| Policy number |
1.19.2024.U
|
|---|---|
| Policy category | General |
| Responsible department |
Human Resources
|
| Approval authority | Vice-President, Finance and Administration |
| Original approval date | |
| Next review date |
Policy Summary
This policy supports Nipissing University’s commitment to accessibility and accommodation by outlining the requirements, responsibilities, and expectations for service animals and their handlers on campus. It provides guidance on access, conduct, verification, and the respectful inclusion of individuals who rely on service animals while balancing the rights and needs of the broader campus community.
In this policy, you will find:
- Purpose
- Definitions
- Requirements for Service Animals
- Conduct of Service Animals
- Care for Service Animal
- Requirements for Service Animal Interaction and Inclusivity
- Guidelines for Verification of a Service Animal
- Exclusions
- Conflicting Rights
- Other Important Internal Policies
- Applicable Legislation
- Accessibility Training