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Form: Request for Leave of Absence

Students who find it necessary to interrupt their graduate studies may request a leave of absence. A leave of absence must be requested before the date on which the leave will start. Retroactive leaves will only be approved in highly exceptional cases

Important: International graduate students should review and consult International Student Advising if needed before pursuing a Leave of Absence to discuss the impact on their ability to stay in Canada, study permit and future post-graduation plans.

Summary of Leaves of Absence policy

Procedure:

• Read the policy to ensure you are eligible.
• Discuss leave of absence with supervisor and supervisory committee.
• Download and complete the “Request for Leave of Absence” form from Grad Studies website. Attach required documentation.
• Obtain the signatures of supervisor and graduate program advisor indicating their approval.
• Send the form to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Parental Accommodation

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Form: Request for Parental Accommodation

Graduate students with substantial parenting responsibilities for a newborn or newly adopted child under the age of six during their course of study may apply for an eight-week parental accommodation period.

Procedure:

• Read the policy to ensure you are eligible.
• Discuss parental accommodation with supervisor.
• Download and complete the “Request for Parental Accommodation” form from Grad Studies website.
• Obtain the signatures of supervisor and graduate program advisor indicating their approval.
• Send the form to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

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