COVID-19 Updates

August 30, 2022

NOTE FOR ALL BOOTH UC STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF: IF YOU HAVE COLD OR FLU SYMPTOMS, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU’VE TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID, DO NOT COME TO CAMPUS

All classes, services, and programs will have virtual participation options.

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community. This Bulletin covers the Fall term, barring any change to the current COVID situation.

Anyone who tests positive for COVID must stay home for a minimum of 5 days, be symptom-free for 24 hours and test negative before returning to campus.

If there is COVID in your household, but you are testing negative, you may come to campus but do not remove your mask even in the exception situations.

Booth University College will no longer require proof of vaccination for anyone coming to campus (employees, students, contractors, and visitors).

Booth will, however, require all employees, students, contractors, and visitors to wear a 3-ply well-fitted filtered mask, ie. KN95, N95, medical grade, etc., whenever on campus, (including in the classroom), with a few exceptions.

Masks do not need to be worn:

While seated in the Bistro;
While an employee is alone in their office;
Instructors may remove their masks when teaching, provided they have two meters distance from students

For any event or meeting in which the organizer has arranged social distancing and the participants are seated, the organizer of the event or meeting may inform participants that masks may be removed.

Masks and Rapid Tests are available at Student Services Information Desk.

ACADEMICS

Fall Term Delivery

Fall 2022 course delivery will be a blended model. This will include both in-person and virtual teaching simultaneously. Select courses will be offered on a synchronous virtual basis only.

Library

The library will be open to the public.
Masks are required to be worn.
Library staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

School for Continuing Studies

The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Supports

Students may come to campus to access support programs, including counselling, accessibility accommodations, and assistance with any student-related services or concerns.

The Academic Learning Center will remain open during the Fall term, for both in-person and virtual appointments. Appointments can be made using the ALC scheduling site: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13403925.
Student Services staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

International Students

International students arriving during this time must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan and use the ArriveCAN app issued by the Canadian government: https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/services/arrivecan.html,
International students arriving in Winnipeg must inform the Student Services Coordinator at least two weeks prior to their arrival date to ensure appropriate protocols are adhered to and support is given in a timely fashion. E-mail: Matthew.Peters@BoothUC.ca.

Residence

Please contact Student Services for all policies in effect. E-mail: Matthew.Peters@BoothUC.ca

Events

Student event requests during the Fall term will be reviewed by Student Services on a case-by-case basis. Guidelines will be provided, as deemed appropriate, at the time of the request.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro will be open for the Fall term, with reduced seating.
Outside rental requests will be reviewed by Hospitality on a case-by-case basis during the Fall term. Guidelines will be provided, as deemed appropriate, at the time of the request.

HUMAN RESOURCES

We are asking all employees who have cold or flu-like symptoms to stay home. If an employee tests positive for COVID they must stay home for a minimum of 5 days. Employees must be symptom-free for 24 hours and test negative before returning to campus.

Please inform your supervisor if unable to perform work duties.

If there is COVID in your household, but you are testing negative, you may come to campus but do not remove your mask even in the exception situations.

FACILITIES

Booth UC will be open to the public during business hours (Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00) for the Fall term. The inside doors will remain locked at this time, all visitors are required to check in at the front desk.

Commuter students will have access to Booth campus buildings between the hours of 7:45 am and 11:00 pm.

Sanitizing supplies will be available in all classrooms/meeting rooms and tables should be sanitized after each use.

THE PUBLIC

Visitors

Visitors/guests are permitted on campus and should be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Contractors

Contractors must report to Student Services Information Desk and should be met by the employee who invited them to campus.

Deliveries

Delivery couriers/drivers are permitted entrance by the front desk staff at Waldron and Peterson Hall. If the delivery cannot be left at the front desk, the appropriate department will be contacted.

Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

The Booth UC COVID-19 Recovery Committee will meet as necessary during the Fall term and will provide updates as necessary.

May 2, 2022

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community. This Bulletin covers the period of time from May 2, 2022 till August 21, 2022, barring any change to provincial restrictions.
Effective May 2, 2022, Booth University College will no longer require proof of vaccination for anyone coming to campus (employees, students, contractors and visitors). Employees may return to campus to work; however, they are not required to return over the summer months. This does not apply to summer essential workers. Please discuss your schedule with your supervisor.

Booth UC continues to require all employees, students, contractors and visitors to wear a 3-ply well fitted filtered mask, ie. KN95, N95, medical grade, etc., in all common and/or shared spaces, complete a self-screening declaration before entering and adhere to social distancing during in-person meetings. Masks are available at Student Services Information Desk.

ACADEMICS

Fall Term Delivery

Fall Term delivery decisions will be made during the month of June.

Library

The library will be open to the public.
All seating areas will be setup to accommodate social distancing.
Masks are required to be worn.
Library staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

School for Continuing Studies

The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Supports

The Academic Learning Center will remain open during the Spring term, for both in-person and virtual appointments. Appointments can be made using the ALC scheduling site: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13403925
Appointments will be scheduled with sufficient time before and after the appointment to minimize close contact with others. Meeting rooms will be large enough to accommodate social distancing.
Student Services staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

International Students

International students arriving during this time must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan.
International students arriving in Winnipeg must inform the Student Services Coordinator at least two weeks prior to their arrival date to ensure appropriate protocols are adhered to and support is given in timely fashion. E-mail: Matthew.Peters@BoothUC.ca.

Residence

All privileges granted to the resident students remain in effect.
The third-floor student lounge is open for resident students.
A guest policy has been put in place, please contact Student Services for details.

Events

Student event requests during the Spring term will be reviewed by Student Services on a case by case basis. Guidelines will be provided, as deemed appropriate, at the time of the request.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro will be closed for the summer, May 7th until late August.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Spring term.

HUMAN RESOURCES

All employees are required to stay home when sick. If an employee is symptomatic or tests positive for COVID-19 they must stay home for a minimum of 5 days. Employees must be symptom free for 24 hours and test negative before returning to campus.
If a member of the employees’ household displays symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19, employees must stay home until the member of the household is symptom free for 24 hours.
For employees who are required to stay home due to a member of their household being sick, and who cannot perform their duties from home, please contact HR for further instruction.

FACILITIES

Booth UC will be open to the public for the Spring term. The inside doors will remain locked at this time, all visitors are required to check in at the front desk.

THE PUBLIC

Visitors

Visitors/guests are permitted on campus and must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Contractors

Contractors must report to Student Services Information Desk and must be met by the employee who invited them to campus.

Deliveries

Delivery courier/drivers are permitted entrance by the front desk staff at Waldron and Peterson Hall. If the delivery cannot be left at the front desk, the appropriate department will be contacted.

Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

The Booth UC COVID-19 Recovery Committee continues to meet throughout the winter and will provide updates as necessary.

