Campus access remains tied to NC student and employee ID cards
October 15, 2021
While Ontario’s enhanced vaccine certificate launches on October 22 for access to some non-essential businesses and services in the province, access to Niagara College’s campuses will continue to be linked to NC student and employee ID cards, providing an easy, convenient process for entry. You must continue to bring your ID card with you to gain entry to campus. When scanned at our entry points, your NC ID card will continue to confirm your vaccination...
Important Reminder: October 18 deadline for uploading proof of full vaccination
October 15, 2021
A reminder that the deadline for student and employees who are working or studying on campus to upload proof of full vaccination is October 18. Students and employees who have not uploaded proof of full vaccination will receive a direct message from the College this week with further information regarding this approaching deadline. As announced on September 27, Niagara College’s mandatory vaccination policy will remain in effect for the Winter 2022 term, and all students...
Vaccine Policy Update: New Ontario guidance on out of province and out of country vaccinations
October 5, 2021
The Ontario Ministry of Health recently announced new guidance on who is defined as fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In Canada, four COVID-19 vaccines have been reviewed and authorized for use by Health Canada (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen/Johnson & Johnson). Niagara College has updated its Mandatory Vaccine Policy to align with Health Canada, which defines fully vaccinated as 14 calendar days following: The full series of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized by Health Canada, or any combination...
Benefits of COVID-19 Vaccination Module available on Return to Campus website
September 28, 2021
As part of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Post-secondary Education Health Measures Framework for Fall 2021 announced on August 31, 2021, Niagara College has developed a Benefits of COVID-19 Vaccination Module that is now available on the Return to Campus website. The educational video addresses how COVID-19 vaccines work, safety related to the development of the COVID-19 vaccines, benefits of vaccination against COVID-19, risks of not being vaccinated, and possible vaccine side effects. Students...
Update from Vice President Academic Fiona Allan: All programs to provide on campus learning experiences this winter
September 27, 2021
With a strong focus on ensuring a safe learning environment, Niagara College is planning to increase on-campus learning in January for the Winter 2022 term, including the opportunity for on-campus learning for all students. Recognizing that students need ample time to plan for their studies, Niagara College is planning to provide on-campus learning experiences in every program this winter. While many programs will continue to mix remote and in-person learning, students in all programs will...
