Covid Back To School Guidelines By Province And Territory

Over the course of seven waves and many variants and sub-variants, more than five million elementary and high school students have also had to deal with getting sick or having loved ones hit by the virus. As they prepare to enter what will be their fourth academic year with the pandemic, what will the new 2022-2023 school term look like? Take a look at what the next school year will look like by province and territory.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

After the emergence of Omicron, the province switched to established protocols for other circulating viral diseases, which includes “self-management.” Public health officials will focus on responding to larger clusters of outbreaks. Following are guidelines set by the province as of April 16, 2022. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are optional. Health officials encourage everyone to get vaccinated, stay home when sick and check regularly for symptoms of illness to make sure children don’t go to school while sick. If a student or staff member develops symptoms at school, they will be separated from other students or staff and sent home. Areas used by the person will be cleaned and disinfected. When to Stay Home: Students and staff are asked to stay home if they are sick or have symptoms of illness. They are asked to follow the province’s guidelines if they think they may have COVID-19, including isolating for at least five days after symptoms start or when they test positive if they have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. School Activities: All music, sports, clubs and other extracurricular activities are permitted and there are no capacity limits for gatherings and events. Virtual school: Online courses are offered.

ALBERTA

The province lifted all remaining mandatory public health protocols on June 14. Masks and other safety instructions: Mask wearing and isolation are no longer mandatory outside health facilities. Recommendations for isolation include self-isolation for five days from the onset of symptoms and wearing a mask for five days afterwards while indoors with others. What qualifies as an outbreak: According to the Edmonton school board, reporting changes from the province means it will be difficult to get an accurate picture of case numbers in schools. Some tables, such as Edmonton’s, will report the percentage of students who self-report their absence as a result of illness. When to stay home: According to the Edmonton school board, students should stay home when sick, but are no longer required to use the province’s daily health checklist. Children who get sick at school will be sent home. Virtual school: Online learning will be available with specific school boards across the province. An online learning directory breaks down the type of programs offered in various districts and school boards across the province.

Saskatchewan

The province is extending the Interim Provincial Education Plan, aimed at supporting students during the pandemic, for the next school year. The plan has three main priorities focused on mental health support for students and staff, reading support for students between grades 1 and 5, and support for learning opportunities in literacy and numeracy. Previously, different school boards had their own guidelines and requirements based on recommendations from local public health officials, but in February, the province asked all school divisions to follow government guidelines, including withdrawing mandatory mask rules from March. There are currently no public health orders in place regarding COVID-19. What qualifies as an outbreak: Outbreaks associated with educational settings will no longer be investigated, but local public health authorities will continue to provide support with transmission mitigation planning and standard surveillance measures.

MANITOBA

The province has lifted public health orders and provincial dashboards have been phased out, but preventative measures such as vaccination, staying home when sick and washing hands or using hand sanitizer are still recommended. The province warned that schools should be prepared for future scenarios that could require the reinstatement of public health orders and protective measures. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required. School officials are asked to stress the need for individuals to be screened for symptoms of COVID-19 and to stay home when sick. What qualifies as an outbreak: The province says schools can share how many students are absent from school or in a particular class if the numbers are higher than expected due to COVID-19 activity. When to stay home: As of April 5, 2022, the province says people with symptoms of COVID-19 should stay home and notify the school. People should self-isolate for five days after the onset of symptoms, until they are fever-free and other symptoms have improved. A well-fitting mask should also be worn for 10 days if they have to come into contact with others while sick. Virtual school: While the province says classroom learning is best and a priority, distance learning support will be available for teachers and students “whenever and wherever needed.”

ONTARIO

The province released a plan in late July outlining how to help students “catch up” with the pandemic. This included investment in programs of enhanced teaching support focused on maths and reading to close any learning gaps and expanded support for mental health. Masks and other safety guidelines: Mask requirements were lifted in the spring, and the province has given no indication that there will be changes to those policies next fall. The province said it would continue “appropriate and up-to-date” health and safety measures, including improvements to ventilation, frequent hand washing and enhanced cleaning measures. It also plans to continue giving rapid tests to schools through the end of the calendar year. What qualifies as an outbreak: Starting June 15, school boards will no longer have to report absences and closures to the province’s Absence Reporting Tool. There is no word on whether the absentee rates and school closings posted on the province’s website will continue in the fall. When to stay home: According to the 2021-2022 school safety guidelines, people who are sick should not attend school. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 or who test positive should self-isolate and follow standard isolation guidelines. Those who do not have COVID-19 can return to school if they do not have a fever and their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours, or 48 hours if there was vomiting or diarrhea. These guidelines were last updated in February and are considered archived, with no updates yet for the next school year. School Activities: Extracurricular activities such as sports, band, field trips are expected to resume. Virtual school: Distance learning will remain an option for families who want to continue with online classes, but the province emphasized its focus on returning to face-to-face learning.

