Individualized Development Plan (IDP) | Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) /gradstudies Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:30:08 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Choose Grad 91ɫ 2026 – Online Series /gradstudies/choose-grad-york/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:00:41 +0000 /gradstudies/?page_id=68275

We’ve got a series of webinars planned to help you choose Graduate Studies at 91ɫ.

Wherever you are in your graduate school journey, holding an offer, waiting on a decision, or simply exploring your options, the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) invites you to Choose Grad 91ɫ, a week-long lunch-hour webinar series designed to support your decision-making process. Running from March 23 to March 27, 2026, this series helps demystify graduate studies at 91ɫ and gives you a clearer picture of what it’s like to be part of our graduate community.

Across five online sessions, you’ll hear from decanal leadership, faculty, staff, current students, and alumni about why 91ɫ is an excellent place to pursue graduate studies and how a 91ɫ degree can help you make an impact beyond the University. All webinars take place online via Zoom from 12:00 to 1:00 P.M. ET. Registration is free and now open.

TOPIC: Navigating A Graduate Degree with Dean MacLachlan

DATE: Monday, March 23, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: In this webinar, our Vice Provost & Dean (Alice MacLachlan) will be speaking on the role of the student in a graduate degree, degree types and structures in the different disciplines, forming your individualised research ideas, and supports for personal and research development.

TOPIC: Learning about Grad School from Our Alumni – Panel Discussion

DATE: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: Entering a master’s program or continuing into a PhD presents many considerations for students to think about. We want to help support future students in their decision-making process! Associate Dean Academic, Cheryl van Daalen-Smith, will be speaking with both master’s and doctoral alumni to learn about their graduate student experience, and how their degrees have supported their future aspirations. The panelists will bring rich perspectives to future students grappled with various questions and share resources available to graduate students in the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

TOPIC: How to Pay for Grad School: Funding, Scholarships, Bursaries, OSAP, and more

DATE: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: Join us to learn more about the many kinds of financial support available to graduate students to help fund their studies. This session will cover the separate categories of financial support, including funding packages, scholarships, other awards, bursaries, and OSAP. Learn more about which supports require an application, which supports you are automatically considered for, and the various timelines associated with each.

TOPIC: Discussion Panel with Current Scholars

DATE: Thursday, March 26, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: Join us to learn more about the graduate student experience at 91ɫ. Our student panellists will discuss a range of topics, including their application experience, the transition from undergraduate to graduate studies, funding, scholarships, program experiences, research & supervision experience, and much more.

TOPIC: Coming to Canada - The International Student Experience

DATE: Friday, March 27, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: Coming to Canada: The International Student Experience is an engaging session designed to help prospective and newly admitted students understand what life in Canada truly looks like, from navigating academics and campus culture to settling into a new country with confidence. Through real stories, practical guidance, and honest insights into the challenges and opportunities international students face, this session prepares learners to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Attendees will leave with a clearer picture of what to expect, where to find support, and how to make the most of their Canadian journey.

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Supporting Your Transition: Pre-Arrival Webinars

New students are encouraged to look ahead to program orientation events, many of which will take place over the summer or at the start of the Fall semester. To support early preparation, the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) offers a series of virtual pre-arrival webinars designed to help ensure a smooth transition into your program. These sessions serve as a guide to the key steps between acceptance and the start of classes.

TOPIC: Study Permit Application Support Session for Graduate Students

DATE: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

TIME: 9:00–10:00 a.m. ET

Details of Session: Join our support session led by 91ɫ International’s licensed immigration advisors. Learn how to navigate the study permit application process, avoid common mistakes, and get answers to your questions. This session is designed to ensure you feel confident as you take this important step toward studying in Canada.

TOPIC: You've Been Admitted! What's Next?

DATE: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: In this session, we will go over a checklist of useful resources such as: how to accept your offer, submitting required documentation to meet conditions, accommodations for students with a disability, setting up Passport 91ɫ and your email account, how to register for academic terms, how to enrol in courses, getting your YU card, the cost of living in Toronto, transit options, health plans and services, attending GRAD@91ɫ and more! 

