Dispute Resolution

Should you have any issues or concerns about your intellectual property rights, try to resolve the matter first with your advisor.

Before proceeding, you might want to talk to a third party who can listen to the issue and provide advice. The Student Advocacy office is a confidential service and we are able to assist you at any point in your academic program. A Student Advocate can map out options, refer you to relevant policies and services, and assist in the resolution of the conflict.

The graduate chair of your department might be of help in resolving disputes. Other sources of support include:

The Faculty of Graduate Studies

The Technology Transfer Office