supervisor, to the GDRS. 

5. ROSI 

ROSI, the Repository of Student Information, is the name of the automated student records system at 

the university. Using the ROSI web page, http://www.rosi.utoronto.ca/ students can obtain information 

on the following: 

• The details of your academic record, 

• Your account balance (how much money you owe, what for) 

• Transcripts 

• Current grades, etc. 

• Check and update your personal information 



It is the graduate student’s responsibility to make changes to their address and 

phone number using ROSI. 

Individual Reading and Research Course 

Students who wish to take an Individual Reading and Research Course should review the course 

standards and policy (Appendix N) and contact the course coordinator before completing the Request 

Form (Appendix O). Once approval is given the student should contact the GDRS office to ensure 

they are enrolled in the course. 



THESIS DEFENSE AND ORAL EXAMINATIONS FOR M.SC. DEGREE 

The M.Sc. degree requires a GDRS defense and oral examination. It is imperative that the thesis 

be prepared and ready for oral defense prior to termination of the residency. 

Thesis Approval & Procedure 

1. The Supervisor and PAC committee must verify that all course work and research has been 

completed by the student. When the supervisor and thesis program committee have approved the 

written thesis, a final committee meeting should be held to prepare the student for defense. (Please 

see Recommendations for Thesis Content in Appendix P.) 

When the supervisor and committee approve the completed written thesis, the ‘final program 

Advisory” form (Appendix Q) is signed by all the committee members and sent to the GDRS 

office. 

2. The supervisor must contact the committee members (including internal and external) to ensure 

his /her willingness to participate and to arrange the defense date (two alternate dates and times 

should be arranged). 

3. Four weeks prior to the defense date the student must submit to the GDRS office: 

♦ Final, signed PAC form 

♦ A completed List of Examiners Form (Appendix R) 

♦ A Copy of the completed thesis. 

The student and supervisor are responsible for delivery of the thesis to all examiners. All Examination 

Committee members must have a copy of the thesis at least two weeks in advance of the actual 

examination date. This is necessary to allow ample time for the reading of the thesis by the 

examiners. 

All figures, photographs and data must appear in legible and, if possible, original format with clear, 

descriptive legends 

4. The GDRS office will officially invite the examiners; obtain a Chair, room and audiovisual 

equipment. The GDRS will notify all participants in writing (and by FAX) about the date, time, and 

location of the thesis. 

5. The SGS Calendar should be consulted for the details of the final thesis requirement. Please 

note the following: 

M.Sc. students are required to submit one bound copy of their thesis to the GDRS before the 

recommendation form is forwarded to the SGS for completion of their degree. 

It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the “Authorization to Distribute” form from the GDRS office. 

This form must be bound in the very front of the M.Sc. thesis. 

All M.Sc. graduates are also required to submit one unbound copy to the SGS with a certified 

cheque or money order for $35.00, made payable to the University of Toronto. 

Examination Committee 

The Examination Committee for M.Sc. departmental defense is composed of: 

i. two members of the PAC; 

ii. the Chair, GDRS, or designate 

iii. one internal appraiser–examiner (inside U of T), with an SGS appointment; 

iv. one external appraiser–examiner (outside the U of T) 



The Chair-GDRS 

The GDRS will designate a Chair of the Examination Committee (see responsibilities below). 

Internal Appraiser–Examiner 

This individual must have an appointment in the SGS, University of Toronto. He/she must not have 

collaborations with the supervisor relating to the research content of the thesis, and should not have 

any input into the candidate’s research prior to the defense. 

External Appraiser–Examiner 

This individual should be a well-recognized scientist in the candidate’s research area. He/she must 

not be affiliated with the University of Toronto, or have collaborations with the supervisor relating to 

the research content of the thesis. The external examiner will be invited in writing by the Chair or 

Graduate Coordinator to submit a written appraisal of the thesis and attend the department defense 

for a Master’s thesis. 

The written report and recommendation of the External Appraiser/ Examiner must be received 

no later than five working days before the examination, or the examination may be postponed. 

Final Defense Dates and Tuition Fees 

Students who complete their thesis requirement prior to the deadline date for fall convocation 

(October 3, 2003) will not be charged fees for the first session. Students who miss the deadline but 

complete their degree requirements by January 31, 2003 are required to pay fees for one session. 



EXAMINATION COMMITTEE FOR M.SC. DEGREE 

GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES 

The Chair's Mandate 

Acting on behalf of the Chair of the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, the Chair of the 

Examination Committee is responsible for, and empowered to ensure, the proper conduct of the 

examination. The Chair is expected to exercise full control over the proceedings and does not 

participate directly in questioning the candidate during the examination. Her/his responsibilities 

include: 

1. to guarantee that the candidate is given reasonable opportunity to defend the thesis; 

2. to ensure that it is the candidate alone, and not the supervisor or any other member of the 

Committee, who defends the thesis; and 

3. to protect the candidate from harassment. 

Responsibilities of the Chair 

The Office of the Graduate Department will have made arrangements with the chair to obtain the 

candidate's academic file and thesis. Before the examination we would appreciate if the chair would: 

• review the candidate's file; and 

• review the procedures entailed in conducting an oral defense for the M.Sc. degree (below). 

For the candidate the examination is the culmination of long-held hopes and much dedication, a 

memorable moment of academic accomplishment. For the Graduate Department it is a vital 

opportunity for assuring that standards of excellence and fairness are observed in carrying out the 

responsibilities set for the oral defense of the M.Sc. degree. 

Responsibilities of the Examination Committee 

The Examination Committee exercises the full authority of the School of Graduate Studies with 

respect to the examination. Its responsibilities are: 

1. To ascertain that there is adequate documentation of the satisfactory completion of all 

requirements for the degree; 

2. to receive and consider appraisals of the thesis prior to the oral defense; 

3. to examine the candidate on the substance and implications of the thesis; 

4. to assess whether the thesis meets the proper standards of scholarship; and 

5. upon completion of the oral defense, to vote on whether the thesis and its 

defense are acceptable. 



