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Know that the health and safety of faculty, staff, students and the community, are paramount. CBU encourages vaccination as a measure to protect our campus community. Mask usage and social distancing are also recommended whenever possible. We will continue to make science-backed decisions and take direction and guidance from Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Robert Strang.
Below you will find information related to the Vaccination, Testing and Mask Policy at Cape Breton University. You will also find a list of frequently asked questions, as well as our official announcement messages, at the bottom of this page. If you have additional questions, please contact covidquestions@cbu.ca
Vaccination Requirement
Additional Measures
We continue to encourage everyone to adopt best health practices such as washing your hands and staying home if you are sick.
These FAQs were last updated on Thursday, March 10, 2022.
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To book an appointment online and receive your vaccine at a pharmacy, visit: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/book-your-vaccination-appointment/ Please note: you must have a Nova Scotia Health Card Number (MSI) to book an appointment online.
To book an appointment over the phone, call 1-833-797-7772 between the hours of 7:00am and 10:00pm daily.
Yes, we encourage you to book an appointment with the Max Bell Health and Counselling Centre. These healthcare professionals will be happy to discuss any questions or concerns you have related to the vaccine process. To book an appointment, please email healthservices@cbu.ca or call 902-563-1359
Please contact your manager and work with Human Resources to find a solution. Please do not come to campus if you are sick.
CBU will continue to enforce the use of masks on campus until further notice. Masks can only be removed when seated and actively eating or drinking.
Please reach out to covidquestions@cbu.ca and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
To the University community,
As we near the start of a new academic year, I know many are excited and also wondering what to expect while on campus as it relates to protecting the community from COVID-19. On August 23, 2021, the Nova Scotia Government indicated that the Province will move to Phase 5 of its Reopening Plan by mid-September, or sooner, if 75 per cent of Nova Scotians are fully vaccinated before then. At that time, CBU will also move to Level 5 of its Return to Campus Plan with some additional measures outlined here. An update of the Return to Campus Plan will be uploaded to MyCBU and cbu.ca in the coming days.
Cape Breton University is part of a post-secondary sector wide approach to the return to in-person teaching for Fall 2021. This response is endorsed by public health officials. In addition to following the provincial guidelines for our sector, CBU will implement the following additional measures to protect our students, staff and faculty:
We continue to encourage everyone to adopt best health practices such as washing your hands and staying home if you are sick.
Testing and Vaccinations on Campus
Testing will be available on campus seven days a week for as long as required starting September 4, 2021. Vaccinations will be available on campus from September 7-10, 2021, and then every Tuesday starting September 14, 2021, for as long as required. The Max Bell Health & Counselling Centre will continue to coordinate with the Students’ Union to support students who require vaccination off-campus.
As always, the Return to Campus Committee will continue to monitor the effectiveness of our health and safety practices and the epidemiology that influences our University and Island community.
I am thrilled that we will have employees and students back on campus in a couple of weeks. The health and safety of our community has always been our priority and will continue to be as we enjoy a new academic year.
Yours very truly,
David C. Dingwall
President & Vice-Chancellor
Cape Breton University
To the Campus Community,
Know that the health and safety of the CBU community are paramount and we are in good shape for a safe and full return. We will continue to make science-backed decisions and take direction and guidance from Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Robert Strang.
Today, I am writing to make you aware of CBU’s official Testing and Vaccination Policy. This policy provides direction on the conditions under which individuals will be permitted on Cape Breton University’s campus during the Fall/Winter 2021-22 term unless otherwise noted. Policy highlights include:
We have officially partnered with AppArmor for the purpose of a proof of vaccination portal. In the coming days you will get more information on how to access this portal and how to submit your proof of vaccination or request an exemption.
Please take the time to read and understand the policy in full before coming to campus.
Additionally, in accordance with Level Four of the Return to Campus Plan, effective immediately:
Rapid testing will be available on campus seven days a week, for as long as required, starting September 4, 2021. Vaccinations will be available on campus from September 7-10, 2021, and then every Tuesday starting September 14, 2021, for as long as required. The Max Bell Health & Counselling Centre will continue to coordinate with the Students’ Union to support students who require vaccination off-campus. More details including time and location will be provided in the days to come.
If you have any questions, please send them to covidquestions@cbu.ca.
As always, remember to be kind and protect each other by adhering to public health measures. We are in this together.
David C. Dingwall
President and Vice-Chancellor