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Trainee Research Exchange/Internship Travel Allowance Request 

Please use this form to request the use of the travel allowance funds to support travel/accommodation costs related to your research exchange/internship.

Master's students are eligible for a travel allowance of up to $4,000, while PhD and Postdoctoral students may receive up to $10,000.

You will be required to submit:

  • Travel Dates
  • Destination
  • Details of your Host
  • A description of how the travel aligns with your project and what you will be doing (Max. 500 Words)
  • Budget breakdown including uploads of a screenshot/quote of the flight and accommodation costs.
  • Upload a letter of support from your CM supervisor
  • Upload a letter of support from your host

Expense Reimbursement for York Trainees

Expense Reimbursement for Queen's Trainees

The Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) has prepared a detailed and thorough Postdoctoral Handbook which provides an overview of postdoctoral services at FGS, benefits, information for international postdocs, and other useful information and resources. 

Disclaimer: Information compiled in this section is subject to change. Please note that content has been gathered from various sources and is not directly monitored by Connected Minds.

Visit the Faculty of Graduate Studies incoming student website. This page will assist you in preparing for your graduate career at York in conjunction with orientation events offered by your individual program. 

Resources Include: 

  • Checklist: Use this list to assist you in preparing for your graduate career at York and help ensure a smooth transition to campus life. 
  • YU Start Program is your primary online resource for preparing for your academic journey at York. It includes a Discussion Board for incoming students to connect with other students and have your questions answered.
  • Housing: There are a variety of housing options for graduate students while studying at York. Several campus options, as well as Toronto’s many vibrant neighborhoods and downtown core. 
  • Student Administrative responsibilities: Incoming graduate students are encouraged to complete all applicable administrative responsibilities (i.e., setting up Passport York, Email Account, YU-card, Parking, and Keys). 

York University’s Graduate Student Association (YUGSA) 

The YUGSA is the students’ union, committed to representing graduate students’ interests and advancing students’ and workers’ rights across and beyond York’s campuses. Please visit https://www.yugsa.ca/services for a detailed list of services provided by the YUGSA. 

Health Plan 

The YUGSA Health and Dental plan (https://www.yugsa.ca/health-plan) is mandatory for all full time graduate students without an alternate coverage and is optional for part time students.  All full-time students will be automatically enrolled in the plan and the GSA Healthcare charge will appear in their student accounts. Part time students can join the plan by opting in to it. 

Disclaimer: Information compiled in this section is subject to change. Please note that content has been gathered from various sources and is not directly monitored by Connected Minds.

York International provides assistance to all international students, as well as domestic and international students who wish to study or work abroad. This link provides a guide to help you navigate the process of coming to Canada and keep you fully informed about your responsibilities as an international student. Here, you will find information regarding immigration, health insurance, health care, work, and finance. 

University Health Insurance Plan

The University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) https://yorkinternational.yorku.ca/uhip/ is a mandatory basic coverage plan that is in place for international students and others who are not covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). Students who must be covered under UHIP include: 

  • International students with a valid study permit who are registered as active in a degree program
  • Incoming exchange students 
  • Dependent(s), spouse and/or children, of eligible students
  • International Visiting Research Trainees with a valid work permit

International students who are registered as active in a degree program are automatically enrolled under UHIP. However, this year, since a lot of international students are studying from their home countries, only students who are in Canada this year will be enrolled or charged for UHIP. For further information please email: uhip@yorku.ca.  

Disclaimer: Information compiled in this section is subject to change. Please note that content has been gathered from various sources and is not directly monitored by Connected Minds.