COVID-19 (novel Coronavirus) Information

What's open and closed
- Campuses are still closed to the public. Please see our new campus access guidelines.
- The public is asked to phone the college (1 800 661 6490) for assistance rather than visit our campuses. See our department contact list.
- Campus libraries have re-opened to 15% of their capacity. Students may now work and study in the libraries. See below for more details.
- Cafeteria dining areas are open but with capacity limits and contact information is required.
- The Vermilion campus weight room has re-opened with conditions. Gyms on both campuses remained closed. See below for details.
- The Equine Centre is only available for academic programming and for students by appointment. All open riding times and club activities are cancelled until further notice.
Campus Update - March 5
Here is the most recent update as of 4 pm Friday March 5, 2021.Libraries
- Lakeland's libraries at both campuses are now open at 15 per cent capacity to students and staff.
- This capacity limit doesn't include staff who work in the library.
- Students may now study and do coursework in the library, as long as they follow protocols including wearing a face covering and staying 2 metres from one another at all times.
Recreation Centre
- Starting today (March 5) people may use the weight room in the Vermilion campus Recreation Centre.
- Workouts must be low intensity and face coverings are mandatory.
- Physical distancing of 3 metres is required.
- No drop ins are allowed. Users must pre-register for a time to work out.
- To abide with government measures related to high-intensity activities, there is currently no access to the pool, cardio equipment and gymnasium.
- Lloydminster campus gym will remain closed. Students do have access to the Servus Sports Centre facilities. Staff are evaluating when and how to open the weight room.
No new COVID cases
No new cases of COVID-19 involving a member of the Lakeland community were reported this week. There is one active case among Lakeland students and employees.Campus Updates
New updates will appear above. Previous updates will be listed here.
Campus Updates
Feb 26
One confirmed case on Vermilion campusFeb 19
Changes to comply with government guidelines
Changes to comply with government guidelines
Remember these protocols:
- 3-ply face coverings must be worn in all indoor public places unless you are working alone in an office. Please ensure you wear your face covering correctly The only exception is faculty may wear a face shield while instructing. We've received reports of people wearing a face shield rather than a face covering while in a hallway. This isn't an acceptable practice.
- Indoor social gatherings are prohibited.
- Outdoor gatherings are limited to a maximum of 10 people.
- Complete the daily assessment before coming on campus.
- Stay 2 metres apart from others.
- Monitor your symptoms and stay home if you aren't well.
Provincial government updates
On Tuesday (Feb 16), the Government of Saskatchewan announced its public health measures will remain in effect until March 19.Jan 26
Online COVID re-entry orientations updated- We will continue to take immediate action.
- Our Health Services team will work with the person who has COVID-19 as well as people who were in close contact with that individual.
- Follow-up with people who contract COVID-19 will continue until it is safe for them to return to campus.
- You will be notified if you have been in direct contact with someone with COVID-19.
- Updates to the entire college community about confirmed cases involving people who were recently on campus will happen on Fridays.
- These Friday emails will only happen if there are new cases or other COVID-19 information to share.
- If COVID-19 information must be shared immediately with the college community, like mandated changes from government that will impact operations, we will share that as quickly as possible.
Jan 12
- Face coverings must be worn in all indoor public places unless you are working alone in an office.
- Indoor and outdoor social gatherings are prohibited.
- Our recreation facilities and libraries at both campuses are closed. Computer labs and IT services are available to students.
- The Equine Centre is only available for purposes related to academic programming and for students by appointment. All open riding times and club activities are cancelled until at least Jan. 21.
Dec. 11
New Alberta government restrictions
On Dec 8, the Alberta government announced new COVID-19 restrictions.
Later this week, Advanced Education confirmed post-secondary institutions may start the winter semester as originally scheduled.
COVID-19 restrictions will remain a prevalent part of Lakeland's day-to-day. To reduce the risk of transmission of the virus, we will stagger student return to on-campus activities. Classes will start as scheduled. Our energy and foundational learning programs will begin on Monday, Jan. 4. The rest of our programs will start on Tuesday, Jan. 5
On-campus labs, lectures and other activities will resume throughout January. Students are being sent emails with the details for their program. All the information is also in the the January Class Schedule tile below.
President Alice Wainwright-Stewart has recommended no off-campus program activities be scheduled for January.
Additional COVID-19 restrictions on campus
The following enhanced measures will be in effect until at least Jan. 12, 2021.
- Face coverings must be worn in all indoor public places unless you are working alone in an office.
