{"id":2220,"date":"2025-10-01T11:36:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T15:36:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/internationaldev\/?page_id=2220"},"modified":"2025-10-01T11:36:38","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T15:36:38","slug":"safety-and-security-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/safety-and-security-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety and Security Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/380\/2025\/10\/image-1-1024x397.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/380\/2025\/10\/image-1-1024x397.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/380\/2025\/10\/image-1-300x116.png 300w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/380\/2025\/10\/image-1-1536x596.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/international\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/380\/2025\/10\/image-1.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Canada is a beautiful country known for its multiculturalism, peacefulness, safety and orderliness. Despite this, international students should follow a high level of safety precautions while they pursue their studies and work in Canada. Safety of our students is of the highest priority to 快播视频. We are committed to providing a safe and friendly environment to the entire student community ensuring that students can learn, work and play in a crime and violence free campus. This web page contains a list of safety tips that we created to educate and remind international students about their personal safety and crime prevention. For detailed information, you should check out the Community Safety 快播视频 website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id2220_d00089-98 kt-accordion-has-8-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"true\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane2220_bbb407-d3\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Emergencies<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Call 911 in any life-threatening emergency, if you are involved in or witness a crime. If English is your second language, request interpreters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are robbed or attacked, shout loudly or blow a whistle to draw attention. Fight back to protect yourself, if you must. Distract the attacker and try to escape, and call 911 immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane2220_5ad1be-b7\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">On Campus Safety<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you need to get across campus in the evening, contact\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/safety.yorku.ca\/gosafe\/\">goSAFE<\/a>, one of the largest safety resources on the York campus, instead of walking alone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you need to travel between the Glendon and the Keele campus, take advantage of the Glendon-Keele Shuttle Services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact Security Services for any non-life-threatening issues including missing persons, thefts, scams, potential hazards, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay informed of safety, crime or weather alerts by downloading our YorkU Safety App.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not let people into your residence if you do not know them. Lock your door even you are home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane2220_aea051-a5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Public Safety<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DO NOT leave your purse, backpack, phone or other property unattended in public places. If you lose your personal belongings on the York campus, you may look for your lost items at the 快播视频 Lost and Found.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not meet strangers without company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware of people and things happing around you, and leave if you feel uncomfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always walk on bright and busy streets at night, or walk in a group. Stay away from dark areas such as parks or alleyways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT carry large amounts of cash out in the public. Try using bank or internet transfer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane2220_acc115-c9\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Safety on Public Transportation<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DO NOT offer or accept free rides from strangers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get familiar with your bus or subway route and schedule before your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most public transportation systems in Toronto offer special services for passengers travelling alone at night such as \u201cRequest to Stop\u201d. Please click TTC, YRT, and GO Transit for more information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting a taxi cab is a safe way to get around the city. Students are recommended to use taxi services from licensed taxi companies. Before getting on a taxi cab, note the license plate number of the taxi in case of an emergency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane2220_fc4117-c7\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Alcohol and Drugs <\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is likely that you will attend parties while in Canada. Please note that the legal drinking age in Ontario is 19. You may be required to show your ID when you order drinks that contain alcohol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Despite being illegal in many countries, cannabis is legal in Canada. Please note the legal purchase and consumption age in Ontario is 19. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT drink and drive! Drunk driving is an extremely irresponsible behavior, and it is ILLEGAL. Get a ride from a friend or order a taxi after consuming alcohol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT accept rides or drinks from strangers at a party, and DO NOT leave your drink unattended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is ILLEGAL for anyone to consume, carry or transport recreational drugs including cocaine, heroin or ecstasy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane2220_c6dc2a-40\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Frauds and Scams targeting International Students<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be aware of any suspicious phone calls, text messages and emails. DO NOT respond to any of them, and report to your local Police Station immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT open any weblinks from suspicious text messages or emails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canadian government DO NOT contact individuals by phone, online or in person to collect fees or fines, or urge individuals to hire a lawyer to avoid deportation or other consequences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you believe that you have been the target of such scam, report to your local Police Office immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DO NOT share your banking information with anyone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have unfortunately become a victim of such fraud, do share your experience with friends and people in your community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\"><strong>For more information, feel free to check out the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/safety.yorku.ca\/\">Community Safety 快播视频 website<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Canada is a beautiful country known for its multiculturalism, peacefulness, safety and orderliness. 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