Current students

Update for the UWaterloo community

Over the last two weeks, we’ve shared some important updates about our operational plans as we look to expand in-person experiences for everyone this fall and beyond. We’ve shared the most important updates with you by email, but you might have missed some changes that we shared online. This email is a quick recap of the information you might have missed.

Update for students and employees

Late last night, we received new instructions from the Ontario Government’s Ministry of Colleges and Universities and the Chief Medical Officer of Health that outline their direction to us for the fall term.

In particular, the government now requires that universities must implement a mandatory proof of vaccination program by September 7 and that we can relax some physical distancing measures in instructional spaces such as classrooms and labs.  

Update for students and employees

• We are strengthening our safety measures against COVID-19 
• Anyone coming to our campuses and locations must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 
• Proof of vaccination is mandatory with accommodations available for medical or human rights grounds 

Update for students and employees

• Starting September 1, you will need to anonymously self-declare your vaccination status to come to campus 
• We are supporting advocacy efforts calling for a provincial order for mandatory vaccination in the sector 

Update for employees and graduate students

• We will require students living in our residences during the 2021-2022 academic year to be vaccinated against COVID-19 

• We are making changes to residence requirements based on new guidance issued this week from Region of Waterloo Medical Officer of Health