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Policy 212: Animals in Schools

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Adopted: November 25, 2003​
Revised: February 24, 2025

Policy Statement


The North Vancouver Board of Education is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and enriching learning environment that promotes learner well-being and diverse educational experiences.  Animals may be brought into schools to support instruction for learners, in accordance with the administrative procedures. 

The Board recognizes that certified or accredited assistance dogs play a role on School District sites in fostering an environment that ensures equitable access to services, programs, and activities within the School District.  The School District supports the use of certified or accredited assistance dogs, as outlined in the BC Guide Dog and Service Dog Act.

Scope

This policy applies to all learners, staff, faculty, administrators, contractors and visitors.

Administrative Procedures

The Administrative Procedures to support this policy are available to district/school administrators and staff upon request through the District Principal, Safe and Healthy Schools.  ​

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