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Campus Safety Services

Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services. Learn more about Campus Safety Services at Georgian.

Our services

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Security

Contact security for any non-urgent matters, including the lost and found. If there’s an immediate threat, call 911 first, then security at 705.722.4000.

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Health and safety

Georgian aims to provide a safe, healthy and secure learning and working environment for our students, staff and community.

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Sexual violence

We all have a right to study and work in an environment free from sexual violence. Remember – it’s never okay.

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Parking

Explore parking options at Georgian campuses and student residences, including designated lots, paying for parking, parking enforcement and more.

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Emergency management

When an emergency happens, you’ll need to act fast. Review important information about lockdown, fire evacuation and campus closures.

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Conflict resolution

We use a variety of tools to address conflict and achieve a resolution that maintains a safe, respectful and inclusive learning and working environment.

Campus security

Campus security is responsible for:

  • lost and found
  • vehicle battery boosting
  • security escorts on campus
  • first aid
  • enforcing Georgian as a smoking-free campus
  • general and emergency services
  • access control
  • fire emergency response
  • monitoring of security and video systems, including parking lots
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Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA)

The VTRA (Violent Threat Risk Assessment) process is an evidence based, structured process used to assess potential threats of violence in individuals or situations. It involves evaluating various factors such as behavior, communication, and context to determine the level of risk posed and the potential strategies to mitigate that risk.

VTRA procedures are often utilized in educational settings, workplaces, and communities to enhance safety and prevent violence.

How to report worrisome or threatening behaviours

Reporting worrisome behaviors is vital for campus safety at Georgian College. Anyone displaying worrying signs should be reported promptly to Campus Safety Services or the Student of Concern Committee so that a supportive plan can put into place that also mitigates risk and keeps our community safe.

  • If you are concerned about someone or in doubt about whether the behaviour merits reporting, CONSULT with:
  • Campus Security Operations – Site Supervisor or Shift Supervisor 705-722-5100
  • Campus Safety Services/Conflict Resolution and Investigations during business hours 705-722-1586
  • Counselling Services during business hours 1-877-722-1523

Threats of violence whether written or verbal, in-person or online, warrant immediate attention.

  • If an individual becomes aware of a potential risk of violence, call Campus Security at 705-722-4000.
  • If a community member poses an Immediate threat or is already engaging in violence, follow the Georgian College Lockdown Procedure. Get Out. Hide. Fight. 
  • Contact emergency services by dialing 911 when safe to do so.
    • Provide all known details or informationsurrounding the incident, the threat, and threat-maker.

Notify Georgian College Campus Security emergency line at 705-722-4000 when safe to do so.  Provide all known details or information surrounding the incident, noting where you are, if you are now safe and that you’ve already called 911

Lost and found

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Lose something or find something on campus? We can help!

Report or claim a lost item

  • If you’ve lost an item, come to the security office in E006 (Barrie Campus) or the main office at all other campuses. A security guard will begin the process of reuniting you with your property.
  • You’ll be asked your name, student number, contact information, details regarding the item and where it was last seen. We’ll then enter this information into our missing item database.
  • If the item hasn’t been turned in, we’ll notify you if/when it is.

Turn in a found item

  • If you find something, please bring it to the security office in E006 (Barrie Campus) or the main office at all other campuses.
  • You can also call us to have a guard come collect it, pending other calls for service.
  • When turning in an item, be prepared to let us know who you are, where you found it, and when it was found.
  • We’ll cross-reference our missing item database and return it to its owner.

Safe@Georgian app

Keep us in your pocket! The Safe@Georgian mobile app provides quick and easy access to emergency contacts, support resources and much more.

App features

  • One touch connection to local police, campus security, safety escort request line, conflict resolution, and mental health and well-being supports
  • Mobile Blue Light will send a ping with your location to security and provide your phone number so they can contact you when you are not feeling safe
  • Campus maps
  • Important notifications (e.g., lockdown, fire, unscheduled campus closures, etc.)
  • Sexual violence resources and information 
  • Report suspicious activity
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Contact Campus Safety Services

General inquiries and information

Our offices are located at the Barrie Campus (C301)

Phone: 705.722.1586

Urgent matters

For all urgent matters, please contact security

Emergency phone: 705.722.4000
Non-emergency phone: 705.722.5100