TOPIC: How to Pay for Grad School: Funding, Scholarships, Bursaries, OSAP, and more

DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: Join us to learn more about the many kinds of financial support available to graduate students to help fund their studies. In this session we will cover each of these separate categories of financial support: Funding Packages Scholarships Other Awards Bursaries OSAP Learn more about which supports require an application, which supports you are automatically considered for, and the various timelines associated with each.

TOPIC: Ask Us Anything: Applying for a Study Permit for Graduate Programs

DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

TIME: 9:00–10:00 a.m. ET

Details of Session: Join 91ɫ International’s licensed immigration advisors for an interactive Q&A session designed to help you understand the process and get answers to what matters most to you.

TOPIC: Discover Graduate Supervision at 91ɫ

DATE: Tuesday, June 16, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: This webinar explores the role supervision plays in graduate studies, highlighting how it shapes your learning experience. Designed for new graduate students, we will unpack the Ontario Principles for Graduate Supervision, focusing on student responsibilities. Hearing from current grad students, participants will learn tips for effective supervisor-student relationships, do’s and don’ts for understanding expectations, and making the most of your supervisory experience. Our goal is to help start you off on a successful grad school journey. 

TOPIC: Navigating Course Registration and Online Resources at 91ɫ

DATE: Thursday, June 25, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: In this session, we will go over the various web platforms at 91ɫ that you should become familiar with. This includes: Registering Online, Enrolling in Courses, our Faculty of Graduate Studies’ website, your graduate program website, 91ɫ’s Events Calendar, Better Together, Appointment Booking Portals, Important Contacts, Incoming Class Facebook Group, and more!

TOPIC: A New Chapter: Dean MacLachlan Welcomes New Graduate Students to 91ɫ

DATE: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: In this special session from the Dean of Graduate Studies, we are excited to connect with you and introduce you to the incredible opportunities that await you at 91ɫ. This conversation is your chance to learn more about our vibrant academic community, the support systems in place to help you succeed, and the lifelong connections you’ll build here. We look forward to answering your questions, sharing insights and resources, and helping you navigate this exciting new graduate studies chapter.

TOPIC: A Day in the Life of an MA Student

DATE: Tuesday, August 11, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: This session will feature a group of current MA students from a variety of programs talking about their experiences during the transition to graduate school. We'll discuss what 'a day in the life' looks like, what the most surprising thing about graduate school was, tips and tricks for incoming students, and more!

TOPIC: A Day in the Life of an MSc/MASc Student

DATE: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

TIME: 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

Details of Session: This session will feature a group of current MSc/MASc students from a variety of programs talking about their experiences during the transition to graduate school. We'll discuss what 'a day in the life' looks like, what the most surprising thing about graduate school was, tips and tricks for incoming students, and more!

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Kickstart Fall 2026 with Confidence!

Our new GradForward series at 91ɫ offers a comprehensive lineup of 30-minute virtual sessions designed to support both incoming and continuing graduate students. Scheduled from September 8 to September 11, 2026, these sessions cover essential topics such as scholarships and awards, graduate funding, academic integrity, professional skills development, student affairs, and effective use of graduate portals. Led by experienced faculty and staff, the series aims to equip students with the knowledge and resources needed to navigate their graduate studies successfully. All sessions are free and accessible via Zoom, providing an excellent opportunity for students to engage with the University's support services and build a strong foundation for their academic journey.

TOPIC: Scholarships & Awards

DATE: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

TIME: 10:00 am - 10:30 am ET

Host Team: Graduate Awards & External Scholarships

Details of Session: In this session, learn about information on awards, scholarships and other financial sources that you can apply to through the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) system at 91ɫ.

TOPIC: Graduate Funding

DATE: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

TIME: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET

Host Team: Graduate Finance & Funding

Details of Session: In this session, learn about information on funding graduate education, scheduling an appointment with your Graduate Funding Advisor, and the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) system at 91ɫ.

