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Association of Canadian College and University Ombudspersons

Promoting the role of fairness across higher education in Canada

ADVANCING FAIRNESS IN HIGHER EDUCATION

The national voice for Ombuds professionals in colleges and universities across Canada. 

Law Books

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STANDARDS & ETHICS

Signing a Contract

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LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

Staff Meeting

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MEMBERSHIP ACCESS

Archive

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TOOLS & RESOURCES

Conference Mingling

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EVENTS & CONFERENCES

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NATIONAL ADVOCACY

OUR STORY OF HIGHER ED AND FAIRNESS

Championing independent ombuds practice across Canadian campuses. 

Since 1983, the Association of Canadian College and University Ombudspersons (ACCUO) has been a national leader in promoting fairness, accountability, and equity in higher education. Rooted in the core principles of independence, impartiality, confidentiality, and accessibility, ACCUO supports ombuds professionals who provide a vital resource for students, staff, and faculty navigating complex university and college systems.

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HEAR FROM OUR MEMBERS

"ACCUO makes me feel more connected to my work through the relationships and support of other higher education ombuds across Canada. The shared knowledge, experiences, and camaraderie I experience through ACCUO helps me stay grounded and work towards better serving fairness and students. "

Laurel Wilkie, University of Alberta

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