Manitoba colleges and universities beefing up security measures [Video]

Red River College student Asia Guile said she feels safe during the day at the Exchange District campus, but not so much in the evening.

“When it gets closer to six o’clock, especially when it gets darker earlier, it’s a little sketchy, it’s a little scary,” said Guile.

She said some struggling with homelessness use the campus to warm up.

“Sometimes with the bathrooms, I’ve seen them throw stuff around, and it’s been really messy.” 

As of Monday, students and staff are being greeted by security officers at the entrances, letting them know they will require ID as of Jan. 1. Members of the public will need a valid reason for going inside and will only be allowed in certain spaces, such as Tim Hortons or the campus store. A second safe ride vehicle has also been added.

RRC Polytech Director of Safety, Health, and Security, Jodi Pluchinski, said they’re …