NWP policies reflect the vision, mission, and values of the institution. Policy provides a consistent framework for operational guidelines and standardized processes for decision-making.

Policy Guiding Principles:

1. NWP policies support the NWP’s mandate and strategic objectives; sets out guidelines and expectations for decision-making guided by governance and regulations pertaining to individual and organizational actions.
2. NWP policies are concise, relevant and consistent with applicable Executive Council directives and authority, and other institutional policies, legislation and regulations.
3. All members of the NWP community (NWP employees, students and contractors) are bound by the institution policies and are responsible for staying informed by reading and understanding relevant policies.
4. Policies are transparent, collaborative and timely with input from appropriate internal and external stakeholders including students, faculty, administrators, support staff, Government representatives and professional advisors.

Policy:

A set of statements that establish expectations for decisions made, or action taken by members of the NWP community. Policy supports the institution’s Strategic Plan and Master Academic Plan.

Procedure:

Established instructions, steps or methods for the implementation, enforcement or administration of a NWP policies.