Coronavirus COVID-19 Information
GPRC Staff & Student Isolation RegistryGPRC Mental Health ResourcesHow to Protect Yourself
(printable poster) What's the Risk to Albertans? Alberta Health Link Information from the
Government of Canada
(printable poster) What's the Risk to Albertans? Alberta Health Link Information from the
Government of Canada
Grande Prairie Regional College is closely monitoring the outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. The Province of Alberta declared a state of emergency under the Public Health Act on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.
GPRC is taking guidance from public health agencies at the local, provincial and federal level. These agencies are closely monitoring the outbreak, conducting surveillance and appropriate laboratory testing, and providing public health and infection-control guidance.
Please note that misinformation about the coronavirus is circulating on social media. For accurate information, please visit the Alberta government’s website.
Symptoms and Precautions
Symptoms for COVID-19 are similar to those for influenza or other respiratory illnesses. The most common symptoms include fever, cough, and extreme tiredness. To speak to a healthcare professional about symptoms, call Alberta Health Link at 811.
To minimize the spread of any respiratory virus, it is recommended that the following procedures be practiced:
- Students, staff and faculty members who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for a 14 day period from when they had contact.
- Engage in good hand-hygiene practices, such as frequent hand-washing. Soap and hand sanitizer stations at GPRC campuses and facilities are being monitored, however, use of hand sanitizer has increased exponentially which has reduced our surplus stock. Please continue to wash your hands with soap and water regularly.
- Students and staff who are self-isolating must register online.
- Use a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw it in a garbage bin lined with a plastic bag. Wash your hands immediately after that. If you don’t have a tissue, sneeze or cough into your sleeve.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Maintain a least 1 metre (3 feet) between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
- Clean and disinfect surfaces that are used often and shared by everyone. GPRC has implemented additional cleaning of common areas as required.
- Contact your primary health provider or Health Link 811 if you have questions or concerns about your health.
Isolation recommendations:
- Avoid close contact with other people, especially those with chronic conditions, a compromised immune system, or seniors.
- Do not attend work, school, social events or any other public gatherings.
- Watch for symptoms like fever, cough or difficulty breathing in yourself or a family member.
- Call Health Link 811 for instructions if any symptoms begin.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020 4:00pm MST
What Does this Mean for GPRC Students?
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly, and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- GPRC has made the difficult decision to cancel the Grande Prairie campus Convocation scheduled for May 2, 2020.
- While we had hoped the event could proceed, the reality is we anticipate the public health measures necessary to prevent the spread of the COVID-19, to continue for the weeks to come.
- This is very disappointing, but it is important we support the work underway across the province to prevent the spread of illness.
- To our students, GPRC extends its sincere thank you for your understanding as well as our congratulations on your accomplishments.
- Although GPRC’s Convocation ceremonies have been cancelled, students who are planning on finishing their certificate or diploma this semester must still apply to graduate, so their transcripts are correct.
- Log into your myGPRC account, click “My Courses” and “Graduation”, check the appropriate box(es) and complete the form.
- We recommend you apply as soon as you are confident you will complete all of your courses successfully.
- GPRC adjusted its course withdraw period.
- Students can withdraw from a course on or before Wednesday, April 8, 2020 and receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- Students who withdrew on Monday, March 16, 2020 or after will now receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- GPRC did not adjust its Grading Systems as part of its response to COVID-19.
- This direction is consistent with that taken by the majority of post-secondary institutions in the province.
- We are confident in our faculty’s abilities to continue with the letter grade system and students will receive grades that accurately reflect their work and achievement in their courses.
- GPRC Residences currently remain open. Students who are able to go home are being strongly encouraged to do so. Please check in with Residence staff before your departure.
- Students who remain in residence will be expected to uphold strict social distancing guidelines as determined by residence staff in consultation with public health agencies.
- Final exams will take place online or by other distance means during the scheduled April 15 - 25, 2020 exam period.
- GPRC continues to work with its partner, Finning Canada, on student placement experiences for ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma students.
- All GPRC employees are now working from home.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses are now closed with limited access.
- Student support services have moved online. For a list of online resources, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
Employee and Student Travel
- Students, staff and faculty returning from international travel after March 9, 2020 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for 14 days from the time of arrival in Canada, even if they are feeling well.
- Supervisors of staff and faculty members who are currently travelling outside of Canada should try to contact their employee ahead of the employee’s return to campus date.
- All College-related international travel is prohibited including prior approved conferences and professional development activities. Employees, please contact Finance to follow up regarding reimbursement.