TOPIC: Academic Integrity & Professional Skills Development Opportunities

DATE: Thursday, September 10, 2026

TIME: 10:00 am - 10:30 am ET

Host Team: Graduate Academic Affairs

Details of Session: In this session, learn about the mandatory Academic Integrity Module for new graduate students and related resources to assist you in your new academic journey. Building off these, the session will then focus on helpful resources and involvement opportunities to support your academic and career goals, including the Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) program and the Individualized Development Plan (IDP).

TOPIC: Graduate Supervision

DATE: Thursday, September 10, 2026

TIME: 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET

Host Team: Graduate Supervision Support Hub

Details of Session:In this session, learn the roles and responsibilities of both students and supervisors in fostering a productive and professional academic relationship.

TOPIC: Graduate Student Wellness Services

DATE: Friday, September 11, 2026

TIME: 9:00 am - 9:30 am ET

Host Team: Graduate Student Wellness Services

Details of Session: In this session, learn about FGS' Graduate Student Wellness Services and how it aims to support and enhance your mental health and well-being during your studies.

TOPIC: Navigating Graduate Portals for FGS Processes

DATE: Friday, September 11, 2026

TIME: 11:00 am - 11:30 am ET

Host Team: Continuous Improvement

Details of Session: In this session, obtain a walk through our graduate portals and discover how to use them for specific FGS processes.

TOPIC: Student Affairs

DATE: Friday, September 11, 2026

TIME: 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET

Host Team: Graduate Student Affairs

Details of Session: In this session, learn about the key processes and policies that impact you around registration, graduate milestones, and processes like petitions. Get a brief look at some key timelines you will experience as a graduate student. 

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Bringing a valuable graduate student perspective to the table, Shyam Patel has been working as a Graduate Assistant with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, to mobilize the Individualized Development Plan (IDP), a tool that supports graduate students in identifying their goals and skills as they consider academic and non-academic careers. Patel, a doctoral student in the Faculty of Education, will continue working with Associate Director of Graduate Academic Affairs, Wesley Moir and Associate Dean, Cheryl van Daalen-Smith to actively share with students the opportunities and professional development that the IDP has to offer.

“FGS warmly welcomes the views and contributions of graduate students like Shyam, who is proving to be invaluable in assisting us to mobilize the Individualized Development Plan. With warmth, humor, and dogged determination, Shyam has and continues to bring the value of the IDP to a wide range of graduate communities this fall. In offering his own lived experience, students have been enraptured with his explanations of the ‘what’s-in-it-for-me’ aspect of the IDP. With Shyam’s offer to come back and provide a more in-depth workshop on the IDP, GPDs, and seminar leads have enthusiastically welcomed him into their classrooms to further support active participation in professional skills training and planning,” shares Wesley Moir and Cheryl van Daalen-Smith.

Shyam Patel

The IDP Document has been revamped to support graduate students in setting and communicating goals, starting with a self-assessment and reflection to look back on their academic and professional development success and to plan for the future. The framework identifies six thematic areas for graduate students to focus on: Career Exploration and Planning, Communication, Health and Wellness, Managing Time and Resources, Research Dissemination, and Teaching. Students can use the guiding questions provided in each thematic area to plan their next steps and opportunities. The Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) webpage, which can be used along with the IDP, is an additional resource to support graduate scholars by hosting all professional skill development opportunities from across campus in a single location.

Patel has worked with different programs to present the significance of the IDP at their orientations and graduate seminars. Students in programs such as Development Studies, Economics, Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, Kinesiology, Nursing, Philosophy, and Social and Political Thought have already employed the IDP framework, which displays a great representation of the many disciplines this tool can serve.

“The highlight has been meeting other graduate students, who, like me, often feel confused, overwhelmed, and stressed,” notes Patel. “I have spoken about my feelings of doubt and uncertainty as a graduate student, and how I have used the IDP to build relations on campus and to communicate my research more effectively.”

