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Jun 12
Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting a hotter than average summer in B.C.
Learn how to recognize heat-related illness, access cool spaces on campus and stay informed through SFU Alerts and the SFU Safe app.
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Jun 11
Traffic Notice: Plans to remove and deconstruct the temporary Athletes Village will take place between June 15–19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
University Drive West will experience intermittent impacts for drivers. Large construction vehicles will be using the Residence Fire Lane behind North Towers to access the area in front of Dining Commons.
Please follow traffic personnel and safety signage, and allow extra time to cross campus. sfu.ca/srs/campus-safety-sec…
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Jun 5
Convocation ceremonies are next week, from Monday June 8th to Friday June 12th. Parking in the North Lot will be reserved for graduands and guests.
Please plan ahead and give yourself extra time to arrive on campus, and be prepared for lot full scenarios in the main lots. Overflow parking will be available along University Drive East.
For more details, please visit: sfu.ca/convocation/transport…
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Jun 5
Traffic Advisory: Please be advised that Gaglardi Way, southbound from the roundabout to South Campus Road, is blocked due to a vehicle accident. One lane is passable northbound. Traffic is redirected to University Drive West. Please visit the SFU Road Report webpage for updates: sfu.ca/srs/campus-safety-sec…
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Jun 5
Update: The vehicle has been cleared and all roads have re-opened.
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Jun 2
FIFA World Cup begins on June 11!⚽️
SFU campuses will continue operating as usual, including classes and services. With increased crowds and transit activity expected on game days, please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and check transit updates before heading to campus.
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May 19
NOTICE: Canvas Cloud access restored today
SFU IT has conducted final administrative reviews and has restored access for all Canvas users starting today, May 19. Learn more: sfu.teamdynamix.com/TDClient…
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May 15
NOTICE: The drop deadline for summer & intersession courses has been extended. For more information, visit sfu.ca/students/deadlines/su…
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May 12
Innovates Venture Fund, launched in partnership with InBC, will invest up to $20M to scale companies rooted in SFU research, focusing on high-growth sectors like deep tech, cleantech and life sciences.
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May 11
URGENT: Effective today, the university is restricting access to Canvas Cloud for all academic, non-academic and continuing education courses to protect our community.
More info: sfu.ca/campuses/alerts.html
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May 6
ALERT (May 6 at 2:44 p.m.): This is a DRILL. NO ACTION REQUIRED. Emergency Preparedness Week Drill. Download the SFU Safe app for important campus safety notifications and emergency procedures. Visit sfu.ca/emergency-prep for more information.
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May 4
On May 6, 10:30 am, take part in the Emergency Preparedness Week drill to prepare and learn what to do in an emergency. Download SFU Safe - our safety mobile app, beforehand to receive emergency alerts and notifications.
Learn more at: sfu.ca/srs/announcements/arc…
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Apr 30
🚨 Reminder! 🚨
As part of Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3–9), SFU will test emergency alert notifications on Wednesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m. across all three campuses.
This is a drill and no action is required. To receive alerts on your phone, download the SFU Safe app and ensure push notifications are enabled.
Learn more about Emergency Preparedness Week: sfu.ca/srs/announcements/arc…
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Apr 27
As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, SFU is testing alert notifications on Wednesday May 6 morning at all three campuses.
Download the SFU Safe app and enable notifications so you get the alert. Alerts will also be emailed, displayed on digital screens and across SFU managed computers and posted on social media.
sfu.ca/srs/SFUSafe/
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Apr 27
Burnaby Campus Traffic Notice: On Apr 27–29 (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.), roadwork on Tower Rd will impact bus service.
There will be no stops along South Campus Road or Tower Road for outbound buses. A temporary bus stop will be in place on University Dr W, just west of the Gaglardi T‑intersection.
For map & details: sfu.ca/srs/campus-safety-sec…
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Apr 16
Starting April 17, Tim Hortons West Mall will be closed for approximately eight weeks due to renovations. Visit Starbucks West Mall, Starbucks Cornerstone, or explore other on-campus dining options here.
sfu.ca/food/wheretoeat.html
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Apr 13
Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are invited to apply to the SFU Knowledge Mobilization Hub’s Research Meets Policy at SFU summer institute.
This exciting week-long virtual institute invites participants to explore beyond traditional scholarly outputs, build research communications skills, and enhance their potential for policy impact.
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