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Behind the safety alerts

November 6, 2025 — 
From loudspeakers across campus to instant alerts on your phone, UM’s mass notification system is designed to get critical information out fast.

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Download the UM Safe App

October 6, 2025 — 
The University of Manitoba offers the UM Safe App to help students, staff and faculty get safety resources on campus. Available for iPhone and Android, the app provides real-time safety alerts and quick access to Security Services.

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Being prepared in an emergency

October 1, 2025 — 
Knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference.

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Fort Garry Campus-Pedway and Engineering and Admin

Register for a campus safety education session

August 25, 2025 — 
The safety and well-being of students, faculty and staff is a top priority at UM, and we are committed to continuously enhancing campus security and our emergency response effort.

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Environmental Health and Safety Office

2025 Health and Safety Award Recipient- Ralph Kowatsch

July 4, 2025 — 
Please congratulate Ralph Kowatsch as he is the winner of the 2025 Health and Safety Award provided by Environmental Health and Safety.

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Stay informed: Updated emergency alerts and UMSafe App enhancements

May 14, 2025 — 
We’re excited to announce recent updates to the UMSafe App and our emergency notification system—making it easier than ever to receive real-time alerts during emergencies.

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Canada geese and goslings feeding on grass.

Environmental Health and Safety Office

Geese Are Back: Respecting Wildlife on Campus

March 24, 2025 — 
As spring arrives, so do the geese! These familiar campus residents are returning to the Fort Garry campus, where they share space with students, staff, and faculty. While geese are accustomed to human activity, they can be territorial during nesting season. To ensure peaceful coexistence, observe geese from a distance, respect posted nesting signs, and never feed or antagonize them.

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Enhance your safety on campus with the UM Safe App

March 21, 2025 — 
UM Safe app provides safety alerts, access to important resources and instant access to in-person security services at the University of Manitoba.

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Environmental Health and Safety Office

University of Manitoba Launches New Health and Safety Award Program

February 13, 2025 — 
The University of Manitoba is excited to announce the launch of the Health and Safety Award program, recognizing staff members who go above and beyond in promoting a safe campus environment.

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An aerial look of Fort Garry campus buildings and people walking on walkways.

Safety and security at UM

November 29, 2024 — 
UM Security Services offers comprehensive programs and initiatives to support safety on all UM campuses.

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