Department of Risk Management

The Department of Risk Management is part of the People, Finance and Operations division at Carleton University.  The department is made up of Campus Safety Services, Emergency Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Risk and Insurance, Parking and Technical Services.

This structure recognizes the crucial, integrated role that Campus Safety and Risk Management play in supporting and advising Carleton to ensure the safety of our campus community. It also reflects how the work of these offices align, and will enhance long-term strategic planning for risks that are pan-university in scope.

Organizations of all types and all sizes face a range of risks that can affect the achievement of their organizational and/or project goals. Carleton University and its community partners are no different and must identify and mitigate risk (e.g.uncertain funding, the maintenance of safe working and learning environments, increasing competition for investment in research and innovation).

In this increasingly complex environment, Carleton University has committed itself to the management of its risk through the development of a comprehensive risk management program. This program provides the framework for the assessment and mitigation of risk through loss prevention, risk financing, and contractual transfer.  As part of this program, Carleton University supports its broader community partners.

The Department of Risk Management covers a wide range of risk management topics, such as conducting a department risk assessment, how to mitigate risks, such as those related to transportation, alcohol and contracts, and Carleton University’s insurance program. For more information please email risk@carleton.ca.