People and Culture

Key Services and Information

Dalhousie Security Services

Dalhousie University is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for it employees, students and visitors.  

The Security offices are located at 1252 LeMarchant St. (Halifax Studley Campus) and the Dairy Building (Truro Campus) or call:

  • General information and parking questions - 902-494-6400

For emergencies call 911, and then contact Dal Security on your campus.

DalSafe App​

For safety and security resources on the go, please download the DalSafe Mobile App for tablets and smartphones. Features include Critical Incident Response information, Safety Toolbox, Working Alone, Campus Maps, Mental Health Toolkit, Human Rights and Equity Services resources and direct connection to Security dispatch.​


New Employee Orientation

Dalhousie holds voluntary New Employee orientation sessions monthly, except in December. All new employees are encouraged to attend.

  • The session provides an opportunity to become more familiar with Dalhousie as well as to meet other employees, new and experienced. 
  • You will be provided information on the numerous opportunities and services available to you as a member of the Dalhousie community. 
  • Register through the Employee Learning Calendar. 

Academic Staff Orientation

For new Faculty and those supporting teaching, the Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) hosts a mandatory New Academic Staff Orientation program which includes 2 days of in-person orientation in August, or single days for those joining Dal during the academic year. 

The Orientation provides a comprehensive introduction to the resources, services and people you will need to make a strong start in your academic role.

Contact clt@dal.ca with any questions.​

Note: it is recommended that new faculty attend New Employee Orientation in addition to the required New Academic Staff Orientation as the sessions cover different content. 

Keeping Informed

As an employee, there are many ways to keep informed of university news, events, and lectures.

  • Dal News is the central hub for campus information.
  • myDal [login required] is an internal portal (log in using your NetID and password) that provides faculty, staff, and students personalized information such as email, calendar and employee information.
  • myDal daily [login required] the university’s daily electronic bulletin, is delivered to your email inbox when you sign up for it.
  • Visit our Faculty and Staff section for a complete list of campus services for employees. 
  • Use the online campus directory to search for colleagues on campus.
  • Food services are available through residence dining halls and various outlets on campus, including coffee kiosks. View the campus map for locations.

Consult your hiring manager, or if you have a confidential question please contact careers@dal.ca.

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