- Indoor and outdoor social gatherings are prohibited.
- Effective Sunday, Dec. 13, our recreation facilities and libraries at both campuses will be closed. Please note that there are still details to work out specific to access to services in The Commons and drop-off/pick-up of library resources. More information will be posted next week.
Working from home
Starting Dec. 13, working from home is mandatory unless you must be on campus for operational effectiveness. Please discuss this with your supervisor. Decisions about who is required to work on campus will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Active COVID-19 cases as of Dec. 10
Yesterday we learned that two students at the Vermilion campus have COVID-19. The students were last on campus on Saturday, Dec. 5. The people who were in contact with these people have been notified and provided instructions.
There are currently 6 active cases at Lakeland:
- Vermilion campus: 1 employee, 3 students
- Lloydminster campus: 1 employee, 1 students
Holiday closure
Lakeland College will be closed from Dec 21 through Jan 3. The college will re-open on Jan 4, 2021.
Holiday cheer for students
Together with the Students' Association, Lakeland will share some holiday cheer with students who can't return home for the holidays due to COVID-19 restrictions. We will provide them with a holiday wellness package and invite them to participate in some online festive activities.
Dec 8
Two Lakeland employees – one at each campus – test positive for COVID-19- Vermilion campus: 1 employee, 1 student
- Lloydminster campus: 1 employee, 3 students
- Vermilion campus: 3 employees, 1 student
- Lloydminster campus: 2 employees, 7 students
- Per the Saskatchewan Health Authority everyone who uses the recreation facilities in Lloydminster must wear a non-medical mask during any activity.
- As noted previously, Lakeland Rustler team training was suspended on Nov. 27 until the new year.
- Family/Cohort swims are now family only swims.
- Aquafit classes are cancelled.
- Group fitness and cohort workouts are cancelled.
- All previously approved sport cohorts are suspended.
- Facility hours have been reduced.
Dec 3
- These cases are localized to a specific group of students, all of whom have been self-isolating since Sunday Nov. 29.
- Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and Lakeland’s Health Services department are doing the contact tracing.
- The risk of transmission of the virus outside of this group is considered low.
- An area specific response and cleaning plan is in place.
- To protect the privacy of these people, no more details will be released.
- to wear a 3-ply face covering
- to practice physical distancing
- to wash or sanitize your hands often
- to complete the daily self-assessment
- to stay home if you are ill
Daily Assessment Tool
Staff and students are expected to use this daily assessment tool before coming on campus.
Daily Assessment Tool
Re-entry Plans
Lakeland's Re-entry Guide and associated documents such as procedures for offices and classrooms.
Re-entry Plans
- Lakeland's Re-entry Guide
- Student Orientation to Campus Re-entry Full e-document on Student FAQ tile.1 Updated Dec 17
- Employee Orientation to Campus Re-entry Full e-document on Employee FAQ tile 1 UpdatedDec 17
- Visitor Orientation to Campus Re-entry
- Visitor Access Safety Checklist (for staff)
- Public Access Guidelines to Lakeland Campuses
- Classroom Safety Procedures
- Office Safety Procedures
- Health & Safety Risk Mitigation Planning
- Lloydminster Classroom Numbers
- Vermilion Classroom Numbers
- Lakeland College Department Contact listing - phone and email addresses
- COVID-19 Transportation Guidelines
- Equine Centre Guidelines
- COVID-19 Rapid Response Plan updated Dec 3
- Guidelines for International Students
Face Coverings
If you can't physically distance, then a mask is required. See the details.
Face Coverings
- during all indoor classroom lectures and labs
- during outdoor labs when physical distancing of two metres isn't possible
- in common indoor campus spaces such as hallways, washrooms, The Commons, cafeterias and bookstores. Face coverings are required even though you are alone.
- in office spaces where physical distancing of two metres isn't possible
- when entering and exiting campus buildings, classrooms, cafeterias, labs and departments
- in any non-residential setting on Lakeland property where physical distancing of two metres isn't possible
- when operating or riding in a college or personal vehicle with others to participate in college activities [COVID-19 Transportation Guidelines]. This includes car-pooling to work.in common campus spaces such as building entrances, hallways, and washrooms
- Lakeland's Vermilion Recreation Centre has its own guidelines regarding face coverings to comply with Alberta Health Services recommendations for wearing a mask during intense physical activity.
- In Lloydminster, the SHA is asking those who feel comfortable to wear a face covering during indoor exercise (update Dec 7 2020).
