Non-medical masks required in public indoor spaces on UBC campuses from August 25

24 August, 2021

As a result of a Public Health Order, effective August 25, 2021, non-medical masks are required for all indoor public areas at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, elevators, classrooms and labs. The Order also applies to anyone taking public transportation, in a taxi or ride-sharing vehicle. You can view the announcement here. 

There is also an additional announcement specific to post secondary institutions.

UBC Okanagan is subject to additional health measures which have been in place since July 28, 2021. Find out more: https://ok.ubc.ca/covid19/aug-6-2021-covid-19-restrictions-expanded-in-central-okanagan/.

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