KUBEK

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required at school or when using school transportation. Schools will also be provided with rapid detection tests to quickly screen students who develop symptoms during the school day. When to stay home: People with a fever should self-isolate for 24 hours until the fever is gone, regardless of the cause. If a person has COVID-19, they should self-isolate for at least five days from the onset of symptoms or from the time the person tested positive (when there are no other symptoms). For those who have already contracted COVID-19 in the previous two months and have symptoms of COVID-19, the province says isolation is not necessary again, but strongly recommends wearing a mask around others and keeping vulnerable people away, until symptoms have subsided.

NEW BRUNSWICK

As of August 18, 2022, there was no current information about COVID-19 on the province’s education website. The following information is based on guidance to the public from March 10, when the province announced measures for “living with COVID-19”. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required in indoor public spaces. When to stay home: Isolation is no longer required for the general public, but people who are sick are encouraged to stay home.

NOVA SCOTIA

Nova Scotia has also entered a phase of “living with COVID-19”. The following guidance was last updated on May 24, 2022. There is no updated pandemic guidance for the 2022-2023 school year. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required but recommended by public health in indoor public spaces. The province said mask use should be accepted and normalized in schools for those who wish to continue wearing them. Students are encouraged to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before and after sharing items. Sharing of food, drinks and other personal items such as water bottles and lip gloss is discouraged. When to stay home: Staff and students are asked to monitor for symptoms and stay home if they are sick and have symptoms.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required, but are…

title: “Covid Back To School Guidelines By Province And Territory Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-11” author: “Joshua Young”

Over the course of seven waves and many variants and sub-variants, more than five million elementary and high school students have also had to deal with getting sick or having loved ones hit by the virus. As they prepare to enter what will be their fourth academic year with the pandemic, what will the new 2022-2023 school term look like? Take a look at what the next school year will look like by province and territory.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

After the emergence of Omicron, the province switched to established protocols for other circulating viral diseases, which includes “self-management.” Public health officials will focus on responding to larger clusters of outbreaks. Following are guidelines set by the province as of April 16, 2022. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are optional. Health officials encourage everyone to get vaccinated, stay home when sick and check regularly for symptoms of illness to make sure children don’t go to school while sick. If a student or staff member develops symptoms at school, they will be separated from other students or staff and sent home. Areas used by the person will be cleaned and disinfected. When to Stay Home: Students and staff are asked to stay home if they are sick or have symptoms of illness. They are asked to follow the province’s guidelines if they think they may have COVID-19, including isolating for at least five days after symptoms start or when they test positive if they have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. School Activities: All music, sports, clubs and other extracurricular activities are permitted and there are no capacity limits for gatherings and events. Virtual school: Online courses are offered.

ALBERTA

The province lifted all remaining mandatory public health protocols on June 14. Masks and other safety instructions: Mask wearing and isolation are no longer mandatory outside health facilities. Recommendations for isolation include self-isolation for five days from the onset of symptoms and wearing a mask for five days afterwards while indoors with others. What qualifies as an outbreak: According to the Edmonton school board, reporting changes from the province means it will be difficult to get an accurate picture of case numbers in schools. Some tables, such as Edmonton’s, will report the percentage of students who self-report their absence as a result of illness. When to stay home: According to the Edmonton school board, students should stay home when sick, but are no longer required to use the province’s daily health checklist. Children who get sick at school will be sent home. Virtual school: Online learning will be available with specific school boards across the province. An online learning directory breaks down the type of programs offered in various districts and school boards across the province.

