UWaterloo cautions students against going to St. Patrick’s Day events during COVID-19 outbreak

This message was originally sent to students by the University of Waterloo.

Students should avoid going to large public gatherings, particularly the non-sanctioned St. Patrick’s Day gathering expected for March 17.

In line with public health advice, attendance at this event constitutes a public health risk and could act as a catalyst for the spread of COVID-19.

In addition to putting your health at risk, attendance at a mass gathering such as the St. Patrick’s Day gathering is contrary to public health advice. It puts you and our community’s most vulnerable—the elderly and people with pre-existing health conditions—at risk.

Please ensure you keep your health and the wellbeing of our fellow community members in mind as you make decisions during these extraordinary times.