- All personal international travel is strongly discouraged.
- All College-related non-essential domestic air travel is prohibited.
- We strongly urge extreme caution and judgment for your personal domestic travel.
Prior approved domestic travel for GPRC related matters, including professional development, will need to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis with your supervisor to determine if travel is still appropriate. Updated information for GPRC employees travel insurance can be found on the Human Resources SharePoint site (Employee only access).
Visitors to Campus
All visitors and contractors are expected to take all reasonable precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to members of the College community, including the precautions described above.
Past Updates
Friday, March 27, 2020 3:15pm MST
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly, and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- GPRC is adjusting its course withdraw period.
- Students can withdraw from a course on or before Wednesday, April 8, 2020 and receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- Students who withdrew on Monday, March 16, 2020 or after will now receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- GPRC students who are completing their program still need to apply to graduate by Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
- Log into your myGPRC account, check the appropriate box(es) and complete the form.
- GPRC Residences currently remain open. Students who are able to go home are being strongly encouraged to do so. Please check in with Residence staff before your departure.
- Students who remain in residence will be expected to uphold strict social distancing guidelines as determined by residence staff in consultation with public health agencies.
- Final exams will take place online or by other distance means during the scheduled April 15 - 25, 2020 exam period.
- GPRC continues to work with its partner, Finning Canada, on student placement experiences for ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma students.
- All GPRC employees are now working from home.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses are now closed with limited access.
- Student support services have moved online. For a list of online resources, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
Thursday, March 26, 2020 5:45pm MST
GPRC’s President and CEO thanks the GPRC College community – students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve – for their support of GPRC’s COVID-19 response. Read the full letter here.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly, and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- GPRC is adjusting its course withdraw period.
- Students can withdraw from a course on or before Wednesday, April 8, 2020 and receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- Students who withdrew on Monday, March 16, 2020 or after will now receive a ‘W’ on their transcript.
- GPRC understands the sudden change in program delivery is a challenge for many of our students and this change provides students an opportunity to adjust their course load.
- GPRC students who are completing their program still need to apply to graduate.
- If you'll be completing your certificate or diploma program this academic year, complete your graduation application through myGPRC.
- Log into your myGPRC account, click “My Courses” and “Graduation”, check the appropriate box(es) and complete the form.
- The deadline to apply is April 1, 2020.
- GPRC Residences currently remain open. Students who are able to go home are being strongly encouraged to do so.
- Students are not required to remain on campus.
- Students who remain in residence will be expected to uphold strict social distancing guidelines as determined by residence staff in consultation with public health agencies.
- If a student chooses to leave residence, they must:
- Inform residence staff before departure.
- Take all belongings.
- If you have previously left residence, please contact residence staff immediately at gpresidence@gprc.ab.ca or fvresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- Final exams will take place during the scheduled April 15 - 25, 2020 exam period.
- Exams will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website here for more details.
- Animal Health Technology, Power Engineering, Parts and Material and Motorcycle Mechanic Certificates have transitioned appropriate course work to online delivery.
- GPRC continues to work with its partner, Finning Canada, on student placement experiences for ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma students.
- All GPRC employees transitioned to working from home on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- To ensure GPRC continues to function, a small group of essential staff supported by on-call staff will remain on campus. Access to the buildings will be restricted.
- As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the community, we will be constantly reassessing the timelines of when all staff will be asked to return to both campuses, in consultation with the provincial government and provincial health officials.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses are now closed with limited access.
- All support services such as the library, academic success centre and mental health services have moved online. For a list of online resources for students, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
- Any students who still have belongings in their locker are asked to contact Security to be let in at 780-539-2700 (Grande Prairie) and 780-835-6664 (Fairview).
- GPRC is requiring all employees who have travelled internationally or have been in contact with an individual with symptoms of COVID-19 to self-isolate for 14 days to prevent the spread of illness. All employees who are self-isolating must check in here.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 4:15pm MST
GPRC’s President and CEO thanks the GPRC College community – students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve – for their support of GPRC’s COVID-19 response. Read the full letter here.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly, and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- Most GPRC classes resumed online on Thursday, March 19, 2020, with the rest beginning the week of Monday, March 23.
- GPRC is considering an extension to the withdraw date and consulting with other post-secondary institutions in the province.
- A decision and update will be released to you soon.
- GPRC students who are completing their program still need to apply to convocate.
- If you'll be completing your certificate or diploma program this academic year, complete your graduation application through myGPRC.
