Institutional Accessibility

Duty to Accommodate

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission

“Accommodation is the adjustment of a rule, practice, condition, or requirement to consider the specific needs of an individual or group of individuals with one or more of the protected characteristics in the Human Rights Act.”

SMU Accessibility Planning

The university's Accessibility Plan (2022-2025) underlines a strategic approach to mitigate accessibility barriers. The plan is guided by a multifaceted steering and advisory committee. Relevant documents regarding accessibility laws, frameworks, and guides are also provided for further reference.

The Fred Smithers Centre for Student Accessibility

Saint Mary's University provides accommodations to students with disabilities through the Fred Smithers Centre for Student Accessibility. Information for faculty can be found here.