Storm closures
What does it mean when Dal closes?
Courses and instruction
In the event that weather conditions or emergency interruptions lead to a campus closure, delivery of courses (in-person or online) related to that campus (Halifax or Truro) would be suspended and would not resume until the university re-opens. Any communication from the university would specify impacts as best as possible. Be advised that access to some supports and services may be impacted as well.
Employees
In the event of a university closure due to weather, or any other emergency interruption, faculty and staff:聽聽
- who are already working remotely should continue to work provided they are able to.
- who are working on campus but who can work remotely should continue their work remotely.
- whose work is deemed essential and is required front-line work (including those referenced in the聽Policy on University Closure or Class/Examination Cancellation) will be expected to remain at work on campus. (Those faculty and staff who are working on campus and who cannot work remotely will be permitted to go/stay home without loss of pay.)
Individual circumstances may impact an employee's ability to complete a normal workday, including child-care considerations resulting from school closures, disruptions to power or Internet, or other special considerations. Please consult with your department head or supervisor to ensure those involved or impacted are aware of the circumstances.
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A campus closure may apply separately to different campuses in Halifax and Truro. Dal closures in Halifax also apply to classes and offices at the University of King鈥檚 College.
Sometimes, the Halifax campuses and the Agricultural Campus in Truro will close only for part of the day (for example, unti