Saskatchewan

The province is extending the Interim Provincial Education Plan, aimed at supporting students during the pandemic, for the next school year. The plan has three main priorities focused on mental health support for students and staff, reading support for students between grades 1 and 5, and support for learning opportunities in literacy and numeracy. Previously, different school boards had their own guidelines and requirements based on recommendations from local public health officials, but in February, the province asked all school divisions to follow government guidelines, including withdrawing mandatory mask rules from March. There are currently no public health orders in place regarding COVID-19. What qualifies as an outbreak: Outbreaks associated with educational settings will no longer be investigated, but local public health authorities will continue to provide support with transmission mitigation planning and standard surveillance measures.

MANITOBA

The province has lifted public health orders and provincial dashboards have been phased out, but preventative measures such as vaccination, staying home when sick and washing hands or using hand sanitizer are still recommended. The province warned that schools should be prepared for future scenarios that could require the reinstatement of public health orders and protective measures. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required. School officials are asked to stress the need for individuals to be screened for symptoms of COVID-19 and to stay home when sick. What qualifies as an outbreak: The province says schools can share how many students are absent from school or in a particular class if the numbers are higher than expected due to COVID-19 activity. When to stay home: As of April 5, 2022, the province says people with symptoms of COVID-19 should stay home and notify the school. People should self-isolate for five days after the onset of symptoms, until they are fever-free and other symptoms have improved. A well-fitting mask should also be worn for 10 days if they have to come into contact with others while sick. Virtual school: While the province says classroom learning is best and a priority, distance learning support will be available for teachers and students “whenever and wherever needed.”

ONTARIO

The province released a plan in late July outlining how to help students “catch up” with the pandemic. This included investment in programs of enhanced teaching support focused on maths and reading to close any learning gaps and expanded support for mental health. Masks and other safety guidelines: Mask requirements were lifted in the spring, and the province has given no indication that there will be changes to those policies next fall. The province said it would continue “appropriate and up-to-date” health and safety measures, including improvements to ventilation, frequent hand washing and enhanced cleaning measures. It also plans to continue giving rapid tests to schools through the end of the calendar year. What qualifies as an outbreak: Starting June 15, school boards will no longer have to report absences and closures to the province’s Absence Reporting Tool. There is no word on whether the absentee rates and school closings posted on the province’s website will continue in the fall. When to stay home: According to the 2021-2022 school safety guidelines, people who are sick should not attend school. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 or who test positive should self-isolate and follow standard isolation guidelines. Those who do not have COVID-19 can return to school if they do not have a fever and their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours, or 48 hours if there was vomiting or diarrhea. These guidelines were last updated in February and are considered archived, with no updates yet for the next school year. School Activities: Extracurricular activities such as sports, band, field trips are expected to resume. Virtual school: Distance learning will remain an option for families who want to continue with online classes, but the province emphasized its focus on returning to face-to-face learning.

KUBEK

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required at school or when using school transportation. Schools will also be provided with rapid detection tests to quickly screen students who develop symptoms during the school day. When to stay home: People with a fever should self-isolate for 24 hours until the fever is gone, regardless of the cause. If a person has COVID-19, they should self-isolate for at least five days from the onset of symptoms or from the time the person tested positive (when there are no other symptoms). For those who have already contracted COVID-19 in the previous two months and have symptoms of COVID-19, the province says isolation is not necessary again, but strongly recommends wearing a mask around others and keeping vulnerable people away, until symptoms have subsided.

NEW BRUNSWICK

As of August 18, 2022, there was no current information about COVID-19 on the province’s education website. The following information is based on guidance to the public from March 10, when the province announced measures for “living with COVID-19”. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required in indoor public spaces. When to stay home: Isolation is no longer required for the general public, but people who are sick are encouraged to stay home.

