Combating Racism & Hate

Algonquin College’s Commitment to Combating Racism and Hate

Algonquin College is dedicated to supporting a diverse and inclusive campus community. Our policy aims to address all forms of racism and hate, including anti-Indigenous racism, anti-Black racism, antisemitism, and Islamophobia. The goal is to create a safe and respectful environment for everyone. Our policy aligns with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Directive on Anti-Racism/Anti-Hate. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and caring environment, preventing and addressing racism and hate, and supporting dialogue and education.

The policy SA 18: Combating Racism and Hate, can be read in full here.

Principles:

1. Inclusivity: We are committed to an inclusive educational, working, and living environment.
2. Action: We take meaningful actions to prevent and eliminate racism and hate.
3. Proactive Measures: We educate, support dialogue, and address systemic discrimination.
4. Seriousness: All reports of racism and hate are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly.
5. Timely Response: Responses to incidents are timely, effective, and proportionate.
6. Academic Freedom: We respect academic freedom, scholarly independence, and freedom of speech.
7. Ongoing Review: We continuously review and update our policies with an anti-racism lens.
8. No Retaliation: Individuals can report incidents without fear of retaliation or reprisal.

Reporting Incidents:

• Immediate Danger: If someone’s safety is at risk due to racism or hate, contact Security Services (available 24/7) at 613-727-4723 ext. 5000 or visit Security Office A149.
• Employee-Related Incidents: Report incidents involving employees or the workplace through the HR22 Respectful Workplace procedure.
• Student Conduct: Report incidents related to student behavior through the SA07 Student Conduct policy.
• Anonymous Reports: Make anonymous reports of racism or hate at Integrity Counts or call the hotline at 1-866-921-6714.
• Ombudsman Services: For confidential and impartial resolution of college-related concerns, including racism or hate, contact the College Ombudsman.

Resources and Support:

• Students: Contact Student Support Services and/or the Indigenous Student Centre (Mamidosewin) for resources and support.
• Employees: Can contact Human Resources directly; access the Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provided by TELUS Health One; A list of employee wellness resources is also available.

Public Reporting: We will publicly report on our efforts to combat racism and hate in compliance with the Ministry’s requirements. These annual reports will be available on this website starting January 31, 2026.