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University policies

On this page, you'll find the policies, procedures, and guidelines that are of general interest and application to the university community and visitors.

Policies by category

Academic Schedule PolicyÌý [PDF - 296 kB]

Campus Booking Policy [PDF - 164 kB]

Fair Dealing Policy [PDF - 81 kB]

Grading Practices PolicyÌý[PDF - 283 kB]

Scholarly Misconduct PolicyÌý[PDF - 216 kB]

Student Accommodation PolicyÌý[PDF - 99 kB]

Syllabus PolicyÌý[PDF - 307 kB]

University Closure Policy [PDF - 301 kB]

Video Surveillance Policy [PDF - 391 kB]

Annual Fume Hood InspectionÌý[PDF - 4 MB]

Naming PolicyÌý[PDF - 173 kB]

Accident Investigation

Accident Reporting

Alcohol PolicyÌýÌý[PDF - 285 kB]

Asbestos Management PolicyÌý[PDF - 111 kB]

Biosecurity Plan [PDF - 5.5 MB]

Contractor Safety PolicyÌý[PDF - 22 kB]

Equipment Lockout Policy

Green Cleaning PolicyÌý[PDF - 115 kB]

Local Safety Committee Policy

No Smoking PolicyÌý[PDF - 32 kB]

Pet Animals Policy (Currently under review)

Safe Commuting Policy

Sustainability PolicyÌý[PDF - 184 kB]

Workshop Safety Policy [PDF - 47 kB]

Workplace Violence Policy [PDF - 190 kB]

Acceptable Use PolicyÌý[PDF - 173 kB]

Records Management PolicyÌý[PDF - 255 kB]

Code of Student ConductÌý[PDF - 355 kB]

Additional policy resources

If you can’t find the policy you’re looking for on this site, try searching in the following locations:Ìý

  • Unit websites: Policies related to a single Faculty, department or administrative group my be found on their website or myDal intranet site.
  • : HÂþ»­'s academic calendars include information on university regulations, academic regulations, and degree requirements.
  • Collective agreements: Collective agreements for all employee groups at HÂþ»­ can be found on the Labour Relations website.
  • Residence code of conduct: Visit the Residence website to learn more about the rules and responsibilities of living in residence. The residence code of conduct can be found in the Residence Community Living Guide.
  • Safety and crisis management: You’ll find the HÂþ»­ University Crisis Management Master Plan on the Facilities Management website.

Policy governance

The University Secretariat is responsible for maintaining the policy repository. HÂþ»­'s policies, procedures and guidelines are developed, reviewed, and modified on an ongoing basis. The official versions of current policies, procedures and guidelines are contained on this site and are updated as appropriate approving authorities approve changes. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the policies included on this site, the university does not warrant the completeness of the repository.Ìý

Policy on policies

The Policy on Policies establishes a mechanism to develop, approve, amend, review, and revoke University Policies in a consistent and coordinated manner which respects the University’s governance requirements and core values that guide decision-making.

View the Policy on PoliciesÌý[PDF - 129 kB]

University policy template

University policies must be drafted using the approved university policy template. This template is also available in Appendix A of the Policy on Policies.

For a Word version of this template, contact the University Secrcetariat.

Download the university policy templateÌý[PDF - 64 kB]

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Paper Policy [PDF - 259 kB]

Personal Harassment PolicyÌý[PDF - 32 kB]

Pet Animals Policy (Currently under review)

Policy on PoliciesÌý[PDF - 129 kB]

Policy on University ClosureÌý[PDF - 301 kB]

Privacy Policy [PDF - 88 kB]

Procurement Policy [PDF - 135 kB]

Policy contacts

For questions about the policy repository:

ContactÌýJohn Hope, general counsel and university secretary

For questions about specific policies:

Contact the responsible unit listed on the policy document.