Composition of the Committee 

The Committee consists of those members approved by the Graduate Chair and will normally include 

five (or more) members. 

• External Reviewer 

• Internal Reviewer 

• Supervisor 

• Member(s) of Thesis Committee 

In addition to the Chair of the Examination Committee, a quorum is four appointed Members. 

Review of Documentation and Appraisals 

The candidate, Members of the Committee and observers (if applicable) are usually assembled prior 

to the time scheduled for the examination. Following introductions, the candidate and observers are 

asked to leave the room while the procedures for the examination are reviewed and the appraisals 

received. At this time the procedures followed are: 

1. Quorum. The Chair confirms that there is a quorum of four appointed Members. Should there 

not be a quorum, the Chair must decide either to delay the examination or to postpone it to 

another date. 

2. Knowledge of Thesis. The Chair confirms that each Member of the Committee has sufficient 

knowledge of the thesis to form a judgment as to its acceptability and hence that there will be 

no abstentions in voting on grounds of ignorance of the thesis' contents. 

3. Scope of Examination. The Chair reminds the Committee that: 

i. the examination covers both the thesis and the oral defense; 

ii. 

except for minor corrections (e.g., typographical errors), all other modifications that 

subsequently may be requested must be clearly raised in the questioning of the 

candidate, with these being subsequently specified in writing; and 

iii. 

the study must be an independent piece of scholarship/research. 

Where the study is part of a larger investigation, or where someone rather than the candidate 

is a principal investigator or co-investigator of the study or co-author of any portion of the 

thesis, then the Examination Committee must establish that the candidate's personal 

contribution is sufficient to fulfill the requirements of the M.Sc. degree. 

4. Completion of Course Requirements. The Chair reports on the completion of all course 

requirements. 

5. Appraisals. The Chair asks the Examiners (External Examiner followed by Internal 

Examiner, if there is one) to read their assessments of the candidate's thesis. With the 

exception of a written report which may be made by a supervisor, no other written statements 

or letters of reference are permitted. Any of the other appointed examiners present may make 

an oral statement. 

6. Order of Questioning. The Chair consults with the Committee concerning the order of 

questioning. The sequence generally followed is that of: 

• External Examiner 



• Internal Examiner 

• Member(s) of Thesis Committee 

• Supervisor 

Oral Summary and Defense 

1. Candidate's Summary of Research. The Chair admits the candidate who is invited to 

summarize the research and conclusions within twenty minutes. 

2. Oral Examination. The Chair then invites each Member of the Committee to ask questions 

of the candidate. If necessary, the Chair should intervene to preclude the examination from 

becoming an inquisition or unduly dominated by a Committee Member. 

3. Follow up by Candidate. As part of the dialogue of learning and as a collegial courtesy to 

the candidate, she/he should be given the opportunity to make final remarks or address 

questions for clarification to the Members of the Committee. 

4. Completion of Defense. When there are no further questions, the Chair asks the candidate 

and all non-committee members to retire. 

Voting Procedure 

1. Basis of Evaluation. The Chair reminds Members of the Committee that: 

i. they should discuss the thesis and options before the vote is taken; 

ii. 

iii. 

the examination covers both the thesis and its oral defense; and 

the conclusion of their discussion will be followed by a vote to accept, or not to accept 

the thesis and its defense; contingent upon the vote on the examination being 

positive, then this is followed by a second vote concerning the terms of acceptance of 

the thesis. 

2. Pass/Failure Voting Ratio. The Chair reminds the Committee that more than one negative 

vote and/or abstention results in the thesis not being accepted and the examination is 

adjourned. 

3. Level of Acceptance of Thesis. The Chair reviews the terms on which the thesis may be 

accepted. 

i. Present Form - no changes 

ii. 

iii. 

Minor corrections involve typographical errors, errors in punctuation or problems in 

style. These alterations must be completed within one month (at least one week prior 

to the deadline for submitting a degree recommendation to the School of Graduate 

Studies). 

Minor modifications are more than changes in style and less than major changes in 

the thesis. A typical example of a minor modification is clarification sought concerning 

textual material or the qualification of research findings or conclusions. Minor 

modifications must be capable of completion within three months, preferably much 

sooner. 



iv. 

Major modifications entail substantial revisions in one or more of the conceptual 

rationale, design, documentation and conclusions of the research. This decision 

would result in an adjournment with a reconvened examination to be held within a 

year by the Examination Committee. 

4. Voting. Following discussion of the examination, the Chair calls for votes on two motions 

regarding: 

i. Acceptance of thesis and oral defense. This vote is on whether the thesis and its 

defense are acceptable. More than one negative vote (and/or abstention) results in 

an adjournment of the examination. 

ii. 

Level of acceptance of thesis. If the defense is accepted, then the Committee must 

also vote on whether the thesis is acceptable as is, or requires corrections or 

modifications (minor, major). 

5. Record of Oral Defense. The Chair completes this form constituting an official record of the 

candidate's defense. 

6. Notification of Candidate on the Vote. 

i. If the thesis and its defense are accepted, the Chair of the Examination Committee 

invites the Supervisor to inform the candidate. 

ii. 

If the thesis and/or defense are not accepted, the Chair of the Examination 

Committee and the Supervisor should jointly advise the candidate. 

Minor Corrections/ modifications 

Members of the Examination Committee will provide the candidate's Supervisor with a list of required 

corrections. When these have been made within the period specified (typically a 2 week period), the 

Supervisor will so inform the Graduate Chair in a written note. 

Major Modifications 

i. When major modifications are required, the Chair appoints a supervising Member or 

Subcommittee to be approved by the Examination Committee. A Subcommittee must be 

appointed in instances: involving more rather than fewer minor modifications; where special 

expertise is warranted; and when there is a lack of consensus among Members of the 

Examination Committee. 

ii. 

iii. 

