University Policy
Kullik Lighting and Smudging
Definitions
Kullik-lighting — An Inuit tradition which involves the lighting of oil in a soapstone lamp; once practical, this practice is now ceremonial.
Smudging — A First Nations purification ceremony involving the lighting of sacred plants such as juniper, sage or sweet grass. Some Metis, particularly in Western Canada, also smudge.
Procedures:
There are no procedures associated with this policy.
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Sponsor:
The President
Category:
Human Rights
Previous Versions:
No previous versions
Policy Amendment History
There are past amendments for this policy:
Action:
REPLACED
Date:
2019-05-27 16:18:26
This policy was replaced with a new version. Comment provided: Connected definitions using the definitions from the glossary.
Action:
REPLACED
Date:
2022-08-30 10:45:56
This policy was replaced with a new version. Comment provided: 8/30/22 updated broken links
Action:
REPLACED
Date:
2024-02-07 09:22:54
This policy was replaced with a new version. Comment provided: Updated broken link
Action:
REPLACED
Date:
2025-10-03 15:13:00
This policy was replaced with a new version. Comment provided: Updated to adjust the review year period from 4 years to 5 years, as approved by the Board of Regents on October 2, 2025
Action:
REPLACED
Date:
2026-09-11 17:25:00
This policy was replaced with a new version with an ID of 1088. Comment provided: Approved non-substantively at PEC on August 25, 2026