This update is provided for archival purposes only.
Public Health guidance and University of Waterloo operations may have changed. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our COVID-19 frequently asked questions.
To follow provincial emergency orders to close non-essential businesses, we have now closed all academic buildings.
Unfortunately, over the last week or more, we have seen small numbers of people gathering in groups larger than five people in spaces and buildings that were open. Practising physical distancing is a responsibility that the University is taking seriously.
NSERC or SSHRC grant holders may request a one-year no-cost extension for grants with an end-date of between February 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021
All active Discovery Grant holders can elect to receive a one-year extension with funds at the current funding level – more information on this process will follow
NSERC recognizes that the majority of funds is used for support of students and strongly encourages the use of funding for the purpose of supporting students during these tumultuous times
We know that COVID-19 is having a significant effect on your University experience. You can expect to continue your studies with the University of Waterloo and be extremely proud of what you achieve.
We are doing everything we can to make sure that we are giving you the support you need to keep studying towards your degree despite the uncertainty.
We know that COVID-19 is having a significant effect on the University experience of ouir students. We want students to know that they can expect to continue their studies with the University of Waterloo and we will help them to achieve academic success.
We are doing everything we can to make sure that we are giving students the support they need to keep studying towards their degree despite the uncertainty.