Written Instructions to Candidate. The candidate's Supervisor will specify in writing the 

nature of the modifications required. 

Timeframe. The candidate must complete the modifications within the period specified which 

must be within three months from the date of the examination. 

iv. 

Completion of Modifications. The appointed supervising Member or Members of the 

Subcommittee must certify in writing to the Graduate Chair that the required modifications 

have been completed. 

Should one or more Members of the Subcommittee not be satisfied that the modifications have been 

properly completed, the Graduate Department must reconvene an oral examination within a year from 

the date of the original examination. 

Examination 

At the reconvened examination, no new appointed Committee Members shall be added, except for 

necessary replacements. It is the obligation of the original examiners to attend this examination. 



Reconvened Examination 

At the reconvened examination, no new appointed Committee Members shall be added, except for 

necessary replacements. It is the obligation of the original examiners to attend this examination. 

The procedures set out in this memorandum for conduct of the oral examination and voting are to be 

followed. The thesis, however, may only be accepted: (i) in its present form; or (ii) subject to minor 

corrections. No further adjournment will be allowed. If unsuccessful, the candidate is ineligible for 

further M.Sc. candidacy at this University. On behalf of the Examination Committee, the candidate's 

Supervisor and Program Director will draft a statement which will be signed by Members of the 

reconvened Examination Committee, and submitted to the Graduate Chair. 

Return of Records to Graduate Department's Office 

The Chair of the Examination Committee is responsible for seeing that the candidate's file and a copy 

of the thesis are immediately returned to the Graduate Department's Office. 

The Chair should also remind the candidate to report to the Graduate Co-coordinator for follow up 

instructions concerning completion of degree requirements. 





RESEARCH IN THE GDRS 

Faculty of Medicine Guidelines on Ethical Conduct of Research and Conflict of 

Interest 

Attached are two documents prepared by the Faculty of Medicine Research Office. The University of 

Toronto “Guidelines Regarding Conflict of Commitment and Conflict of Interest” (Appendix S) and the 

Faculty of Medicine “Framework for Ethical Conduct of Research and Guidelines to Address 

Research Misconduct” (Appendix T) have been formulated to foster an environment of honesty, 

responsibility and integrity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct 

in research. For detailed information please visit the University of Toronto Research and International 

Relations site at: http://www.library.utoronto.ca/rir/ethics_home.html 

The School of Graduate Studies provides a booklet to students and faculty called “Research Involving 

Human Subjects; Student Guide on Ethical Conduct”, Appendix U. 

Ethics Approval Policies 

Effective September 4, 2001, all studies emanating from departments in the Faculty of Medicine that 

are not already covered by a U of T Ethics Review Committee (Health Sciences I, HIV/AIDS, 

Oncology, or Cardiology) and are CAMPUS- and/or COMMUNITY-BASED are to be submitted to 

Health Sciences II for review. Studies from these departments that are HOSPITAL-BASED should still 

be submitted to the ad hoc committees. Please see: Research & International Relations/Ethics 

(www.library.utoronto.ca/rirethics_home.htm) for more info. 

The organizations listed below have Ethics Approval Policies that are reciprocal with that of the 

University of Toronto. 

! The Hospital for Sick Children (HSC) 

! Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) 

! Bloorview Macmillan Centre 

! Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care 

! St. Michael’s Hospital 

! University Health Network 

! Sunnybrook & Women’s College Health Science Centre 

! Toronto Rehabilitation Institute 

! Mount Sinai Hospital 



Ethics Review Contacts at Affiliated Hospitals 

Bloorview MacMillan Children's Centre 

Chair 

Dr. Doug Biggar 

Chair, Research Ethics Review Committee 

Bloorview MacMillan Children's Centre 

MacMillan Site, Room 2-172 

350 Rumsey Road 

Toronto, ON M4G 1R8 

Phone: 416-425-6220x3813 

Fax: 416-422-7035 

E-mail: dbiggar@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Administrative Contact 

Jennifer Woods 

Rehab Engineering and Research Department 

Phone: 416-425-6220x3506 

E-mail: jwoods@bloorviewmacmillan.on.ca 

Centre for Addiction & Mental Health REB (Joint UofT/Hospital Committee) 

Co-Chairs 

Professor John H. Simpson, Co-Chair 

Professor of Sociology, U of T at Mississauga 

Phone/Fax (905) 828-3942 

Email: simpson@chass.utoronto.ca 

Dr. Padraig Darby, Co-Chair 

Deputy Clinical Director, Division of Society, Women and Health 

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Clarke Institute Site 

250 College Street, 9th Floor 

Toronto, Ontario M5T 1R8 

Phone: 416-535-8501x6876 

Fax: 416-979-4975 

Email: padraig_darby@camh.net 

http://www.library.utoronto.ca/rir/ethics_camh.html 


Nancy Deming 

Email: nancy_deming@camh.net 

The Hospital for Sick Children (Joint UofT/Hospital Committee) 

Chair 

Dr. Melvin Freedman 

Research Ethics Board 

Division of Haematology/Oncology 

555 University Avenue 

Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X8 

Phone: 416-813-6152 

Fax: 416-813-5245 

melvin.freedman@sickkids.ca 




Carline Ling 

Phone: 416- 813-6910 

Mount Sinai Hospital 

Chair 


Dr. Ron Heslegrave 

Research Ethics Board, Room 1003B 

Mount Sinai Hospital 


Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X5 

Phone: 416-586-4875 

Fax: 416-586-4715 

Irene Melissa 

Email: imelissa@mtsinai.on.ca 

St. Michael’s Hospital 

Chair 


Dr. Cliff Ottaway 

Chair Research Ethics Board 

c/o Office of Research Administration 

Room 4052, Queen Wing 

4 Queen 

Toronto, Ontario M5B 1W8 

Phone: 416-864-6060x2557 

Fax: 416-864-6043 

Dharmista Patel 

Email: pateld@smh.toronto.on.ca 

Sunnybrook & Women's College Health Science Centre 

Chair 


Dr. P. Hebert 

Research Ethics Committee 

2075 Bayview Avenue, Room S133 

North York, Ontario M4N 3M5 

Phone: 416-480-4276 (Catherine Parry) 

