Draft GC03 Copyright and GC03.01.001 Copyright Procedure will replace 31.02 Copyright (approved May 27, 2021).
The purpose of this policy is to ensure Vancouver Island University (VIU) complies with the Copyright Act by setting out VIU’s expectations regarding the rights and responsibilities of VIU community members under the Copyright Act.
This policy also identifies the Copyright and Open Licensing Education Framework.
About the policy consultation
Consultation is now closed. The consultation ran from October 7 until 4:00 p.m. on October 28, 2026. Input received during the community consultation will help inform changes to the proposed policy. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.
Policy information
This policy revision was primarily an update of formatting into the new template and the addition of a reference to considerations of copyright with regard to Indigenous works. Essentially this policy directs the President to ensure that the VIU community complies with Canada’s Copyright Act and identifies the responsible office for its implementation.
- GC03 Copyright (policy) - Consultation Draft
- GC03.01.001 Copyright Procedure
Thank you for participating!
The policy consultation is now complete. Th next step is for this policy to go through the Board of Governors approval process. The policy and procedure may be updated based on the feedback received. The Policy Office may also make minor changes to formatting/wording for consistency. Consultation feedback and policy changes will be outlined in the consultation report. The consultation report will be provided to the Board of Governors and posted on this policy page.
We anticipate this draft policy and procedure will be provided to the November 26, 2026 Board of Governors meeting for approval. Check back on the GC03 Copyright policy page for updates as this policy and procedure moves through the policy approval process.