How we can support you
We are committed to providing an inclusive educational environment for all »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ and King’s students. Our accessibility advisors work with you to ensure access, inclusion, and accommodation support whenÌýrequired.
Facilitate access to academic courses and programs, facilities, services, and activities.
IdentifyÌýclassroom, exam, and other accommodations (e.g. co-op) to reduce barriers to your learning.
Advocate on behalf of, and alongside you to ensure reasonable accommodations are available and implemented.
AssistÌýyou in accessing funding for students with disabilities.Ìý
Connect you with on- and off-campus resources to enhance your success.
Accommodations
Accommodations include:
- Accessible parking
- Alternative testing conditions
- Cue sheets
- Emotional support animals
- Temporary accommodations
- Alternate formatting
- Class recordings
- Deferred exams
- Deadline extensions
- Modified presentations
- Residence accommodations
- Other accommodations
Financial assistance
If you have a permanent disability, you may be eligible for financial aid, including:
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Financial Aid (Temporary loans and bursaries)ÌýÌý
DSU Student Accessibility BursariesÌý
Canada Student GrantÌýÌý
And many other external scholarships and bursariesÌý
Able After Dal
Able After Dal supports students with disabilities at any stage on the path to employment. If you are a person with a disability, there may be unique experiences, strengths, and challenges that factor into navigating career and employment options.Ìý
Able After Dal offers a variety of resources including information about workplace rights and accommodations, opportunities to engage with inclusive employers, and connections with Student Access AdvisorsÌýand Career ServicesÌýpersonnel who can support you in taking next steps towards your goals. Review the Able After Dal guide [PDF-19.2MB].
Contact us
Virtual and in-person appointments are available at the Student Accessibility Centre in Halifax and the Student Success Centre in Truro.
Contact info by location
Student Accessibility Centre
Killam Library Atrium,ÌýRm. G28 , 6225 University Ave., Halifax
Reception hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
´¡»å±¹¾±²õ¾±²Ô²µÌý³ó´Ç³Ü°ù²õ: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Same-day drop-in advising appointments:ÌýSame-day drop-in appointments (30 minutes in length) are available to support urgent and last-minute issues requiring immediate resolution. Appointments are first come, first served, so arrive early to secure your spot! You can stop by the front desk to have your name added to the list, or, call 902-494-2836. Drop-in hours: Monday-Friday (hours vary daily, please call for availability)
Phone: 902-494-2836
Fax: 902-494-6797
Student Success Centre
Dairy Building, 11ÌýSipuÌýAwti, Truro
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 902-893-6672
Fax: 902-893-6545
Ìý
Murray Engineering Student Centre
For urgent/time sensitive inquiries.
Room A109, A/B Building,Ìý1360 Barrington Street,ÌýHalifaxÌý
Drop-in hours:ÌýCheck back in fall 2026 for updates to our drop-in hours.
For urgent/time sensitive inquiries.
Room 115
Drop-in hours:ÌýWednesdays, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
For urgent/time sensitive inquiries.
To sign up, please call the front desk at 902-494-2836.
Drop-in hours: Thursdays from 3 - 6 p.m.Ìý
For urgent/time sensitive inquiries.
To sign up, please call the front desk at 902-494-2836.
Drop-in hours: Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30pm
Spots are limited so it is advised to call early.
Drop-in hours are available at the ISC (1321 Edward St.)
Wednesdays, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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