February 22, 2022

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community. This Bulletin is being released in light of our commitment to reevaluate, during reading week, the decisions provided on January 6, 2022.

At this time, employees are not required to return to campus. If fully vaccinated employees (Faculty and Staff) prefer to work on campus, they must speak with their supervisor to confirm a schedule.

Booth UC continues to require all employees, students, contractors and visitors to wear a 3-ply well fitted filtered mask, ie. KN95, N95, medical-grade, etc., in all common and/or shared spaces, complete a self-screening declaration before entering and adhere to social distancing guidelines posted throughout campus.

Anyone coming to campus (employees, students, contractors and visitors) is required to be fully vaccinated and must provide a one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions.
Social distancing is required for all in-person meetings and masks must be worn at all times.

VACCINE ELIGIBILITY
We encourage all employees and students to receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. These are available at any location that offers the COVID-19 vaccine.
Applications for immunization cards for fully vaccinated people can be made online at https://immunizationcard.manitoba.ca/. Full information is available on the province’s website.

ACADEMIC
Winter Term Delivery
Booth UC has decided that we will continue with virtual delivery during the Winter term; but non-mandatory, face-to-face instruction may also take place for fully vaccinated students at the instructor’s discretion.

For any face-to-face instruction, masks must be worn at all times and participants must socially distance; this means classroom seating will be limited.

Instructors will be responsible for communication with students if face-to-face instruction is taking place and ensuring protocols are followed.

Library
The library will be open to the public, Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers, who provide proof of full vaccination (either their student card with a sticker or Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdiction).

All seating areas will be set up to accommodate social distancing.

Masks are required to be worn at all times.

Library staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

School for Continuing Studies
The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES
Winter Term
Students must be fully vaccinated to be permitted on campus and complete self-screening prior to entry. Students will be required to present one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions to the Student Services Information Desk at the Waldron Building, 447 Webb Place, where it will be verified.

Upon verification, students will receive a campus-access sticker to be affixed to their student ID card from the Student Services Information Desk.

Students will need to present their Booth UC card (with sticker) whenever they need to access campus (Petersen Hall, Library, Waldron Building).

Students who require a Booth UC student card must contact StudentServices@BoothUC.ca.

Supports
Commuter students who are fully vaccinated are required to contact the Student Services Information Desk for any in-person services.

Academic Learning Center – by appointment only
Student Services Information Desk – for payment of fees, when electronic or phone payment is NOT an option. Students who are unvaccinated and need to pay fees in person must contact Booth UC @ 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make alternate arrangements.
Student Services Information Desk – to access all other Student Services, including appointments with staff and items needed from the Information Desk, please contact Reception at 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make an appointment.
Appointments will be scheduled with sufficient time before and after the appointment to minimize close contact with others. Meeting rooms will be large enough to accommodate social distancing.
Student Services staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

Appointments will be scheduled with sufficient time before and after the appointment to minimize close contact with others. Meeting rooms will be large enough to accommodate social distancing.

Student Services staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

International Students
International students arriving to study at Booth UC must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan that has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada.

International students arriving in Winnipeg must inform the Student Services Coordinator at least two weeks prior to their arrival date to ensure appropriate protocols are adhered to and support is given in a timely fashion. E-mail: Matthew.Peters@BoothUC.ca.

International students can book vaccination appointments immediately after arrival as long as their stay in Manitoba will be at least 30 days.

Residence
All privileges granted to the resident students remain in effect.

For students living in residence and travelling outside of the province of Manitoba, Booth UC will keep students informed of the requirements regarding COVID-19 tests, self-isolation, or quarantine.

The third-floor student lounge is open for resident students.

A guest policy has been put in place. Please contact Student Services for details.

HOSPITALITY
The Bistro will be open for pickup or delivery only during the remainder of the Winter term. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighbouring colleagues will be available.

Employees have the option of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.

Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Winter term.

FACILITIES
Booth UC will be closed to the public for the remainder of the Winter term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth UC-related reason.

The following system is in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak:

All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

The third-floor student lounge is open for resident students.

THE PUBLIC
Visitors
Visitors/guests are permitted on campus ONLY if conducting Booth UC business. If visitors/guests are invited, the following protocols are in place:

All visitors/guests must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Contractors
Contractors are permitted on campus with the following protocols in place:

All contractors must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Deliveries
Delivery courier/drivers are permitted entrance by the front desk staff at Waldron and Peterson Hall. If the delivery cannot be left at the front desk, the appropriate department will be contacted.

Bistro deliveries will be accepted by the back entrance only.

Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

The Booth UC COVID-19 Recovery Committee continues to meet throughout the winter and will provide updates as necessary.

January 6, 2022

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community. This Bulletin is being released in light of the new Omicron variant and its increased transmissibility, and as such, there are some changes to our original plans for the Winter term.

The Return to Campus Plan has been placed on hold and only previously designated departments (essential services) will be required to be on campus at this time. While we strongly encourage all others to work from home, if employees still prefer to work on campus, they must speak with their supervisor to confirm a schedule.

Booth UC requires all employees, students, contractors and visitors to wear a 3-ply well fitted filtered mask, ie. KN95, N95, medical grade, etc., in all common and/or shared spaces, complete a self-screening declaration before entering and adhere to social distancing guidelines posted throughout campus
.
Anyone coming to campus (employees, students, contractors and visitors) are required to be fully vaccinated and must provide a one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions.

The previously designated departments will remain working from campus during regular working hours Monday- Friday:
➢ Facilities
➢ Hospitality
➢ Student Services
➢ Front Desk (Waldron Building)
➢ Library
➢ Financial Services (limited days)

All employees are encouraged to hold business meetings virtually. For any required in-person meetings, masks must be worn at all times and participants must socially distance.

VACCINE ELIGIBILITY
We encourage all employees and students to receive a third dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. These are available at any location that offers the COVID-19 vaccine.
Applications for immunization cards for fully vaccinated people can be made online at https://immunizationcard.manitoba.ca/. Full information is available on the province’s website.

ACADEMICS
Winter Term Delivery
Booth UC will provide virtual delivery only for the beginning of the Winter term. This decision will be reevaluated during reading week.

Library
The library will be open to the public, Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers, who provide proof of full vaccination (either their student card with sticker or Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdiction).
All seating areas will be setup to accommodate social distancing.
Masks are required to be worn at all times.
Library staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

School for Continuing Studies
The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES
Winter Term
All Student Services Programming will be provided virtually for the Winter Term. This decision will be reevaluated during reading week.
ALL common spaces on campus are now closed. This decision will be reevaluated during reading week.

Supports
For the Winter term, commuter students who are fully vaccinated are required to contact the Student Services Information Desk for any in-person services.