- Students living in a spinwheel or townhouse at the Lloydminster campus or a townhouse at the Vermilion campus aren’t required to wear a face covering while in their on-campus home. However, students who live in the large residence buildings at the Vermilion campus must wear a face covering while in public spaces of the residence and keep 2 metres distance from others. Note: Residence capacity has been reduced, students are placed where possible with people in the same program, and no visitors are allowed. Additional protocols are in place based on the style of housing
- Children going to our campus child care centres don't need to wear a face covering but adults dropping them off are required to wear a face covering while walking them to the centre.
Student FAQ
General and specific student related questions and answers.
Student FAQ
Campus re-entry guide
- You'll do an online orientation to re-entry (see below for a copy). You'll complete the orientation. If you're a returning student, you may do it on D2L. If you're a new student and need to be on campus on registration day, complete the PowerPoint and confirmation using the e-document below.
- You may also want to look at the re-entry resources on that tile.
- You must sign a waiver before your come on campus. If you aren't 18, then a parent or guardian will need to fill in the form.
- You'll be asked to fill in a daily assessment every day before you come on campus.Daily assessment tool
- Face coverings will be required
- See our classroom safety procedures
- Please be aware that provincial guidelines and recommendations do change.
- Updated Sept 16 - COVID-19 Transportation Guidelines for private vehicles, vans and buses.
- Equine Centre Guidelines for classes, rodeo practice and other activities
Mental and financial health
I'm really worried about my financial situation. It doesn't look like there will be any summer jobs, or jobs period. Is there help?- Go to the My Alberta Supports page to learn more about 30 programs and 120 services for seniors, people with disabilities, job seekers, parents and families, homelessness, financial assistance, abuse, and family violence prevention. You may also call toll-free 1 877 644 9992. Call between 7:30 am and 8 pm, Monday to Friday.
- Saskatchewan Income Support (SIS) has step-by-step online instructions.

- Chantel Walker, Lloydminster counsellor, at 780 214 2687 or email chantel.walker@lakelandcollege.ca
- Alyce Allaster-Hunsperfer, Vermilion counsellor, at 780 871 3954 or email alyce.allaster-hunsperger@lakelandcollege.ca
- Sarah Popil, wellness advisor, at 780 871 3013, or email sarah.popil@lakelandcollege.ca
- supports through your health plan Real Campus. This includes a 24-hour counsellor line 1 877 390 REAL(7325). Real Campus is also available as an app.
Preventing the spread of COVID-19
- are over the age of 70
- have underlying medical conditions
Don't come on campus. Depending on your jurisdiction you’re required to be in isolation for 10 or 14 days from the start of symptoms or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer. A Lakeland incident investigation would already be in progress from the initial report of your illness.
- If you or a family member are being tested for or diagnosed with COVID-19, please inform your instrctor/ chair and Lakeland College’s health services team (healthservicesverm@lakelandcollege.ca).
- Inform your instructor/chair and/or the health services coordinator if you are at higher risk of severe illness, (ie chronic health conditions) and take appropriate precautions to limit your exposure.
- Inform your instrcutor/chair and health services if you have traveled through a travel advisory area.
- at least 10 days since symptoms first appeared (Saskatchewan requires 14 days of isolation)
- 24 hours with no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and COVID-19 symptoms have improved (for example, cough, shortness of breath)
- no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications
- improvements in respiratory symptoms (for example, cough, shortness of breath)
- negative results from at least two consecutive respiratory specimens collected more than 24 hours apart.
Employee FAQ
Specific and general questions and answers for Lakeland College employees.
Employee FAQ
Re-entry Questions
The slides from the Returning To Work session on July 22 are available below. A recording of the presentation will be available soon.Bringing visitors to campus (added Sept 16)
Working Remotely & COVID-19 Questions
I am working remotely,any tips?It’s normal to feel stressed in a time of uncertainty. If you’ve noticed an increase in anxiety, be kind to yourself. Lakeland’s counselling and wellness team’s services are available to students. Support is available in-person, online and by phone for students:
- call Homewood Health at 1 800 663 1142
- online support: homeweb.ca . If you're anxious, try i-Volve. Just register an account on the website.
- download the Homewood Health app
Lakeland College will work to be flexible with its employees and grant special leave if you need to find alternative child care arrangements. Please contact your supervisor as soon as possible to arrange coverage or accommodation until a solution can be found.
- If you or a family member are being tested for or diagnosed with COVID-19, please inform your supervisor/chair and Lakeland College’s health services team (healthservicesverm@lakelandcollege.ca).
