Tools and resources for each stage of your McGill journey:
New to McGill > Start of term > Essential tools & services for teaching > End of term > Research > Retiring / leaving McGill
New to McGill - sign in and connect
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Two-factor authentication
Add a second layer of protection to your McGill account by setting up 2FA.
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McGill email
McGill's online email service is part of Microsoft's Office 365 package.
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Software & tools
Find out what software you can use. Consult your local tech support before installing on work computers.
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WiFi network
McGill has WiFi throughout both campuses, in residences, and even on campus shuttle buses. Guest WiFi and eduroam are also available.
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Virtual private network
The VPN allows you to access protected resources when working remotely.
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University notifications
Receive urgent messages rapidly with this automated notification service.
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Identity management
Find out how to change your name / title and other information in McGill records and systems.
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Lunchtime learning
Lunchtime learning is offered on popular topics: Office 365 tools & D2 document management and more.
Start of term
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myCourses LMS
Set up your course space, syllabus, copy components from previous years.
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Preparation checklist
Make sure you're set up on all IT systems, and review your classroom equipment.
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Lecture recording
Sign up for lecture recording before the start of each term and learn how to use the tool.
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Collaboration tools
Software and online tools for sharing ideas and content: ProPlus suite, MS Teams, OneDrive, Stream video, Yammer, & more.
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Teaching remotely
IT resources to teach remotely when on-campus activity is restricted.
Essential services & tools to complement your teaching
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LimeSurvey
LimeSurvey is a robust solution for your research projects data collection needs.
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Web conferencing
Compare web conferencing tools at McGill to see which is right for you: Webex, Zoom, MS Teams.
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Document management
Compare options for storing, sharing and managing documents: D2, OneDrive, MS Teams, network drives.
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Policies
Ensure you are using McGill IT services responsibly. View our policies, regulations, directives and standards.
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Stay safe online
Protect your personal information, your research or work data, and devices with some tips and resources.
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Virtual web hosting
Publish an independently designed website on a centrally managed system that is secure, reliable, and easily recoverable.
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Web Management System (WMS)
Build and maintain your own website on McGill’s primary centrally supported web publishing platform.
End of term
Doing research
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Research administration
Need access to research networks and resources for your research project? We can help assess your needs.
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Animal Management system (AMS)
A tool to manage all aspects of research involving animals.
Retiring / leaving McGill
Find out what IT services are available when you leave McGill.