Fanshawe develops policies and procedures as a resource for staff, students and the wider College community. These documents are intended to guide decision-making around a number of topics, including student code of conduct, board governance and more. Policies and procedures are developed to reflect Fanshawe’s values and overall mission to provide pathways to success, an exceptional learning experience and a global outlook to meet student and employer needs.
College Policy Manual
Policy Manual Changes
College Policy Manual Updates in 2020
College Policy Manual Updates in 2021
College Policy Manual Updates in 2022
College Policy Manual Updates in 2023
Academic and Research Policies
A1: Academic Administration
A101: Accommodation of Applicants and Students with Disabilities
A102: Post-Secondary Academic Calendar
A103: Fanshawe College Credentials
A106: Academic Withdrawal and Termination
A108: Admission of Students to Post-Secondary Programs
A109: Incidental Cancellation of Classes
A115: Online Learning and Education Technology
A116: Assigned Off-Campus Academic Activity
A117: Co-operative Education Program
A118: Off-Campus Experiential Learning
A119: Continuing Education Course Tuition for Full-time Post-Secondary Students
A120: Enrollment of Full-time Students in Post-Secondary Courses
A122: Graduation From Approved College Programs
A124: Recognition of Prior Learning
A129: Donor-Funded Student Awards
A131: Evaluation of Student Learning
A2: Research and Scholarship
Corporate Operations Policies
C1: Finance and Purchasing
C2: Property Management
C3: Communications
I1: Miscellaneous Administrative Policies
People Policies
P1: Health, Safety & Security
P2: Human Resources
P201: Early and Safe Return to Work
P203: Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities
P204: Accommodation for Employees with Disabilities
P205: Compensation for Administrative Employees
P206: Terms and Conditions of Non-Unionized Employees
P207: Employee Code of Conduct
P208: Respectful College Community and Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination
P210: Professional Development Leave
Policy Related Documents
STD. College Standards
TOR. Committee Terms of Reference
TOR02: Scholarship Selection Subcommittee
TOR03: Senior Leadership Council
TOR04: Student Experience Committee
TOR05: Research Ethics Review Board
TOR06: Joint Health and Safety Committees
TOR11: Brand and Marketing Advisory Committee
TOR12: President's Distinguished Achievement Awards Selection Committee
TOR14: International Advisory Committee
TOR17: Orientation Steering Committee
TOR18: Substance Management and Addiction Prevention Committee
TOR19: College Residence Committee
TOR20: Food Services Committee
TOR22: Information Technology Fee Management Advisory Committee
TOR27: Program Advisory Committees
TOR28: College-Student Union Committee
TOR29: Ombuds Advisory Committee
TOR32: Accessibility Environments Working Group
TOR33: Accessibility Advisory Committee
TOR34: Committee of Review - Academic Appeals
TOR35: Fanshawe Toronto - Executive Steering Committee
TOR36: Fanshawe Toronto - Operational Working Committee
TOR37: Committee of Review - Student Services
TOR38: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) and Anti Oppression Task Force
TOR39: Strategic Enrolment Management (SEM) Plan Development
Student Code of Conduct
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Foundation Policy Manual
Section B
B-01: Terms of Reference of the Board of Directors
B-08: Monitoring Board Performance
B-25: Terms of Reference of the Nominating Committee
B-26: Terms of Reference - Policy Review Committee
B-27: Terms of Reference - Finance Committee
B-28: Terms of Reference - Resource Development Committee
B-30: Accepting Gifts of Real Property
Section C
Board of Governors' Policy Manual
Section I - Board By-Laws
Section II - Category A - Ends
Section II - Category B - Board Processes
B-05: Terms of Reference of the Board of Governors
B-07.05: Board Process Committee
B-07.10: Audit Committee Terms of Reference
B-09: Board Strategic Priorities and Annual Work Plan
B-09 Appendix 1: Board Strategic Priorities and Annual Work Plan
B-10: Development of Board Policy
B-13: Appointment/Reappointment of External Governors
B-25.05: Elected College Officers
B-25.08: Appointed College Officers
B-25.10.05: Governor's Code of Conduct
B-25.15: Monitoring Board Performance
B-31: Process to Address Potential Contravention of Board Policy
B-40.05: Access to Board Meetings
B-42: Board/Governor Development
B-45: Honorary Diplomas and Degrees
B-50: Governor Appointments to the Board of Directors of the Fanshawe College Foundation
B-55: Accepting Gifts of Real Property
B-70: Governor Appointments to the Board of Directors of the Hot Zone Training Consultants Inc.
Section II - Category C - Board-President Relationship
C-01: Board Responsibilities and President’s Rights
C-05: Delegation to the President
C-10: President's Accountability and Responsibilities
C-15: Assessing the President's Performance
C-20.10: Appointment of an Interim President
C-30: Selecting a New President