How safe is the University?

At the University of Guelph, personal safety is paramount. Campus Community Police Special Constables provide Law Enforcement and Patrol services to the campus community along with Parking Control and Dispatch services.

The Campus Safety Office conducts foot, bicycle and vehicle patrols of the campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition, they provide an escort service to augment the SafeWalk service during off-times or when requested at any time. They enforce Federal, Provincial and Municipal Laws, Parking Regulations, and the University of Guelph Policy on Non-Academic Misconduct. They maintain a close working relationship with the City of Guelph Police Service and Guelph Fire Department and other related agencies to ensure a safer University community.

The Campus Safety Office can be reached the following ways:

         Emergency: (519)-824-4120 ext. 52000 or (519)-840-5000

         Non-Emergency: (519) 824-4120 ext. 52245

         Location: Trent Building, Trent Lane (behind the north-east corner of Johnston Hall)

         Website: Campus Safety Office

Aside from the Campus Safety Office, there are several safety initiatives across campus.

There are 36 emergency phones where you can obtain assistance. See the map of emergency phone locations.

If you are on campus late, use SafeWalk, a student-run service that provides volunteers to walk with you across campus to a second location or vehicle.

We are committed to keeping our U of G community informed through our COVID-19 website. 

You will find information about our pandemic plan, resources and answers to frequently asked questions there.