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- UPDATE: CSA 26-001: Toronto Police News Release
Broadcast Time: 7:15 PM Date: January 15, 2025 Type: Community Safety Alert (CSA) Man Wanted in Arson Investigation, Bloor Street West and Avenue Road area, Images Released University of Toronto Resources Community Safety Office The Community Safety Office offers short-term support and assistance to U of T community members who have experienced personal safety concerns. They can work with you to develop a personal safety plan to address your on-campus safety concerns and explore a variety of other support resources that may be appropriate in the community and on-campus. Hours: Mon-Fri from 9AM to 5PM Telephone: 416-978-1485 Email: community.safety@utoronto.ca TravelSafer This is a 24/7 service available to the U of T community and is available to and from all U of T buildings or abutting TTC stations. This service can be arranged by calling 416-978-SAFE (7233) or by using the U of T Safety App to arrange an escort. Virtual TravelSafer and Mobile Bluelight These features are available through the U of T Safety App and can be used to trigger a distress beacon, in the event of an emergency, to send your location to a Campus Safety dispatcher and summon help. U of T Campus Safety App Campus Safety App
- CSA 26-001: via UTAlert - Small Fires on Campus
Broadcast Time: 2:20 PM Date: January 15, 2025 Type: Community Safety Alert (CSA) Multiple Small Fires On St. George Campus DESCRIPTION An individual accessed multiple buildings on the St. George campus over the past 24 hours, lit small paper fires and left. The fires were quickly extinguished with no injuries and only minor property damage. Toronto police and Campus Safety are investigating these incidents, some of which were at Victoria and St. Michael's colleges. Campus Safety has increased patrols. LOCATION University of Toronto St. George campus ( MAP ) ACTIONS TO TAKE Do not allow anyone to enter behind you through doors with controlled access, even if they appear familiar or claim to have forgotten their credentials. Everyone must use their own credentials to enter secured areas. If someone asks you to hold the door, politely direct them to the proper entry procedures. If you discover a fire of any size, activate the nearest fire alarm, leave the area and call 911. If you are able, use the nearest fire extinguisher. Report any suspicious activity to Campus Safety at 416-978-2222 without delay. If you see something unusual or out of place, speak up and report it to Campus Safety: Your vigilance could prevent further incidents. Keep all doors to stairwells, offices and other restricted areas closed and locked when not in use. Remain aware of your surroundings. Know the location of fire extinguishers, fire-alarm pull stations and emergency exits. Always treat every fire alarm seriously and follow the building evacuation procedures. We will provide updates as the situation develops. Your co-operation and awareness are essential to keeping everyone safe. University of Toronto Resources Community Safety Office The Community Safety Office offers short-term support and assistance to U of T community members who have experienced personal safety concerns. They can work with you to develop a personal safety plan to address your on-campus safety concerns and explore a variety of other support resources that may be appropriate in the community and on-campus. Hours: Mon-Fri from 9AM to 5PM Telephone: 416-978-1485 Email: community.safety@utoronto.ca TravelSafer This is a 24/7 service available to the U of T community and is available to and from all U of T buildings or abutting TTC stations. This service can be arranged by calling 416-978-SAFE (7233) or by using the U of T Safety App to arrange an escort. Virtual TravelSafer and Mobile Bluelight These features are available through the U of T Safety App and can be used to trigger a distress beacon, in the event of an emergency, to send your location to a Campus Safety dispatcher and summon help. U of T Campus Safety App Campus Safety App
- CSA 25-002: TPS News Release
Broadcast Time: 17:15 Date: September 24, 2025 Type: Community Safety Alert (CSA) Public Advisory: University of Toronto Students Targeted in Phishing Scam The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of a phishing scam targeting University of Toronto students. It is reported that: students at the University of Toronto have received fraudulent emails appearing to be from the University of Toronto the email stressed that outstanding tuition fees needed to be paid immediately or else they would lose access to academic services recipients are provided with an email address and instructed to send a bank e-transfer The Toronto Police Service's Financial Crimes Unit is advising the public to be aware of the following red flags that can indicate fraud: emails that appear to come from university staff but request payment to personal or non-university email accounts pressure to send large sums of money quickly, with threats of losing admission or housing requests for payment by Interac e-Transfer follow-up emails demanding additional payments once the first transfer is made To avoid being a victim of fraud, remember that: universities will never request tuition payments via personal email accounts or third-party services such as Outlook, Gmail, or Hotmail always verify payment requests directly with your school’s financial services office using official contact information from the university’s website if you receive a suspicious email, do not click links, download attachments, or send money report suspicious emails to your university’s I.T. and/or security department if you have already sent money, contact your bank immediately and report the incident to police The Toronto Police Service's Financial Crimes Unit encourages students to remain vigilant, especially at the start of each academic term when fraudsters often target those making tuition and housing payments. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2222, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com . By Constable Laura Brabant for Detective David Coffey University of Toronto Resources Community Safety Office The Community Safety Office offers short-term support and assistance to U of T community members who have experienced personal safety concerns. They can work with you to develop a personal safety plan to address your on-campus safety concerns and explore a variety of other support resources that may be appropriate in the community and on-campus. Hours: Mon-Fri from 9AM to 5PM Telephone: 416-978-1485 Email: community.safety@utoronto.ca TravelSafer This is a 24/7 service available to the U of T community and is available to and from all U of T buildings or abutting TTC stations. This service can be arranged by calling 416-978-SAFE (7233) or by using the U of T Safety App to arrange an escort. Virtual TravelSafer and Mobile Bluelight These features are available through the U of T Safety App and can be used to trigger a distress beacon, in the event of an emergency, to send your location to a Campus Safety dispatcher and summon help. U of T Campus Safety App Campus Safety App