Fax: 480-5814 

Email: philip.hebert@sw.ca 

Catherine Parry 

Phone: 416-480-4276 

Email: catherine.parry@sw.ca 

Toronto Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care (Joint UofT/Hospital Committee) 

Chair 

Dr. David Streiner 

Chair, Kunin-Luninfeld Applied Research Unit 

3650 Bathurst Street 

Toronto Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care 

Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C5 

Phone: 416-785-2500x2534 

Email: dstreiner@klaru-baycrest.on.ca 

D Ch i D id S i 




Deputy Chair: David Streiner 

Carol Copnick 

Phone: 416-785-2500 x 2918 

Email: c.copnick@rotman-baycrest.on.ca 

Toronto Rehabilitation Institute 

Chair & Administrative 

Contact 

Dr. Gaetan Tardif 

Chair, Research Ethics Board 

VP Medicine, Physician-in-Chief 


550 University Ave. 

Toronto, Ontario M5G 2A2 

Phone: 416-597-3422 X 3730 

Fax: 416-597-3011 

Email: tardif.gaetan@torontorehab.on.ca 

The University Health Network 

(i.e. TGH, TWH, PMH) 

Chair 


Dr. Ron Heslegrave 

Chair REB 

Toronto Hospital 


8 th floor south, Rm. 818 

Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z5 

Phone: 416-946-4438 

Fax: 416-595-9164 

Email: hesgrave@uhnres.utoronto.ca 

PMH: 

Sarah Warden 

Phone: 416-946-2388 

Email: swarden@uhnres.utoronto.ca 

TGH and TWH: 

Bibi Hack 

Phone: 416-946-4501x3396 

Email: bibi.hack@uhn.on.ca 

Monica Phillips 

Phone: 416-946-4501x3916 

Email: monicap@uhnres.utoronto.ca 



COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS 

Graduate students in GDRS may participate in a range of collaborative programs. Collaborative 

programs currently available include: 

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♦ 

♦ 

♦ 

Neuroscience 

Human Development, Life Course and Aging program 

Cardiovascular Sciences 

Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering 

Health Services and Policy Research 

Students who register in a collaborative program are required to complete the requirements of both 

GDRS and the Collaborative Program. The requirements for the Collaborative Program vary by 

Program, but usually require completion of specific courses, attendance at a seminar series hosted 

by the Collaborative Program, and a thesis committee with representatives from both GDRS and the 

Collaborative Program. When these requirements have been completed students will obtain a 

specialization designation from the SGS upon completion of their degree. The School of Graduate 

Studies Calendar provides specific details for each Program 

Students interested in registering for any collaborative program should contact the GDRS for further 

details. 

Neurosciences 

The graduate units of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular 

Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry, Dentistry, Immunology, Medical Science, Molecular and 

Medical Genetics, Nutritional Sciences, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Physiology, Psychology, 

Speech Pathology, Rehabilitation Science and Zoology participate in the graduate program. 

The GDRS currently offers REH 1510 Disordered and Restorative Motor Control, as a course 

co-registered with this program. Molly Verrier is the Graduate Faculty Representative for this 

program. 

Address: 

Dr. J.O. Dostrovsky, Director 

Room 102, Tanz Neuroscience Building 

6 Queen’s Park Crescent 


Toronto, ON M5S 1A8 

Telephone: (416) 978-4894 

Fax: (416) 978-1878 

E-mail: mailto:p.neuroscience@utoronto.ca 

Web: http://www.utoronto.ca/neurosci 



Human Development, Life Course and Aging 

The principal mandate of the Institute is to conduct basic, multidisciplinary research from a social 

science perspective on human development, the life course and aging. Life course analysis aims to 

understand the causes, processes and consequences of change over the course of life. Human 

development and aging are seen to involve the interaction of social, psychological and biological 

processes from birth to death. Angela Colantonio is the Graduate Faculty Representative for this 

program. 

B. Wheaton, Director 

Address: 

Suite 106, 222 College Street 


Toronto, ON M5T 3J1 

Telephone: (416) 978-7910 

Fax: (416) 978-4771 

E-mail: hagan@chass.utoronto.caWeb 

http://library.utoronto.ca/www/aging/depthome.html 

Cardiovascular Sciences Collaborative Program 

The Cardiovascular Sciences Collaborative Program is a program created to develop co-operative 

and joint graduate teaching and research across departmental boundaries under the Faculty of 

Medicine and the Faculty of Physical Education and Health. The Program builds on the strengths of 

the collaborating graduate departments (Biomedical Engineering, Community Health, Institute of 

Medical Science, Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, Pharmacology, Physiology and 

Rehabilitation Science), the clinical departments of Medicine and Surgery, and the Heart and 

Stroke/Richard Lewar Centre of Excellence - enhancing the visibility of cardiovascular studies and 

facilitating interdisciplinary training and research. Scott Thomas is the Graduate Faculty 

Representative for this program. 

Address: 

Dr. C. Wittnich, Director 


FitzGerald Building, Room 83D 

150 College Street 

Toronto, Ontario M5S 3E2 

Telephone: (416) 978-0746 

Fax: (416) 946-5713 

E-mail: cv.program@utoronto.ca 

Web: http://www.library.utoronto.ca/cardiosci/index.html 



Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering 

Biomaterials and biomedical engineering consists of the application of the concepts and methods of 

engineering and physics to the study of living systems, to the design and construction of systems to 

measure basic physiological parameters, to the development of instruments and techniques for 

biological and medical practice, and to the development of artificial organs. By its nature the majority 

of the Institute’s work is of an interdisciplinary nature, which involves close collaboration with other 

departments of the University and associated hospitals. Denise Reid is the Graduate Faculty 

Representative for this program. 

