Coronavirus
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Laurier students could face suspension for breaking COVID-19 rules
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At the beginning of September, multiple large parties were held by university and college students across the province. COVID-19 cases have been steadily on the rise, with 55,362 current active cases in Ontario. Videos of student parties with attendees breaking social circle rules have been shared on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, sparking public criticism…
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One new confirmed case of COVID-19 from a Laurier student
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Wilfrid Laurier University has confirmed that a student on the Waterloo campus has tested positive for COVID-19, in a new release published on Sept. 30. The individual is in quarantine and does not live in a Laurier residence building. This case is being managed by regional public health and anyone identified as being a high-risk…
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How Laurier plans to combat street parties and unsanctioned gatherings during COVID-19
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On Sept. 28, 700 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Ontario, a single-day record for the province. With the number of cases continuing to rise, Wilfrid Laurier University has emphasized the importance of ensuring that students continue to follow public health protocol, especially now that many have returned to the region. This year, Laurier’s Homecoming…
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Dos and don’ts of COVID testing
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Ontario recorded 700 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday after 41,100 tests were processed, marking the highest single-day increase of daily infections in the province. Testing centers in Waterloo Region are being pushed to their limits. Kitchener’s drive-thru COVID-19 testing site on Glasgow Street closed early on Sept. 23, after staff allegedly faced violent threats…
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Elevating Laurier Leaders speaker series moves online
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Wilfrid Laurier University has brought its four-part Elevating Laurier Leaders (ELL) series to a virtual format hosted over Zoom this year. The series aims to bring together accomplished Laurier alumnae to advance women’s leadership. “Through these events, Laurier is establishing a strong and supportive community of women from diverse industries and backgrounds who are dedicated…
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Fighting flu season during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Amidst a global pandemic, we must not forget about the other illnesses, diseases and viruses that threaten the health of individuals and the larger community. During the COVID-19 shutdown, non-essential surgeries and medical treatments were put on hold due to the spike in hospitalized coronavirus cases. People were also discouraged from going to the hospital…
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When can I expect the next season of The Witcher?: COVID-19’s impact on the film industry
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As a result of the COVID-19 lockdown, streaming services like Netflix saw a massive influx of users worldwide, claiming an all-time high for their subscription numbers in 2020’s first quarter. This was to be expected when people had nothing else to do but stay home and watch TV. But after the initial shock of COVID-19, we are left…
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The onset of the COVID-19 second wave: why numbers are rising and how we’re fighting the surge
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Last week, 28 students at Western University tested positive for the virus. Their interactions were traced to gatherings at local restaurants and nightclubs while they shared drinks and e-cigarettes; another seven cases were linked to a single house party. Wilfrid Laurier University also announced over the weekend that four of its students tested positive. After…
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Waterloo regional council votes unanimously to extend mask bylaw into the spring
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The Waterloo Regional Council has unanimously voted in favour of extending the mask bylaw into the spring in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The bylaw was originally put into effect on July 13 and was slated to remain until Sept. 30, with the option for the council to extend it. The bylaw…
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Waterloo Region reported to be entering second wave of COVID-19 pandemic
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According to CTV News Kitchener, Waterloo Region has started a new wave of COVID-19 after reporting 29 new cases Tuesday morning. The Waterloo Region COVID-19 summary shows that there are currently 142 active cases of COVID-19, a number that continues to climb after 42 active cases were reported on Sept. 1. During a media briefing…
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