Policies and Procedures

The CISCE website lists several policies and procedures, including the Algonquin Territory Acknowledgement, Tobacco Offering Protocol and Smudging Policy, as well as the various policies and procedures regarding Indigenous education and guidelines for the university regarding Indigenous practices.

Policies and Procedures

Hiring Policy for Positions Limited to Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit and Métis) Candidates

The purpose of this Policy is to verify the Indigenous identity of applicants who apply for employment opportunities at Carleton that are reserved for Indigenous candidates. This verification and assessment process will maintain the integrity of Carleton’s hiring practices and will strengthen community connections, contribute to the safety of all Indigenous faculty, contract instructors and professional staff and increase collective knowledge in academia. The Policy is available on the University Policy website

Admissions and Awards Limited to Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit and Métis) Candidates Policy

The purpose of this Policy is to verify the Indigenous identity of applicants who apply to Indigenous-specific program seats or awards, grants, bursaries, and scholarships. It will be used in conjunction with existing admissions requirements and procedures. In accordance with Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, some designated program seats and awards will be limited to candidates who are Indigenous (First Nation, Métis and Inuit). The Policy is available on the University Policy website