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Be prepared for winter on Burnaby Mountain
October 27, 2026
Know before you go
Winter weather is unpredictable, but your preparedness doesn鈥檛 have to be! Be ready for whatever weather comes your way this winter!
Plan Beforehand
- and have a winter for your home, office, and .
- Know what to do during extreme weather at SFU.
- Drive slowly around Burnaby Mountain, allocate extra travel time for possible road closures, rerouting, or accidents on the road.
- Be familiar with the priority snow clearing routes and check out live campus webcams on our Road Report webpage before heading out.
- Follow to know about public transportation schedules or disruptions.
- Be familiar with indoor walking routes (covered walkways) to prevent slips and falls.
Stay connected and be informed
Know where to access important campus information and updates to help you plan and stay safe.
- Download 51猎奇入口Safe app and enable push notifications. Access safety and security information and resources, emergency contacts, and receive important campus alerts.
- Stay up to date on the latest weather information, including potential campus closures at:
- SFU.ca
- on X (Twitter)
*Note: Updates will be provided on these channels by鈥�6:00 a.m.鈥痙uring extreme weather events.
Check鈥痽our local media,鈥�,鈥�痑nd your local municipality for additional supports during periods of severe weather.
Snow removal services
During storms, the snow removal team uses a fleet of eleven snow plows and tractors to clear roads and pathways. Accessible entrances and pathways are cleared first. Learn more about snow removal processes at Snow & Ice Removal Services.