- Log into your myGPRC account, click “My Courses” and “Graduation”, check the appropriate box(es) and complete the form.
- The deadline to apply to convocate is April 1, 2020.
- GPRC Residences currently remain open. Students who are able to go home are being strongly encouraged to do so.
- Students are not required to remain on campus.
- Students who remain in residence will be expected to uphold strict social distancing guidelines as determined by residence staff in consultation with public health agencies.
- If a student chooses to leave residence, they must:
- Inform residence staff before departure.
- Take all belongings.
- If you have previously left residence, please contact residence staff immediately at gpresidence@gprc.ab.ca or fvresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- Final exams will take place during the scheduled April 15 - 25, 2020 exam period.
- Exams will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website here for more details.
- GPRC Trades Certificate programs:
- Harley-Davidson® Technician Certificate program that started February 24, 2020 has been cancelled. Enrolled students will be contacted regarding next steps.
- Animal Health Technology, Power Engineering, Parts and Material and Motorcycle Mechanic Certificates will deliver appropriate course work online by the week of March 23.
- This will vary by program. Students can contact the Chair of their individual program with any questions.
- ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma:
- GPRC continues to work with Finning Canada on how to proceed. Details to come.
- All GPRC employees transitioned to working from home on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- To ensure GPRC continues to function, a small group of essential staff supported by on-call staff will remain on campus. Access to the buildings will be restricted.
- As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the community, we will be constantly reassessing the timelines of when all staff will be asked to return to both campuses, in consultation with the provincial government and provincial health officials.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses are now closed with limited access.
- All support services such as the library, academic success centre and mental health services have moved online. For a list of online resources for students, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
- Any students who still have belongings in their locker are asked to contact Security to be let in at 780-539-2700 (Grande Prairie) and 780-835-6664 (Fairview).
- GPRC is requiring all employees who have travelled internationally or have been in contact with an individual with symptoms of COVID-19 to self-isolate for 14 days to prevent the spread of illness. All employees who are self-isolating must check in here.
Monday, March 23, 2020 3:10pm MST
GPRC’s President and CEO thanks the GPRC College community – students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve – for their support of GPRC’s COVID-19 response. Read the full letter here.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page that is updated regularly, and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- Most GPRC classes resumed online on Thursday, March 19, 2020, with the rest beginning the week of Monday, March 23.
- GPRC Residences currently remain open. Students who are able to go home are being strongly encouraged to do so.
- Students are not required to remain on campus.
- Students who remain in residence will be expected to uphold strict social distancing guidelines as determined by residence staff in consultation with public health agencies.
- If a student chooses to leave residence, they must:
- Inform residence staff before departure.
- Take all belongings.
- If you have previously left residence, please contact residence staff immediately at gpresidence@gprc.ab.ca or fvresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- Final exams will take place during the exam period scheduled for April 15-25, 2020 and will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website here for more details.
- GPRC Trades Certificate programs:
- Harley-Davidson® Technician Certificate program that started February 24, 2020 has been cancelled. Enrolled students will be contacted regarding next steps.
- Animal Health Technology, Power Engineering, Parts and Material and Motorcycle Mechanic Certificates will deliver appropriate course work online by the week of March 23.
- This will vary by program. Students can contact the Chair of their individual program with any questions.
- ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma:
- GPRC continues to work with Finning Canada on how to proceed. Details to come.
- All GPRC employees transitioned to working from home on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- To ensure GPRC continues to function, a small group of essential staff supported by on-call staff will remain on campus. Access to the buildings will be restricted.
- As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the community, we will be constantly reassessing the timelines of when all staff will be asked to return to both campuses, in consultation with the provincial government and provincial health officials.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses closed with limited access starting at the end of the day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- All support services such as the library, academic success centre and mental health services have moved online. For a list of online resources for students, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
- Any students who still have belongings in their locker are asked to contact Security to be let in at 780-539-2700 (Grande Prairie) and 780-835-6664 (Fairview).
- GPRC is requiring all employees who have travelled internationally or have been in contact with an individual with symptoms of COVID-19 to self-isolate and not come on campus to prevent the spread of illness for 14 days. All employees who are self-isolating must check in here.
Friday, March 20, 2020 2:30pm MST
GPRC’s President and CEO thanks the GPRC College community – students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve – for their support of GPRC’s COVID-19 response. Read the full letter here.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page and a central e-mail address for students and the public. E-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- GPRC classes resumed online on Thursday, March 19, 2020.
