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Reflecting on the work of the Public Health Response Team
A look back at the team’s efforts and achievements.
A message from the University of Alberta on health, wellness, and accommodations
You are encouraged to continue following the HealthyU Essentials, including staying home when ill, be familiar with health and wellbeing resources available to you, and be aware of the supports available to assist you in accommodating students who are unable to attend class.
Public health perspective: A Q&A with Dr. Chris Sikora
As a Medical Officer of Health and member of the Public Health Response Team, Dr. Sikora shares insights on staying healthy this season.
From the Provost's Desk: Keeping healthy through influenza season
Following personal health measures, staying home when unwell and accommodating our students are keys to protecting our U of A community.
Bivalent COVID-19 booster available Sept 21 for adults 18+
Starting September 21, the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine will be available across the province for all who are 18 and older.
From the Provost's Desk: Preparing for Fall 2022
How the university is preparing for the Fall 2022 term.
June 15 COVID-19 Update
Suspension of remaining Safety Measures General Directives and implementation of recommended measures to limit transmission of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.
Alberta lifts remaining health restrictions
The University of Alberta is currently reviewing the impact of these changes to the campus spaces and activities, and will provide an update as soon as possible.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending April 8
Current health guidelines, Exam reminders, mask recommendations, free masks available
Updates for the U of A community, week ending March 11
Mask update, Travel Directive update, self-reporting COVID-19 cases & more
Updates for the U of A community, week ending February 25
February 25 COVID-19 Digest: Return to campus Feb. 28, potential travel directive update, new procedures for sick students and employees, & more
From the President's Desk: Suspending the Vaccination Directive and CampusReady program
Effective February 28, the U of A will suspend its Vaccination Directive.
From the President's Desk: Returning safely to campus on February 28
President Flanagan shares details for students and employees who are preparing to return to in-person activities.
No immediate campus changes as province lifts some measures
This evening (February 8), Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced the province’s three step plan to ease provincial public health restrictions, with some measures lifting as early as midnight tonight.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending February 4
Message from the Provost | Resuming in-person courses | Anticipating restriction changes
Updates for the U of A community, week ending January 28
Event requests open, changes to PHRT activation triggers and a return to campus reminder
From the President’s Desk: Winter 2022’s safe start continues
President Flanagan provides an update on the U of A’s Winter 2022 start safe plan, which includes extending online courses and enhanced safety measures until February 28.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending January 14
Winter 2022’s safe start continues | Accessing course materials | Taking care when sick
Updates for the U of A community December 31
December 31 COVID-19 update: Temporary measures | boosters | starting 2022 safely
From the President’s Desk: Winter 2022 will start online and with enhanced campus safety measures
President Flanagan shares the U of A’s new Winter 2022 start safe plan, which includes three weeks of online courses and enhanced safety measures.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending December 17
Healthy holidays | travel directive | start of term guides
Updates for the U of A community, week ending December 3
Stay home when unwell | final exams | vaccine boosters
Updates for the U of A community, week ending November 19
November 19 COVID-19 update: Travel policy | visitors | vaccine approval
No update for the week ending November 12
There will be no COVID-19 update this week
Updates for the U of A community, week ending November 5
November 5 COVID-19 update: Winter ‘22 update | Hazard assessment resources
From the President’s Desk: We’re CampusReady for Winter 2022
A message from President Bill Flanagan about the upcoming semester.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending October 29
The University of Alberta’s vaccination directive takes full effect on Monday (November 1).
Updates for the U of A community, week ending October 22
October 22 COVID-19 update: Be CampusReady for Nov. 1 | Return to on-campus work | Continuity planning
Updates for the U of A community, week ending October 15
Submit your proof | Get CampusReady | COVID-19 safety conversations
COVID-19 Notice: Health Sciences students fully recovered and isolation complete
All cases associated with August 27 off-campus orientation event outbreak are now fully recovered or have completed isolation.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending October 8
Get CampusReady | COVID-19 safety conversations | COVID-19 case updates
Ready to upload your proof of vaccination or exemption
Today, the University of Alberta is implementing a new system called CampusReady for students, employees and visitors.
Release of Vaccination Directive, Effective September 28, 2021
President Bill Flanagan announces the release of the U of A COVID-19 Vaccination Directive.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending September 24
World Health Organization approved vaccines recognized by Alberta | Updates to U of A rapid testing requirements & program | Sharing proof of vaccination - coming October 1 through MyUAlberta | Isolation for household contacts
World Health Organization approved vaccines recognized by Alberta
U of A also adds CoronaVac/Sinovac and Sinopharm/BBIBP to its list of recognized vaccines.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending September 17
In-person classes resume Monday | Get vaccinated | Proof of Vaccination Program and changes to Rapid Testing Program | New event requirements | Stay home when you feel unwell | Masking on campus
Sept 16 Update: Online classes on Friday, in-person again on Monday
An update on new Government of Alberta public health measures
New Government of Alberta public health measures announced
September 15: New Government of Alberta public health measures announced
Enhancing vaccination protocols for campus safety
Alongside eight fellow Alberta post-secondary institutions, President Bill Flanagan announces enhanced long-term safety protocols to ensure the ongoing safety of our campus communities.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending September 10
September 10 COVID-19 update: COVID-19 in our campus community | What to do if you’re feeling unwell | Masking on campus | Working remotely + more
COVID-19 Notice: COVID-19 in Our Campus Community
Reminders about the U of A’s Rapid Response Plan and information about a recent off-campus community outbreak that has impacted our university community.
Updates for the U of A community, week ending September 3
September 3 COVID-19 update: Declare your vaccination status | Here@UAlberta | Rapid testing appointments | Guidelines for visitors + more
Rapid testing appointments are now available for booking
See the latest updates about Rapid Testing
Updates for the U of A community, week ending August 27
August 21 COVID-19 update: Declaring vaccination status and rapid testing | Drop-in vaccination clinics | Get Your Shot vaccine incentive contest + more
Declaring Vaccination Status and Rapid Testing
The University of Alberta has established a vaccination self-declaration process and a rapid testing program to support safety across our campuses this fall
Updates for the U of A community, week ending August 20
August 21 COVID-19 update: New measures for fall | Start of Term Health & Safety Guides | Vaccination survey results + more
Results of U of A Vaccination Survey
95% of respondents are fully vaccinated or plan to be fully vaccinated by August 30.
New measures for fall return to campus
University of Alberta, University of Calgary, and University of Lethbridge to include rapid testing or vaccination, and masks as part of back-to-school plans
Updates for the U of A community, week ending August 13
August 13 COVID-19 update: U of A to announce further measures next week | Tracing, sick protocols, and rapid response | Student Services Reopening | And more
Updates for the U of A community, week ending August 6
August 6 COVID-19 update: President’s Message | Returning to Campus Training | Community Survey and more