Western's Policy & Guidelines
All policies and guidelines apply regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered.
Accessibility at Western Policy (M.A.P.P. 1.47)
Western is committed to recognizing the dignity and independence of all staff, students, faculty and visitors and seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities have genuine, open and unhindered access to University goods, services, facilities, accommodation, employment, buildings, structures and premises.
Guideline for Accessible Goods and Services
Western is committed to providing goods and services in a manner that respects the dignity and independence of persons with disabilities. The Guideline for Accessible Goods and Services is in accordance with the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service, Ont. Reg. 429/07, developed under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.
Duty to Accommodate Guidelines
Western’s Duty to Accommodate Guidelines affirm the University’s commitment to eliminate disadvantage to employees, prospective employees or clients resulting from a rule, practice, or physical barrier that has or may have an adverse impact on individuals or groups protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code, or identified as a designated group under the Employment Equity Act (including persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons). For additional information on the duty to accommodate visit the Human Rights Office website.
Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
The Senate Policy entitled Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities is published each academic year in Western's Academic Calendar. This policy summarizes the process of requesting, granting, and making arrangements for academic accommodation and details the responsibilities of those involved in the process.
Discrimination and Harassment Policies
The Human Rights Office at Western administers the University’s policies on discrimination and harassment. Western is committed to providing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination and harassment. Every member of University community has the right to study, work and conduct his or her activities in an environment free from discrimination and harassment.
Employment Equity Policies
The Human Rights Office administers the University’s policies on employment equity. The University strives to create and maintain an equitable employment system on the exclusive basis of merit, regardless of race, gender or disabilities.
