Campus safety: What you need to know

Updated on: December 06, 2024

It’s important that all students, faculty and staff familiarize themselves with campus safety and know what to do in an emergency.

Let's work together to build a culture of safety and care at SFU.

Know what to do in an emergency

For an emergency on campus (fire, police, or ambulance), dial 911 first. Then notify, Campus Public Safety (CPS) by calling the Emergency Line at 778-782-4500.

Notes:

  • If you dial 911 from a campus emergency phone, CPS will automatically be notified of the call location. A phone is located in every classroom. Urgent assistance is available 24/7.
  • Fire and emergency safety routes are posted in all classrooms and buildings. Familiarize yourself with emergency exits and procedures so you know what to do in case of emergency.
  • Visit campus safety and security for more information.

Download the SFU Safe app

Access essential safety and security resources with ease through a single mobile app, anytime, anywhere on campus. Instantly connect with Campus Public Safety (CPS) and emergency support services, receive real-time alerts and important campus updates, and get the support you need, when you need it.  

Download SFU Safe here.

Safe Walk

The Safe Walk program that provides SFU community members with a Campus Public Safety escort to support safe travels on campus 24/7.

To request a Safe Walk escort, call the Campus Public Safety Non-emergency Line at 778-782-7991.

At SFU’s Burnaby campus, you can request a Safe Walk to anywhere on campus. On Surrey campus, you can request an escort to nearby transit stops. While on Vancouver’s campus, Safe Walk is offered in a two-block radius, to the nearest bus stop, or between buildings until 10:30 p.m.

Visit Safe Walk for more information.

First Aid

For minor injuries, call Campus Public Safety at 778-782-4500. If an injured person can walk, proceed to the nearest First Aid facility located across our three campuses.  

Wildlife Safety

At the SFU Burnaby campus, we learn, work, and live among wildlife and sightings are common. Prevent wildlife encounters by avoiding them and giving them as much space as possible, and know what to do if you encounter a wild animal on forested campus trails by reading this safety guide.

All students, faculty and staff are asked to report wildlife slightings and incidents to Campus Public Safety at 778-782-4500.

Community Supports

SFU has a number of dedicated offices in place to help support community members through difficult situations and where possible, provide further protection from harm. If you or someone you know have experienced or observed an incident and are in need of support, you’re invited to connect with these support groups.

Access Control Services (keys, cards and fobs):

Access Control is open in-person for staff, faculty and students without an appointment. Visit here for more information.

Be a safety champion!

Report suspicious activities or concerns here www.sfu.ca/emergency.