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Use the safety and emergency resources available on this site to familiarize yourself with the University of Waterloo's emergency procedures, and take an active role in your personal safety and security.
The resources found on this website mirror those found within the WatSAFE app, making this important information quickly and easily available to members of the University community who do not have access to the mobile app. You can also follow these steps to receive notifications on your mobile device via SMS text message, even if you don't have a smart phone or data plan.
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- Sep. 16, 2021Test of the University's emergency communication system - September 23
What is happening? We will be testing the University’s campus-wide emergency communication system.
When is this happening? Thursday, September 23 at 11:00 a.m.
- May 26, 2021Test of the University's emergency communication system - June 2
What is happening? We will be testing the University’s campus-wide emergency communication system.
When is this happening? Wednesday, June 2 at 11:00 a.m.
- Feb. 16, 2021Test of the University's emergency communication system - Feb 23
What is happening? We will be testing the University’s campus-wide emergency communication system.
When is this happening? Tuesday, February 23 at 2:00 p.m.
What is the impact? Emergency communication channels being tested include: