Vancouver Community College (VCC) has a plan in place to ensure a timely and coordinated response to inclement weather. Please note that VCC will remain open during normally scheduled hours unless weather conditions pose a hazard to public safety.
VCC considers many factors when deciding to close the college. These include public transportation availability, road conditions, and forecasts.
VCC’s director of safety and security determines if the college will close.
In the event of a campus or college-wide closure, VCC will inform the community prior to 6:30 a.m. for morning/daylong closures, 11:30 a.m. for afternoon closures, and 3:30 p.m. for evening closures.
VCC's homepage www.vcc.ca is the official source for college closure announcements. Look for an information banner across the top of the page.
Unexpected campus closures and other emergency messages will also be shared through:
VCC Alerts
Our emergency safety response system. It is highly recommended to sign up for VCC Alerts to receive email and/or text message notifications.
Social media
A message will be posted to VCC’s official Twitter account (@myVCC).
Local media
VCC will send an advisory to local radio and TV stations. Recommendations: CKNW 980 (AM) and News AM 1130 (AM)
Telephone
A message will be recorded on VCC’s general phone line (604.871.7000).
Campus digital signage
An alert will be posted on campus digital signage, which is visible from major campus entry points.