NOVA SCOTIA

Nova Scotia has also entered a phase of “living with COVID-19”. The following guidance was last updated on May 24, 2022. There is no updated pandemic guidance for the 2022-2023 school year. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required but recommended by public health in indoor public spaces. The province said mask use should be accepted and normalized in schools for those who wish to continue wearing them. Students are encouraged to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before and after sharing items. Sharing of food, drinks and other personal items such as water bottles and lip gloss is discouraged. When to stay home: Staff and students are asked to monitor for symptoms and stay home if they are sick and have symptoms.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required, but are…

title: “Covid Back To School Guidelines By Province And Territory Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-01” author: “Eleanor Dillard”

Over the course of seven waves and many variants and sub-variants, more than five million elementary and high school students have also had to deal with getting sick or having loved ones hit by the virus. As they prepare to enter what will be their fourth academic year with the pandemic, what will the new 2022-2023 school term look like? Take a look at what the next school year will look like by province and territory.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

After the emergence of Omicron, the province switched to established protocols for other circulating viral diseases, which includes “self-management.” Public health officials will focus on responding to larger clusters of outbreaks. Following are guidelines set by the province as of April 16, 2022. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are optional. Health officials encourage everyone to get vaccinated, stay home when sick and check regularly for symptoms of illness to make sure children don’t go to school while sick. If a student or staff member develops symptoms at school, they will be separated from other students or staff and sent home. Areas used by the person will be cleaned and disinfected. When to Stay Home: Students and staff are asked to stay home if they are sick or have symptoms of illness. They are asked to follow the province’s guidelines if they think they may have COVID-19, including isolating for at least five days after symptoms start or when they test positive if they have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. School Activities: All music, sports, clubs and other extracurricular activities are permitted and there are no capacity limits for gatherings and events. Virtual school: Online courses are offered.

ALBERTA

The province lifted all remaining mandatory public health protocols on June 14. Masks and other safety instructions: Mask wearing and isolation are no longer mandatory outside health facilities. Recommendations for isolation include self-isolation for five days from the onset of symptoms and wearing a mask for five days afterwards while indoors with others. What qualifies as an outbreak: According to the Edmonton school board, reporting changes from the province means it will be difficult to get an accurate picture of case numbers in schools. Some tables, such as Edmonton’s, will report the percentage of students who self-report their absence as a result of illness. When to stay home: According to the Edmonton school board, students should stay home when sick, but are no longer required to use the province’s daily health checklist. Children who get sick at school will be sent home. Virtual school: Online learning will be available with specific school boards across the province. An online learning directory breaks down the type of programs offered in various districts and school boards across the province.

Saskatchewan

The province is extending the Interim Provincial Education Plan, aimed at supporting students during the pandemic, for the next school year. The plan has three main priorities focused on mental health support for students and staff, reading support for students between grades 1 and 5, and support for learning opportunities in literacy and numeracy. Previously, different school boards had their own guidelines and requirements based on recommendations from local public health officials, but in February, the province asked all school divisions to follow government guidelines, including withdrawing mandatory mask rules from March. There are currently no public health orders in place regarding COVID-19. What qualifies as an outbreak: Outbreaks associated with educational settings will no longer be investigated, but local public health authorities will continue to provide support with transmission mitigation planning and standard surveillance measures.

MANITOBA

The province has lifted public health orders and provincial dashboards have been phased out, but preventative measures such as vaccination, staying home when sick and washing hands or using hand sanitizer are still recommended. The province warned that schools should be prepared for future scenarios that could require the reinstatement of public health orders and protective measures. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required. School officials are asked to stress the need for individuals to be screened for symptoms of COVID-19 and to stay home when sick. What qualifies as an outbreak: The province says schools can share how many students are absent from school or in a particular class if the numbers are higher than expected due to COVID-19 activity. When to stay home: As of April 5, 2022, the province says people with symptoms of COVID-19 should stay home and notify the school. People should self-isolate for five days after the onset of symptoms, until they are fever-free and other symptoms have improved. A well-fitting mask should also be worn for 10 days if they have to come into contact with others while sick. Virtual school: While the province says classroom learning is best and a priority, distance learning support will be available for teachers and students “whenever and wherever needed.”

ONTARIO

The province released a plan in late July outlining how to help students “catch up” with the pandemic. This included investment in programs of enhanced teaching support focused on maths and reading to close any learning gaps and expanded support for mental health. Masks and other safety guidelines: Mask requirements were lifted in the spring, and the province has given no indication that there will be changes to those policies next fall. The province said it would continue “appropriate and up-to-date” health and safety measures, including improvements to ventilation, frequent hand washing and enhanced cleaning measures. It also plans to continue giving rapid tests to schools through the end of the calendar year. What qualifies as an outbreak: Starting June 15, school boards will no longer have to report absences and closures to the province’s Absence Reporting Tool. There is no word on whether the absentee rates and school closings posted on the province’s website will continue in the fall. When to stay home: According to the 2021-2022 school safety guidelines, people who are sick should not attend school. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 or who test positive should self-isolate and follow standard isolation guidelines. Those who do not have COVID-19 can return to school if they do not have a fever and their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours, or 48 hours if there was vomiting or diarrhea. These guidelines were last updated in February and are considered archived, with no updates yet for the next school year. School Activities: Extracurricular activities such as sports, band, field trips are expected to resume. Virtual school: Distance learning will remain an option for families who want to continue with online classes, but the province emphasized its focus on returning to face-to-face learning.

