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Reminder – Vaccination mandate remains in place

Reminder – Vaccination mandate remains in place

Dear York community,  Further to my February 17 message and in alignment with other Ontario post-secondary education institutions, I write today to remind all community members that the University’s Vaccination Mandate policy remains in place for the Winter Term 2022. In addition, a reminder that: YU Screen must be filled out daily prior to attending campus. Please be prepared to […]

York Community Vaccination Clinic Update: Now open to family members, additional appointment available

York Community Vaccination Clinic Update: Now open to family members, additional appointment available

We are pleased to announce that York University has now been granted permission to extend its dedicated community vaccination clinic to family members of York community members who are 18 years of age and older and meet the eligibility requirements. Appointments are required. This clinic is limited to York students and employees (including faculty, instructors […]

#VAXTHENORTHWEST: YORK’S KEELE CAMPUS TO HOST CITY OF TORONTO VACCINATION CLINIC

#VAXTHENORTHWEST: YORK’S KEELE CAMPUS TO HOST CITY OF TORONTO VACCINATION CLINIC

York University is pleased to welcome #TeamToronto to the Keele Campus on Sunday, January 23, for a Northwest Toronto vaccination clinic which takes place at the Aviva Centre from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Eligible people who live in Northwest Toronto neighbourhoods can get first, second, third or children’s doses. Students, faculty, instructors, and staff […]

Community Update #71 - Changes to York’s Health and Safety Plan for Winter

Community Update #71 - Changes to York’s Health and Safety Plan for Winter

As the university prepares to welcome more in-person learning and research activities onto our campuses this winter, we’re building on the success of the programs that have kept our community safe throughout the fall term. In addition to our current practices of vaccination, enhanced ventilation, use of masks or face coverings in all indoor settings […]

Community Update #69 - International Travel Guidance

Community Update #69 - International Travel Guidance

On October 21, 2021, the Government of Canada lifted its advisory for fully vaccinated Canadians to avoid all non-essential international travel. At this time, all unvaccinated travellers are still advised to continue avoiding non-essential travel to all destinations. All members of the York community including faculty, staff and students should follow this advisory to support the health and safety of our community.  Please be advised that […]

Community Update #68 - November Vaccine Clinics at York

Community Update #68 - November Vaccine Clinics at York

This month, York University will host more pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Keele Campus, in partnership with Toronto Public Health. For those who are eligible and studying or working on the Glendon Campus, Sunnybrook Hospital will offer vaccinations by appointment until November 26. As a reminder, York will require all community members and visitors on our campuses this fall to be […]

Community Update #67 - Compliance with York’s Vaccination Mandate

Community Update #67 - Compliance with York’s Vaccination Mandate

Last week, the Ontario Government announced further steps to reopen the province. We are reviewing the potential impacts for the University at this time but can confirm that this does not impact York’s Vaccination Mandate, or any of the requirements for community members to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption before coming to our campuses.    Our ability to mitigate much of […]

Community Update #65 - Reminder of COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Policy Compliance Requirements

Community Update #65 - Reminder of COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Policy Compliance Requirements

Throughout the pandemic, York has prioritized the health and safety of University community members, and those of our neighbouring communities, in our planning and actions.   To our many community members who have uploaded their vaccination status, thank you for your shared commitment to keeping our community safe. As recognized by national, provincial and municipal […]

Community Update #63 - Key Reminders about York’s Vaccination Mandate

Community Update #63 - Key Reminders about York’s Vaccination Mandate

As recently announced by the province, Ontarians will need to provide proof of vaccination to access certain businesses and services from September 22 onward. You may already be aware that this can impact different spaces located on York’s campuses and you will be required to have proof of vaccination ready to show if and when it is requested.  […]

Community Update #62 - Upcoming Vaccine Clinics at York

Community Update #62 - Upcoming Vaccine Clinics at York

This week, York University will host more pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics on Keele Campus, in partnership with Humber River Hospital. For those who are eligible and studying or working on the Glendon Campus, Sunnybrook Hospital is also opening up access to their walk-in vaccine clinic.   As announced, York will require all community members and visitors on our campuses this fall […]