Campus advisories
Feb. 15 at 4:40 p.m.
If you're traveling to UVic this long weekend, please be aware that there could be slippery or slushy conditions across campus. Please wear appropriate footwear for your comfort and safety.
Reading Break is Feb. 18-22. The university is closed on Feb. 18 for the Family Day holiday. During the rest of the week, UVic is open, but some offices and services have reduced hours.
Emergency information
There is currently no emergency at the University of Victoria.
In the event of a campus emergency, check this website for updates.
To report an emergency, dial 911 first and then contact Campus Security: 250-721-7599.
Emergency assistance
| I need... | Call | For |
| Immediate assistance for a fire, police or medical incident | 9 1 1 | Emergency assistance from ambulance or fire/police departments |
| On-campus security concerns and first aid | 250-721-7599 | Campus Security Services (24-hour service) |
| A security escort to walk safely between campus buildings or to my vehicle | 250-721-7599 | SafeWalk (a 24-hour service of Campus Security) |
| To talk to someone immediately (e.g. due to an emotional crisis or thoughts of suicide) | 1-888-494-3888 | Vancouver Island Crisis Line |
| Assistance or information about sexual assault or sexual abuse (women & trans* people) | 250-383-3232 | Victoria Sexual Assault Centre |
| Support to heal from the effects of trauma (men) | 250-381-6367 | Men's Trauma Centre |
| Help because someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance | 1-800-567-8911 604-682-5050 |
BC Poison Control Centre |
| Information about a major on-campus incident | 250-721-8620 1-888-721-8620 (toll free within North America) |
Recorded information updates from the UVic Emergency Information Line |