Ministry Return to Campus Primer
Communicable Disease Plan
FAQ's
As a result of the increasing number of Covid-19 cases, NVIT is implementing the following Covid-19 safety protocols:
• NVIT classes will start on January 10th as originally scheduled.
• Where possible, faculty have been encouraged to move to an online format.
• Some programs/classes will remain face to face with in person instruction on campus.
• Faculty have been asked to reach out to their students regarding their upcoming classes.
• Students will be expected to follow enhanced safety protocols when visiting the campus.
• Student support services are available both virtually and in person.
• NVIT campuses will be closed to all visitors.
It is expected these Covid safety measures will remain in place until at least January 24th, 2022.
WHAT WILL THE Fall SEMESTER LOOK LIKE?
Based on the COVID-19 Return to Campus Primer NVIT is preparing for a full return to on-campus teaching and learning in September 2021 at our campuses in Merritt and Burnaby. Face-to-face learning with our First Nation community partners throughout the province will be on a case-by-case basis as Indigenous learners and First Nations communities might continue to take increased safety measures during the pandemic.
Core measures that are expected to remain in place for September, until otherwise determined by the Provincial Health Officer, include:
• Completing a daily COVID-19 self-assessment and not attending campus when ill;
• Following handwashing and hygiene protocols;
• Maintaining up-to-date campus COVID-19 Safety Plans;
• Continuing daily cleaning protocols in all indoor settings and on high tough surfaces; and
• Requiring non-medical masks in indoor common areas depending on the rate of COVID-19 transmission.
Classroom Logistics
The Provincial Health Officer has indicated that there are no limits on the number of participants for in-class educational activities. Fall classes will be scheduled without physical distancing requirements (e.g. a classroom with 30 seats will be scheduled with 30 students; our lecture theatre with 140 seats can be scheduled with 140 students).
Student Supports
• NVIT has established accommodation mechanisms to ensure that students who cannot physically be on campus (e.g., they are ill, adhering to quarantine rules, self-isolating, attending a vaccine appointment, etc.) are not significantly disadvantaged in their educational pursuits.
• Student Housing and Daycare are available to students and both facilities can accommodate 100% full occupancy.
While NVIT focuses on delivering a quality learning experience, the safety and well-being of our learners, employees, and communities we serve remains our priority. The COVID19 pandemic has impacted us in many ways, causing anxiety and
NVIT would like to acknowledge and thank the NVIT family for adapting to the changes and we wish you all a safe summer and look forward to connecting face-to-face in the Fall semester .
NVIT will be implementing the following COVID protocols effective Wednesday January 27th, 2021
In response to today’s announcement from Dr. Bonnie Henry regarding the Emergency Public Health Orders that are being implemented across the province, NVIT Merritt will be moving all classes online. Students are encouraged to limit their time on the campus. The NVIT Merritt Learning Commons and Success Center will remain open to support students. Mask wearing is now mandatory while on campus.
We hope that all our students, faculty and staff stay safe!
Should you need assistance please contact 1-877-682-3300.
In response to today’s announcement from Dr. Bonnie Henry regarding the Public Health Orders that are being implemented in Fraser Health and Coastal Health for the next two weeks, NVIT Burnaby will be moving all classes online. Students are asked not to attend the campus in person.
NVIT will continue to monitor the number of Covid 19 cases and will reevaluate and make a determination on the remainder of the fall semester during the week of November 16th.
In light of the current COVID-19 environment, NVIT is suspending admission processing for new international learners for the 2021/22 academic year. Current NVIT international learners may continue studies at NVIT so long as academic and IRCC requirements are satisfied.