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COVID-19 Information & University Updates

In an effort to keep our Algoma University community informed, this page has been created to provide our students, faculty, and staff with the latest information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Algoma University works closely with the public health units where all three of our campuses are located (Algoma, Peel and Porcupine) in order to provide accurate information, resources, and guidelines to our University community concerning the current pandemic. As the COVID-19 situation evolves, Algoma University continues to take proactive steps to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our University community across all three campuses. On this page you will find the number of confirmed cases among members of the Algoma University community, all relevant campus updates, policies and procedures applicable to the COVID-19 Pandemic, frequently asked questions and much more.

Should you have any COVID-19 related questions, please contact covid@algomau.ca

Campus Safety Plan

Mandatory Screening Policy

Vaccine Policy

  • All employees, students and guests are required to check-in upon arrival.
  • Students and employees are required to complete the Health Screening prior to or upon entry to any Algoma University building.
  • Guests are required to complete a guest sign-in.
  • You will now be required to update your SaniTrakr profile.

Current Status

PHASE 3 REOPENING PROVINCIAL DIRECTIVES (Updated September 1st, 2021)

Our vaccine policy will go into effect on September 1st, please see important dates below:

  • September 1st, 2021, all members of the Algoma University community aged 12 and over, will be required to attest and provide supporting documentation to their COVID-19 vaccination status prior to accessing campus.
    • Provide your vaccination status by filling out the form linked here.
  • September 7th, 2021 – have one dose of a Health Canada or WHO approved vaccine
  • October 15th, 2021 – fully vaccinated (two weeks after the second dose)

All students, employees and guests will be required to screen in via SaniTrakr upon arrival. For more information and support on SaniTrakr, please click here.

 

Vaccine Clinics in Brampton and Sault Ste. Marie:

Brampton:

  • Vaccination center at Embassy Grand 8800 The Gore Rd.
  • On-site clinic dates to be determined

Sault Ste. Marie:

  • On-site clinics September 14th and October 5th
  • More details to follow

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Brampton Campus:

We are happy to announce that the Brampton campus will be open to employees starting July 5, 2021, and we are excited to start welcoming back students in August. With this being said, our direct services will remain virtual for the time being. For our Brampton campus employees, please work directly with your management officer around your schedule. You will receive a separate memo outlining the details of your return and any health and safety information you may need to feel safe upon your return.

 

Timmins Campus:

We ask that you continue to follow the direction of Northern College and to work with your direct supervisors to develop your back to campus planning.

 

Sault Ste. Marie Campus:

  • Shingwauk Hall – Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm and Saturday/Sunday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm (entrance via Z or U door)
  • Convergence Center – Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm. Employees will be able to access both East and West doors via swipe during open and closed hours.  If your swipe access is not working, please submit an IT ticket.
  • All students, employees and guests will be required to screen in via SaniTrakr upon arrival.
  • The Wishart Library is now open Monday to Thursday 8:30 am to 10:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am to 8:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Research help is available by emailing reference@algomau.ca or via the Ask a Librarian online chat service.
  • IT Services/Computer labs will continue to operate Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm. To connect with an IT Service Desk team member, call 705-949-2301 x4450 or (888) 902-7866 during our hours of operation or start a chat session.  On the IT Support portal page, search our solutions for self-serve options or submit an incident or service request.
  • NW203 Computer Lab will be open and available with capacity restrictions during normal campus hours.
  • Please note that gatherings indoors will now be allowed but with a restriction of a maximum of five (5) and outdoor gatherings can be booked for up to a maximum of 25 people.  Space can be booked through the gatherings request form.
  • For additional information about the re-opening of the SSM campus, please review our June 9, 2021 memo.

For further details on the current campus information and access to resources, please view the campus-specific Student FAQs: Sault Ste. Marie, Brampton, Timmins.

We thank you for your continued adherence to these measures. Our collective efforts will continue to make a difference.

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ALGOMA UNIVERSITY UPDATES

COVID-19 Communication Memos Archive

Quarantine/Arrival Information

Through the efforts of the Quarantine Readiness Team, Algoma University has been registered with the Government of Canada as a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) with a Provincially Approved Quarantine Readiness Plan. This plan outlines the steps required when an international student attempts to enter Canada as a member of the Algoma University community, and provides details on how our institution is prepared to support these students.

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Vaccines

The government of Ontario announced that as of May 18, 2021, that all Ontario residents 18+ will be eligible to book a vaccine.

In preparation for safe return to campus activities, Algoma University encourages all community members to consult the following websites for up-to-date information on COVID-19 vaccination clinics, eligibility and appointments

For Brampton: visit Peel Region Health Services here.

For Sault Ste. Marie: visit Algoma Public Health here.

For Timmins: visit Porcupine Health Unit here.

Anyone wishing to take advantage of any of the vaccination clinics and require time off work to do so, should contact their direct management officers to make arrangements.

Please note that employees will not be required to use vacation/lieu or sick time to attend a vaccination appointment.

Our vaccine policy will go into effect on September 1st, please see important dates below:

  • September 1st, 2021, all members of the Algoma University community aged 12 and over, will be required to attest and provide supporting documentation to their COVID-19 vaccination status prior to accessing campus.
  • September 7, 2021 – have one dose of a Health Canada or WHO approved vaccine
  • October 15, 2021 – fully vaccinated (two weeks after the second dose)
Tracking COVID-19 in members of our community

Need to book an appointment for a COVID test but not sure where to go?  Click here

Since the start of the pandemic in March 2020, three (3) cases have been reported that directly impacted the Algoma University community campus(s), zero (0) outbreaks have occurred.

Sault Ste. Marie
Brampton
Timmins
# of Active Cases010
# of Resolved Cases
110
Important Policies & Procedures
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Online/Remote Learning

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Register for your courses

Registration for 2022 Winter courses now available.

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Staying Connected

Thanks to technology, the campus community continues to support one another.

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Safety Tips and Reminders

Urgent actions are required to protect the health and well-being of our community. This video series offers tips and reminders on how to keep yourself and those around you safe. Together, we can stop the spread and ensure the lockdown ends as quickly as possible.

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Student Emergency Support Fund

The Algoma University Student Emergency Support Fund was established in response to the financial hardships our students are currently facing. As a caring and committed community, we continue to put the success of our students at the forefront of everything we do – your support will provide immediate assistance to students with urgent needs during the COVID-19 crisis, and help them to continue their educational journey

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Pandemic Task Force

Meet our collaborative Algoma University Pandemic Task Force committee

The Algoma University Pandemic Task Force is a collaborative committee that holds the responsibility to help guide and review decisions regarding any active Pandemic to ensure that the safety of the Algoma University community and the academic success of our students is at the forefront of all decisions.

Should you have any questions for the Task Force, please email covid@algomau.ca

Virtual COVID-19 Suggestion Box

Do you have a suggestion on how we can improve our COVID-19 response at Algoma University? Fill out this form and let us know.

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Credible online resources for more information

Government of Canada
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/210

Algoma Public Health
http://www.algomapublichealth.com/disease-and-illness/infectious-diseases/novel-coronavirus/

Region of Peel
https://www.peelregion.ca/coronavirus/

Porcupine Public Health Unit
http://www.porcupinehu.on.ca/en/

World Health Organization
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

Government of Canada / Travel
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices/212 _ga=2.221082776.1256641568.1582580528-2102501784.1554751267

Government of Canada / Coronavirus
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection.html

COVID19MisInfo.org Portal Project
https://covid19misinfo.org