KUBEK

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required at school or when using school transportation. Schools will also be provided with rapid detection tests to quickly screen students who develop symptoms during the school day. When to stay home: People with a fever should self-isolate for 24 hours until the fever is gone, regardless of the cause. If a person has COVID-19, they should self-isolate for at least five days from the onset of symptoms or from the time the person tested positive (when there are no other symptoms). For those who have already contracted COVID-19 in the previous two months and have symptoms of COVID-19, the province says isolation is not necessary again, but strongly recommends wearing a mask around others and keeping vulnerable people away, until symptoms have subsided.

NEW BRUNSWICK

As of August 18, 2022, there was no current information about COVID-19 on the province’s education website. The following information is based on guidance to the public from March 10, when the province announced measures for “living with COVID-19”. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required in indoor public spaces. When to stay home: Isolation is no longer required for the general public, but people who are sick are encouraged to stay home.

NOVA SCOTIA

Nova Scotia has also entered a phase of “living with COVID-19”. The following guidance was last updated on May 24, 2022. There is no updated pandemic guidance for the 2022-2023 school year. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required but recommended by public health in indoor public spaces. The province said mask use should be accepted and normalized in schools for those who wish to continue wearing them. Students are encouraged to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before and after sharing items. Sharing of food, drinks and other personal items such as water bottles and lip gloss is discouraged. When to stay home: Staff and students are asked to monitor for symptoms and stay home if they are sick and have symptoms.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required, but are…

title: “Covid Back To School Guidelines By Province And Territory Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-12” author: “Beatrice Hudek”

Over the course of seven waves and many variants and sub-variants, more than five million elementary and high school students have also had to deal with getting sick or having loved ones hit by the virus. As they prepare to enter what will be their fourth academic year with the pandemic, what will the new 2022-2023 school term look like? Take a look at what the next school year will look like by province and territory.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

After the emergence of Omicron, the province switched to established protocols for other circulating viral diseases, which includes “self-management.” Public health officials will focus on responding to larger clusters of outbreaks. Following are guidelines set by the province as of April 16, 2022. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are optional. Health officials encourage everyone to get vaccinated, stay home when sick and check regularly for symptoms of illness to make sure children don’t go to school while sick. If a student or staff member develops symptoms at school, they will be separated from other students or staff and sent home. Areas used by the person will be cleaned and disinfected. When to Stay Home: Students and staff are asked to stay home if they are sick or have symptoms of illness. They are asked to follow the province’s guidelines if they think they may have COVID-19, including isolating for at least five days after symptoms start or when they test positive if they have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. School Activities: All music, sports, clubs and other extracurricular activities are permitted and there are no capacity limits for gatherings and events. Virtual school: Online courses are offered.

ALBERTA

The province lifted all remaining mandatory public health protocols on June 14. Masks and other safety instructions: Mask wearing and isolation are no longer mandatory outside health facilities. Recommendations for isolation include self-isolation for five days from the onset of symptoms and wearing a mask for five days afterwards while indoors with others. What qualifies as an outbreak: According to the Edmonton school board, reporting changes from the province means it will be difficult to get an accurate picture of case numbers in schools. Some tables, such as Edmonton’s, will report the percentage of students who self-report their absence as a result of illness. When to stay home: According to the Edmonton school board, students should stay home when sick, but are no longer required to use the province’s daily health checklist. Children who get sick at school will be sent home. Virtual school: Online learning will be available with specific school boards across the province. An online learning directory breaks down the type of programs offered in various districts and school boards across the province.

