Global Change - A change to one section of the Calendar that would result in numerous changes to other sections of the Calendar. Global Changes are not permitted (i.e., changes to other sections must each be approved through the governance process; they are not changed automatically).
Routine (or "minor") - refers to proposals which do not involve or affect other Faculties or units and do not form part of a proposal for a new program. Routine changes include any and all changes to the wording of faculty or program specific admissions or academic standing regulations. [from the GFC Programs Committee Terms of Reference]
Substantial (or "major") - refers to proposals which involve or affect more than one Faculty or unit; are part of a proposal for a new program; are likely to have a financial impact; represent a definite departure from current policy; involve a quota; articulate a new academic concept. [from the GFC Programs Committee Terms of Reference]