The Final Exam Booking Links are now available for both Thunder Bay and Orillia Campuses. The deadline to book final exams is November 7th 2025.

The Fall 2025 Accommodation Request Form is now available for courses starting September 2nd 2025.

Fall 2025 Test Booking Links are now available for both Thunder Bay and Orillia Campuses. IMPORTANT: Please note that the Fall 2025 Test Booking Links (Thunder Bay and Orillia) will be closed on Friday's at 4:30 pm and will reopen on Monday (or the next business day) at 8:30 am.

Welcome to Student Accessibility Services (SAS)

Two students studying and smilingOffice Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Wednesday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm 
Closed Daily: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) coordinates services and facilitates the provision of academic accommodations for students with temporary and/or permanent disabilities/medical conditions. SAS staff collaborates with students, staff and faculty in developing strategies for a successful learning experience while maintaining the academic standards and integrity of the University. SAS offers a supportive atmosphere where our services are delivered in a respectful, confidential manner.

Why Register With SAS?

  • As a student with a disability and/or a medical condition it is your right to be accommodated. Your individual functional limitations inform the type of accommodations you will receive.
  • Lakehead University has a duty to prevent discrimination and promote and advance human rights in Ontario.
  • All information and documentation provided to SAS is confidential.
  • Registering with SAS and receiving academic accommodations will not be reflected on your official university records, test results, academic transcripts or graduation documentation.

Now that you know what academic accommodations are you might be wondering how to get registered with Student Accessibility Services. Go to the Get Started with SAS page for your next steps!

Feedback

Please submit all questions, comments, concerns or suggestions to the SAS Feedback Form.

Are You in Crisis?

If you or someone you know is in crisis please use the resources found on the Crisis Resource Page

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Students

Find out more about how Student Accessibility Services supports students with disabilities and/or medical conditions through academic accommodations and other services.

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Faculty and Staff

Student Accessibility Services works with faculty and staff to ensure accessibility for students. This page provides details for faculty and staff about academic accommodations.

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Families and Supporters

Families and Supporters are vital to the student experience. Here we share information about supporting students with academic accommodations.

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Contact Us

We’ve compiled our staff listings and contact information for ease of access.

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Mental Health Resources

This page has resources for all students to support their mental health.

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Volunteer Opportunities

From time to time Student Accessibility Services requests volunteers to support students with accommodations. This page provides information on how to volunteer with our office.