- Inform your supervisor if you are at higher risk of severe illness, (for example chronic health conditions) and take appropriate precautions to limit exposure.
- Inform your supervisor and health services if you have traveled through a travel advisory area.
- Permanent, continuing, sessional full-time and temporary employees must record absences in My HR (PeopleSoft) under Special Leave. Please ensure to use the dropdown menu in “User Field 5” and select the applicable COVID 19 option/s.
- are over the age of 70
- have underlying medical conditions
Don't come on campus. Depending on your jurisdiction you’re required to be in isolation for 10 or 14 days from the start of symptoms or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer. A Lakeland incident investigation would already be in progress from the initial report of your illness.
- If you or a family member are being tested for or diagnosed with COVID-19, please inform your supervisor/chair and Lakeland College’s health services team (healthservicesverm@lakelandcollege.ca).
- Inform your supervisor and/or the health services coordinator if you are at higher risk of severe illness, (ie chronic health conditions) and take appropriate precautions to limit your exposure.
- Inform your supervisor and health services if you have traveled through a travel advisory area.
- at least 10 days since symptoms first appeared (Saskatchewan requires 14 days of isolation)
- 24 hours with no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and COVID-19 symptoms have improved (for example, cough, shortness of breath)
- no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications
- improvements in respiratory symptoms (for example, cough, shortness of breath)
- negative results from at least two consecutive respiratory specimens collected more than 24 hours apart.
Personal Hygiene & Prevention
Washing your hands is the first step in preventing the spread of any virus. Social distancing is another critical measure.
Personal Hygiene & Prevention
Preventing the virus from spreading
Influenza and other common viruses remain the most likely cause of a respiratory infection.- use good hygiene practices, such as frequent handwashing. See AHS hand washing instructions (pdf)
- cover coughs and sneezes
- avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hand. For example, after disposing a tissue, wash your hands.
- stay at home and away from others if you are feeling ill
- contact your primary health provider or Health Link 811 if you have questions or concerns about your health

How to prepare?
If you want to prepare you and your household if you have to self-isolate, Alberta public health officials recommendations are:- Talk with the people who need to be included in your plan.
- Meet with household members, other relatives, and friends to discuss what to do if a COVID-19 outbreak occurs in your community and what the needs of each person will be.
- Plan ways to care for those who might be at greater risk for serious complications. This includes practical steps like ensuring you have sufficient medication and determining what supplies are needed, and if they can be delivered.
- Talk with your neighbors about emergency planning.
- Create a list of local organizations that you and your household can contact in the event you need access to information, health care services, support, and resources.
- Create an emergency contact list.
- Practice everyday preventive actions, like those listed in the prevention section.
- Choose a room in your home that can be used to separate sick household members from those who are healthy. Identify a separate bathroom for the sick person to use, if possible. Plan to clean these rooms, as needed, when someone is sick.
- Learn about your employer’s emergency operations plan.
- Ask about what sick-leave policies and telework options are available if needed.
January Class Schedule
All classes will start online. A staggered start for return to campus for labs and on campus lectures.
January Class Schedule
- mandatory face coverings
- physical distancing
- enhanced cleaning measures
- anyone who is comes on campus is required to complete the mandatory daily assessment
You need to know
- All program classes will start the first week of January 2021.
- On-campus labs, lectures and other activities will resume gradually.
- Every program and school will have a different schedule. Please see your school to check on your program's details. These details will also be emailed to you.
Agricultural Sciences
Agribusiness:- online lectures and labs start Jan 5
- lecture and lab blended delivery start Jan 11
- online lectures for 1st and 2nd year students start Jan 5
- 1st year students start face-to-face labs Jan 5
- 2nd year students start face-to-face labs Jan 11
- blended delivery lectures begin Jan 18
- online lectures start Jan 5
- face-to-face labs for Student-Managed Farm and equine major students start Jan 5
- all other animal science technology on-campus labs start Jan 11
- blended delivery lectures and labs for all majors start Jan 18
- online lectures start Jan 5
- face-to-face Student-Managed Farm labs start Jan 5
- blended delivery lectures and labs begin Jan 11
- online lectures start Jan 5
- both face-to-face labs and lectures start Jan 11
- online lectures start Jan 5
- blended delivery lectures and labs start Jan 11
Business
- all business programs will start on Jan 5
- all business program classes will be online for the first two weeks of January
- on-campus classes will begin the week of Jan 18
Energy
- all energy programs will start Jan 4
- all lectures will be online for at least the first week
- 1st year labs are on campus from Jan 4. Lectures will be online for the first 2 weeks and on campus starting Jan 18
- 2nd year labs are on campus from Jan 4. Lectures will be online for the first week and on campus starting Jan 11
- practicum students - labs will be on campus starting Jan 5
Environmental Sciences
- 1st and 2nd year environmental sciences diploma classes start online Jan 5
- 1st year on-campus labs also start on Jan 5
- 2nd year on-campus labs start Jan 11
- applied degree [Bachelor of applied science: environmental management] classes start online Jan 5. On-campus labs start Jan 11. Face-to-face classes resume Jan 18.