Academic Learning Center – virtual only

Student Services Information Desk – for payment of fees, when electronic or phone payment is NOT an option.
Students who are unvaccinated and needing to pay fees in person, must contact Booth UC @ 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make alternate arrangements.

Student Services Information Desk – to access all other Student Services, including appointments with staff and items needed from the Information Desk, please contact Reception at 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make an appointment.

International Students
International students arriving to study at Booth UC must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan that has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada.
International students arriving in Winnipeg must inform the Student Services Coordinator at least two weeks prior to their arrival date to ensure appropriate protocols are adhered to and support is given in timely fashion. E-mail: Matthew.Peters@BoothUC.ca.

International students can book vaccination appointments immediately after arrival as long as their stay in Manitoba will be at least 30 days.

Residence
For the Winter term, all privileges granted to the resident students remain in effect.
For students living in residence and traveling outside of the province of Manitoba, Booth UC will keep students informed of the requirements regarding COVID-19 tests, self-isolation, or quarantine.

HOSPITALITY
The Bistro will be open for pickup or delivery only during the Winter term. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighboring colleagues will be available.
Employees have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Winter term.

FACILITIES
Booth UC will be closed to the public for the Winter term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth related reason.
The following system is in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
• All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
• By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
All common spaces are closed.

THE PUBLIC
Visitors
Visitors/guests are permitted on campus ONLY if conducting Booth UC business. If visitors/guests are invited, the following protocols are in place:
▪ All visitors/guests must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
▪ Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
▪ Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Contractors
Contractors are permitted on campus with the following protocols in place:
▪ All contractors must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
▪ Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
▪ Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Deliveries
Delivery courier/drivers are permitted entrance by the front desk staff at Waldron and Peterson Hall. If the delivery cannot be left at the front desk, the appropriate department will be contacted.
Bistro deliveries will be accepted by the back entrance only.

November 1, 2021

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community; therefore, anyone coming to campus (employees, students, contractors and visitors) are required to be fully vaccinated and must provide a one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions.

Booth UC continues to require all employees, students, contractors and visitors to wear a mask in all common and/or shared spaces, complete a self-screening declaration before entering and adhere to social distancing guidelines posted throughout campus.

All fully vaccinated employees (Faculty and Staff), are encouraged to return to campus the week of January 4, 2022 on a rotating work schedule. Please work with your supervisor to implement a staggered return to campus schedule and discuss any concerns you may have.

The following return to campus requirements are now in place:

Training workshop for all employees and students
A staggered return-to-campus schedule
Rotating work schedules
An ample supply of recommended PPE available
Cleaning and Sanitizing supplies available for use
Fixed property distancing equipment/signs installed

VACCINE ELIGIBILITY

To book an appointment for a vaccine, visit https://protectmb.ca/. Appointments may also be booked by calling 1-844-626-8222.

Applications for immunization cards for fully vaccinated people can be made online at https://immunizationcard.manitoba.ca/. Full information is available on the Province’s website.

ACADEMIC

Winter Term Delivery

Booth UC has decided that we will continue with virtual delivery in the Winter term, but face-to-face instruction may also take place for fully vaccinated students at the instructor’s discretion as permitted by Manitoba Health orders in place at the time.

If an instructor chooses to hold face-to-face meetings, all classes must also be delivered virtually for students who are not in Winnipeg or who cannot, for whatever reason, come to campus. Instructors will be responsible for communication with students about any changes to delivery.

Library

The library will be open to the public, Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers, who provide proof of full vaccination (either their student card with sticker or Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdiction).

School for Continuing Studies

The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Return to Campus (Winter term):

Students must be fully vaccinated to be permitted on campus and follow health regulations, which include completion of self-screening prior to entry.
Students will be required to present one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions to the Student Services Information Desk at the Waldron Building, 447 Webb Place, where it will be verified.
Upon verification, students will receive a campus-access sticker to be affixed to their student ID card from the Student Services Information Desk.
Students will need to present their Booth UC card (with sticker) whenever they need to access campus (Petersen Hall, Library, Waldron Building).
Students who require a Booth UC student card must contact StudentServices@BoothUC.ca.
For students returning to campus for classes in January, please arrange to verify your vaccine status and obtain your campus access sticker prior to the first day of classes, in order to avoid congestion at the Student Services Information Desk.
The third-floor student lounge will be open for both commuter and resident students.

Supports

For the Winter term, commuter students who are fully vaccinated, are permitted on campus for the following services

Academic Learning Center – by appointment only.
Student Services Information Desk – for payment of fees, when electronic or phone payment is NOT an option. Students who are unvaccinated and need to pay fees in person must contact Booth UC @ 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make alternate arrangements.
Student Services Information Desk – to access all other Student Services, including appointments with staff and items needed from the Information Desk, please contact Reception at 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make an appointment.
Appointments will be scheduled with sufficient time before and after the appointment to minimize close contact with others. Meeting rooms will be large enough to accommodate social distancing.
Student Services staff are responsible to ensure all areas are sanitized after each use.

International Students

International students arriving to study at Booth UC must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan that has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada.

International students can book vaccination appointments immediately after arrival as long as their stay in Manitoba will be at least 30 days.

Residence

For the Winter term, all privileges granted to the resident students remain in effect.

For students living in residence and travelling outside of the province of Manitoba, Booth UC will keep students informed of the requirements regarding COVID-19 tests, self-isolation, or quarantine.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro will be open for pickup or delivery only during the Winter term. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighbouring colleagues will be available.

Employees have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.

Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Winter term.

FACILITIES

Booth UC will be closed to the public for the Winter term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth UC-related reason.

The following system is in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.

All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

All common spaces, with the exception of the third-floor student lounge, remain closed.

Classrooms/meeting rooms for any in-person classes/meetings will be set up according to public health orders for fully vaccinated individuals. Chairs and tables must NOT be moved without permission. Please contact facilities if you require a different setup.

THE PUBLIC

Visitors

Visitors/guests are permitted on campus ONLY if conducting Booth UC business. If visitors/guests are invited, the following protocols are in place:
All visitors/guests must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Contractors

Contractors are permitted on campus with the following protocols in place:
All contractors must be fully vaccinated and follow health regulations which includes completion of self-screening prior to entry.
Must report to Student Services Information Desk to have proof of vaccination verified.
Must be met by the employee who invited them to campus, at the front desk.

Deliveries

Delivery courier/drivers are permitted entrance by the front desk staff at Waldron and Peterson Hall. If the delivery cannot be left at the front desk, the appropriate department will be contacted.
Bistro deliveries will be accepted by the back entrance only.

The Booth UC COVID-19 Recovery Committee continues to meet throughout the fall in order for preparation of a gradual return to campus for the Winter term.