Address: 

A.M. Dolan, Coordinator of Graduate Studies 

Room 407, Rosebrugh Building 

4 Taddle Creek Road 


Toronto, ON M5S 3G9 

Telephone: (416) 978-6354 

Fax: (416) 978-4317 

E-mail: admissions.ibme@utoronto.ca 

Web: http://www.ibme.utoronto.ca/ 

Health Services and Policy Research 

The Collaborative program will provide a focus for those students with an interest in health services 

and policy research to interact and learn from each other in a manner which may not be available in 

their home departments or faculties The objective of the program is to: (1) provide training in health 

services and policy research for graduate students (Masters and PhD); (2) enhance the quality and 

breadth of transdisciplinary training in health services and policy research by providing learners with 

access to learning experiences (e.g. course, summer institutes, practicum experiences, supervisors 

and supervisory committee members, and mentors) that cut across universities, faculties, disciplines, 

departments and existing graduate programs; and (3) include decision makers as active partners in 

teaching, program and curriculum planning and provision of fields placements with students. 

Please contact the GDRS department for more information: 

416-978-0300 

rehab.science@utoronto.ca 



Curriculum Vitae Updates 

Students and faculty members are expected to update their CV yearly and send a copy to the GDRS 

office in the following format. 

Name: 

Bibliographical Information: 

1. Address: business address, telephone and FAX numbers 

2. Degrees: degree, year, institution, and specialty 

3. Employment: 

4. Honors: scholarships, prizes, etc., including year received 

Publications: 

All authors should be listed in the order in which they appear in the publication, followed by 

article title, journal, volume number, page numbers, and year. 

1. Refereed publications 

2. Manuscripts submitted for publications 

3. Abstracts and Presentations 



GDRS EVENTS, PUBLICATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 

Publications 

The GDRS Handbook is distributed annually to all GDRS faculty member and new incoming students. 

It outlines the SGS and the GDRS policy, procedures and guidelines for degree programs, the role of 

academic staff in the GDRS, faculty appointments, student funding policies and procedures, student 

services, and defense and examination guidelines. A current GDRS Handbook is available online at 

http://www.utoronto.ca/gdrs/handbook.htm 

Departmental Website 

The GDRS website contains information on admission, program requirements, and faculty info. The 

address is www.utoronto.ca/gdrs. A current copy of the GDRS Handbook is available at the website. 

Bulletin Boards 

This bulletin board in the Graduate Administration and Student Office maintains information on 

employment opportunities and the Graduate Student Association. 

Rehab News 

Rehab News is a weekly e-newsletter that provides faculty and students with pertinent information 

regarding rehabilitation events and funding deadlines. 





FUNDING POLICY 2003/2004 

Inroduction 

The GDRS policy is that graduate students registered in their department should have financial 

support throughout the duration of a normal graduate degree program. If such support is not derived 

from internal awards, (i.e. U of T Open) external fellowships or awards, then it is expected that the 

department/supervisor will make support available. The GDRS Funding Policy for 2003-2004 is 

available in Appendix K. 

Statement of Agreement 

Student and Supervisor are required to jointly complete a GDRS “Statement of Agreement” (Appendix 

V) annually before initial registration in the program, and before each September registration 

thereafter. The Statement of Agreement covers the general conditions of supervisor, student funding 

agreement, and conflict of interest guidelines. The signature of the student and supervisor indicates 

intent to abide by the terms and provisions of this agreement. 

The GDRS is responsible for reporting all sources of student funding on an annual basis to the 

University of Toronto. Both student and supervisor will benefit from the assurance of an agreed upon 

amount and duration of personal funding, a clear understanding of their roles in both seeking and 

maintaining student funding, and a clear understanding of the implications of a student’s decision to 

waive funding. Any assurance of provision of a graduate stipend is limited to the availability and 

duration of assured fund sources. ( i.e. 5 years of operating grant funding cannot be guaranteed from 

a 2-year grant.) 



AWARDS 

The following sources are available for student financial support. Please contact the Administrative 

Assistant in the GDRS Office for application procedures and deadlines. 

A more complete list is available in Appendix W and from the SGS. 

External Awards 

These applications usually have deadline dates and it is recommended that these applications be 

completed before entry into the graduate program. 

Ontario Graduate Scholarships 

(OGS) 

The government of the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of 

Colleges and Universities (MCU), provides 1,300 graduate 

scholarships tenable at Ontario Universities. The Scholarships are 

available for graduate study in all disciplines, to applicants with a high 

level of academic achievement, i.e., with first-class standing in most 

courses. During tenure of the award the student must be registered 

full-time in a graduate program leading to a master’s or doctoral 

degree. Applications are available through the GDRS office in 

September. (Telephone: 978-0300) or at 

http://osap.gov.on.ca/NOT_SECURE/ogs.htm 

GDRS deadline for application: October. 

NSERC, SSHRC 

Canadian Institutes of Health 

Research (CIHR) 

These national agencies require ranking by the SGS; therefore, the 

GDRS deadline for completion is generally six weeks in advance of 

the agency deadlines. The guidelines and application forms are 

available from the GDRS Office 

or at www.NSERC.ca and www.SSHRC.ca 

Doctoral Research Awards are intended to provide special 

recognition and support to students pursuing a doctoral degree in the 

health sciences in Canada. Candidates are expected to have an 

exceptionally high potential for future research achievement and 

productivity. The program is open to Canadian citizens and 

permanent residents of Canada. Only those students engaged in fulltime 

research training in a Canadian graduate school are eligible for 

support. At the time of application, candidates must have completed 

at least 12 months of graduate study at the master's or Ph.D. level 

and have been registered for no more than 26 months as a full-time 

student in a doctoral program. Deadline: October. Late or incomplete 

applications will not be considered. Awardees receive an annual 

stipend of $19,030. Program guidelines and applications available at 

http://www/cihr.ca 

Foundations: Heart and Stroke, 

Ontario Cancer, etc. 