- Final exams will take place during the exam period scheduled for April 15-25, 2020 and will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website here for more details.
- GPRC Trades Certificate programs:
- Harley-Davidson® Technician Certificate program that started February 24, 2020 has been cancelled. Enrolled students will be contacted regarding next steps.
- Animal Health Technology, Power Engineering, Parts and Material and Motorcycle Mechanic Certificates will deliver appropriate course work online by the week of March 23.
- This will vary by program. Students can contact the Chair of their individual program with any questions.
- ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma:
- GPRC continues to work with Finning Canada on how to proceed. Details to come.
- All GPRC employees will transition to working from home by the end of day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- The College remains operational and students can access the services and supports they need online, by telephone, via e-mail and other means.
- As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the community, we will be constantly reassessing the timelines of when all staff will be asked to return to both campuses, in consultation with the provincial government and provincial health officials.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses will close with limited access starting at the end of the day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- All support services such as the library, academic success centre and mental health services have moved online. For a list of online resources for students, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
- Students who have not removed belongings from their locker by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020 will need to contact Security at 780-539-2700 (Grande Prairie) or 780-835-6664 (Fairview) to access their belongings.
- GPRC Residence will remain open.
- Students are not required to remain on campus with courses moving online.
- If a student chooses to leave residence, they must:
- Check in with residence staff before departure.
- Take all belongings.
- If you have previously left residence, please contact residence staff immediately.
- Grande Prairie: gpresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- Fairview: fvresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- GPRC is requiring all employees who have travelled internationally or have been in contact with an individual with symptoms of COVID-19 to self-isolate and not come on campus to prevent the spread of illness for 14 days. All employees who are self-isolating must check in here.
Thursday, March 19, 2020 4:30pm MST
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page and a central e-mail address for students and the public.
- Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page to find answers to your questions at gprc.me/COVID19FAQ.
- If you have additional questions, e-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
- Most GPRC classes resumed online on Thursday, March 19, 2020.
- At this point, students on practicums or other practical experiences can coordinate with local supervisors.
- Final exams will take place during the exam period scheduled for April 15-25, 2020.
- Final exams will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website for more details.
- More details for GPRC students will be available as soon as possible.
- GPRC Trades Certificate programs:
- Harley-Davidson® Technician Certificate program that started February 24, 2020 has been cancelled. Enrolled students will be contacted regarding next steps.
- Animal Health Technology, Power Engineering, Parts and Material and Motorcycle Mechanic Certificates will deliver appropriate course work online by the week of March 23.
- This will vary by program. Students can contact the Chair of their individual program with any questions.
- ThinkBIG Service Technician Diploma:
- GPRC continues to work with Finning Canada on how to proceed. Details to come.
- All GPRC employees will transition to working from home by the end of day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- The College remains operational and students can access the services and supports they need online, by telephone, via e-mail and other means.
- To ensure GPRC continues to function, a small group of essential staff supported by on-call staff will remain on campus. Access to the buildings will be restricted.
- As the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in the community, we will be constantly reassessing the timelines of when all staff will be asked to return to both campuses in consultation with the provincial government and provincial health officials.
- GPRC buildings on both campuses will close with limited access starting at the end of the day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- All support services such as the library, academic success centre and mental health services has moved online. For a list of online resources for students, visit gprc.me/onlineresources.
- Any student who has rented a locker is asked to remove all belongings before end of day on Friday, March 20, 2020.
- After 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020 students will need to contact Security at 780-539-2700 (Grande Prairie) and 780-835-6664 (Fairview) to access belongings in their locker.
- GPRC Residence will remain open.
- Students are not required to remain on campus with courses moving online.
- If a student chooses to leave residence, they must:
- Check in with residence staff before departure.
- Take all belongings.
- If you have previously left residence, please contact residence staff immediately.
- Grande Prairie: gpresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- Fairview: fvresidence@gprc.ab.ca
- GPRC instructors are encouraged to maintain office hours virtually. Students can contact their instructors for support by telephone, email or online to ensure we are limiting contact and preventing the spread of illness.
- GPRC is working closely with our local emergency preparedness partners in the region and is following the direction and advice from Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services and Health Canada.
- GPRC is requiring all employees who have travelled internationally or have been in contact with an individual with symptoms of COVID-19 to self-isolate and not come on campus to prevent the spread of illness for 14 days. All employees who are self-isolating must check in here.
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 5:26pm MST
- In-person classes have been cancelled effective Monday, March 16, 2020.