Patel will continue to work with Graduate Program Directors (GPDs), supervisors, and graduate faculty members to guide graduate students along the process of self-appraisal and goal setting toward a clearer path regarding what they’d like to do post-degree. With a renewed suite of materials geared directly toward educators, the IDP package now provides a lesson plan, worksheets, and PowerPoints in a pick-up-and-go style. It is FGS’ hope that grad educators and GPDs will make use of this new suite of educator resources so that the IDP can live more vibrantly within individual program offerings. Patel will also be working with the 91ɫ Graduate Students’ Association (YUGSA) and faculty/program Graduate Student Associations (GSAs) to provide further support and to integrate the IDP into Peer Mentorship Programs and Professional Development Sessions.

Patel sees many graduate students using the IDP throughout their time at 91ɫ as they work towards becoming the next generation of academics, educators, leaders, consultants, policy advisors, researchers, scholars, and thinkers.

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Postdoctoral Fellows are among the most active researchers at 91ɫ and are a vital part of our community. In addition to the mentorship of supervisors and other faculty members, the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) offers professional development opportunities, events, and resources to Postdoctoral scholars that enrich their professional development and help build networks on campus.

Postdoctoral Fellows can be proactive about their future careers by taking advantage of the Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Skills  (GPPS) program. This convenient tool hosts a variety of resources, which help postdocs grow and meet their career plans and goals. GPPS offers support in six broad areas: Career Exploration and Planning; Communication; Health and Wellness; Managing Time and Resources; Research Dissemination; and Teaching. The opportunities and resources available in the different areas help postdocs gain a well-rounded experience at 91ɫ as well as obtain a set of robust development opportunities, including help with coordinating research projects, navigating publication opportunities, securing funding, and much more.

The workshops and resources offered by GPPS can be organized and kept track of through the Individualized Development Plan (IDP). The IDP is a useful tool, which prompts postdocs to start strategizing about the next steps within and beyond the academic world. The easily accessible framework encourages active participation in professional skills training and career management by motivating Postdoctoral researchers to conduct a holistic review of their current expertise and identify future short-term and long-term goals. The development of the plan is often a collaborative process that draws on the knowledge and feedback from supervisors and colleagues at the university. By sharing the IDP with others, postdocs can gain insight into how the skills acquired as part of their position at 91ɫ may translate into other contexts.

Additionally, Postdoctoral Fellows have the opportunity to benefit from resources and workshops offered by the Career Centre, 91ɫ’s Teaching Commons as well as 91ɫ Libraries, which hosts the Learning Commons. Workshops range from discovering new research tools to successful grant writing to teaching development opportunities. Postdocs should also consider attending sessions by Mitacs,  Beyond the Professoriate (BTF), and the (NCFDD) which are taught by professionals and are structured around cultivating and improving important professional skills.  

Postdoctoral scholars can also connect with research centres and institutes focusing on research related to their areas of inquiry. Connecting with these units can provide valuable opportunities to network, participate in research events, and possibly become an official affiliate. A list of  at 91ɫ can be found on the website for the Vice-President of Research & Innovation.

Professional development events and opportunities are listed in the monthly Postdoctoral Fellows edition of the FGSnews newsletter, which distributes information about funding, events, and opportunities of interest to our postdoctoral community. For general questions about postdoctoral affairs and resources on campus, please contact the Postdoctoral Services & Professional Skills Coordinator.

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Individualized Development Plan (IDP) - Postdoctoral Researchers

The Faculty of Graduate Studies' IDP is a tool to assist postdoctoral researchers, like you, to identify and develop your goals during your fellowship.

When creating an IDP, with the help of a mentor, you can enhance your professional growth and skills by:

  • Setting and communicating goals related to teaching, research, and/or professional development with your supervisor, faculty colleagues, or other mentors
  • Identifying ways to learn or improve your competencies to be used during your fellowship and within professional spaces
  • Identifying your strengths, talents, and passions, as well as opportunities to use them during your fellowship and in your future professional life while building an effective support network

Self-Assessment/
Reflection

Looking back while planning for the future

Setting Goals

Clarifying the knowledge and skills you need

Exploring Opportunities

Developing a strategy for realizing your plan

Engagement

Acting on your plan to achieve your goals

Check-In

Revisit to update your goals and engagement activities

Download the IDP

Revisit your IDP to update your goals and engagement activities throughout the year, at time intervals you/your mentor deem most appropriate.

