Current projects

UVic is committed to protecting and managing the ecological diversity of the natural areas on campus.

Tree retention is evaluated carefully in each university project, and the university explores opportunities to re-use the harvested timber in university projects or gift it to Indigenous communities.

Where tree removal is required, the university plans for the replacement of Bylaw protected trees to meet the tree replacement requirements of District of Oak Bay and Saanich Tree Protection Bylaws. In instances of tree removal and implementation of new landscaping, new landscape is restored with Indigenous and drought-tolerant plantings.

You can click the links above to learn more about the tree retention for each project and find up-to-date information on current planning and construction projects. For more information please contact us.

Tree retention is evaluated carefully in each university project, and the university explores opportunities to re-use the harvested timber in university projects or gift it to Indigenous communities.

Where tree removal is required, the university plans for the replacement of Bylaw protected trees to meet the tree replacement requirements of District of Oak Bay and Saanich Tree Protection Bylaws. In instances of tree removal and implementation of new landscaping, new landscape is restored with Indigenous and drought-tolerant plantings.

Notifications to the campus community are provided in advance of tree removal to allow time for questions and to plan for any possible disruptions. 

You can click the links above to learn more about the tree retention for each project and find up-to-date information on current planning and construction projects. For more information please contact us.

The university’s 2016 Campus Plan provides the framework for future physical development on campus, and UVic's 5 year Capital Plan provides the financial framework for future development. 

Other important reference plans are:

• The Campus Cycling Plan
• The Campus Greenway Landscape Plan and Design Guidelines
• The University District Real Estate Strategy
• University Plans

The university works collaboratively and respectfully with surrounding neighbourhood residents and other external stakeholders on university land use and development processes. Development on campus is communicated through the Community Association Liaison Committee and this website. 

The university relies on the Community Engagement Framework and the Campus Planning Consultation Process to guide approaches to engagement. The university is committed to providing quality, timely, and accurate information and context for new development.

Campus Security is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and can be reached at 250 721-7599. Officers are also available to assist with any safety concerns you may have and if needed, Officers will assist you in contacting police or other emergency services.

For concerns about BC Hydro, you will need to contact BC Hydro directly at 1-800-224-9376.