Updates for the U of A community, week ending May 21
21 May 2021
This update was posted more than one month ago. Directions, policies, and safety measures may have changed during this time. To find the latest information, please consult the COVID-19 site or try searching the U of A website.
Posted: May 21, 1:50 p.m.
Updated May 26 to indicate that on-campus activities remain limited until further notice as the university assesses the current situation.
As we all prepare for a well earned and needed break, we trust that as a community that seeks to serve the public good, we’ll each do our part to keep our distance, wear a mask, and stay in our social bubbles this long weekend.
Our collective efforts to help stop the spread of COVID-19 matter and do have a positive impact, so please hold on U of A; we’re getting closer to the other side of this pandemic, and we’re doing it together. New updates from this week are listed below.
Don’t Miss Your Shot: Vaccination Update
To help protect you, your loved ones, our health care and frontline workers, and the community as a whole, all eligible community members are encouraged to sign-up for their first shot. Vaccinations are the safest and most effective way to help stop the long term spread of COVID-19. If you have any questions about COVID-19 vaccines, visit the Alberta Health Services website for frequently asked questions.
COVID-19 vaccination appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine are available for all eligible Albertans with a valid Alberta health care card at the University Health Centre Pharmacy. COVID-19 vaccination appointments for the Moderna vaccine are available for all eligible Albertans with a valid Alberta health care card at the University Health Centre.
Individuals who do not have an Alberta Health Care card can still book a vaccination through AHS by calling 811 Alberta Health Link.
For more information about COVID-19 vaccinations and the U of A community, visit COVID-19 Vaccines and U of A: What You Need to Know.
For information about off-campus vaccination bookings, visit the Alberta Health Services website.
Minimal on-campus activity
To help stop the spike of COVID-19 and abide by the latest public health restrictions, the U of A community will remain limited to mostly online activities until further notice as the university assesses the current situation.
Family Support Resources
As needed, U of A employees can discuss flexible work options with their supervisors and HR representatives. Find family support tips and resources during the pandemic by visiting the Human Resources, Health, Safety and Environment website.
General inquiries: U of A Public Health Response Team, phrtinfo@ualberta.ca
COVID-19 Rapid Response support for on-campus supervisors, instructors and activity coordinators: U of A Rapid Response Triage Team, phrt.triage@ualberta.ca