Or

Download the IDP (Abridged Version)

This IDP is an abridged version that has been designed for postdoctoral researchers who prefer a more streamlined option compared to the full IDP based on their individual preferences.

Creating an IDP

The IDP includes a self-assessment worksheet for postdoctoral researchers to reflect on their recent activities and future goals.

  • An IDP can be used to communicate your professional development and career planning needs and intentions to others, including your supervisor. This can lead to helpful advice, resources and connections.
  • In the postdoctoral researcher-supervisory relationship, the IDP can be used to ensure that you and your supervisor both understand and are in agreement with the expectations of the progress of your work. This is especially important near the end of your fellowship.

As you work on your IDP, asking for support from a mentor or your supervisor (who may also be your mentor) is encouraged. We recommend revisiting your IDP at least once a year in order to assess any activities and outcomes and to revise your plans and expectations for the future.

To help you to complete the self-assessment and engagement sections, we encourage you to draw on the information and resources available through the Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) webpage. Your supervisor will also be able to provide further information about professional skills opportunities offered through your department, and may also be able to suggest concrete examples of activities and goals that are relevant to your field.

How to Begin

     For Postdoctoral ResearchersFor Mentors
Step 1 Conduct self-assessmentBecome familiar with available career opportunities
Step 2     Draft and share goals with your mentor and adviseReview IDP and provide suggestions/general feedback
Step 3Survey various engagement opportunities with your mentorDiscuss engagement opportunities
Step 4      Implement the plan and revise IDP as needed, at least annuallyEstablish regular reviews of progress and help revise the IDP as needed, at least annually

Reflecting and reviewing your values, interests, and skills is an ideal place to begin a discussion of the kinds of professional skills training needed to supplement your research work as well as an important step in identifying potential professional pursuits. There are a number of resources available to postdoctoral researchers that may help you better understand your goals and priorities, including online tools as well as advising available through the Career Centre (Contact: Susan Pogue, Career Counsellor).

The IDP includes a self-assessment worksheet for postdoctoral researchers to reflect on their recent activities and future goals.

The first step is to identify your future goals and understand what competencies and skills you will need to achieve these goals. The Graduate & Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) program is divided into six broad areas to connect you to opportunities and resources that will help you develop your professional plans and goals, and strategically meet those goals:

Career Exploration and Planning

There exist a variety of versatile career options for those with advanced degrees. Learning the tools required to evaluate career options, and the skills needed to enter those careers, will help you transition to new opportunities.

Communication

An important aspect of the expertise one refines as part of postdoctoral research is the ability to effectively communicate information through writing and other mediums. What are some techniques for improving written and oral communication to professional colleagues or to laypersons?

Health and Wellness

A variety of campus and community services are available to support and enhance the well-being of scholars during one’s academic pursuits.

Managing Time and Resources

It is difficult to balance the demands of life and work, but there are strategies that can be used to help manage time more effectively.

Research Dissemination

The importance of research isn’t limited to other scholars. What are the tools and techniques that help translate academic work into other contexts?

Teaching/Mentoring

The skills learned when leading a classroom or advising junior researchers (graduate students, undergraduate researchers, research assistants, etc.) are skills that can be relevant in many other contexts, such as public speaking, formulating plans, and interpersonal skills.

There exist several IDP-related tools to better understand and map your personal strengths and skills. Each tool includes a self-assessment of skills, interests, and values; goal-setting guidelines; and reference to skill-building and career exploration resources. Each of these tools are free to use.