Canadian Bureau of 

International Education (CBIE) 

There are many Foundations that offer graduate student awards. 

Students may be eligible if they are involved in one of the associated 

areas. Applications are available from the Office of Research 

Administration, Faculty of Medicine, Fitzgerald Building. 

Deadlines for each application are generally in the fall for the 

next academic year. 

http://www.cbie.ca/awsc.html 

A list of awards for international students from CBIE 



Internal Awards 

The GDRS has no direct funding to support student stipends but may recommend students for 

internal University of Toronto awards through the SGS. Application for these awards is made by the 

GDRS. Only students with an A- average, who have applied for external awards and have not 

received funding, will be considered. Competition is based on scholarly performance, including 

publications and presentations at scientific meetings. Students who wish to be considered for one of 

these awards should send a letter of request, including evidence of application to external agencies in 

the past, to the Graduate Chair at least two weeks before the deadline. Supervisors must be able to 

supply a letter of recommendation to the Graduate Chair at this time. 

University of Toronto Open 

Fellowships 

Connaught Scholarships 

UT Fellowships provide financial support for graduate students 

with excellent academic standing. UT 

Fellowships come out of a central fund from which each graduate 

unit is provided an allocation. The 

Faculty of Medicine is now allocating funds for the respective 

departments. GDRS is responsible 

for allocating funds for the remaining institutes, centres and 

faculties. There is no restriction based on citizenship or status in 

Canada; however special and part-time students 

are not eligible to hold a UT fellowship. 

These scholarships are awarded by the University as entrance 

scholarships. The current value is $11,100 

plus academic fees (including the differential fees for international 

students, if applicable). 


Student Scholarship 

Students accepted in Master's or Doctoral programs in any Faculty 

of the University of Toronto who will carry out their research or 

professional work at the TRI or at another suitable institution and 

whose studies will further the strategic directions of the TRI are 

eligible. Please contact Graduate & Inter-Faculty Affairs regarding 

supervisory and other eligibility guidelines. (OSOTF) 

Ontario Graduate Scholarship in 

Science and Technology 

(OGSST) 

Awarded for one academic year to a student who plans to enroll as 

in a full time master's or doctoral program in science and 

technology. 

Internal GDRS Awards 

Ruth Bradshaw Graduate Award 

Awarded annually, at the time of admission, on the basis of 

academic achievement to a full-time student enrolled in the first 

year of the Master’s of Science Program in Rehabilitation Science, 

the student being a graduate of an undergraduate program in 

physical therapy in one or more provinces in Canada. 



Marguerite Harland Smith 

Graduate Award 

Robin Schaffer Graduate 

Scholarship 

Gwen Bell Endowment Fund 

Judy Willcocks Memorial 

Bursary 

Awarded annually to a full-time physical therapy graduate student. 

The student must be conducting rehabilitation research in 

neuroscience field. Based on financial need and academic 

achievement. 

Awarded annually, at the time of admission, on the basis of 

academic merit, to a graduate student with an Occupational 

Therapy background, who is entering the first year of the Master’s 

Program in Rehabilitation Science. 

Awarded annually to an Occupational Therapist who is entering in 

the University of Toronto Graduate Department of Rehabilitation 

Science. 

The award will be based on: 

1. His/her undergraduate academic performance and 

2. His/her general area of research with preference given to 

research in occupational therapy that has application for 

everyday practice. 

Awarded annually to a full-time student enrolled in the Master's of 

Science program in Rehabilitation Science. Based on Financial 

need. 

Lois Snelling Physical Therapy 

Bursary 

Awarded to a Physical Therapy doctoral stream student enrolled in 

the Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science, at the Faculty 

of Medicine, on the basis of financial need. 



GRADUATE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION 

All students registered in the GDRS are included as members of the Rehab Science Graduate 

Students Union (RSGSU). A portion of the student’s incidental fees goes to the Graduate Students 

Union (GSU), which in turn funds the RSGSU. 

The RSGSU Executive is an elected body that represents students’ views and interests to the 

Committee on Graduate Studies and organizes various academic and social events throughout the 

year. The RSGSU Executive meets to plan these events and discuss issues of relevance to 

students. In addition, each member of the Executive fulfills certain specific duties: 

President: 

Vice President/ 

GSU Course Union 

Representative: 

Treasurer: 

Secretary 

• attends Graduate Student Affairs Committee meetings 

• corresponds with fellow students 

• chairs RSGSU executive meetings 

• assists the President and fills in for the President, if necessary 

• attends RSGSU executive meetings 

• represents GDRS students at monthly GSU council meetings and 

disseminates GSU information 

• manages RSGSU funds and attends meetings 

• records and distributes minutes of RSGSU executive meetings 

2003-2004 Student Representatives: 

President: TBA 

Vice-President: TBA 

Union Rep/Secretary: Renu Gupta 

At the beginning of each September an election takes place to select the RSGSU executive 

committee. Results of this election are sent to all students and faculty as soon after the election as 

possible. 





GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION 

Graduate Administration & Student Office 

All research students have access to a computer study room at 500 University Av. Room 1011. 

There are three computers available in the student room, with various statistical packages, e-mail 

access and internet access. 

Student Lounge 

A lounge is available to all doctoral stream students in GDRS at 500 University Av. A microwave oven 

and a refrigerator are available for use in this space. The lounge is shared with the doctoral stream 

students in Speech Language Pathology. 

Student Mailboxes 

All graduate students are given a mailbox when registered in their program. These mailboxes are 

located in the Graduate Administration & Student Office (1011). The mailboxes are used to distribute 

information to students from the GDRS office and from faculty members. Students are encouraged to 

check their mailboxes frequently. 

E-mail 

All students are asked to provide an e-mail address to the Graduate Assistant when they register. 

These addresses are used to assist GDRS with communicating with students. Electronic mail and 

Internet access are available to all University of Toronto students. Please check 

http://www.utoronto.ca/utor.html for more info. Please note that the Graduate Department of 

Rehabilitation Science communicates largely by e-mail. 