Health & Wellness
- esthetician, hairstyling and health care aide programs start online on Jan 5
- on-campus health care aide labs and classes start Sat Jan 9
- on-campus hairstyling labs and classes start on Jan 11
- on-campus esthetician labs and classes start on Jan 18
Human Services
- child and youth care, educational assistant and early learning and child care programs start online on Jan 5
- on-campus classes resume Jan 11.
Interior Design
- online classes start Jan 5
- on-campus lecture and labs start Jan 11
Trades & Technology
- all intakes start Jan 5
- all lectures and labs will be on campus
University Transfer
- all courses start Jan 5
- each instructor will contact their classes via email and on D2L before the start of the winter 2021 semester. They'll provide dates their classes will return to campus for labs, lectures and other activities.
Vermilion Rec Centre & Pool
Weight room reopens March 5, other facilities remain closed
Vermilion Rec Centre & Pool
- All protocols that were in place before the last closure are required as well as the following:
- Face coverings are mandatory at all times when in our facility
- Workouts must be low intensity. Low intensity fitness includes activities not focussed on cardio that have a low depth and rate or respiration.
- Absolutely no spotting. Please ensure that the exercises and weights you’re using don’t require assistance from another patron.
- No gathering in groups. All patrons must always stay a minimum of 3 m away from each other per government regulations.
- The Lloydminster facility is still closed.
Online booking
Because our capacity is reduced, please book online.- Drop ins aren’t permitted
- You can book up to 3 days in advance for the weight room
- Patrons are allowed one time slot per day.
- Please don’t visit the recreation centre if you feel unwell or have been in close contact with a confirmed or probable case of COVID-19.
- If you can’t make your booked spot, please call our staff at 780 853 8402 to cancel
General procedures for staff and facility users
We all play a role in keeping our collective community safe, so you can expect changes to how our spaces look.Passes
- If you have a pass, it will reactivate the first day you return to the rec centre.
Entering the rec centre
- don't come to the recreation centre if you feel ill or have been in close contact with someone who is
- follow the directional signage and area floor markings
- arrive for your booking no more that 10 minutes before that time. This will minimize unnecessary gathering in the hallway
- new please scan your student ID or membership fob when you enter the building
- when you enter the facility, you’ll be asked to write down your name and phone number. This will be used for contact tracing and will only be retained for 14 days.
- arrive ready to work out or participate in the activity. Change rooms are closed.
- where possible, please pay with credit or debit
Weight Room Protocols (updated Dec 7)
- maintain proper physical distancing (3 metres).
- please arrive dressed for your workout (change rooms are closed).
- wash and sanitize your hands before and after your visit.
- if you have personal equipment like additional shoes or a gym bag, a tote will be available for you to store it in the weight room.
- clean all equipment after you use it
- circuit training and super sets aren't permitted. Please complete all sets/reps with one piece of equipment before moving to another.
- bring your own water bottle (communal water fountain is shut down). Water bottle fill stations will still be available
- some equipment may not be immediately available because it must be disinfected between uses.
- only lift what you can safely manage. Spotting isn't permitted..
- floor fans aren't allowed.
- Mon, Tues, Wed and Friday 6 am - 1 pm & 4 - 9 pm
- Thursday 8 am - 1 pm & 4 - 9 pm
- Saturday 12 - 5pm
- Closed Sunday
Residence Move-in
You'll need to make and appointment in 2020.
Residence Move-in
- Move-in days are spread over more days - Aug 25 - 28 in Vermilion, Aug 26-28 in Lloydminster
- You must pre-register for your move-in time. Slots are available between 9 am and 7 pm. If you've applied and paid your damage deposit, you'll receive a link to book your time.
- You are allowed up to 2 people to help you move-in. You must submit their names to your campus' residence office before your move-in day.
- In person payment won't be available on your move-in day. Please pay online using My Lakeland. Residence fees should be posted by Aug 4. New students will receive instructions to access My Lakeland before that date.