Saskatchewan

The province is extending the Interim Provincial Education Plan, aimed at supporting students during the pandemic, for the next school year. The plan has three main priorities focused on mental health support for students and staff, reading support for students between grades 1 and 5, and support for learning opportunities in literacy and numeracy. Previously, different school boards had their own guidelines and requirements based on recommendations from local public health officials, but in February, the province asked all school divisions to follow government guidelines, including withdrawing mandatory mask rules from March. There are currently no public health orders in place regarding COVID-19. What qualifies as an outbreak: Outbreaks associated with educational settings will no longer be investigated, but local public health authorities will continue to provide support with transmission mitigation planning and standard surveillance measures.

MANITOBA

The province has lifted public health orders and provincial dashboards have been phased out, but preventative measures such as vaccination, staying home when sick and washing hands or using hand sanitizer are still recommended. The province warned that schools should be prepared for future scenarios that could require the reinstatement of public health orders and protective measures. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required. School officials are asked to stress the need for individuals to be screened for symptoms of COVID-19 and to stay home when sick. What qualifies as an outbreak: The province says schools can share how many students are absent from school or in a particular class if the numbers are higher than expected due to COVID-19 activity. When to stay home: As of April 5, 2022, the province says people with symptoms of COVID-19 should stay home and notify the school. People should self-isolate for five days after the onset of symptoms, until they are fever-free and other symptoms have improved. A well-fitting mask should also be worn for 10 days if they have to come into contact with others while sick. Virtual school: While the province says classroom learning is best and a priority, distance learning support will be available for teachers and students “whenever and wherever needed.”

ONTARIO

The province released a plan in late July outlining how to help students “catch up” with the pandemic. This included investment in programs of enhanced teaching support focused on maths and reading to close any learning gaps and expanded support for mental health. Masks and other safety guidelines: Mask requirements were lifted in the spring, and the province has given no indication that there will be changes to those policies next fall. The province said it would continue “appropriate and up-to-date” health and safety measures, including improvements to ventilation, frequent hand washing and enhanced cleaning measures. It also plans to continue giving rapid tests to schools through the end of the calendar year. What qualifies as an outbreak: Starting June 15, school boards will no longer have to report absences and closures to the province’s Absence Reporting Tool. There is no word on whether the absentee rates and school closings posted on the province’s website will continue in the fall. When to stay home: According to the 2021-2022 school safety guidelines, people who are sick should not attend school. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 or who test positive should self-isolate and follow standard isolation guidelines. Those who do not have COVID-19 can return to school if they do not have a fever and their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours, or 48 hours if there was vomiting or diarrhea. These guidelines were last updated in February and are considered archived, with no updates yet for the next school year. School Activities: Extracurricular activities such as sports, band, field trips are expected to resume. Virtual school: Distance learning will remain an option for families who want to continue with online classes, but the province emphasized its focus on returning to face-to-face learning.

KUBEK

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required at school or when using school transportation. Schools will also be provided with rapid detection tests to quickly screen students who develop symptoms during the school day. When to stay home: People with a fever should self-isolate for 24 hours until the fever is gone, regardless of the cause. If a person has COVID-19, they should self-isolate for at least five days from the onset of symptoms or from the time the person tested positive (when there are no other symptoms). For those who have already contracted COVID-19 in the previous two months and have symptoms of COVID-19, the province says isolation is not necessary again, but strongly recommends wearing a mask around others and keeping vulnerable people away, until symptoms have subsided.

NEW BRUNSWICK

As of August 18, 2022, there was no current information about COVID-19 on the province’s education website. The following information is based on guidance to the public from March 10, when the province announced measures for “living with COVID-19”. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are no longer required in indoor public spaces. When to stay home: Isolation is no longer required for the general public, but people who are sick are encouraged to stay home.

NOVA SCOTIA

Nova Scotia has also entered a phase of “living with COVID-19”. The following guidance was last updated on May 24, 2022. There is no updated pandemic guidance for the 2022-2023 school year. Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required but recommended by public health in indoor public spaces. The province said mask use should be accepted and normalized in schools for those who wish to continue wearing them. Students are encouraged to wash their hands or use hand sanitizer before and after sharing items. Sharing of food, drinks and other personal items such as water bottles and lip gloss is discouraged. When to stay home: Staff and students are asked to monitor for symptoms and stay home if they are sick and have symptoms.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Masks and other safety instructions: Masks are not required, but are…