Returning to campus

Overview

The health and wellbeing of the UBC community is the university's first priority. UBC is working hard with provincial health authorities to make sure the campus is safe for all students, staff, and faculty.

This page will continue to be updated with important resources and announcements regarding campus safety protocols.

UBC Okanagan students, please review the UBC Okanagan guide.
Graduate students, check the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies updates and FAQs.

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Latest updates

Update on Term 2 learning

Announced Wed, Jan 12

UBC has made the decision to continue to deliver the majority of programs online until Feb 7. More updates will be posted regarding the return to in-person teaching and learning.

Updates to UBC COVID-19 FAQ

Published Wed, Jan 5

Any members of our UBC community who may be experiencing COVID-19 symptoms are asked to follow the guidance of the BCCDC.

Face covering or mask exemption

UBC recognizes that it may not be possible for some students to wear a face covering or mask while accessing classrooms and other common areas. If you meet the exemption requirement, you can apply.

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What you need to know

Familiarize yourself with UBC safety information and resources.

UBC requires mandatory masks in indoor spaces
The provincial government has implemented a mandatory mask requirement for indoor spaces, including public areas at UBC Vancouver.
BC implements proof of vaccination requirements
By order of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), proof of vaccination will be required to access some events, services, and businesses.
UBC launches COVID-19 Rapid Testing Program
UBC requires COVID-19 rapid testing for students who haven’t been vaccinated, or choose not to disclose their vaccine status.

Students to follow campus safety guidelines
Find out how UBC is keeping you safe as you return to campus for classes and activities.
New updates to UBC building access
You’ll need your UBCcard to access some UBC buildings on weekdays after 5:00 pm and on weekends.
Talk with a Return to Campus Ambassador
If you have questions about UBC’s return to campus or public health guidelines, connect with an Ambassador at the UBC Life Building or first-year residences.

Requirements for all students

Complete the Vaccination Status Declaration.
You’ll need your UBCcard to access some UBC buildings on weekdays after 5:00 pm and on weekends. Register for or pick up your UBCcard if you haven't already.
Read and review the COVID-19 Campus Rules and the Campus Return Plan FAQ.
Assess yourself daily for COVID-19 symptoms through the British Columbia self-assessment tool.
Stay home if you or anyone in your household is feeling sick or ill, self-isolating due to COVID-19, or have travelled internationally in the last 14 days.
Take the online health safety training through Canvas.
Wear a mask if you're accessing any indoor public spaces on campus. Review the British Columbia mask mandate.

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If you're travelling to Canada

You'll need to follow public health orders if you're coming from outside of Canada.

Coming from abroad

Before arranging any travels, check if you're eligible to enter Canada, prepare documents to support essential travel, create and submit a self-isolation plan, and know what to do upon arrival at the airport or border.

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Self-isolation support

UBC provides on-campus, self-isolation accommodation and meal packages for students travelling to UBC from outside Canada. Fee-based self-isolation accommodation packages are also available to any members of the UBC community.

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