If you plan to be on the Laurentian University campus, keep in mind that as of Sept. 1, the university will require masks to be worn in certain situations.
The university has announced it is resuming its Face Coverings Policy, which had been paused over the summer months.
This is after discussions with campus leaders, colleagues at other post-secondary institutions, and public health officials.
As of Sept. 1, the university will require masks in all instructional spaces (classrooms, labs, teaching spaces; studios) where two metres of distance cannot be maintained between individuals.
Laurentian said it has updated the Mask Use Guidelines and people refresh their understanding of the guidelines.
“We also strongly recommend the use of masks when two metres of distance cannot be maintained in other indoor spaces,” said a press release from Laurentian.
“We will continue to provide access to masks, which can be picked up on campus at building entrances as well as the liaison office and the library.
Wearing a properly fitting mask when combined with vaccination and other safety measures has been scientifically proven to be effective at significantly reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission in university classrooms, Laurentian said.
Laurentian said its COVID-19 vaccination policy will continue to be paused at this time, meaning COVID vaccines aren’t required to access campus.
However, the university said receiving your vaccination and booster doses continues to be the best approach to protecting yourself and those around you.
“We strongly encourage you to receive your vaccinations either through our Health Services team, or your local public health unit,” said the press release from the university.
To book an appointment for a vaccine dose, students, staff and faculty may contact Health Services at [email protected].
Vaccine clinics are available on campus each Wednesday, and the Public Health Sudbury Mobile Vaccination Unit will visit campus on September 8 and 15.
“With the new academic year on the horizon, our teams are preparing for the arrival of new and returning students,” said the press release.
“Part of these preparations include ensuring that our campus is a safe environment that can limit the spread of COVID-19.
“There are many things that we can do as individuals, as well as steps that are being taken by the University, to protect our community members.”
