Download the Request to the Senate Committee on Academic Regulations and Petitions (PDF), and fill it out with the help of your Academic Success Advisor, if needed. Submit this form, along with medical documentation, to [email protected].

Follow the steps in the Grade Appeals policy (PDF).

Step One
Please write a formal statement about one or a few course component(s) in question and explain your concerns related to the mark received at any time before, or within 15 days after the posting of official grades. A meeting with the Professor involved is normally required at this stage.

If such a meeting is not feasible or is unacceptable to either party, the student may proceed directly to Step Two.

Step Two

Academic Appeals Submission Form

If the meeting with the Faculty Member did not result in a mutually satisfactory resolution, please complete a formal written appeal to the Appeals and Academic Standards Committee using the Academic Appeals Submission Form within 10 days of the meeting with the faculty member. The committee will consider evidence from both sides and may ask for additional materials. The committee will arrive at a final decision and report it to the Faculty Dean. The Faculty Dean will implement the decision.

*You may bring a person of support with you; please see the policy for guidance.

If you do not know what plagiarism is, please book an appointment with the Writing Lab. You can do so by visiting the Academic Support Corner webpage and clicking on ‘Book an Appointment Here‘. The Writing Lab instructor will help you to understand Academic Dishonesty, and how to avoid it with proper citations and referencing.

Under the Disciplinary Regulations on Academic Integrity, professors are required to notify students via email before filing a formal Notice of Offence. This email serves as an invitation to meet with your professor or, if you prefer, to provide a written response within five (5) business days.

If you believe you did not commit the violation, here are the steps you should follow:

• Respond promptly: Reply to the professor’s email as soon as possible. Indicate whether you prefer to meet in person, virtually, or to provide a written response via email. Ensure your response is submitted within five (5) business days.
• Prepare effectively: Be professional, objective, and respectful in your meeting or written response. Address the professor’s concerns clearly and provide any relevant evidence to support your case.
• Follow the timeline: Respond within the five (5) business days to ensure your input is considered before the professor makes a decision.

By responding promptly and professionally, you can clarify your perspective and present your case effectively.

Under the Disciplinary Regulations on Academic Integrity, the process proceeds as follows:

• Professor’s decision: Your professor will review your response and decide whether to drop the case or file a formal Notice of Offence. If you do not respond within five (5) business days, the professor may proceed with filing the notice.
• If a Notice of Offence is not filed: If the professor decides not to file a Notice of Offence, they will notify you via email within five (5) business days of your meeting or written response.
• If a Notice of Offence is filed:
  • You will receive an official letter from the Faculty Dean detailing the decision, including any sanctions or penalties.
  • You will have five (5) business days to file an appeal with the Academic Standards and Appeals Committee if you believe the Notice of Offence is inaccurate.

Check your university email daily to stay informed about important updates.

You may appeal the Notice of Offence if:

1. The appeal is filed within five (5) business days of receiving the notice.
2. You can clearly demonstrate that the details of the notice are inaccurate.

Please note: (1) Appeals cannot be filed after the five (5) business day window; and (2) the Disciplinary Regulations on Academic Integrity do not allow appeals to be approved based on compassionate grounds.

To file an appeal:

• Write a letter explaining why the details in the Notice of Offence are inaccurate.
• Attach supporting documents that prove you did not commit the violation.
• Submit the appeal letter and evidence using the Academic Integrity Violation Appeal Submission Form.

Remember, appeals are intended for students who were falsely accused. If you acknowledge committing the violation, consider contacting a Student Success Advisor or the Academic Integrity Officer to discuss remedial measures. 

A Student Success Advisor can help you navigate the university policies and offer support and resources to help achieve academic success. Visit the Student Services on your campus or email [email protected] to book an appointment. The Academic Integrity Officer can help you understand the underlying reason behind the violation and provide guidance on how to prevent it from happening again (click here to book an appointment).

