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.
On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Region of Waterloo public health informed us of one individual who tested positive for COVID-19 and had visited our campus.
The individual is in self-isolation and public health have contacted identified close contacts.
If you have not been identified as a close contact of the individual, you should continue to follow our on-campus safety procedures including our campus check in screening daily, and self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 and seek testing if needed.
As the Region of Waterloo moves into the COVID-19 Red – Control zone on February 16, 2021, research activities under approved safety plans may resume, including in person research involving human participants.
All on-campus research and all off-campus travel for research and field work still requires approval.
Requirements for accessing labs on campus outside regular business hours have changed.
