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Campus UAV and drone flights

The Transport Canada website notes the legal requirements to fly a UAV/drone, safety tips, penalties, first time pilot advice and terminology. Canadian law mandates these requirements, and your compliance is required in order to fly a drone on Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµproperty.

Note non-Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµparties or entities requesting to operate a UAV or drone on Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµproperty first must obtain permission from an Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµsponsor or representative for any work on campus.

Only pilots registered with Transport Canada are permitted to operate UAVs/drones on Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµproperty. 

Requirements for Traffic Safety review

All parties should email traffic@sfu.ca the following information 5 to 10 business days prior to planned flight:
- Date of flight

- Purpose of flight (research, photography, etc.)

- Time frame (e.g., 11am to 2pm)

- Location/flight area (provide an aerial map with area shaded - sample)

- Weight of the UAV, registration number, make and model

- Provide name, phone number, email address of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµcontact or sponsor for the requested flight

- Advise if the UAV/Drone is equipped with equipment for taking photos, video or if filming is planned

- Copy of the operator's pilot certificate, and document of recency if pilot certificate issue date exceeds 24 months

Non-Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµparties are required to provide a Certificate of Insurance evidencing drone liability insurance. This can be emailed to risk_srs@sfu.ca.

Flights for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµstudents, researchers and staff

Review the Risk Management website to complete a pre-flight form and review specific considerations regarding Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµowned and operated drones.

Filming at SFU

Contact Meetings, Event and Conference Services to arrange for permission to film on Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµproperty.

Usage of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµPhotos and Video for Promotional Purposes

Contact Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµMarketing and Brand Management - sfu-brand@sfu.ca