COMMUNICATION
We will continue to update the BoothUC.ca website, post to social media and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

August 26, 2021

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community; therefore, Booth UC campus will remain closed to the general public for the fall term, with the exception of the Library.
Further to communication sent in July 2021 encouraging the importance of vaccines as being the best way to protect against COVID-19, Booth UC will require all employees, students and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be permitted on campus. Fall delivery of academic classes will be virtual. Some face-to-face delivery may occur if:
i) all participants are fully vaccinated and follow health regulations and
ii) at the instructor’s discretion.

All employees (faculty and staff), except those in essential services, may continue to work from home at this time. Booth UC will continue to require all employees and students to wear a face mask in all common and/or shared spaces until further notice.

EMPLOYEES
All employees must show proof of full vaccination (14 days after receipt of second COVID-19 immunization) to HR as soon as possible but no later than October 31, 2021. Employees who are fully vaccinated will be required to present one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions.

STUDENTS
Effective immediately, students must be fully vaccinated to be permitted on campus. Students will be required to present one-time proof of vaccination: Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdictions to the Student Services Information Desk at the Waldron Building, 447 Webb Place, where it will be verified.
As of September 2, 2021, students who are fully vaccinated, upon verification, will receive a campus-access sticker to be affixed to their student ID card from the Student Services Information Desk. Students who have come to campus and have shown proof of vaccination prior to September 2nd, will be responsible to pick up their campus-access sticker on or after September 2nd without having to provide proof of vaccination a second time.
Students will need to present their Booth UC card (with sticker) whenever they want to access campus (Petersen Hall, Library, Waldron Building).
Students who require a Booth UC student card must contact Student Services.
Students who are unvaccinated and needing to pay fees in person, must contact Booth UC @ 204-947-6701 ext. 0 or 701 to make alternate arrangements.

VISITORS TO CAMPUS
Any Employee inviting a visitor (Contractor, Service Person, Interviewee, etc.) to campus must adhere
to the following:
– Inform the visitor of Booth University College’s vaccine policy,
– Inform the front desk of the visitor’s name and date and time of arrival,
– The visitor will be required to sign in and show their proof of vaccination.

ACCOMMODATION
Those who are unable to be vaccinated due to reasons governed by Human Rights Codes i.e. medical or religious reasons, will be provided accommodation upon the receipt of required documentation (a medical note from a physician which confirms that for medical reasons, you are unable to become fully immunized against the Covid-19 virus OR a letter from your religious leader that confirms that you are part of a religion where the sincerely held religious belief prohibits you from becoming fully immunized against the Covid-19 virus).

LIBRARY
The library will be open to the public, Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers, who provide proof of full vaccination (either their student card with sticker or Manitoba Immunization QR Codes, Manitoba Immunization Cards, Manitoba Immunization Records, or proof from other jurisdiction).

VACCINES
To book an appointment for a vaccine, visit https://protectmb.ca/. Appointments may also be booked by calling 1-844-626-8222. All people in Manitoba, including international students, can be vaccinated for free.
Applications for immunization cards for fully vaccinated people can be made online at https://immunizationcard.manitoba.ca/. Full information is available on the province’s website.

COMMUNICATION
We will continue to update the BoothUC.ca website, post to social media and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

August 4, 2021

On August 3, the province announced changes to the public health orders that focus on public health recommendations and guidance, rather than restrictions, as the province prepares for a shift from pandemic to endemic COVID-19.

Booth University College remains committed to the health and safety of our campus community; therefore, Booth UC will continue to require all employees and students to wear a face mask in all common and/or shared spaces.
Anyone coming to campus (staff, faculty, students and visitors) will be required to wear a mask, complete a self-screening declaration before entering and adhere to social distancing guidelines posted throughout campus.

All employees (Faculty and Staff), except those in essential services, may continue to work from home at this time. Anyone wishing to return to campus is encouraged to further discuss with their supervisor.

VACCINE ELIGIBILITY
The Province of Manitoba has expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for both first and second doses to everyone over the age of 12. All members of our Booth UC community – staff, faculty and students – are now able to book a vaccination appointment.

To book an appointment for a vaccine, visit protectmb.ca/. Appointments can be made at one of the provincial supersites or popup vaccination clinics. Appointments may also be booked by calling 1-844-626-8222.
The province has introduced secure immunization cards for fully vaccinated people. Applications for the card can be made online at immunizationcard.manitoba.ca/. Full information is available on the province’s website.

ACADEMIC
Fall Term Delivery

Booth UC has decided that fall delivery will remain virtual; limited face-to-face instruction can take place at the instructor’s discretion as permitted by Manitoba Health orders in place at the time (number of students and room availability to be determined).

If an instructor decides on face-to face meetings (and if that can be accommodated), all classes will be delivered virtually as well for students that may not be in Winnipeg or who cannot, for whatever reason, come to campus. Instructors will be responsible for communication with students about any changes to delivery.

As the term progresses, we will consider moving more classes, as well as co-circular activities, to campus. Administration will communicate with instructors if more face-to-face options become available.

LIBRARY
The library is open to Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers.

All persons entering the Library much swipe the fob at the entrance for tracking purposes.

Social distancing will be maintained.

SCHOOL FOR CONTINUING STUDIES
The School for Continuing Studies continues to offer fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES
Residence Students
For students living in residence and traveling outside of the province of Manitoba, Booth UC will adhere to the provincial quarantine guidelines at this time.

International Students
International students arriving to study at Booth UC must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan that has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada.
*Updated* Safe Arrival Plan for International Students

International students can book vaccination appointments immediately after arrival as long as their stay in Manitoba will be at least 30 days. The vaccine will be provided at no cost and some form of government-issued ID such as a passport will have to be presented to receive the vaccine.

Supports
Planning is underway for orientation events; information will be made available in the coming weeks.

HOSPITALITY
The Bistro will be open for pickup or delivery only during the fall term. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighboring colleagues will be available.

Employees have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.

Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the fall term.

FACILITIES
Booth UC will be closed to the public for the fall term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth-related reason.

The following system is in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/.

Common spaces remain closed.

Classrooms/meeting rooms for any in-person classes/meetings are set up to accommodate social distancing guidelines. Chairs and tables must NOT be moved without permission. Please contact facilities if you require a different setup.

The Booth UC COVID-19 Recovery Committee continues to meet throughout the summer and any changes to the existing protocols will be communicated to the community before the fall term begins.

COMMUNICATION
We will continue to update the BoothUC.ca website, post to social media and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

May 6, 2021

Manitoba Pandemic Response Level Red – Critical

ACADEMIC
Fall Term Delivery
Due to uncertainty about the timeline of the vaccine rollout and to ensure the safety of the community and the quality of instruction, Booth UC has decided that Fall delivery will remain virtual; limited face-to-face instruction can take place at the instructor’s discretion as permitted by Manitoba Health orders in place at the time (number of students and room availability to be determined).

