Updated on April 2, 2025
Following a thorough review of available public health data, indicating a decline in respiratory virus transmission, Health & Wellness is updating its masking requirements.
As of March 31, masking is encouraged but not required in the Health & Wellness Centre at 700 Bay St., except when experiencing respiratory symptoms. Anyone experiencing respiratory symptoms in the clinics will be required to wear a mask. Examples of symptoms include but are not limited to cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, chest pain and fever. Health & Wellness continues to be a mask-friendly environment. As always, we encourage staff and students to perform their own risk assessment and wear a mask anywhere and at any time they choose.
Students presenting to H&W in either mental health or primary care will still be asked to screen for symptoms of COVID-19. Students are reminded to call reception if they become symptomatic to discuss options for care (virtual, defer or come into the clinic masked), as is appropriate for the situation.
If you have a clinical condition that prevents you from wearing a mask, please inform a reception staff. We will facilitate a discussion between you and the clinician.
We will continue to evaluate masking practices and policies as risk levels change in the coming months and in accordance with any changes in provincial guidance.
