Department
Clubs & Leadership Development
We support students in formal leadership positions (clubs, groups, representative leaders), students wanting to join clubs and students who want to develop leadership skills.
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Why Connect With Us
- Access to more than 1,000 campus clubs and groups. Leadership and self-awareness development.
- Training to develop critical skills in team dynamics, conflict resolution, equity and inclusion.
FIND THE U of T CLUB or group that is right for you!
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Programs
Called to Action
Called to Action: Leading In Unprecedented Times is a two-day conference where community leaders discuss inclusive approaches to support their communities and industries during COVID-19. Learn more about Called to ActionCampus Club & Organization Awards
Clubs & Leadership Development gives awards to campus clubs and organizations on the St. George campus to acknowledge the amazing work of U of T students and staff members. Learn more about Campus Club & Organization AwardsClub Cafés
Clubs Café is part of the Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) program. Clubs Café gathers club leaders from specific executive roles for casual conversation, networking, brainstorming and troubleshooting. Learn more about Club CafésClubs Essential Training
Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) is a leadership program that connects student leaders to each other and builds knowledge about how to operate campus groups. Learn more about Clubs Essential TrainingClubs Essential Training Conference
The Clubs Essential Training Conference is part of the Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) program. The conference is a one-day event to help you develop leadership skills and connect with other campus leaders at U of T. Learn more about Clubs Essential Training ConferenceClubs Essential Training in the Summer
Clubs Essential Training in the Summer is part of the Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) program. We run back-to-back workshops in the summer. Learn more about Clubs Essential Training in the SummerClubs Essential Training Workshops
Clubs Essential Training Workshops are part of the Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) program. The 2020-2021 workshops explore three themes: organizational development and membership engagement; equity, diversity, and inclusion and executive role development. Learn more about Clubs Essential Training WorkshopsCommittee for the Allocation of Student Activity Space
The Committee for the Allocation of Student Activity Space allocates space on the St. George campus for campus groups, student societies and multi-faith needs. Learn more about Committee for the Allocation of Student Activity SpaceEquity, Diversity & Inclusion Education Series
A series of workshops for students on equity and related topics. Learn more about Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Education SeriesExplore and Build Your Strengths using CliftonStrengths for Students™
Explore and Build Your Strengths using CliftonStrengths for Students™ will help you determine and explore your unique combination of strengths, what they mean and how to leverage and talk about them. Learn more about Explore and Build Your Strengths using CliftonStrengths for Students™Leadership Exchange
Leadership Exchange 2021 is a virtual four-day retreat to build the leadership capacity of student leaders. Learn more about Leadership ExchangeLeadership for Grads
Leadership for Grads is a series of workshops to help graduate students apply leadership theories to their everyday lives. Learn more about Leadership for GradsLeadHERship
LeadHERship is an annual conference for the U of T community to come together and learn about leadership as it relates to gender. Learn more about LeadHERshipLearning to Lead
Develop your leadership skills and make connections on campus through a wide series of workshops like Introverted Leadership or Exploring Leadership and Passions. Learn more about Learning to LeadPresidents’ Retreat
The Presidents' Retreat is part of the Clubs Essential Training (formerly ULead) program. The retreat is an opportunity for club presidents to participate in leadership training together so they can meet, share and learn from each other. Learn more about Presidents’ RetreatReimagining Leadership Retreat
The Reimagining Leadership Retreat provides a supportive community environment where you can reflect on your leadership capabilities, collaborate with a team of other student leaders and observe how you and your team fit into the wider community. Learn more about Reimagining Leadership RetreatRepresent Student Leadership Institute
The Represent Student Leadership Institute offers incoming student leaders tools and resources to help you collaborate more effectively. Learn more about Represent Student Leadership InstituteSelf-directed Leadership Learning