- Includes all Trades and Apprenticeship programs.
- Includes all in-person Continuing Education courses. Online courses will run as scheduled.
- GPRC will transition classes to online delivery. Most classes will resume via this method, on Thursday, March 19, 2020.
- At this point, students on practicums or other practical experiences can coordinate with local supervisors.
- GPRC final exams will take place during the exam period scheduled for April 15-25, 2020.
- Final exams will not occur in-person.
- Students will not be expected to be on campus during exams but will require access to proper technology – e.g. computer, internet connection.
- You can find more information on our FAQ page.
- Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training has provided updated information for Trades students. Visit the AIT website for more details.
- More details for GPRC students will be available as soon as possible.
- GPRC instructors are encouraged to maintain office hours virtually. Students can contact their instructors for support by telephone, email or online to ensure we are limiting contact and preventing the spread of illness.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page and a central e-mail address for students and the public.
- Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page to find answers to your questions gprc.me/COVID19FAQ.
- If you have additional questions, e-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
COVID-19 and GPRC: Frequently Asked Questions
- GPRC facilities remain open but with limited access:
- Main entrance remains open.
- Some entrances to main buildings are now closed. Use main entrances if you need to come on campus.
- Facilities that are currently not in use are closed.
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- Online options are available for students to access library service. Visit gprc.me/library.
- GPRC Fitness Centres on both campuses are closed.
- GPRC Climbing Gym is closed.
- On-campus daycare facilities are closed.
- The GPRC Fine Arts Conservatory is closed.
- GPRC Testing Centre is closed.
- GPRC Continuing Education office is closed.
- Staff are working remotely. Call 780-539-2014 if you require assistance.
- On-Campus Friendship Centre is closed.
- Food Services on both campuses is closed.
- Main entrance remains open.
- GPRC is working closely with Residence. At this time, residences remain open.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020 4:30pm MST
- In-person classes have been cancelled effective Monday, March 16, 2020.
- Includes all Trades and Apprenticeship programs.
- Includes all in-person Continuing Education courses. Online courses will run as scheduled.
- GPRC will transition classes to online delivery. Most classes will resume via this method, on Thursday, March 19, 2020. More details to come.
- At this point, students on practicums or other practical experiences can coordinate with local supervisors.
- GPRC is currently exploring its options for how it will conduct final exams for students.
- GPRC continues to work with Apprenticeship and Industry Training and provincial government officials on direction for our trades and apprenticeship students.
- GPRC instructors are encouraged to maintain office hours virtually. Students can contact their instructors for support by telephone, email or online to ensure we are limiting contact and preventing the spread of illness.
- GPRC has a Frequently Asked Questions page and a central e-mail address for students and the public.
- Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page to find answers to your questions gprc.me/COVID19FAQ.
- If you have additional questions, e-mail us at covid19@gprc.ab.ca.
COVID-19 and GPRC: Frequently Asked Questions
- GPRC facilities remain open but with limited access:
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- Online options are available for students to access library service. Visit gprc.me/library.
- GPRC Fitness Centres on both campuses are closed.
- GPRC Climbing Gym is closed.
- On-campus daycare facilities are closed.
- The GPRC Fine Arts Conservatory is closed.
- GPRC Testing Centre is closed.
- On-Campus Friendship Centre is closed.
- Food Services on both campuses is closed.
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- GPRC is working closely with Residence. At this time, residences remain open.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled.
Monday, March 16, 2020 4:50pm MST
- In-person classes are now cancelled effective Monday, March 16, 2020.
- Includes all Trades and Apprenticeship programs.
- Includes all in-person Continuing Education courses. Online courses will run as scheduled.
- GPRC will transition classes to online delivery. Most classes will resume via this method, on Thursday, March 19, 2020. More details to come.
- At this point, students on practicums or other practical experiences can coordinate with local supervisors.
- GPRC is currently exploring its options for how it will conduct final exams for students.
- GPRC continues to work with Apprenticeship and Industry Training and provincial government officials to accommodate trades and apprenticeship students.
- GPRC facilities remain open but with limited access:
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- Online options are available for students to access library service. Visit gprc.me/library.
- GPRC Fitness Centres on both campuses are closed.
- GPRC Climbing Gym is closed.
- On-campus daycare facilities are closed.
- The GPRC Fine Arts Conservatory is closed.
- GPRC Testing Centre is closed.
- Food Services on both campuses is closed.
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- GPRC is working closely with Residence. At this time, residences remain open.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled.