Student Cards 

All new graduate students are required to have the photo-ID card (T-Card), which serves as a student 

card and a library card. This card also gives students access the Graduate Administration & Student 

Office and to the building after hours. For new students, cards may be obtained at, Robarts Library, 

Rm. 2054. This card provides access to 500 University Avenue. 

Please check http://www.library.utoronto.ca/services/card/index.htm 

Student Counseling 

The GDRS publishes these guidelines for both students and faculty, designed to foster a positive, 

productive relationship. Students are encouraged to contact the Graduate Chair directly if difficulties, 

whether personal or work-related, arise. The University of Toronto and the SGS also offer a host of 

student services such as personal and career counseling, clinical and psychiatry health services, and 

housing assistance. 

Computer Room 

The computer lab is a satellite of the computer lab in the Medical Sciences Building. There are 44 

computers of which 4 stations have full wheelchair accessibility, 1 printing station, 1 scanning station, 

2 virus stations and an IT help desk. The computer systems have internet access and are loaded 

with Windows XP, Microsoft Office, SAS, SPSS, and Nudist/NVivo to name a few. They are available 

24/7. Lars Svekis, IT Support Personnel is in the lab Monday to Friday between 10-6 p.m. to answer 

any technical questions that you may have. Please note that additional computers are also available 

to students in the Medical Sciences Building, Computing labs. 

Please note the following procedures: 



1. To access the lab, you must swipe your U of T Library card at all times. If your card does not 

work, please contact Chanh Stevens and provide her the barcode number located on the 

bottom of your library card. You can either email her the information at 

c.stevens@utoronto.ca or drop by to see her in room 160. 

2. To access the computers, currently no user id and password will be required. Once the 

servers are set up user id and password will be required. Lars Svekis provides this 

information to the students. 

3. Remember to save all of your files onto a disk. Once the server is connected you will be able 

to save your files onto the server. Please note that it is strongly recommended that you save 

your files onto a disk, as old files saved onto the workstations will be deleted on a monthly 

basis. 

4. Once the swipe card printing system is set up there will be a cost recovery charge of 7 cents 

per page to print. This is the same levy charge as that of the computer labs in the Medical 

Sciences Building. Please note that no printing will be available until January 20 th as we are 

in the process of setting up the swipe card printing system. To purchase the printing card 

and additional tokens please go to Robarts Library. The printing charge would cover the cost 

of toners and papers. 

Student Leave of Absence 

Leave for exceptional health problems, or serious personal circumstances. Full or part-time 

students may apply for Personal/Medical Leave by completing the Personal/Medical Leave Form 

(Appendix X). Students may apply to the SGS, through the GDRS, for a one term (four months) to 

three-term leave during their program of study on the grounds of exceptional health problems or 

serious personal circumstances that temporarily make it impossible to continue studies. While on 

leave, students will not be registered, nor will they be required to pay fees for this period. 

Parental leave of absence. Graduate students may apply to the GDRS for a parental leave of 

absence. This policy is intended to recognize the need for leave at the time of pregnancy, birth, or 

adoption, and to permit a pause in studies in order to provide full-time care in the first year of 

parenting a new child. Either parent may request up to three terms of leave, which must by 

completed within 12 months of the date of birth or custody. Where both parents are graduate 

students seeking parental leave, the total number of terms may not exceed four. While on parental 

leave, students do not register or pay fees to the University. They will not be eligible to receive 

University of Toronto fellowship support during the leave, but they may defer their fellowship until they 

return from leave. In the case of other fellowships, the regulations of the particular granting agency 

will apply. 

Students on leave of absence should make special arrangements regarding consultation with their 

supervisor, program committee and other pertinent faculty members. The Graduate Coordinator or 

Chair grants approvals for leaves. 

Students may apply for parental leave by completing the Parental Leave Request Form (Appendix Y). 

The terminal date of the degree program will be extended by the duration of the leave taken. 

Normally, the start and finish of the leave would coincide with the beginning and end of a session 



Health Services 

Whether the student needs medical care, emotional support, or health-education counseling, the 

University’s Health Service can help with a comprehensive range of services provided by a staff of 

professionals. 

Students are strongly urged to ensure that they have health insurance to cover the cost of medical 

services or hospital care—either through the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), the Medicare 

plan of the student’s home province in Canada, or through a plan in the home country of international 

students. Out-of-province students, if they are not covered by their own provincial plan, should 

register with OHIP as soon as possible. As a full-time graduate student, and through the fees the 

student pays to the Graduate Student Union, the student is automatically enrolled in a supplementary 

insurance plan that pays for the expenses not normally covered by standard plans. Uninsured 

persons are responsible for the cost of their own medical care. 

For more information, contact: 

University Health Service 

Koffler Student Services Centre 


Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5T 2Z9 

Tel: (416) 978-8030 

E-mail:health.services@utoronto.ca 

Health Insurance for International Students and Families 

Students from outside Canada must apply for the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) at an 

estimated cost of $590 per year for a single student, $1,181 for a family of two, or $1,869 for a family 

of three or more. 

Uninsured persons are responsible for the cost of medical care. 

International Student Center (ISC) 

U of T students from outside Canada are automatically entitled to the use of all facilities, programs 

and services at the ISC, most of which have an international or multicultural focus—meet friends, join 

a club, have lunch, attend a meeting or get information and help. 

On their arrival at the University, students are encouraged to drop in to the ISC for orientation, 

information and assistance. The Center offers the following services: 

• help with English through conversation classes and writing labs 

• a monthly newsletter to keep the student informed about events and issues of special concern to 

international students 

• social, cultural and travel programs that introduce new students to Canada and to fellow students 

and that complement the activities of the many student groups that use ISC 

• availability throughout the year to answer questions and assist the student with non-academic 

personal matters (e.g., immigration, accommodation, and health services, and shopping). 


