Emergency Preparedness

Quick Reference Guide to Emergency Measures

Ensuring the safety and security of all students, faculty and staff is a top priority for the School of Biomedical Sciences and 91ºÚÁÏÍø. We encourage you to review the comprehensive emergency management programs in place at the University in preparation for any emergencies or disruptions. The information below serves as a guide to help you get started.

Primary Security Contacts

Phone numbers of who to contact in emergency situations at 91ºÚÁÏÍø

Security Services offer 24/7 assistance to all members of the 91ºÚÁÏÍø community.

  • For potential emergencies or prevention: Call Security at 514-398-3000 (downtown) or 514-398-7777 (Macdonald).
  • For emergencies: Call 9-1-1. If possible, also call Security at the appropriate number above.
  • For less urgent situations: Email campus.security [at] mcgill.ca (downtown) or macdonald.security [at] mcgill.ca (Macdonald).

Emergency Notification Systems

91ºÚÁÏÍø has an emergency notification system; community members can receive alerts by email, text message, and/or desktop Alertus software.

This service keeps the 91ºÚÁÏÍø community up to date on developments such as school closures, weather-related events, power outages, or situations that may affect the safety and security of its members.

Email | All current students, faculty and staff members are automatically set up to receive email alerts from alert [at] mcgill.ca and mcgill.communications [at] mcgill.ca senders.

Text Messages | To receive SMS notifications from 91ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Emergency Notification System, you MUST opt in by providing a mobile number (North American only) via Minerva (Personal Menu > Mobile Devices).

Desktop | 91ºÚÁÏÍø computers may have the Alertus software already installed. If not, consult the .

Further instructions relating to notifications can be found here.

Campus Status updates (i.e., conditions relating to campus/building access, classes, remote work, etc.) are also posted here.

Suspicious Emails

Contact the IT Service Desk via chat, ticket or phone call. To report an urgent issue call 514-398-3398 for immediate help.

Detailed instructions can be found on the .

Emergency Procedures and Protocols (categorized by emergency type)

Active Threat/Shooter Protocol

Operating Procedures Regarding Demonstrations, Protests and Occupations on 91ºÚÁÏÍø Campuses (PDF)

To request training for your unit: Emergency Management 101


If you find yourself struggling, please remember that these 91ºÚÁÏÍø resources are here for you:

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