Sunday, March 15, 2020 6:30pm MST
- In-person classes are now cancelled effective Monday, March 16, 2020.
- Includes all Trades and Apprenticeship programs.
- Includes all in-person Continuing Education courses. Online courses will run as scheduled.
- GPRC will transition classes to online delivery. More details will come soon.
- This decision follows the direction provided by provincial health officials.
- Classes already delivered online will continue.
- At this point, students on practicums or other practical experiences can coordinate with local supervisors.
- GPRC facilities remain open but with limited access:
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- Online options are available for students to access library service. Visit gprc.me/library.
- GPRC Fitness Centres on both campuses are closed.
- GPRC Climbing Gym is closed.
- On-campus daycare facilities are closed.
- The GPRC Fine Arts Conservatory is closed.
- Food Services on both campuses is closed.
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses remain open and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- GPRC is working closely with Residence. At this time, residences remain open.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled.
Sunday, March 15, 2020 3:00pm MST
- At this time classes will continue as scheduled Monday, March 16, 2020. Students, faculty and staff are to use hygiene practises that will minimize the spread of the virus.
- This decision is based on advice provided by Alberta Health and Advanced Education.
- GPRC is constantly reassessing this in consultation with provincial officials.
- Contingencies are being put in place in the event the College needs to shift its delivery of programming for students.
- GPRC facilities remain open.
- Over the weekend our staff made adjustments to common spaces to encourage social distancing. For example, tables and chairs in these spaces are repositioned to maintain safe distances to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
- GPRC Libraries on both campuses will remain open at this time and measures are in place to encourage social distancing.
- Online options are available for students to access library service. Visit gprc.me/library.
- GPRC is working closely with its students living in residence to maintain their health and safety. At this time, residences remain open.
- Students, staff and faculty members who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for a 14 day period from when they had contact.
- Soap and hand sanitizer stations are being monitored to support proper hand hygiene and additional cleaning is being done as required. Hand sanitizer use has increased exponentially which has reduced our surplus stock. Please continue to wash your hands with soap and water regularly.
- Students and staff who are self-isolating must register online.
- Contingency plans are now being put in the place to ensure the continuity of teaching and learning for GPRC students.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled until further notice to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Friday, March 13, 2020 4:00pm MST
- At this time classes will continue as scheduled Monday, March 16, 2020. Students, faculty and staff are to use hygiene practises that will minimize the spread of the virus.
- Students, staff and faculty members who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for a 14 day period from when they had contact.
- Food Service delivery has been adjusted to remove communal products. Common staff kitchenettes or beverage areas within departments are to be used for handwashing purposes only to limit any potential spread of the virus through use of communal dishes and cutlery.
- Soap and hand sanitizer stations are being monitored to support proper hand hygiene and additional cleaning is being done as required. Hand sanitizer use has increased exponentially which has reduced our surplus stock. Please continue to wash your hands with soap and water regularly.
- Students and staff who are self-isolating must register online.
- Contingency plans are now being put in the place to ensure the continuity of teaching and learning for GPRC students.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled until further notice to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Thursday, March 12, 2020 4:00pm MST
- Students, staff and faculty returning from international travel after March 9, 2020 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for 14 days from the time of arrival in Canada, even if they are feeling well.
- Supervisors of staff and faculty members that are currently travelling outside of Canada should try to contact their employee ahead of the employee’s return to campus date.
- Students, staff and faculty members who have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 must isolate themselves from GPRC premises for a 14 day period from when they had contact.
- All College-related international travel is prohibited including prior approved conferences and professional development activities. Please contact Finance to follow up regarding reimbursement.
- All personal international travel is strongly discouraged.
- All College-related non-essential domestic air travel is prohibited.
- We strongly urge extreme caution and judgment for your personal domestic travel.
- Many GPRC hosted events have been cancelled until further notice to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Inquiries
All inquiries from the public or students:
- Visit our Frequently Asked Question page at gprc.me/COVID19FAQ
- E-mail: covid19@gprc.ab.ca
- Call: GPRC's Student Services department at 780-539-2944.
Media
| Mark Evans Director, Communications and Marketing, Communications and Marketing | |
|---|---|
| Office: E219 Phone: (780) 539-2951 Email: MEvans@gprc.ab.ca | |
Other Inquiries
| Nathaniel Smith Manager, Enterprise Risk, Facilities - Maintenance and Operations | |
|---|---|
| Office: G106 Phone: (780) 539-2925 Email: NSmith@GPRC.ab.ca | |