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Important notice to UG faculty and staff regarding the expiration of the Access Copyright license, effective December 31, 2010



All universities and libraries in Canada are required to comply with Canadian Copyright Law, and with the Universal and Berne International copyright conventions to which Canada is signatory. In practical terms, this means that any copying of materials by University faculty, staff or students, regardless of format, is subject to certain limits and restrictions.

UofG Library & Copyright

  • Copyright Guidelines
    A general guide to copyright in the University of Guelph Library.
  • Fair Dealing Policy (PDF – 71kb)
    This fair dealing policy outlines the copies that may be made by University staff and faculty members under the fair dealing exception of the Copyright Act, without seeking the permission of the copyright owner.
  • Copyright Guide For Instructors (PDF – 85kb)
    A guide to making copies for instructional purposes, based on the Fair Dealing Policy.

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