Masks
As of October 4, 2022, masks are no longer required in classrooms and laboratories on Memorial’s campuses. Masks are still required in Health Services and Counselling and Psychological Services at Grenfell Campus.
Memorial strongly recommends that all members of the university community wear masks. The university will continue to provide masks in public spaces.
This decision aligns with guidance from Public Health and recent changes to federal travel requirements.
Please be mindful of other people’s comfort levels and be respectful and supportive of the personal decision to wear a mask.
Hand sanitizer continues to be widely available, Plexiglass barriers are in place in many buildings and enhanced cleaning protocol continues across campuses to help keep everyone safe.
Earlier this year, Memorial conducted a ventilation assessment of teaching spaces to ensure adequate ventilation to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Preventive maintenance continues on building mechanical ventilation systems with upgraded filtration where possible.
Additional information can be found
here.
Vaccines
It is recommended that all individuals who will be physically on any of Memorial’s campuses have completed a full vaccination series, including any recommended booster doses, if eligible.
As a reminder, anyone entering Canada is required to stay informed about current regulations and restrictions. The Government of Canada website for travellers is available
here.
Testing protocols will be communicated.
Staying home when sick
All members of the Memorial community are expected to stay home if they are sick.
As in previous semesters, doctors’ notes will not be required for students who cannot attend class, term exams or other evaluations due to COVID-19-related illness or symptoms.
As always, students should inform their instructors promptly of absences so they can work together to ensure they can keep up with course work.
Additional safety and continuity measures
Hand sanitizer continues to be widely available, Plexiglas barriers are in place in many buildings and enhanced cleaning protocol continues across campuses to help keep everyone safe.
Earlier this year, Memorial conducted a ventilation assessment of teaching spaces to ensure adequate ventilation to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Preventive maintenance continues on building mechanical ventilation systems with upgraded filtration where possible.
Units at Memorial are updating continuity plans in an effort to ensure operations can continue when staff, faculty and instructors are sick.
In managing the response to COVID-19, Memorial will continue to take guidance from provincial Public Health officials and align decisions with Public Health recommendations and directives.
If the COVID-19 situation changes in the province, Memorial’s protocols are subject to change, as well.
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