Recreation facilities and pool
Closed from midnight Dec 13
Recreation facilities and pool
Phone and email listings
Phone and email listings
Community FAQ
The Vermilion rec centre and pool are now open, but you have to book your time.
Community FAQ
Recreation Facilities
- you must book your time in the weight room, cardio room and gym.
- you can book 60 minutes time slots 3 days in advance
- we discourage drop ins because there might not be space for you
- don't come to the centre if you're ill
- follow the directional signs
- don't arrive earlier than 10 minutes for your booking
- change rooms aren't available, so come dressed for your workout
- maintain physical distancing in the facility
Coping During a Crisis
A near-constant stream of news reports about an outbreak can cause anyone to feel anxious or stressed.
Coping During a Crisis

Students:
- Chantel Walker, Lloydminster counsellor, call or text 780 214 2687 or email chantel.walker@lakelandcollege.ca
- Alyce Allaster-Hunsperfer, Vermilion counsellor, call or text 780 871 3954 or email alyce.allaster-hunsperger@lakelandcollege.ca
- Sarah Popil, wellness advisor, call or text 780 871 3013, or email sarah.popil@lakelandcollege.ca
- supports through your health plan Real Campus. This includes a 24-hour counsellor line 1 877 390 REAL(7325). Real Campus is also available as an app.
- To develop personal and academic resilience, use this Healthy Campus Alberta workbook. It’s a 36-page interactive pdf that defines resilience, describes responses to stressors and outlines healthy strategies based on your experiences.
Employees:
- call Homewood Health at 1 800 663 1142
- online support: https://homeweb.ca. Set up an account to access services.
- if you're feeling anxious, try i-Volve, an online tool on the Homewood Health website.
- download the Homewood Health app
Online & other resources
- Mental health and coping with COVID-19 (CDC)
- Talking with children about COVID-19 (CDC)
- Help in Tough Times (AHS)
- The Mental Health Help Line - 24/7 with advice referrals to resources in your community. Call 1 877 303 2642.
- Text4Hope- developed by AHS. Albertans can text COVID 19 Hope to 393939 to subscribe. In return, you’ll receive daily text messages on healthy thinking or actions to help manage their mood.
- Discovery College's free online webinar Coping with Current Events: Managing Anxiety & Stress on April 2.
- pay attention to your own needs and feelings
- engage in healthy activities that you enjoy and find relaxing
- exercise regularly
- keep regular sleep routines
- eat healthy food.
- Keep things in perspective. Public health agencies and experts worldwide are working to ensure the availability of the best care to those affected, and the best strategies to limit the spread of the virus.
- Avoid watching, reading or listening to news that cause you to feel anxious or stressed.
- Seek information to take practical steps to prepare your plans and protect yourself and loved ones.
- Seek information updates at specific times during the day once or twice..
- Get the facts..
- Gather information at regular intervals, from WHO website and local health authorities platforms, in order to help you distinguish facts from rumors.
- For additional information regarding the Alberta Health Services support and response to the COVID-19 virus, please refer to the COVID-19 info for Albertans website.
- Stay connected and maintain your social networks.
- Even isolation, try as much as possible to keep your personal daily routines.
- If health authorities have recommended limiting your physical social contact to contain the outbreak, you can stay connected via e-mail, social media, video conference and telephone.
How to Work Remotely
Check out these resources about working remotely.
How to Work Remotely
Lakeland has a Home Office Checklist for employees who are working remotely. Complete the checklist to ensure your home office is as safe as possible:
- A guide to managing your newly remote workers Harvard Business Review
- Temporary Home Office - Institute for Work and Health
- HumanaCare's How to make working at home "work". Or
, click on the graphic. Both take you to a full screen e-version of the one-page tip sheet.
About COVID-19
A pneumonia outbreak, now known to be caused by COVID-19, was identified in Wuhan, China on December 31, 2019.
About COVID-19
- Alberta Health Services
- AHS self assessment tool
- online health care app
- Government of Alberta
- Global Affairs Canada
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- World Health Organization
- WHO advice for the public: Myth Busters
- WHO COVID-19 Situation Reports
- AHS nutrition information
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) disease
- Canada COVID-19 support app
- COVID-19 and mental health
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Preventing Stigma
- Reducing Stigma
- Got Questions about Social Distancing? Here's What you Need to Know - CBC Health
- Alberta fact sheet on social distancing (pdf)
- A guide to managing your newly remote workers Harvard Business Review
- Transitioning to remote work - EDUCAUSE