Your appeal letter should focus on addressing the specific charges in the Notice of Offence. To draft an effective letter:

• Review the Notice of Offence and related documents: Carefully read the “Description of Academic Integrity Violation(s)” in the notice and any related documents from the Faculty Dean. Review communications with your professor about the alleged violation for additional context.
• Identify key points to refute the allegations: Highlight inconsistencies, misunderstandings, or procedural errors. For example, explain how your assignment submission or exam answer does not reflect the violation description or highlight any missing or unclear evidence.
• Provide evidence: Attach relevant documents such as assignment drafts, emails, or technical records to support your claims. Be specific in explaining how your evidence disproves the allegations.
• Maintain professionalism: Write in a calm, respectful tone. Avoid emotional or accusatory language. Ensure your letter is concise, well-organized, and free of grammatical errors.

By presenting a clear, logical argument supported by evidence, you increase the likelihood of a successful appeal.

According to Section 7.2 of the 2025 Disciplinary Regulations on Academic Integrity:

• Students who commit a second violation will be suspended for a period determined by the Faculty Dean.
• Students who commit a third violation will be expelled from the university.

These penalties are intended to uphold the values of academic integrity and ensure fairness across the university community.

Please review the Academic Conduct Complaints Policy (PDF)

Step One
Please write a formal complaint about one or a few concerns and email it to the relevant faculty member, within fifteen (15) days of the incident(s) giving rise to the complaint. The student and the Faculty Member will explore ways to resolve the concerns and record them for action/distribution as appropriate.

Step Two
If concerns have not been resolved in Step One, the student would contact the corresponding Faculty Dean within ten (10) days with a signed written complaint providing the following information:
a) Description of the complaint, including time and date;
b) Faculty Member involved;
c) Action taken to date, including the details
of Step One if applicable; and
d) Resolution sought.
As necessary and deemed appropriate, the Faculty Dean will bring the Faculty Member and Student together, or meet with each separately, to discuss the situation, clarify the complaint, and develop a strategy to resolve the complaint.

*You may bring a person of support with you; please see the policy for guidance.

Please review the Academic Conduct Complaints Policy (PDF)

Step One
Please write a formal complaint about one or a few concerns and email it to the relevant faculty member, within fifteen (15) days of the incident(s) giving rise to the complaint. The student and the Faculty Member will explore ways to resolve the concerns and record them for action/distribution as appropriate.

Step Two
If concerns have not been resolved in Step One, the student would contact the corresponding Faculty Dean within ten (10) days with a signed written complaint providing the following information:
a) Description of the complaint, including time and date;
b) Faculty Member involved;
c) Action taken to date, including the details
of Step One if applicable; and
d) Resolution sought.
As necessary and deemed appropriate, the Faculty Dean will bring the Faculty Member and Student together, or meet with each separately, to discuss the situation, clarify the complaint, and develop a strategy to resolve the complaint.

*You may bring a person of support with you; please see the policy for guidance.

Please review the Academic Conduct Complaints Policy (PDF)

Step One
Please write a formal complaint about one or a few concerns and email it to the relevant faculty member, within fifteen (15) days of the incident(s) giving rise to the complaint. The student and the Faculty Member will explore ways to resolve the concerns and record them for action/distribution as appropriate.

Step Two
If concerns have not been resolved in Step One, the student would contact the corresponding Faculty Dean within ten (10) days with a signed written complaint providing the following information:
a) Description of the complaint, including time and date;
b) Faculty Member involved;
c) Action taken to date, including the details
of Step One if applicable; and
d) Resolution sought.
As necessary and deemed appropriate, the Faculty Dean will bring the Faculty Member and Student together, or meet with each separately, to discuss the situation, clarify the complaint, and develop a strategy to resolve the complaint.

*You may bring a person of support with you; please see the policy for guidance.

Please review the Academic Conduct Complaints Policy (PDF)

Step One
Please write a formal complaint about one or a few concerns and email it to the relevant faculty member, within fifteen (15) days of the incident(s) giving rise to the complaint. The student and the Faculty Member will explore ways to resolve the concerns and record them for action/distribution as appropriate.

Step Two
If concerns have not been resolved in Step One, the student would contact the corresponding Faculty Dean within ten (10) days with a signed written complaint providing the following information:
a) Description of the complaint, including time and date;
b) Faculty Member involved;
c) Action taken to date, including the details
of Step One if applicable; and
d) Resolution sought.
As necessary and deemed appropriate, the Faculty Dean will bring the Faculty Member and Student together, or meet with each separately, to discuss the situation, clarify the complaint, and develop a strategy to resolve the complaint.

*You may bring a person of support with you; please see the policy for guidance.