If an instructor decides on face-to-face meetings (and if that can be accommodated), all classes will be delivered virtually as well for students that may not be in Winnipeg or who cannot, for whatever reason, come to campus. Instructors will be responsible for communication with students about any changes to delivery.

As the term progresses, we will consider moving more classes, as well as co-circular activities, to campus. Administration will communicate with instructors if more face-to-face options become available.

February 16, 2021

Manitoba Pandemic Response Level Red – Critical

Due to the recent announcement by Manitoba Public Health, the following directives are in place for the present Response Level Red with lifted restrictions.

All employees (Faculty and Staff) except those in the departments listed below (essential services) are encouraged to work from home during the present Response Level Red. At this time, the following departments will remain working from campus during regular working hours Monday – Friday.

Facilities
Hospitality
Student Services
Front Desk (Waldron Building)
Library
Financial Services (limited days)

All business meetings will continue to be held virtually.

All Winter term classes will continue to be delivered virtually.

All Spring term classes will be delivered virtually.

As of Monday, February 22, 2021, the library will be extending in-person study, reference, and borrowing to Mon-Thurs 8:00 am-8:00 pm. Friday and Saturday hours will remain at 8:00 am-6:00 pm and 10:00 am-5:00 pm respectively. The number of people studying/staying in the library will be limited to 15 patrons (staff not included). Only one household per table will be permitted. The library is open to Booth UC and CFOT students and staff and not open to the public at this time.

All Student Services supports will continue to be provided virtually.

Residence will continue to interact within cohorts. No socializing between cohorts will be allowed at this time.

The Crisis Management Team continues to monitor the situation and will review as provincial regulations change.

November 12, 2020

Due to the announcement by Manitoba Public Health this week, the following directives are in place for the duration of Response Level Red.

All employees (faculty and staff) except those in the departments listed below (essential services) are strongly encouraged to work from home during Level Red. Employees are to notify their supervisor about how this affects their schedule. At this time, the following departments will remain working from campus during regular working hours Monday – Friday:
– Facilities
– Hospitality
– Student Services
– Front Desk (Waldron Building)
– Library
– Financial Services (limited days)

All business meetings will be held virtually.

All on-campus classes will continue to be delivered virtually. Any scheduled face-to-face meetings will be cancelled.

Library hours will be reduced, evening hours will be eliminated; exact hours to be posted on the library website.

All Student Services supports will continue to be provided virtually.

Residence will continue to interact within cohorts. As per provincial directives in regard to households, no socializing outside of residence or between cohorts will be allowed at this time.

The Crisis Management Team continues to monitor the situation and will review as provincial regulations change.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

October 30, 2020

In light of the announcement made by Manitoba Public Health this afternoon, the following will be effective immediately:

All employees (faculty and staff) except those in the departments listed below (essential services) are encouraged to work from home during Pandemic Response Level Red. Employees must speak with their supervisor regarding how this affects their schedule. At this time, the following departments will remain working from campus during regular working hours Monday – Friday:
– Facilities
– Hospitality
– Student Services
– Front Desk (Waldron Building)
– Library
– Financial Services (limited days)

All employees are encouraged to hold business meetings virtually.

All on-campus classes will continue to be delivered virtually. Any scheduled face to face meetings will be cancelled.

All Student Services supports will continue to be provided virtually.

There have been no changes to residence restrictions at this time.

The Crisis Management Team continues to monitor the situation and will review as Manitoba Public Health officials provide updates.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

October 14, 2020

We have now entered Phase 4 of the re-opening plan, organizing and planning for the Winter term.

All employees and students are required to wear a face mask in all common and/or shared spaces. This means anywhere outside of offices/classrooms/meeting rooms. Masks may be removed in offices/classrooms/meeting rooms where social distancing guidelines are being maintained.

The following requirements are now in place:

Training workshop for all employees and students
Rotating work schedules
An ample supply of recommended PPE available
Cleaning and Sanitizing supplies available for use
Fixed property distancing equipment/signs installed (floor markers, signs, plexiglass shields, sanitizing stations, touchless garbage cans)

Booth UC will be closed to the public for the winter term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth related reason.

Anyone coming to campus (staff, faculty, students and visitors) will be required to complete a self-screening declaration before entering and must adhere to social distancing guidelines posted throughout campus.

Commuting students should only be on campus if they have a scheduled class, appointment, or are accessing the library.

All employees and students must abstain from stigmatizing others. Stigma hurts everyone by creating more fear or anger instead of focusing on the disease. Stigma can also make people more likely to hide symptoms or illness and keep them from seeking healthcare. Stigma can make it more difficult to control the spread of an outbreak. This includes passing judgment on individuals becoming ill, staying home, seeking testing, and returning to campus following an illness.

ACADEMIC

Fall Term Exams/Winter Term Delivery

All fall term exams will be virtual. Students requiring accommodations should contact Accessibility Services.
The winter term will be delivered virtually in the time slots assigned. All courses which would normally be instructed face to face will be delivered virtually. Some instructors may also provide in-class delivery following all government directives regarding social distancing and maximum number of students allowed, and will inform their classes.
For students that may not be in Winnipeg or cannot come to campus, the virtual option will be available for all courses.
Faculty office hours will be virtual only.
The Field Education Coordinator has been securing placements and working with agencies to ensure student safety.

Library

The library is open to Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers.
All persons entering the Library much swipe the fob at the entrance for tracking purposes.
Social distancing will be maintained.
Library computers will be separated throughout the library, to allow the recommended 6 feet distancing guideline.

School for Continuing Studies

Booth UC has increased the number of online courses through the School for Continuing Studies to give students more options. These are fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Commuter Students

The following system is now in place to ensure that students are safe to come to campus and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- Commuter students who wish to come to campus will be required to use their fob to access campus buildings (ie. Waldron Bldg, Peterson Hall, Library).
- By fobbing, the student is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to campus. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

Residence

All residence students must complete the MB self-screening tool prior to leaving their floor. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
All four floors will continue to be utilized. Students access to floors other than their own will be determined by the MB Provincial Response Level at any given time. No visitors are allowed.
The residence community kitchen will be closed, and the Bistro will provide 2 meals 7 days/week. The Bistro will provide weekend meals with no additional cost to the food plan.
Students traveling outside the province of MB for Christmas break or anytime during the winter term will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks upon their return and attend all their classes virtually during the quarantine period.
Students will be permitted to remain in residence over Christmas and charged at the regular room rate. Meal provision will be determined once a definite number of students living in residence over the Christmas Break is known.
Each residence student will be provided one reusable face mask at no cost.
Shared spaces will be managed using the practice of social bubbles or cohorts within their floor group.

