Acadia ALERT - Campus Closed (Weather)

Today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Acadia University will remain closed, with the exception of residences and Wheelock Dining Hall, due to the current campus and travel conditions. Wheelock Dining Hall may adjust their hours and any change in hours will be communicated through Residence Life.

Employees and students are not expected to come to campus and only employees deemed essential are required to report to work. Non-essential employees are not expected to work during the closure. Any events scheduled for today will be postponed or cancelled.

Updates will be posted on www.acadiau.ca and pre-recorded on Acadia’s Information Line: 902-585-4636 (585-INFO) and on 585 phone system voicemail. If you need emergency-related information, please contact the Department of Safety and Security by dialing 88 on all 585-phone systems, or by calling 902-585-1103.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Acadia University

Department of Safety & Security

902-585-1103

security@acadiau.ca

(Tuesday January 27, 2026 @ 9:42 am)

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Sexualized Violence

If you or someone you know has been impacted by sexualized violence, whether it is sexual assault or harassment, sexual cyber-bullying, stalking, indecent exposure, threats, voyeurism, or sexual exploitation, you are not alone.

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Acadia's Sexualized Violence Policy is overseen by the Director of Human Rights and Human Rights Education. Anyone from the Acadia community who has been affected by sexualized violence may reach out to the Director for support and guidance. This may include helping you understand, access, and navigate supports such as counselling, medical services, academic or workplace accommodations, and legal aid. The Director will also explain options under Acadia’s Sexualized Violence Policy, help you understand what the process may involve, and support you no matter what choice you make.

Allison Smith

Allison Smith, MA, JD (pronouns: she/they)
Director of Human Rights and Human Rights Education

Allison Smith is Acadia’s Director of Human Rights and Human Rights Education. Allison oversees Acadia's Sexualized Violence Policy, as well as the Harassment and Discrimination Policy. On matters related to sexualized violence, Allison is available to provide confidential, compassionate support to survivors and help them navigate options under the Sexualized Violence Policy. Allison has a law degree from Dalhousie University and has built a career focused on human rights, gender equality, restorative dispute resolution, and violence prevention. She was previously a Human Rights Officer at the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission. Allison is also a frequent collaborator with the Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia as the author of various publications focused on human rights, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, and other relevant aspects of the law. Allison is also an Adjunct Professor in Acadia's Law and Society program.

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Sexual assault is a form of sexual harassment and is included in the definition of sexual harassment under the University’s Harassment and Discrimination Policy. Acadia University is committed to promoting and maintaining a respectful work, learning and living environment for all its community members on campus – one that is free of harassment, including all forms of sexual assault.

Acadia University Safety and Security Department and Equity Office will respond to and investigate all complaints of sexual assault confidentially with respect to the wishes of the complainant. Through these offices charges can be processed through the Non-Academic Judicial System or assistance provided in having the matter brought to the police, depending on the wishes of the complainant.

A complaint of sexual assault can be made through Acadia University’s Non-Academic Judicial System. This system will receive complaints and can impose sanctions. If you want to charge someone or have any questions about the Non-Academic Judicial System please contact: Steve Hassapis, Student Development Coordinator, or phone 585-1825

Acadia University supports any members of our community who experience sexual assault. Acadia University will work with community agencies in the aftermath of a sexual assault, including but not limited to, local police, hospitals, advocacy groups and counselling.