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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Friday, February 6, 2015 | 12 Sheridan finalizing new policy on sexual violence by Abigail Cukier Special to the Beaver Sheridan College is finalizing a new, stand-alone Sexual Assault and Sexual Violence Policy and Protocol that will be in place by March 31. At a meeting in Toronto last week, the presidents of Ontario's 24 public colleges voted to endorse a uniform policy for victims of sexual violence and a protocol that outlines a school's responsibility. "Ensuring our campuses are safe and positive spaces is a top priority," said Jeff Zabudsky, president and CEO of Sheridan. "The new policy and protocol will help ensure that clear information is widely available and that there is immediate and effective help for victims of sexual assaults." Sheridan's dean of students, Maria LucidoBezely, was on the task force that developed the materials. All colleges are now consulting with student leaders, government officials, the Ontario Women's Directorate, OPSEU and other stakeholders. Their feedback will be incorporated into the The new policy and protocol will help ensure that clear information is widely available and that there is immediate and effective help for victims of sexual assaults. Sheridan College president and CEO Jeff Zabudsky final policy and protocol. Building on existing policies and practices, the new materials include recommendations for promoting greater awareness and establishing a clear protocol for responding to sexual assault and violence. The materials also include information about privacy protection and the steps that a witness to sexual assault should take. "The new policy needs to include how we better educate and inform students as to what is considered sexual misconduct and sexual see Policy on p.16 Do you have the CorreCt insuranCe Coverage? CNJ INsuraNCe & rIsk MaNageD solutIoNs Inc. has The soluTions! Jon-Paul Deerin · Home Owners Insurance · Small Business Insurance · Commercial Insurance · Automobile & Collector Cars Insurance · Wine & Art Collection Insurance BA, CRM, R.I.B (Ont.) Over 25 years Experience We are pleased to serve the Oakville area 201-2150 Winston Park Dr., Oakville 905-829-0097 · jpdeerin@cnjins.com European Engineering Combined With Traditional Workmanship "Building on the Brightest Ideas Around Glass" 905.849.0266 APRIL 26TH, 2015 # GetActiveOakville ONE LUCKY FINISHER WILL DRIVE AWAY A WINNER MERCEDES-BENZ OAKVILLE 10K Presented by New Balance Oakville PROMO CODE THE ANSWER FOR TRUE DIVERSIFICATION MAY BE IN YOUR BACKYARD A world-class asset manager--based in Oakville--Acorn invests over $100 million on behalf of institutions and accredited investors seeking true diversification to achieve better portfolio returns and risk reduction. Let Acorn help you diversify your portfolio. Contact us to find out how at acorn.ca or 905-257-0773 OAKVILLE10 $10 OFF PRICE INCREASE ON THURSDAY, REGISTER TODAY & SAVE! 10K Run / Walk 5K Run / Walk Junior Jog Toddler Trot Media Sponsor: Site Sponsor: In Support Of: Register Now! · Mercedes10k.com /Oakville10k @Mercedes10k