International Students

International students arriving to study at Booth UC for the winter term must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan that has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada. It is imperative that all incoming international students follow the guidance of our safe arrival protocols carefully.

Supports

New Student Orientation will be conducted through an on-line course in Populi in January.
Student programming and events will be done virtually.
The Academic Learning Centre will continue to run virtually, including appointments and workshops.
Virtual ‘drop-in’ times have been set up to encourage student interaction with Student Services staff, as well as interaction with other students. This includes a ‘Virtual Front Desk’ and ‘Hallway Chatter’ sessions set up through zoom.
Personal/Mental Health supports will be provided virtually where possible. Students are encouraged to use the My Student Support Program app to access counselling services virtually.
Booth UC Community gatherings will continue through pre-recorded video and audio reflections posted through the Booth UC YouTube channel and shared via social media.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro is now open for pickup. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighboring colleagues will continue to be available.
Employees will have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pickup.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the winter term.

FACILITIES

The following system is in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
- By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
Plexiglass shields have been installed, where needed, to allow work to continue where distancing may be difficult.
Hand sanitizing stations have been placed at the main entrance and strategic locations throughout the institution.
Disinfecting / Cleaning of the facilities have been increased.
Common spaces remain closed.
Signage has been provided to direct students and employees to endure provincial directives on social distancing are met.
Booth UC has installed MERV 13 filters in our ventilation system.
Classrooms/meeting rooms for any in-person classes/meetings are set up to accommodate social distancing guidelines. Chairs and tables must NOT be moved without permission. Please contact facilities if you require a different setup.

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website, post to social media and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

September 1, 2020

On September 8, 2020, Booth UC will enter Phase 3 of the re-opening plan as students return to campus virtually and/or in person.

As of September 1, 2020, all employees and students are required to wear a face mask in all common and/or shared spaces. This means anywhere outside of offices/classrooms/meeting rooms. Masks may be removed in offices/classrooms/meeting rooms where social distancing guidelines are being maintained.

The following re-opening requirements are now in place:

Training workshop for all employees and students
A staggered return-to-campus schedule
Rotating work schedules
An ample supply of recommended PPE available
Cleaning and Sanitizing supplies available for use
Fixed property distancing equipment/signs installed (Floor markers, signs, Plexiglass shields, sanitizing stations, touchless garbage cans)

Booth UC will be closed to the public for the fall term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth related reason.

Commuting students should only be on campus if they have a scheduled class, appointment, or are accessing the library.

ACADEMIC

Fall Term Delivery

The Fall term will be delivered virtually in the time slots assigned. All courses which would normally be instructed face to face will be delivered virtually. Some instructors may also provide in class delivery following all government directives regarding social distancing and maximum number of students allowed. Students are advised to contact their instructors to enquire whether an in-class option is available.
For students that may not be in Winnipeg or cannot come to campus, the virtual option will be available for all courses.
Faculty office hours will be virtual only.
Plans for Field Education and practicum placements are being developed. The Field Education Coordinator has been securing placements and working with agencies to ensure student safety.

Library

The library is open to Booth UC students, including cadets, Booth UC employees, including sessional faculty and CFOT Officers.
All persons entering the Library much swipe the fob at the entrance for tracking purposes.
Social distancing will be maintained.
Library computers will be separated throughout the library, to allow the recommended 6 feet distancing guideline.

School for Continuing Studies

Booth UC has increased the number of online courses through the School for Continuing Studies to give students more options. These are fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Commuter Students

The following system is now in place to ensure that students are safe to come to campus and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- Commuter students who wish to come to campus will be required to use their fob to access campus buildings (ie. Waldron Bldg, Peterson Hall, Library).
- By fobbing, the student is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to campus. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

Residence

All residence students must complete the MB self-screening tool prior to leaving their floor. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
Only Booth University College students will be permitted to live in residence. All four floors may be utilized. Students may only access the floor on which they live. No visitors are allowed.
The residence community kitchen will be closed, and the Bistro will provide 2 meals 7 days/week. The Bistro will provide weekend meals with no additional cost to the food plan.
Students coming from out of province will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks and attend all their classes virtually during the quarantine period. Residence will be open after August 20^th for students who wish to move to campus and quarantine two weeks before classes start, students will not be charged room fees for early move-in, although they will be charged for the cost of Bistro meals provided during quarantine. Arriving students must arrange their own transportation to campus, wear a mask at all times and not be in contact with anyone en-route. Arrival plans must be communicated to the Student Services Coordinator in advance of arrival.
International students must adhere to the Booth UC Safe Arrival Plan.
Each residence student will be provided one reusable face mask at no cost.
Shared spaces will be managed using the practice of social bubbles or cohorts within their floor group.
Students traveling outside the province of MB during the fall semester, will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks upon their return.

International Students

A plan has been put into place in accordance with the directives from the federal government for international students coming to Canada.
It is imperative that all incoming international students follow the guidance of our safe arrival protocols carefully. Canadian Border Services will ask you to present your quarantine plan at the border and this document guides you through the process.
Safe Arrival Protocols for International Students

Supports

New Student Orientation will be conducted through an on-line course in Populi, which will be available between Sept 1-22.
Student programming and events will be done virtually.
Welcome Week activities planned to take place virtually.
The Academic Learning Centre will continue to run virtually, including appointments and workshops.
A ‘Virtual Front Desk’ link has been added in Populi for students to initiate zoom meetings with the Student Services Information Desk.
Personal/Mental Health supports will be provided virtually where possible. Students are encouraged to use the My Student Support Program app to access counselling services virtually.
Booth UC Community gatherings will continue virtually.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro is now open for pickup. Delivery within the Waldron building, to 290 Vaughan and neighboring colleagues will be available September 8, 2020.
Employees will have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Fall term.

FACILITIES

The following system is now in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
- By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
Plexiglass shields have been installed, where needed, to allow work to continue where distancing may be difficult.
Hand sanitizing stations have been placed at the main entrance and strategic locations throughout the institution.
Disinfecting / Cleaning of the facilities have been increased.
Common spaces will be closed.
Signage has been provided to direct students and employees to endure provincial directives on social distancing are met.
Booth UC will be installing MERV 13 filters in our ventilation system.
Classrooms/meeting rooms for any in-person classes/meetings are set up to accommodate social distancing guidelines. Chairs and tables must NOT be moved without permission. Please contact facilities if you require a different setup (maintaining the room maximums).
Room maximums are:
- Meeting Room 106 – 4 people
  - Boardroom 228 – 6 people
  - PH1 – 6 students
  - PH2 – 14 students
  - Classroom B – 10 students
  - Classroom C – 10 students
  - Classroom D – 25 Students
  - Chapel – 35 People

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

July 15, 2020

Booth UC has now entered Phase 2 of the re-opening plan effective August 4, 2020, which allows employees to start preparing for the return of students for the academic year.

