College campuses in Welland, Niagara-on-the-Lake extend mask mandates

Much like the Brock University extended mask mandate, the Niagara College campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake have extended theirs until the end of May.

The college has also left the door open for it to be extended beyond that. “Amid a recent surge in infections in the sixth wave of COVID in Ontario, Niagara College will extend a revised masking policy through the month of May and until further notice.”

However, the college will let their vaccination policy lapse this Saturday, though they continue to encourage students to get the jab.

“As previously announced, the College’s mandatory vaccination policy will expire as of April 23. COVID vaccines have proven effective in reducing the transmission and severity of the COVID-19 virus, and while it will no longer be mandatory, all members of the college community are encouraged to protect themselves and others by getting a COVID-19 vaccine,” the college announced.

As well, they will continue to allow three-layer cloth masks be sufficient. “All those entering a Niagara College building are required to wear a medical-grade or a three-ply cloth mask while indoors. While medical masks are encouraged, the branded 3-ply masks provided to students and employees meet the updated requirements.”