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