  • is a career exploration and planning tool for the humanities and social sciences.
    • Assess your career-related skills, interests, and values
    • Explore career paths appropriate to your disciplines
    • Create self-defined goals
    • Map out the next steps for career and professional development success
  • is a career exploration and planning tool for STEM. myIDP provides:
    • Exercises to help you examine your skills, interests, and values
    • A list of 20 scientific career paths with a prediction of which ones best fit your skills and interests
    • A tool for setting strategic goals for the coming year, with optional reminders to keep you on track
    • Articles and resources to guide you through the process
  • is a PhD career training platform. This is a more career-focused tool.
    • Know your options and find your optimal career pathway
    • Learn how to master the foundational framework for PhD career transitions
    • Execute a job search with proven PhD job search strategies
    • Build your new career and professional sphere

Your supervisor is the individual directly connected to your research and their principal task consists of helping you realize your scholarly potential and professional aspirations. You are encouraged to engage with your supervisor early and often on your IDP to inform your ongoing conversations and career planning.

If you do not feel that your supervisor is the most suitable based on your listed goals and/or you would prefer to discuss your IDP with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, please contact the Associate Director, Graduate Academic Affairs to discuss this further. The Faculty of Graduate Studies can also assist in connecting you with various supports relevant to your individual pursuits.

]]> Professionalizing your Degree /gradstudies/students/current-students/professionalizing-your-degree/ Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:47:39 +0000 /gradstudies/?page_id=43240 Supporting the professional development of our graduate students in a multifaceted way drives the mission of Graduate Studies at 91ɫ and is key to creating success. Our commitment is to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed within and beyond the academic world. 91ɫ currently offers a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Graduate & Postdoctoral Professional Skills
NCFDD Academic & Professional Skills Development
Individualized Development Plan (IDP)
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]]> Graduate & Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) /gradstudies/gpps/ Tue, 08 Jun 2021 18:53:22 +0000 /gradstudies/?page_id=40083 Supporting the professional development of our graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in a multifaceted way drives the mission of Graduate Studies at 91ɫ and is key to creating success. Our commitment is to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed within and beyond the academic world, informed by reflection and intentional planning through the Faculty’s Individualized Development Plan (IDP). The Graduate & Postdoctoral Professional Skills (GPPS) program is divided into six broad areas to connect you to opportunities and resources that will help you develop your professional plans and goals, and to strategically meet those goals:

  • Career Exploration and Planning 
  • Communication
  • Health and Wellness
  • Managing Time and Resources
  • Research Dissemination
  • Teaching

How to Search for Opportunities and Resources

  • Use the ‘Select a Theme’ dropdown to filter opportunities and resources by skills area and click ‘Submit’&Բ;

Additional Search Options 

  • The ‘Select Format’ option can also be selected to filter opportunities by mode of delivery
  • The ‘Search by Keyword’ box can also be used to browse by keyword
    • To reset previous selections and see all available opportunities, click the ‘Reset’ button

FGS and its various partners strive to support graduate students and postdoctoral fellows with a variety of workshops, lectures, presentations, seminars and other resources to enhance their experience at 91ɫ and add to their skillset. If you have any questions about available offerings, please contact the Postdoctoral Services & Professional Skills Coordinator.

Please note that offerings marked with an asterisk (*) are available only to graduate students.

Other units and centres at 91ɫ also strive to support graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in specific research areas. They offer a variety of workshops, presentations, resources, and opportunities with a focus on a particular community. Professional development resources relevant to specific research area include (note: this list is not exhaustive):

Individualized Development Plan (IDP)

91ɫ's IDP is designed to help students identify their professional goals as well as to better understand the skills and competencies needed to achieve those goals. The IDP includes a framework that will help to develop a plan for professional skills, but is intended to be supplemented by ongoing consultations with academic supervisors, graduate program directors as well as relevant individuals across the university and beyond.

Please visit Individualized Development Plan (IDP) for more information.

If you are a postdoctoral researcher, please visit Individualized Development Plan (IDP) - Postdoctoral Researchers for more information on a tool to assist in identifying and developing goals during the fellowship. 

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