Campus Security is committed to ensuring the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors. We respond to safety and security concerns, provide first aid and facilities management, and aid emergency services on campus.
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Campus Security is available to assist the campus community with first aid, safety & security concerns, and more — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our officers patrol the campus on foot, bicycle and visibly marked security vehicles and respond to calls for assistance with any situation that is concerning or suspicious.
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Campus Security officers are UBC employees, certified and licensed for security work, and works closely with community partners to maintain safety and security on campus
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Campus Security is available to assist the campus community with first aid, safety & security concerns, and more — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Safety & Prevention
Learn about the tools and resources in place — including UBC Alert and UBC Safe App — to keep you safe and secure on university campus.
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Everyone plays a role in making UBC a safe and welcoming place. Here are some tips on maintaining your safety and wellbeing at UBC.
News & Alerts
May 12, 2024
Update on protest encampment – May 11 UBC Bookstore incident
Since April 29, we have been updating the UBC community about the protests located on UBC’s MacInnes Field on the Vancouver campus. The University has been clear throughout this period that we uphold the tenet of freedom of expression, but that protest actions must remain peaceful, respectful and within UBC policies and the law.
May 7, 2024
Protest at the Vancouver Campus
A demonstration began last week at the Vancouver campus on MacInnes Field and is ongoing. During this time, campus remains open for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
April 30, 2024
Update on campus protest
As stated yesterday and throughout the year, UBC values freedom of expression and respects peaceful protest. The university also recognizes that the violence in Israel and Palestine evokes complex emotions and we recognize the concerns and suffering of many in our community.
April 29, 2024
Protest at UBC’s MacInnes Field
UBC values freedom of expression and respects peaceful protest. We understand that some in our community want to protest the violence and war they see unfolding. These actions must always be taken with respect for others and within the boundaries of university policy and the law.