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Procurement of Goods and Services (Policy)

1. Purpose 1.1 This policy establishes the principles for and the context within which University procurement activity may occur. 1.2 York University aspires to high ethical, legal, environmental, managerial and professional standards in the management of the resources entrusted to it.  Within this context, the University’s procurement function shall be performed in an open, fair […]

Alcohol and Cannabis Use, Policy on

1. Introduction York University is committed to fostering and maintaining an environment that is safe and secure for all community members.  The University policy on Alcohol and Cannabis Use promotes self-responsibility and self-accountability with respect to the use of alcohol and cannabis.  The use, sale and service of alcoholic beverages, and the use of cannabis […]

Brand Stewardship Policy

1.   Background This policy is intended to protect and uphold the image and reputation of the university by regulating the use of brand properties. Protecting the university from inappropriate associations or use is desirable for the establishment and promotion of a professional and distinctive image for the university. This policy is designed to limit the […]

Letters of Permission, Senate Policy on

Purpose This policy sets out the eligibility and other rules regarding Letters of Permission for undergraduate students to undertake studies elsewhere for credit towards a degree and/or certificate program at York University. Scope and Application This policy applies to all undergraduate students enrolled in a degree and/or certificate program at York University. Students in the […]

Special Events and Visits of High-Profile Guests to the University (Policy and Procedure)

1. Purpose This Policy establishes rules and authority for hosting special events and appearances of high-profile guests in a manner that appropriately honors special guests and protects the University community and the institution 2.  Scope, Application & Authority 2.1 This Policy is enacted by the President of York University under the authority of subsection 13 […]

Social Procurement Policy

1.     Purpose York aims to increase the number of employment, apprenticeship and training opportunities for people from the University’s local neighborhoods, other equity-seeking communities, and Aboriginal Peoples, and to broaden York’s supply chain by providing diverse vendors with equitable access to tender opportunities to foster inclusive economic growth. 2.    Scope and Application 2.1 This policy […]

Open Access

Purpose of An Open Access Policy The enduring goal of a university is to create and disseminate knowledge. York University is committed to disseminating the research performed at the University in ways that make it widely accessible, while protecting the intellectual property rights of its authors. This policy acknowledges: the need to promote open access […]

Statement of Policy on Free Speech

1. Purpose York University wishes to affirm its longstanding protection of and support for free speech as a fundamental principle upon which it pursues its mission. This Statement of Policy has been informed and enhanced by submissions, comments and suggestions shared by many members of the York community who participated in consultations over a number […]

Externally Funded Regular Named Chairs, Policy on

Policy Statement In furtherance of its academic mandate and out of a desire to provide donors with opportunities to support tenure and alternate stream faculty members, York University may designate certain regular academic positions as named chairs.  Regular named positions differ from Research and Teaching Chairs and Professorships and Distinguished Fellowships by the level of […]