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Accessibility


The Convocation Team is committed to making the ceremonies and venue accessible to all.

We are here to assist graduates and guests requiring accommodations in order to attend and enjoy the ceremonies. Please contact convocation@dal.ca to discuss your needs.

Wheelchair Accessibility

Halifax:

There is a wheelchair accessible ramp to the front doors of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Arts Centre and automatic doors to assist in entering the building. Wheelchair accessible restrooms are also available at the venue and are located on the second and fourth floor.

There is a side entrance to the stage for graduates with limited mobility and wheelchair users. Space in the front row can be reserved for wheelchair users to sit with their graduating class by contacting convocation@dal.ca.

The Rebecca Cohn auditorium also has a number of wheelchair accessible spaces for guests.  To ensure a space is reserved for you, please contact convocation@dal.ca.

Truro:

The main entrance of the Langille Athletic Centre is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair accessible seating is available on the upper level, near the bleachers. If you are a guest requiring wheelchair accessible seating, please contact convocation@dal.ca to ensure a space is reserved for you.

 

Service Animals


Service animals are welcome. Pets are not permitted within the building.

Assistive Listening System


The Â鶹´«Ã½ Arts Centre in Halifax has listening aids available to enhance the enjoyment of the ceremonies for those with a hearing impairment. These are available free of change with a piece of identification for deposit.

Sign Language Interpreter


Sign language interpreting services are available to graduates and guests. Requests for services should be made at least two weeks in advance of the ceremony by contacting convocation@dal.ca.

Invisible Disabilities


If you require accessibility accommodations that differ from what is listed, please contact convocation@dal.ca so we can learn how to best support you.

Quiet Space


A quiet room is available for the June 10-19 ceremonies in Halifax on the fourth floor (room 401) of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Arts Centre for those feeling overwhelmed or overloaded by the sensory input of their surroundings.

Ushers can direct graduates and guests to the quiet space if needed.