The following re-opening requirements are now in place:

Training workshop for all employees and students
A staggered return-to-campus schedule
Rotating work schedules
An ample supply of recommended PPE available
Cleaning and Sanitizing supplies available for use
Fixed property distancing equipment/signs installed (Floor markers, signs, Plexiglass shields, sanitizing stations, touchless garbage cans)

Booth UC will be closed to the public for the fall term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth related reason.

The Fall term will be delivered virtually in the time slots assigned. All courses which would normally be instructed face to face will be delivered virtually. Some instructors may also provide in class delivery following all government directives regarding social distancing and maximum number of students allowed. Students are advised to contact their instructors to enquire whether an in-class option is available.
For students that may not be in Winnipeg or cannot come to campus, the virtual option will be available for all courses.
Faculty office hours will be virtual only.
Plans for Field Education and practicum placements are being developed. The Field Education Coordinator has been securing placements and working with agencies to ensure student safety.

Library

The Booth UC library is open to students only, while maintaining social distancing.

School for Continuing Studies

Booth UC has increased the number of online courses through the School for Continuing Studies to give students more options. These are fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Commuter Students

The following system is now in place to ensure that students are safe to come to campus and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- Commuter students who wish to come to campus will be required to use their fob to access campus buildings (ie. Waldron Bldg, Peterson Hall, Library).
- By fobbing, the student is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to campus. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/

Residence

All residence students must complete the MB self-screening tool prior to leaving their floor. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
Only Booth University College students will be permitted to live in residence. All four floors may be utilized. Students may only access the floor on which they live. No visitors are allowed.
The residence community kitchen will be closed, and the Bistro will provide 2 meals 7 days/week. The Bistro will provide weekend meals with no additional cost to the food plan.
Students coming from out of province will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks and attend all their classes virtually during the quarantine period. Residence will be open after August 20^th for students who wish to move to campus and quarantine two weeks before classes start, students will not be charged room fees for early move-in, although they will be charged for the cost of Bistro meals provided during quarantine.
Each residence student will be provided one reusable face mask at no cost.
Shared spaces will be managed using the practice of social bubbles within their floor group.
Students traveling outside the province of MB during the fall semester, will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks upon their return.

Supports

New Student Orientation will be conducted through an on-line course in Populi, which will be available between Sept 1-22.
Welcome Week activities are still being planned and may include a number of virtual and in-person, while maintaining social distancing.
The Academic Learning Centre will continue to run virtually, including workshops.
Student programming and events will be done virtually.
A ‘Virtual Front Desk’ link has been added in Populi for students to initiate zoom meetings with the Student Services Information Desk.
Personal/Mental Health supports will be provided virtually where possible. Some in person meetings may be requested by appointment may be provided while maintaining social distancing guidelines.
Booth UC Community gatherings will continue virtually.

HOSPITALITY

The Bistro will re-open for pick up or delivery only, to serve residence students, commuter students, and employees.
Employees will have the options of having a declining balance within the Bistro or paying over the phone by credit card as well as paying at the till at pick up.
The Bistro will also provide pick up or delivery to our neighboring colleagues.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups during the Fall term.

FACILITIES

The following system is now in place to ensure that employees are safe to come to work and to track who is on campus each day for the purpose of contact tracing in the event of an outbreak.
- All employees are required to fob in each day when they arrive on campus
- By fobbing, the employee is declaring they have completed the MB self-screening tool and are safe to come to work. https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/
Plexiglass shields have been installed, where needed, to allow work to continue where distancing may be difficult.
Hand sanitizing stations have been placed at the main entrance and strategic locations throughout the institution.
Disinfecting / Cleaning of the facilities have been increased.
Common spaces will be closed.
Signage has been provided to direct students and employees to endure provincial directives on social distancing are met.

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

July 15, 2020

Booth UC has created a re-opening plan effective July 6, 2020, which allows employees to return to campus gradually with the following safety protocols in place.

Training workshop for all employees and students
A staggered return-to-campus schedule
Rotating work schedules
An ample supply of recommended PPE available
Cleaning and Sanitizing supplies available for use
Fixed property distancing equipment/signs installed (Floor markers, signs, Plexiglass shields, sanitizing stations, touchless garbage cans)

Booth UC will be closed to the public for the fall term, except by appointment with a specific individual or department for a Booth UC related reason.

ACADEMICS

Fall Term Delivery

The fall term will be delivered virtually in the time slots assigned. Instructors will choose how that time is used; however, instructors may, given social restrictions in place in September, opt to have limited face-to-face classes (number of students and room availability to be determined).
Even if an instructor opts for some face-to face meetings, all classes will be delivered virtually as well for students that may not be in Winnipeg or who cannot come to campus. Instructors will be responsible for communication with students.
Faculty office hours will be virtual only.
Plans for Field Education and practicum placements are being developed. The Field Education Coordinator has been securing placements and working with agencies to ensure student safety.

LIBRARY

Open library in August to Booth UC students only, while maintaining social distancing.

SCHOOL FOR CONTINUING STUDIES

Booth UC has increased the number of online courses through the School for Continuing Studies to give students more options. These are fully online, asynchronous courses.

STUDENT SERVICES

Residence

Booth University College will be allowing students in residence. All four floors may be utilized.
The community kitchen will be closed, and the Bistro will provide 2 meals 7 days/week. The Bistro will provide weekend meals with no additional cost to the food plan.
Students coming from out of province will be required to self-quarantine for two weeks and attend all their classes virtually.
Shared spaces will be managed using bubble theory.
Residence deposits are refundable till August 1, 2020.
Students travelling outside the province of MB during the fall term, will be required to follow the provincial governments directives upon their return.

Supports

New Student Orientation will be conducted through an on-line course in Populi.
Welcome Week activities are still being planned and may include a number of virtual and in-person, while maintaining social distancing.
The Academic Learning Centre will continue to run virtually, including workshops.
Student programming and events will be done virtually.
Personal/Mental Health supports will be provided virtually where possible. Some one-on-one may be provided while maintaining social distancing guidelines.
Booth UC Community gatherings will continue virtually.

HOSPITALITY

Bistro will re-open for takeout or delivery only, to serve residence students, commuter students, and employees.
Booth University College will not be accepting any outside rental groups over the Fall term.

FACILITIES

Plexiglass shields have been installed, where needed, to allow work to continue where distancing may be difficult.
Hand sanitizing stations have been placed at the main entrance and strategic locations throughout the institution.
Disinfecting / Cleaning of the facilities have been increased.
Common spaces will be closed.
Signage has been provided to direct students and employees to endure provincial directives on social distancing are met.

