| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 60.20 |
| Liaison | Jonathan Rausseo |
| Submission Date | March 29, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Ottawa
PA-6: Support for Underrepresented Groups
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.42 / 3.00 |
Beatrice
Magyar Advisor Academic Labour Relations |
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Non-Discrimination Statement
Yes
The non-discrimination statement, including the website URL where the policy is publicly accessible:
The University recognizes its obligations under and the legal framework set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code with respect to harassment and discrimination and under the Occupational Health and Safety Act with respect to workplace harassment.
The University is committed to maintaining a learning and work environment that promotes the understanding and respect for dignity of the person as part of the University community and one that is free from harassment and discrimination.
The University will provide and maintain a fair and timely process for reporting, investigating complaints of harassment and/or discrimination and determining consequences through collective agreement provisions or University procedures developed under this Policy.
The University will take appropriate preventative and corrective action where harassment or discrimination occurs and will, where warranted, hold individuals responsible in accordance with applicable collective agreement provisions, terms of employment or other University policies or regulations. 1
A person may file or withdraw a complaint of harassment or discrimination pursuant to this Policy and its procedures without fear of reprisal or threat, except where paragraph 11 of this Policy applies.
Where the University has finally determined the complaint to be frivolous, vexatious or made in bad faith, the University will take appropriate preventative and corrective action and will, where warranted, hold individuals responsible in accordance with applicable collective agreement provisions, terms of employment or other University policies or regulations.
https://www.uottawa.ca/administration-and-governance/policy-67a-prevention-of-harassment-and-discrimination
Bias Response Team
Yes
A brief description of the institution’s discrimination response protocol or team (including examples of actions taken during the previous three years):
"Protocol (Procedure 36-1): Once contact with the OPDH has been made, the Officer will meet with the student to discuss the circumstances and the student’s expectations and outcome sought. The Officer will make every effort to assist the student and will discuss with the student possible options to address or resolve the matter, for example:
a) referral to suitable services or resources available at the University or in the community;
b) providing information to the student on how they can directly intervene in the situation on their own behalf;
c) communication with the person involved to inform that person of the alleged harassment and discrimination and that such conduct is unwelcome and must cease
d) mediation;
e) filing a formal complaint and mediation
Recruitment Programs
Yes
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit staff from underrepresented groups?:
Yes
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit faculty from underrepresented groups?:
No
If yes to any of the above, provide:
In the recruitment of students, the University of Ottawa offers scholarships to individuals with disabilities and Aboriginals in order to reduce barriers faced by these groups. The University partners with the Aboriginal Education Council (AEC) to support the enrollment, retention and academic success of Aboriginal students, and recruitment and retention of Aboriginal faculty and staff.
All of our job postings include a statement that we are an equal opportunity employer, and that we urge applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
Vision 2020 and the University has alternative admission options for Indigenous students.
There are nursing, law, and medicine programs with alternative admissions.
https://www.uottawa.ca/indigenous/
Mentoring, Counseling and Support Programs
Yes
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
No
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support faculty from underrepresented groups on campus?:
No
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support students, staff and/or faculty from underrepresented groups:
The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa offers services to underrepresented groups (specifically the services for Students with Disabilities, International House, and the Pride Centre). These service centres offer support, counselling, and offer peer support to these groups specifically in order to strengthen and support these communities according to their specific needs.
Centre for Student with disabilities - http://sfuo.ca/csd/
International House - http://sfuo.ca/ihouse/
Pride Centre - http://sfuo.ca/pride/
The University has developed retention and success strategies for underrepresented groups, including a “mini-med” school to encourage Aboriginal students to enroll in Medical School, an Aboriginal Resource Centre, and a First Generation Program.
According to Ministry figures, the University has the highest number of Aboriginal students enrolled across the sector.
https://www.uottawa.ca/institutional-research-planning/sites/www.uottawa.ca.institutional-research-planning/files/ottawasma_2014-17agreement.pdf
Support for Future Faculty
No
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for careers as faculty members:
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Optional Fields
Yes
Does the institution offer housing options to accommodate the special needs of transgender and transitioning students?:
No
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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