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- Campus Safety | University of Toronto
Your University of Toronto Campus Police are now the University of Toronto Campus Safety Special Constable Service! Campus Safety Special Constables have been providing public safety services to the University of Toronto since 1904. VISIT THE HUB Connect with us on social media! Latest Campus Safety News UPDATE: CSA 26-001: Toronto Police News Release Broadcast Time: 7:15 PM Date: January 15, 2025 Type: Community Safety Alert (CSA) Man Wanted in Arson Investigation, Bloor Street West and Avenue Road area, Images Released University of Toronto Resources Community Safety Office The Community Safety Office offers short-term support and assistance to U of T community members who have experienced personal safety concerns. They can work with you to develop a personal safety plan to address your on-campus safety concerns and e Campus Safety Special Constable Service Jan 15 1 min read Quick Links I want information on leaving an abusive relationship. I want information on leaving an abusive relationship. I am (or someone I know) is thinking about suicide or self-harming. I am (or someone I know) is thinking about suicide or self-harming. I want information on what to do about harassing behaviour. I want information on what to do about harassing behaviour. I want information on applying for a career with Campus Safety. I want information on applying for a career with Campus Safety. I want information on filing a report with Campus Safety Special Constables. I want information on filing a report with Campus Safety Special Constables. I want to follow up on a report I filed with Campus Safety Special Constables previously. I want to follow up on a report I filed with Campus Safety Special Constables previously. I have a question about parking at the University. I have a question about parking at the University. I want to compliment a member of Campus Safety. I want to compliment a member of Campus Safety. I want to file a complaint about a member of Campus Safety. I want to file a complaint about a member of Campus Safety.
- FRAUD PREVENTION HUB | Campus Safety
Welcome to the Fraud Prevention Hub The University of Toronto is committed to fraud prevention education and support for members of our community who are targeted or fall victim to fraudsters and scammers. This page is intended to serve as an education hub for fraud prevention. You can find information about active types of frauds and scams, strategies and tips to prevent yourself from falling victim to a fraud or scam attempt, and resources that are available to you to report a fraud or to seek support if you suspect you are being targeted. As with many safety concerns, knowledge is power. Educating yourself about the types of scams and frauds that are out there and how these frauds are perpetrated is one of the best ways to prevent yourself from falling victim to them. FRAUD CAMPAIGNS Fraud Prevention & Resources Types of Frauds and Scams GO Fraud Prevention Tips GO Social Media Safety Tips GO Targeted by a Fraud or Scam? GO Toronto Police Fraud Resources GO The Phish Bowl Something smelling phishy? Did you know that the University’s Information Security team maintains an up-to-date list of email phishing scams which target the U of T community? If you’ve received an email to your personal or work account that you’re not sure about, take a look at Information Security’s “Phish Bowl” by clicking the button below. You should also report suspicious emails using the U of T Report Phishing button . Take Me to the Phish Bowl DOWNLOADS Download fraud brochures in multiple languages! GO
- Complaints | Campus Safety
Formal Complaints Procedures Process for Complaints about Special Constables The following process applies to complaints about the conduct of members of the University of Toronto Campus Safety (St. George Campus) who are appointed as Special Constables: 1. A complaint about the conduct of a Special Constable may be submitted in writing to the attention of the Director of Campus Safety (the “Director”). This may be done by email or by mail at the addresses listed below. 2. The complainant will be provided with a written acknowledgment that their complaint has been received by the Director. An appropriate person will be assigned by the Director to contact the complainant and conduct an intake meeting. 3. Following the intake meeting, the complainant will be asked to confirm and submit to the attention of the Director, in writing, the details of their complaint. 4. The Director will consider the details of the complaint and, in consultation with the divisional Director of Human Resources (or their designate), determine the appropriate next step. If the complaint alleges conduct that may be criminal, the complaint will be referred to the Toronto Police Service. 5. If a complaint about the conduct of a Special Constable is investigated by the University, the outcome of that investigation will be communicated in writing to the complainant, the Special Constable, and the Toronto Police Service. Complaints that include allegations against the Director should be submitted directly to the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Property Services & Sustainability, at the address below. In such cases, an appropriate person may be assigned by the University to fulfil the responsibilities that would otherwise be assigned to the Director for the purposes of this complaints process. The University is committed to receiving and addressing complaints in a manner that is consistent with its policies, the terms of the applicable collective agreement, and the law, including but not limited to the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 and the regulations thereunder. Contact Information: Please note that this complaints process has been amended in response to Ontario’s Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, which came into force in April 2024. This version remains under review by the University and may be subject to further amendments. University of Toronto Campus Safety Special Constable Service 21 Sussex Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5S 1J6 Canada Director, Campus Safety Chief Operating Officer, F&S