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

June 1, 2020

FALL 2020 COURSE DELIVERY

With news of provincial reopening, many in the Booth University College community are wondering about what the Fall term will look like. Our top priorities are the health and safety of all members of the Booth UC community and providing the highest quality education for our students. All of the decisions we have made are in line with federal and provincial public health advice and restrictions and recognize that conditions could change.

The Fall 2020 term will be virtual with limited in-person delivery (at the instructors’ discretion, at the student’s choice, and as size and space allow) to ensure that students and professors are engaging in real-time. One of the most important advantages of a Booth University College education is our students’ connection with faculty. That will continue to be true in these temporary times.

Classes scheduled in a particular slot will be expected to meet in that assigned time slot. Faculty are working now on developing quality, flexible courses. This, along with the experience faculty had at the end of the Winter 2020 term, will make a shift (if necessary) to a completely online delivery easier. Booth UC has been, and will continue to be, mindful of the recommended guidelines for physical distancing on campus: classrooms will be reconfigured to allow for the advised 6 feet distance between participants; floor layouts will be reconfigured to address traffic flow; common spaces will be closed to limit congregating; high contact areas, such as doorknobs and handrails, will be cleaned frequently.

Booth UC has also increased the number of online courses through our School of Continuing Studies to give students more options. These are fully online, asynchronous courses.

Plans for Field Education and practicum placements are moving forward for a September 2020 start date. Our Field Education Coordinator has been at work to secure placements and is working with agencies to ensure their capacity for student placements, student safety, and possible contingency plans if the need arises. If restrictions are reintroduced later in Fall, some agencies may not be able to support students and alternate arrangements would have to be made.

Booth UC will also be investing in technology to increase our capacity to deliver virtual classes and meetings. Booth UC has also increased student financial aid for Fall 2020.

We recognize that this email does not answer every question, and more details will be forthcoming. All the departments at Booth UC – Academics, Library, Student Services, Facilities, Hospitality – are working to prepare a comprehensive campus safety plan to protect the faculty, staff, and students who will be on campus in the Fall term, including residences space, food services. We will have more details on July 15, 2020.

We thank you for your continued patience as we navigate these unusual times. Any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

May 1, 2020

Booth University College continues to support the health and safety of all Students, Faculty, and Staff as we work in partnership with public health officials with regards to COVID-19. The Crisis Management Team continues to meet regularly.

We have been working diligently to respond to this constantly changing situation.

At this time, Booth UC will remain closed to non-essential personnel. As the province begins to re-open, we look forward to the provincial government’s statement on post-secondary education in the coming weeks.

MOVING FORWARD

Cabinet, supported by the Crisis Management Team, is in the process of developing models for the institution, to assist in moving forward over the next number of months. These models are dependant on how COVID-19 and the public health guidelines continue to unfold.

ACADEMICS

Please note that phone calls to Booth UC staff and faculty may take longer than usual to be returned due to the campus closure. E-MAIL IS THE BEST FORM OF COMMUNICATION AT THIS TIME.

Payments for courses can be made by cheque through the mail, or by credit card over the phone. Please phone 204-947-6701 and Sherilyn Burke will be able to process all payments.

All spring and summer courses will be delivered online, including those courses previously intended to be delivered as intensives. Spring Online courses will begin on May 4, 2020.

RESIDENCE

Student Services staff will continue to provide support to all remaining students through virtual meetings, phone, or electronic communication. In-person support is available for crisis situations. Student support will continue over the summer months. Student Services staff continue to meet regularly with remaining residential students to provide policy and procedure updates to support their safety.

COMMUNITY CARE

The Employee Care Committee along with Student Services will continue working to provide community care to employees and students.

The Financial Awards Committee in partnership with Student Council launched its short-term emergency benefit for students who may need immediate assistance for the purchase of groceries. Further information on how to apply, can be found on Populi.

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever-changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

RESOURCES/SOURCES

World Health Organization:

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

Public Health Agency of Canada:

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

Manitoba Health

https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/coronavirus/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/index.html

Health Links – please call 204-788-8200 or toll-free 1-888-315-9257

April 14, 2020

Booth UC continues to support the health and safety of all Students, Faculty and Staff as we work in partnership with public health officials with regards to COVID-19. The Crisis Management Team continues to meet regularly.

We have been working diligently to respond to this constantly changing situation.

In accordance with the extended Manitoba Public Health order, only the following essential services will be provided at Booth UC until April 28, 2020:

Facilities staff remain on campus to provide oversite to the building systems, cleaning, and security
At this time, the John Fairbank Memorial Library remains open, with rotating staff, throughout the Spring term, providing online assistance only. Students will NOT be permitted physical access to the library, for either material access or study space.
Student Service staff continue to connect with students by virtual means, providing a physical presence only when necessary.
Booth Bistro staff continue to rotate work hours to provide take-out meals for residence students. Residence students are reminded to practice safe social distancing in all circumstances.

The Front Desk remains closed. Payments for courses can be made by cheque through the mail, or by credit card over the phone at 204-947-6701.

ACADEMICS

Please note that phone calls to Booth University College staff and faculty may take longer than usual to be returned due to the campus closure. Email is the best form of communication at this time.

All spring and summer courses will be delivered online, including those courses previously intended to be delivered as intensives. The School for Continuing Studies will contact students impacted by these changes directly. Spring Online courses will run as normal, starting May 4, 2020

As a reminder, please note that April 2020 Convocation is cancelled.

RESIDENCE

Student Services staff will continue to provide support to all remaining students through virtual meetings, phone or electronic communication. In-person support is available for crisis situations. Student support will continue over the summer months. Student Services staff continue to meet regularly with remaining residential students to provide policy and procedure updates to support their safety.

Meals continue to be provided by the Bistro on a take-out basis only. The Bistro dining area is closed for resident student use.

COMMUNITY CARE

The Employee Care Committee along with Student Services will continue working to provide community care to employees and students.

The Financial Awards Committee in partnership with Student Council will be announcing a short-term emergency benefit for students who may need immediate assistance for the purchase of groceries. The terms of this benefit and application process will be announced by Student Services over the next couple of days.

COMMUNICATION

We will update the BoothUC.ca website and send bulletins to the Booth UC Community as new information and initiatives are available.

Understanding the situation is ever changing, any general questions not addressed here can be directed to communications@boothuc.ca.

We recognize that these are difficult times and may be stressful. We encourage you to practice self-care. Students can use the MySSP App for support and Employees can access EAP services. Booth UC’s Spiritual Formation Coordinator, Tim Plett is available for additional support. Please contact him via email at tim_plett@boothuc.ca or call 1-204-232-4574.

RESOURCES/SOURCES

World Health Organization:

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

Public Health Agency of Canada:

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

Manitoba Health

https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/coronavirus/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/index.html

Health Links – please call 204-788-8200 or toll-free 1-888-315-9257