UPDATE: La Cité campuses currently in security mode following threat
Posted Dec 2, 2022 05:30:00 PM.
The Ottawa and Orléans (Institute of Specialized Trades) campuses of La Cité College are currently in security mode following threat school officials posted to social media accounts on Dec. 2.
In a message posted to social media channels, school officials stated that police officers are on the scene and are urging staff and students to remain calm.
Police said there is no immediate threat to the public, and the investigation is ongoing.
Updates will be made available as soon as possible.
ATTENTION – Les campus d’Ottawa et d’Orléans @CollegeLaCite sont présentement en mode sécuritaire, à la suite d’une menace. Personne ne peut entrer ni sortir de leurs édifices pour le moment. Police sur les lieux : tous invités à demeurer calmes. Une mise à jour suivra.
— LA CITÉ (@CollegeLaCite) December 2, 2022
Update: Police have an open and active investigation of threats to a learning institution in this area.
There is no immediate threat to the public. Police and partners are taking all precautions possible.
There will be an increased police presence for the next while. #ottnews— Ottawa Police (@OttawaPolice) December 2, 2022