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Faculty and staff mobility

At Ontario Tech University, we challenge, innovate and connect our academic community. Our university aims to be recognized globally as a change-maker and leader in technology-driven research. Our faculty and staff play an important role in this process as we build upon our strengths and advance through a sharpened focus on three key goals:

CHALLENGE: We will produce and inspire future leaders who have real-world skillsets.

INNOVATE: We will create new approaches, partnerships, and solutions to improve society.

CONNECT: We will build lasting relationships to make Ontario Tech a remarkable place for work and study.

Participating in mobility programs

  • Why participate

    Through various mobility programs, professors and administrative staff can explore new horizons, learn to adapt their learning and grow from diverse backgrounds.

    At the core of our mobility programs are:

    • lifelong and transformative experiences
    • hands-on learning opportunities
    • promote research initiatives
    • learn different approaches to thinking, doing and leading
    • sharing knowledge globally and at home
    • growing our international community

    Ultimately, the mobility programs will help Ontario Tech develop our collaborations with our international partners, adding to our university’s strategic plan and cultivating our internationalization goals.

  • Application process
    1. Travel by faculty or administrative staff is subject to approval by the Dean or department lead respectively. 
    2. Once you have received approval for travel, please complete the International Travel Form for Faculty/Staff.
    3. The International Office will get back to you with next steps. 

    Important to note: The outbound faculty and staff mobility program is subject to the pandemic related guidelines imposed by Health Canada and Ontario Tech, in addition to current global immigration guidelines and any applicable travel restrictions that are subject to change at any time.

  • Testimonials

    Name: Dr. Patrick Hung

    Current position: Professor

    Host university and country: University of Sao Paulo (USP), Brazil 

    Can you provide a couple of highlights from this mobility experience? 

    1. Meeting many active researchers to achieve the cooperation of research projects and co-authoring research papers.
    2. Learning the work practices and culture in the Brazilian academic community.

    Briefly, how did this opportunity benefit your work at Ontario Tech?

    This opportunity expanded the scope of my research interests of smart toys and social robots with the Brazilian cultural factors. I benefited from the research student exchange activities, graduate student co-supervisions, and on-site experiments.

    What would you say to someone considering a mobility experience?

    I would encourage them to leave their comfort zone and explore an eye-opening experience. “He that travels much knows much.” - Thomas Fuller (baptized 19 June 1608 – 16 August 1661)​

Opportunities from our partners

Other events

  • Webinar: Leveraging Mitacs Programs for Horizon Europe collaboration
    Webinar: Leveraging Mitacs Programs for Horizon Europe collaboration

    Mitacs will host two webinars showcasing how its flagship programs – particularly Accelerate and the Globalink Research Award can be used to build and strengthen European research and innovation collaborations, with a focus on Horizon Europe. The sessions will highlight where and how Mitacs programs can be integrated into Horizon Europe consortia and projects, either as standalone mechanisms or in complement to the International Mobility Award (IMA). 

    • English session: February 10 at 1:00 PM ET — Register
    • French session: February 10 at 2:15 PM ET —  Inscrivez-vous

    Questions regarding Mitacs’ International Mobility Award or Horizon Europe activities, please reach out to pilots@mitacs.ca. 

  • Call for the 2026-2027 Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program

     Program name: Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program

    • Funding organization: Government of Canada
    • Target audiences: Canadian postsecondary institutions and full-time professors
    • Duration: 3 to 8 weeks
    • Inclusions: airfare, living expenses, health insurance, visa or work permit fees and other eligible expenses
    • Ontario Tech Deadline: CLOSED (November)
    • Apply here: 2026-2027 Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program Application

    For details please visit the Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program.

    Questions can be sent to International@ontariotechu.ca.

  • Call for applications: 2026 Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program

    Offered by Global Affairs Canada and China’s Ministry of Education, the Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program (CCSEP) aims to foster deeper mutual understanding, build strong academic and professional ties between Canada and China, and develop future Canadian leaders with expertise and experience in China. CCSEP alumni are part of a distinguished network of professionals who have gone on to build impactful careers in academia, public service, business, and other fields that contribute meaningfully to Canada-China engagement.  

    The program provides an excellent opportunity to learn Chinese, and/or pursue post-secondary studies or research at leading institutions across China.  

    Candidates must be Canadian citizens to participate in the outbound component of the program.  

    Who is eligible to apply? 

    • Students at the post-secondary level 
    • Faculty members and researchers  
    • Mid-career professionals 

    Last year, the program introduced new components to expand eligibility and create new opportunities for participants: 

    • Longer stays for graduate students: Stay in China for up to 24 months with the option to obtain a graduate degree from designated learning institutions in China. 
    • Shorter stays for professionals: The minimum stay requirement for faculty, researchers, and mid-career professionals has been reduced from two months to one month, offering greater flexibility for those seeking short-term professional development opportunities. 
    Deadline to apply: CLOSED (January) 

    For more information:

    For any questions about the program, please contact: scholarships-admin-bourses@international.gc.ca. 

  • DAAD Canada - German Academic Exchange Service
    Mobility scholarship opportunities: