Why you should not re-use your McGill password

Cybersecurity in research exploration

IT services for Faculty/Researchers

Young woman in equipment room, working on a laptop

At McGill, we are all on a journey. Although we may each work towards different goals during our time here, one thing is certain: Each one of us needs to stay cybersafe from beginning to end.

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

If you experience issues when videoconferencing on campus, such as choppy display, freezing, or dropped calls, here are some basic steps you can follow to optimize video call quality: Tips for resolving issues when videoconferencing on campus

New to McGill - sign in and connect

id card icon
McGill credentials

Set up your McGill username and password.

More info

key icon
Two-factor authentication

Add a second layer of protection to your McGill account by setting up 2FA.

More info

email icon
McGill email

McGill's online email service is part of Microsoft's Office 365 package.

Login More info


software icon
Software & tools

Find out what software you can use. Consult your local tech support before installing on work computers.

More info

wifi icon
WiFi network

McGill has WiFi throughout both campuses, in residences, and even on campus shuttle buses. Guest WiFi and eduroam are also available.

More info

vpn icon
Virtual private network

The VPN allows you to access protected resources when working remotely.

More info


Notifications icon
University notifications

Receive urgent messages rapidly with this automated notification service.

More info

Identity icon
Identity management

Find out how to change your name / title and other information in McGill records and systems.

More info

Lunchtime learning icon
Lunchtime learning

Lunchtime learning  is offered on popular topics: Office 365 tools & D2 document management and more.

More info

 


Start of term

myCourses logo
myCourses LMS

Set up your course space, syllabus, copy components from previous years.

Login More info

checklist icon
Preparation checklist

Make sure you're set up on all IT systems, and review your classroom equipment.

More info

headphones icon
Lecture recording

Sign up for lecture recording before the start of each term and learn how to use the tool.

More info

 


Office 365 logo
Collaboration tools

Software and online tools for sharing ideas and content: ProPlus suite, MS Teams, OneDrive, Stream video, Yammer, & more.

Login More info

Audiovisual icon
Audiovisual services

View AV equipment in your classroom.

Login More info

laptop-house icon
Teaching remotely

IT resources to teach remotely when on-campus activity is restricted.

Login More info


Essential services & tools to complement your teaching

Polling icon
Polling @ McGill

Answer in-class surveys and questions via your mobile smartphone.

More info

MS Forms logo
Microsoft Office Forms

Microsoft Office offers a great tool to conduct surveys and elicit

Login

limesurvey logo
LimeSurvey

LimeSurvey is a robust solution for your research projects data collection needs.

Login More info


Web conferencing icon
Web conferencing

Compare web conferencing tools at McGill to see which is right for you: Webex, Zoom, MS Teams.

More info

Document storage icon
Document management

Compare options for storing, sharing and managing documents: D2, OneDrive, MS Teams, network drives.

More info

Policies icon
Policies

Ensure you are using McGill IT services responsibly. View our policies, regulations, directives and standards.

More info


Stay safe online icon
Stay safe online

Protect your personal information, your research or work data, and devices with some tips and resources.

More info

servers
Virtual web hosting

Publish an independently designed website on a centrally managed system that is secure, reliable, and easily recoverable.

More info

web browser
Web Management System (WMS)

Build and maintain your own website on McGill’s primary centrally supported web publishing platform.

More info


End of term

Exams icon
Exams

Plan for final exams using Secure Exams and tools, such as Crowdmark.

More info

grades icon
Grades

Find out how to enter grades in myCourses, and transfer final grades to Minerva.

More info

Mercury Course Evaluations logo
Course evaluations

Encourage your students to submit course evaluations.

More info


Doing research

network icon
Research administration

Need access to research networks and resources for your research project? We can help assess your needs.

More info

microscope icon
myLab

Manage your lab equipment & chemicals and stay compliant with regulations.

More info

frog icon
Animal Management system (AMS) 

A tool to manage all aspects of research involving animals.

More info


Retiring / leaving McGill

Find out what IT services are available when you leave McGill.

Back to top