Dalhousie is committed to the health and safety of everyone who works, studies, and lives at our university.
Our COVID safety plans are informed by input from our COVID-19 Science Advisory Council, which includes several of Dalhousie’s leading experts in disease research and epidemiology.
Latest news
- Important update for students travelling from the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong or Macao, January 3: Canada announces temporary negative COVID-19 test requirement
- Winter term update, Nov. 30: Mask requirement continues in classes
Stay home when you're sick
If you feel unwell, don't come to campus — and seek out testing. Learn what to do if you are sick.
Get vaccinated and boosted
Protect yourself and others by staying current with recommended shots as they are made available to you.
Wear your mask
Masks are required in classrooms, labs, exams and other instructional spaces and are strongly recommended in crowded indoor spaces. Learn more about masks.
Practice proper hygiene
Wash your hands regularly and make use of campus hand sanitizer.
Respect people’s space
Keep your distance when possible or requested — and stay safe by wearing your mask in gathering spaces.
Be a good neighbour
Respect our shared community, on campus and off, by following rules and recommendations.
Dalhousie contact information
| Health-related inquiries |
Travel-related inquiries | |
| Dalhousie students | Student Health and Wellness 902-494-2171 (Halifax) 902-893-6369 (Truro) |
International Centre 902-494-1566 (Halifax) 902-893-6672 (Truro) international.centre@dal.ca |
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| Dalhousie faculty and staff |
For information about COVID-19, visit novascotia.ca/coronvirus or Employee Family and Assistance program 1-800-387-4765 |
Human Resources |
- Campus ventilation
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A continued focus on ventilation and air quality helps prevent the transmission of airborne diseases. Dal’s Facilities and Environmental Health & Safety teams have reviewed ventilation in every learning space (600+), along with research and office spaces across campus, guided by current engineering best practice as well as with COVID-19 guidance from specific ventilation and facilities groups such as ASHRAE and APPA and REHVA. Read more on Dal News.