Our collection of self-directed learning exercises - snapshots and modules - provide lots of opportunities to think about leadership. Learn more about Self-directed Leadership LearningStudent Initiative Fund
Do you have a great idea for an activity at U of T but need money to make it happen? The Student Initiative Fund (SIF) offers financial support for projects that enhance the student experience and foster a sense of community at the University. Your project could be eligible for up to $3000 in funding. Learn more about Student Initiative Fund -
Services
21 Sussex Annual Open House
Get to know the 50+ clubs and 15+ staff housed in the 21 Sussex Clubhouse during our annual open house! Learn more about 21 Sussex Annual Open House21 Sussex Clubhouse directory
The Club House Directory will help you find the clubs you are looking for at 21 Sussex. Learn more about 21 Sussex Clubhouse directoryBank and recognition letters for recognized student groups
Recognized student clubs or groups can request a bank letter or recognition letter to open a new bank account or make changes to existing accounts. Learn more about Bank and recognition letters for recognized student groupsCampus Life Resource Lounge
The Campus Life Resource Lounge is for student leaders to meet, eat their lunch, read a book, or simply relax between classes and meetings. Learn more about Campus Life Resource LoungeClubs & Leadership Development resource library
The Clubs & Leadership Development Resource Library holds links to all the resources and documents related to starting a club, leadership workshops and more. Learn more about Clubs & Leadership Development resource libraryOffice space for student clubs and groups
The Sussex Clubhouse offers about 50 shared offices for recognized campus groups on the St. George campus. Learn more about Office space for student clubs and groupsRecognition status for aspiring student groups & clubs
Most campus groups and clubs at the University of Toronto seek recognition based on the Policy on the Recognition of Campus Groups. Learn more about Recognition status for aspiring student groups & clubsShared space and room bookings
There are several spaces for members of U of T recognized campus groups to book for club business. Learn more about Shared space and room bookingsU-elecT: Elections & referenda for student societies
UelecT is the online student election/referenda system for student societies at the University of Toronto. Learn more about U-elecT: Elections & referenda for student societiesStudent Organization Portal
The Student Organization Portal is a comprehensive database of all University of Toronto recognized student organizations. Learn more about Student Organization PortalClubs Help Desk
The Clubs Help Desk provides a variety of services to recognized student organizations at the University. Learn more about Clubs Help DeskWeb space for recognized student groups
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News
Student Life In the News
Mairi McKenna Edwards from Student & Campus Community Development (SCCD) was featured on a panel presented by the Black History 365… Read more of this News ArticleThree Things I Learned From Joining Clubs at U of T
This article was originally published by Talia on the Life@UofT blog. In first year university, I barely joined any clubs,… Read more of this News ArticleFund your ideas with SIF
Healthy Minds U of T is a student organization that runs bi-monthly mental health discussions. They were able to pilot… Read more of this News Article -
Contacts
Our team
The Clubs and Leadership Development (CALD) team support students who are in formal leadership positions (clubs, groups, representative leaders), those looking to get involved in leadership opportunities, and staff who support student leaders. The team has resources focused on skill development, leadership development, self-awareness, team dynamics, and communication and conflict resolution, and we deliver these materials through training sessions and in collaboration with initiatives across the Division of Student Life. We also provide space for recognized clubs and groups at the 21 Sussex Club House and a drop-in lounge for student leaders.
Clubs & Leadership Development Leadership
Camille de Lacy
Lead Coordinator, Clubs & Leadership Development
Program Coordination Team
Jennifer Galley
Student Life Officer, Recognized Campus Organizations
Alexandra Merrick
Student Life Coordinator, Leadership Programs
Mairi McKenna Edwards
Coordinator, Diversity & Inclusivity Training
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Endorsements
I am particularly impressed with the variety of Ulead workshops offered throughout the year. There is truly something for everyone to learn!
Emma
The workshops I’ve attended have been excellent! Such great resources are presented there and I always feel motivated to bring back/share what I’ve learned to the team.
Wei
I think the overall program is great. It provides a platform for students to share ideas and get inspired from others.
Majeed