International Student Centre 

33 St. George Street 

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E3 

Tel: (416) 978-2564 

Fax: (416) 978-4090 

E-mail: isc.information@utoronto.ca 

Web: http://www.library.utoronto.ca/isc/ 

Accommodation 

Toronto offers an assortment of student accommodation, ranging from campus residences to offcampus 

shared and private accommodation. 



The student’s first stop for housing information should be the University Housing Service, where 

she/he will find up-to-date information on campus residences, lists of rooms, apartments and houses 

for rent by landlords throughout the city, and lists of students seeking roommates. 


University of Toronto Housing Service 

Koffler Student Services Centre 


Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5T 1R2 

Telephone:(416) 978-8045 

Fax:(416) 978-1616 

E-mail:housing.services@utoronto.ca 

Graduate House Residence 

Graduate House, 60 Harbord Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3L1, is located at the western entrance to 

the University of Toronto St. George Campus. Situated on the northeast corner of Harbord Street and 

Spadina Avenue, the residence is a ten-minute walk to any point on the campus. 

Graduate House is designed with three and four bedroom apartment style suites for full-time 

Graduate and Second-Entry Professional Faculty single students. 

Currently under construction, Graduate House is slated for occupancy during July 2000. 

Applicants enrolled in full-time Master's and Ph.D. programs are students of the School of Graduate 

Studies (SGS). The current allocation of space for SGS is 361 beds, half of which will be used by 

graduate units for recruitment purposes. 

Beginning September 2000, the maximum length of stay for SGS students is three years as long as 

the resident maintains continuous occupancy (i.e., including summers). 

Telephone: (416) 946-5486 

Fax: (416) 978-1649 

E-mail residence.gradtwo@utoronto.ca 

Web: http://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/residencegradtwo 

On-Campus Housing 

Lists of residences, both University and independent, that accommodate graduate students are 

available on request from the Housing Service. The cost of the residence, as well as the contact 

address and phone number, is listed. Information and application forms for residence 

accommodation should be obtained as early as possible, and the application forms promptly 

completed and returned by the student to the appropriate residence office. 

Two residences exist solely for single graduate students. Massey College admits 60 students by 

election, and applications are accepted until April 30 each year. The St. George Residence can 

accommodate 245 students. For more information contact: 

The Warden 

The Secretary 

St. George Graduate Residence 

Massey College 

321 Bloor Street West 4 Devonshire Place 

Toronto, Ontario 

Toronto, Ontario 

M5S 1S5 

M5S 2E1 

Telephone: (416) 978-4885 Telephone: (416) 978-2891 

Fax:(416) 971-2241 Fax: (416) 971-3032 

Web:http://www.utoronto.ca/massey/ 

E-mail:ann.brumell@utoronto.ca 



University Family Housing 

The University has a limited number of unfurnished apartments for full-time students who need a 

place that can accommodate a spouse/partner and/or children. Ask for an application as soon as 

possible from the University Housing Service and submit it promptly; there is usually a waiting period 

of at least one year for these units. 

Off-Campus Housing 

Ample accommodation, affordable to most students, is available in Toronto. On arriving in Toronto the 

student can consult lists of available lodging displayed at the Housing Service as they would the 

classified ads of a newspaper - seeking out accommodation that meets their needs and their budget. 





LIST OF APPENDICES 

Appendix A 

Appendix B 

Appendix C 

Appendix D 

Appendix E 

Appendix F 

Appendix G 

Appendix H 

Appendix I 

Appendix J 

Checklist for Supervisors, Students and Departments, SGS, Division IV 

Learning Contract for Part-Time Students 

Basic Program Information Sheet 

Report on M.Sc. Thesis Defense form; 

Guidelines for the Preparation of a Thesis for Microfilming and Binding and other related 

materials 

Degree of Doctor of Philosophy; 

Institute of Medical Science Transfer Oral Examinations Guide 

Tuition Fee Deferral Form 

Timeframes for Degree Completion 

Program Advisory Committee Meeting Form 

Departmental Course Descriptions 

Listing of Faculty Members and Areas of Research 

Appendix K Funding Policy 2003-2004 

Appendix L 

Appendix M 

Appendix N 

Appendix O 

Appendix P 

Appendix Q 

Appendix R 

Appendix S 

Appendix T 

Appendix U 

Appendix V 

Appendix W 

Appendix X 

Graduate Supervision; Guidelines for Students, Faculty, and Administrators 

Annual Report 

Independent Reading & Research Course Standards & Policy 

Independent Reading & Research Course Request Form 

Final Thesis Organization Chart 

M.Sc. Thesis Defense Guidelines; Recommendations for Thesis Content; 

Final Program Advisory Committee Form 

List of Examiners Form 

Policy on Conflict of Interest 

Framework for Ethical Conduct of Research and Guidelines to Address Research 

Misconduct 1996 

Research Involving Human Subjects; Student Guide to Ethical Conduct 

Statement of Agreement 

Student Funding Sources 

Personal or Medical Leave Form 

Appendix Y 

Appendix Z 

Parental Leave Form 

Program Change Form 

Appendix AA Graduate Appointments and Re-Appointments Policy 



GLOSSARY 

CV ............................. 

GAAD ........................ 

GAAF ........................ 

GDRS........................ 

IMS............................ 

ISC ............................ 

MCU .......................... 

CIHR ......................... 

NSERC...................... 

OGS .......................... 

OHIP ......................... 

PAC........................... 

RSGSU 

SGS........................... 

SSHRC...................... 

UHIP.......................... 

Curriculum Vitae 

Graduate Admissions and Awards Committee 

Graduate Affairs and Appointments Committee 

Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Science 

Institute of Medical Science 

International Student Center 

Ministry of Colleges and Universities 

Canadian Institute of Health Research 

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council 

Ontario Graduate Scholarship 

Ontario Health Insurance Plan 

Program Advisory Committee 

Rehab Science Graduate Students Union 

School of Graduate Studies 

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada 

University Health Insurance Plan

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