In support of Carleton University's commitment to Section 15 of the Federal Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Sections 4 and 13 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the University's mission statement,
Carleton University is committed to providing equity in its educational programs and services and a welcoming environment for all individuals regardless of race, creed, colour, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, or disability, as defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Carleton University strives for the best possible educational experience for all of its students.
The University attempts, to the best of its ability, to encourage and assist all students to succeed academically and as members of the University community.
In support of its commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship and research Carleton University seeks to identify University policies, programs and services that need to be changed, enhanced or created, subject to the availability of resources, in order to:
(a) increase the access, retention and graduation of groups of students who have traditionally been under-represented, under-served and/or disadvantaged in University programs, and
(b) provide a supportive and welcoming learning environment for all students.
The designated groups for educational equity include, but are not limited to: women; Aboriginal peoples; persons with disabilities; racial, ethnic or visible minorities; the economically disadvantaged; mature and part-time students; gay men, lesbians and bisexuals; and international students.
The University undertakes to provide reasonable accommodation to these groups and, to the extent that it is possible, to implement special measures to support the achievement of the University's education equity goals.
In support of its commitment to achieve and maintain a hospitable campus climate for all students, faculty, and staff, the University undertakes to provide education and training on human rights issues as these relate, inter alia, to curriculum and pedagogy.