Each winter in Ontario, weather conditions such as heavy snow, freezing rain and/or ice pellets can make basic travel difficult. During such situations, questions often arise about whether campus operations will change.
During most winter weather, the campus remains open and activities remain unaffected.
It’s important to keep in mind that different organizations—public and private—follow their own protocols and best practices. When they make the decision to cancel operations or to close, university operations and activities may remain scheduled as normal.
How the university communicates weather-related operational changes
If operational changes are implemented due to a winter storm warning or inclement conditions, the university will issue information as soon as possible using MyOntarioTech, the mobile app and the service disruptions page.
Depending on the situation, the university will also:
Communicate via other means as needed, including messages sent to Ontario Tech student, faculty and staff email addresses, social media, and on-campus digital signage.
Forward official university messages to regional newspapers and radio/television stations.
Post full information about our campus status on our home page.
Travelling to campus
Monitor your email, the university’s mobile app, MyOntarioTech, and our website for late-evening and early-morning updates on severe winter weather days, or for class cancellations.
If you’re travelling to or from campus, allow for plenty of time, and travel with due caution and care, especially if you are in an area heavily affected by the weather. If you are in an area heavily affected by the weather and cannot get to campus, contact your supervisor or professor regarding your absence.
Students, faculty and staff are reminded they are responsible for determining when weather conditions make their travel unsafe.
If you observe a snow or ice hazard on campus, report it to Campus Security at ext. 2400 or 905.721.3211, and provide the exact location and situation.
An issue has been identified impacting MyOntarioTech self-service options. We're aware of the issue and are working to repair it as soon as possible. Please use the Ontario Tech mobile app for registration until the issue has been resolved.
Phishing email notice: Invitation to participate in interdisciplinary research
March 31, 2026
A phishing email impersonating an Ontario Tech University professor is circulating, inviting students to participate in an interdisciplinary research project with a promise of $300 per week. This is a scam—do not respond or provide personal or financial information.
Tips to stay safe:
Be cautious of unexpected offers of money.
Communicate with faculty and staff using their official Ontario Tech email address.
Do not click links, reply or share personal information if an email seems suspicious.
The university will never ask for banking details via email.
Ontario Tech adds varsity volleyball for the 2027-2028 season
March 24, 2026
Ontario Tech is set to expand its varsity offerings, as the Ridgebacks introducevolleyballto their Ontario University Athletics (OUA) lineup, beginning in the 2027-2028 season.
The addition was officially approved by the OUA on March 17, marking an important milestone in the continued growth of Ridgebacks athletics.
If you identify as a woman, you’re invited to participate in TechHER Forward: The AI Empowerment Journey, a four-week workshop exploring artificial intelligence, leadership development and mentorship opportunities in the digital economy. Register on eventbrite.
Optional research study: Survey on nutrition behaviours among our Ontario Tech community
March 20, 2026
Students are invited to participate in an optional research study led by Dr. JoAnne Arcand, Associate Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences.
The study, Examining Nutrition Behaviours Among Students, Staff and Faculty in the Ontario Tech Community, includes an anonymous online survey about Ontario Tech’s campus food environment, nutrition behaviours, food literacy, food insecurity and disordered eating.
The survey is voluntary and there is no need to participate if you do not wish to do so. The survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
No personal identifiers will be collected or linked to survey responses, and the likelihood of identifying individual participants is extremely low.
Participants will be entered into a draw for the chance to win 1 of 50 $20 Amazon gift cards.
If you have any questions regarding your rights as a participant or have any concerns about this study, please contact the Research Ethics Office at researchethics@ontariotechu.ca or 905.721.8668 ext. 3693.
This study has been reviewed by the Ontario Tech University Research Ethics Board (REB FILE #19890) on January 21, 2026.
Important dates and information
OSAP funding for the Spring/summer 2026 term
March 25, 2026
If you received full-time OSAP at Ontario Tech in Fall 2025 or Winter 2026 and plan to study full-time this spring/summer and would like to receive OSAP funding for the spring/summer term, you will need to submit an OSAP Extension Form after you have fully registered for your courses.
The OSAP Extension Form will be available beginning in the first week of April.
Full-time status for the spring/summer term is at least nine credit hours (or six credit hours for students with a disability).
To find this form:
Go to MyOntarioTech.
Click on the Undergraduate/Graduate box.
Select the My Finances box.
Select OSAP forms, then select OSAP Extension Form.
Please note: Bachelor of Education (Concurrent or Consecutive) students will be emailed directly with the link to the OSAP Extension Form.
Note: If you are an eligible SAS student and early registration is listed as one of your accommodations, registration will open on Monday, March 30 at 9 a.m. Please confirm your eligibility with the SAS department.
2026 winter information
March 3, 2026
The final examination period for the Winter 2026 semester is Wednesday, April 15 to Friday, April 24. The emergency examination date (if required) will be Saturday, April 25.
Students are advised not to make commitments during this period.
The deferred examination date(s) will be Thursday, May 7 to Friday, May 8.
Students registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) must register through the Student Accessibility Services Portal to use full accommodations.