PWIAS COVID-19 FAQ

Updated: March 1, 2022

COVID-19 response

As UBC continues to navigate the situation regarding COVID-19 and to take direction from the BC Provincial Government, we encourage you to visit https://covid19.ubc.ca/ for the latest updates regarding COVID-19 and UBC’s response.

FAQ

Is PWIAS open?
The Institute’s programs are critical in bridging the activities of many faculties and departments across UBC. As the University plans for a resumption of on-campus activities, PWIAS is planning a gradual re-opening of the PWIAS facilities. We will also be evaluating and planning for the future.

PWIAS is currently open with restricted access to the Institute’s Wall Scholars and Staff and invited visitors. PWIAS staff and faculty are working a partly remote schedule.

The PWIAS office remains closed to the public at this time.

Are people required to wear masks at the Institute?

Masks must be worn in shared indoor spaces.

What safety measures are in place?

UBC Campus Rules: PWIAS faculty, staff and invited visitors must adhere to the UBC Campus Rules.

Daily health self-assessments: A daily self-health assessment is required before attending PWIAS.

Stay home if you are sick: If you feel sick stay home use the Thrive Health self-assessment tool for guidance. Follow the advice from Public Health.

Signage: Please follow all signage in the building and adhere to staff directions.

International Travel: Anyone who has travelled internationally may only return to UBC Premises after complying with all Canadian border entry and quarantine and testing requirements, in force at the time of entry. Additional information is available here.

Does PWIAS have a Safety plan?

UBC COVID-19 Safety Plans are applicable UBC-wide. The following UBC Safety Plans apply to PWIAS at this time:

• Office and Administrative areas
• Workshops and research labs

If you have questions about PWIAS Safety Plans please contact: info@pwias.ubc.ca