Description: Outlines procedure for recycling and disposal of equipment, furnishings and other assets (excluding real estate or other interests in land) that are no longer of use to a University department or operating unit. Definition A surplus asset is any asset other than real estate that is no longer of use to a University department, […]
Topic: Financial and Operations
Declaring a Conflict of Interest in the Procurement of Goods and Services
Description: Outlines the responsibility of University employees who have the authority to procure goods and services to make appropriate disclosure should a conflict of interest arise and also sets out the disclosure process to be followed. Issued pursuant to the University Policy and Procedure on Procurement of Goods and Services. Guideline The University shall not […]
Insurance (Policy)
Policy Insurance and Risk Management 1. The placement of insurance is an integral part of York University’s framework for the responsible management of its risks. Objectives of Insurance Program 2. The University establishes and maintains an insurance program that: underwrites damage to its physical assets; minimizes its exposure and that of its officers, directors, employees […]
Risk Management Policy
Policy York University intends to identify and manage its institutional risks in support of its objects and mission; not to eliminate risk, but rather to ensure that existing and emerging risks are identified and managed in a balanced manner. Institutional risks include circumstances, both realized and anticipated, which have or reasonably could be expected to […]
Signing Authority (Policy)
Description: Refers to the authority required to execute documents that may be entered into on behalf of the University. Has associated procedure and guidelines. Background The purpose of this policy is to specify the signing authorities required for various types of contracts that may be entered into on behalf of the University. Definitions Contract: Includes, but […]
Selection of Contractors and Awarding of Construction, Renovation and Alterations Contracts
Description: Indicates factors which should be considered when selecting contractors for the University. Policy The selection of contractors and the awarding of Construction, Renovation, and Alterations Contracts shall be made such that all goods and services are purchased at the best price, considering availability, quality of supplies and material, and service. The Vice-President (Finance and […]
Selection of Architects, Planners & Landscape Architects for Major Projects
Description: Deals with the design of new University buildings, and the design of the renovation or expansion of existing buildings. Policy The design of all new University buildings shall be carried out either by Design Build or an Architectural firm selected on a competitive basis. This policy also extends to the design of the renovation […]
Surplus Asset Disposal (Policy)
Description: Authorizes the University to dispose of personal property assets which are declared surplus. Has associated Procedure. Application This Policy applies to all University assets except for real estate or other interests in land. Policy A University asset which is declared surplus may be disposed of by the University in accordance with guidelines and procedures for its […]
Campaign Counting and Crediting
Description: Deals with handling of monies regarding campaign Campaign Counting and Crediting Applicability: 1.1 Exceptions to these guidelines will be specifically identified and credited on a case by case basis by the campaign Director. Campaign Period: 2.1 For the purposes of crediting gifts and pledges to the campaign the campaign period will be deemed to […]
Guidelines and Procedures for Use of Electronic Mail (E-mail)
Description: Pursuant to Policy on Computing and Information Technology Facilities Purpose Electronic mail (e-mail) resources are provided to students, faculty, staff and other authorized individuals for their use in the support of the learning, teaching and research mission of the University and the administrative activities that underpin this mission. These guidelines and procedures regarding access, […]
