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University departments involved in travel seek to protect the health and safety of those participating in international educational activities. These efforts are co-ordinated and comprehensive.

Consider taking the following steps to support your UVic traveller and confirm contact information in the case of an emergency.

In preparation

• Ask your UVic traveller about the program they are participating in and which department is responsible.
• Review UVic's travel checklist.
• If appropriate, ensure that you are listed as the proxy or emergency contact on your traveller's UVic profile.
• UVic students are required to complete UVic’s Travel Registry which also includes emergency contact information prior to departing Canada.
• Review GoAbroad's  (please note that this article is written for US American students; instead of STEP Canadians are advised to enroll in ).

In case of an emergency

As part of UVic’s commitment to our travellers, we have invested in global medical and security assistance through International SOS. This program is designed to keep our students healthy, safe and secure while they are travelling or living abroad. In an emergency, International SOS emergency services include:          

• Arranging medical transportation and care*
• Monitoring the student's condition and providing advice along the way
• Evacuating the student when necessary*
• Contacting UVic and family (with consent)

*coordination with insurers may be required.

Returning home

• Transition back home offers new opportunities and challenges.  has compiled "". 
• Also visit UVic's Exchange program's tips for students returning home.