Building access and campus safety over the winter closure

Learn what you can do to stay safe while on campus over the winter closure.

  • 9 December 2024

The university is closed from Wednesday, December 25, 2024 to Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Many services will be unavailable and offices will be closed. Learn more about safety while you’re on campus during the closure.

Building access and closures

Buildings will require ONEcard or key access during the winter closure. If you believe you should have access to a building during the closure period, contact your supervisor or Facilities Services Partner.

U of A buildings are closed on weekends and holidays unless otherwise stated. Visit the facilities and building hours web page for information on specific buildings.

Urgent maintenance requests

The Maintenance Helpdesk will remain open and university staff and contractors will be on campus to attend to urgent requests such as electrical outages, flooding or hazards that pose a safety risk.

Call 780-492-4833 if you have an urgent request.

Safety while on campus over winter closure

Here are some tips to keep in mind if you’re studying or working on campus during winter closure, or just checking in on your space.

  • Be sure to carry your ONEcard, keys and identification at all times.
  • Let others know where you are and carry a cell phone.
  • Consider using a check-in app, or use the Lone Worker program.
  • Be aware of your surroundings and trust your instincts. Be confident and direct when interacting with unknown individuals.
  • Contact University of Alberta Protective Services to book an escort across North Campus.

If an uncomfortable or dangerous situation arises on a U of A campus, call Protective Services.

  • 780-492-5050 for North Campus, South Campus and Campus Saint-Jean
  • 780-608-2905 for Augustana Campus
  • 780-428-1541 for Enterprise Square
In an emergency, call 911.