UNBSRC and UNBSU Response to Mandatory Vaccination
Friday, August 20th, 2021
Today the University of New Brunswick announced the implementation of mandatory vaccinations and testing on both Saint John and Fredericton campuses. All students, faculty, and staff will be required to have two (2) doses of a Canadian approved vaccine, or participate in regular COVID-19 testing when returning to campus this Fall. The UNB Students’ Representative Council (Saint John) and UNB Student Union (Fredericton) are both in support of this mandate, as long as the process is fair and equitable for all students. Vaccines are a safe and effective way to ensure our community is protected against COVID-19.
UNB has released a survey to gauge the status of vaccination for students, faculty, and staff. We encourage students to fill out the survey to provide UNB with accurate information to guide the decision making. Please check your UNB email for the link to the survey.
Both the UNBSRC and UNBSU are encouraging students who can get vaccinated to do so as soon as possible. For students who are looking to receive a vaccination or for more information about the safety of vaccines, please visit the Government of Canada website here.
Further, both student representative unions are working with the university to ensure that students will have all the information they need as quickly as possible. We understand there may be a lot of confusion and questions in regards to the mandatory vaccination announcement. Students are encouraged to contact president@unb.ca with any questions.
The UNBSRC and UNBSU want to sincerely thank all students for continuing to do their part during the pandemic. This transition to a ‘new normal’ is ever changing and your willingness to adapt has been truly appreciated.
Charlotte Fanjoy Kordell Walsh
UNBSRC President UNBSU President
president@unbsrc.ca president@unbsu.ca