Lakehead University COVID-19 Student Quarantine Commitment Plan

Lakehead University is momentarily awaiting approval of its’ COVID-19 Readiness plan. As such all students prior to travelling from outside of Canada should check IRCC’s website to ensure that Lakehead University has been updated on the designated learning institution list (DLI) prior to travel at:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students.html

You can proceed to submit your quarantine plan for approval but at this time we are momentarily not able to issue the quarantine approval letter necessary to be considered for entry to Canada to study until our institution has been updated on the IRCC DLI list (very soon). Thank you for your patience and under during this unprecedented time!

Dear Students Travelling from Outside of Canada,

Lakehead University is looking forward to welcoming back new and returning students. As part of Lakehead University’s COVID-19 Readiness Plan there are important procedures and protocols that you must follow and must be aware of as a Lakehead student travelling from outside of Canada. All students arriving to study at Lakehead University from outside of Canada are required to fill out and submit a detailed 14 day quarantine commitment plan for approval by Lakehead International (LUI) -96 hours (4 business days)- prior to travelling to Canada.

Your 14-day quarantine plan must ensure that you have demonstrated a well thought out quarantine safety plan. Your mandatory 14-day self-isolation quarantine plan begins immediately upon arrival and entry to Canada. As such you your travel plan to Canada must allow 14 days of quarantine before the start of your classes.

Lakehead University's campus is closed between December 24th, 2002 to January 2, 2021. As such all students arriving from outside of Canada are strongly encouraged to plan their arrival 14 days before classes start for the beginning of Lakehead’s Winter 2021 term which starts January 02, 2021. The decision to allow entry to Canada will rest with border officers at the port of entry. As such please visit the IRCC website to ensure that you have met all requirements and that you can demonstrate to the Canadian border officials that you have allowed sufficient time to complete your quarantine before any in-person classes start. Visit IRCC's website for the most up to date information: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/service-delivery/coronavirus/temporary-residence/study-permit.html#sec1.3

Please review the quarantine information planning document carefully so that you are aware of your responsibilities as a student travelling from outside of Canada.

Not following proper government of Canada and DLI Covid-19 Readiness protocols may result in being denied entry into the country, also students allowed entry to Canada can face steep fines for non-compliance of quarantine rules in certain situations.

The health and safety of our students at Lakehead University is our number one priority. Lakehead follows the recommendations of various authorities including the government of Canada and provincial and local public health authorities.

Please carefully read each quarantine information planning section listed below and then complete the mandatory online quarantine commitment plan. The information on this form will be electronically and confidentially submitted to the International Office at Lakehead University.

Allow 96 hours after submission to be contacted by Lakehead University to either help you adjust your quarantine plan to meet government guidelines (if necessary), or to approve your plan and provide you with a Quarantine Approval Letter that you will need to present to CBSA to be considered for entry into Canada.

CHECK HERE FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION ON TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students.html

PLEASE NOTE:

1. Students travelling from outside of Canada must have their quarantine plans pre-approved by their designated learning institution (DLI) to ensure the quarantine requirements laid out in the institution’s COVID-19 Readiness Plan submitted to the government is adhered to. As such only students arriving from outside of Canada who follow this quarantine approval letter process will be eligible to travel and to be considered for entry to Canada.

2. For compliance with Lakehead University’s COVID-19 Readiness Plan, only students arriving from outside of Canada that plan to live in Thunder Bay (Thunder Bay Campus) or Simcoe County (Orillia Campus) are eligible for quarantine approval letters. Lakehead University cannot approve a quarantine plan if you are staying outside of these locations to ensure that we are complying with our COVID-19 Readiness Plan requirements outlined to government officials.

3. All international students arriving from outside of Canada are automatically pre-registered in Ontario’s University Health Insurance Program (UHIP) once we confirm they will be arriving. International Student Services and the English Language Center coordinates with the Lakehead Finance department to ensure that our students have health care coverage with either UHIP or GUARD Me coverage which covers healthcare needs (including COVID-19) for all students. Fees for healthcare coverage are appropriately added to each individual student account and is included in their semester fee coverage. Also note additional Extended Health Care coverage is available at the beginning of each semester through Lakehead Universities Student Union (LUSU). More information on the extended health insurance plan can be found here: https://lusu.ca/healthplan/

International Student Check List

1. Plan your Arrival

Review the Lakehead University International Student Quarantine Plan and submit your Quarantine E-form request here: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/current/before/international-student-quarantine-plan This is required for entry into Canada as Lakehead University is assuming responsibility for monitoring your quarantine to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on our campuses. Once you submit your request you must wait for approval from LUI. If approved you will be provide a Quarantine Approval Letter. You must print and carry with you your Quarantine Approval Letter for presentation at the port of entry
Make sure you are aware of the start date of your classes and plan to arrive at least 14 days prior to complete your quarantine period prior to classes starting. Click here for more information about class start dates. For English Language program students please follow this link for more information on the start date of your program. Students arriving for the Fall 2020 semester and Winter 2021 semester must occur prior to December 14^th or after January 2^nd. This ensures that no students are arriving from outside Canada during the holiday break, December 24, 2020- January 2, 2021 when Lakehead University is closed. Quarantine plans that do not observe these travel requirements will not be approved by Lakehead University. No exceptions.
In addition to the Quarantine Approval Letter you will be provided a free taxi voucher that will take you from the airport to your quarantine location. This transportation voucher will be dated for the date you provide as your arrival to please ensure this information is correct on your form. You are not able to stop anywhere between the airport and your place of quarantine for the next 14 days- so plan accordingly.Save the Lakehead International Emergency Numbers in your Phone.
Download the ArriveCAN app.
Prior to arrival please ensure that you are familiar with Canada Health’s requirements for appropriate cleaning and disinfection standards for COVID-19 in preparation for your quarantine in Canada.
Please review the following links:
Proper cleaning: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/prevention-risks/cleaning-disinfecting.html and
Cleaning products:https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/disinfectants/covid-19.html to ensure that they are familiar with Canada Health’s requirements for appropriate cleaning and disinfection standards for COVID-19 in preparation for their quarantine in Canada
Please make yourself familiar with our physical distancing signs as they may be different from what you are used to seeing. The will be posted on all entrances to buildings and rooms. Please visit the following website to review. https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/social-distancing.aspx
Save the Lakehead International Emergency Numbers in your Phone

Thunder Bay Campus: 1-807-631-4123 (during your travels and arrival) 1-807-627-8701 (after you arrive)

Orillia Campus: 1-705-323-0074

Quarantine Accommodations:

You must have your Quarantine living accommodations arranged prior to travelling and approved by Lakehead International via your Quarantine Commitment Plan.

You can make your own private living arrangements however it is strongly recommended that you quarantine at Lakehead University Campus Residence.

Lakehead University Residence is offering Quarantine Accommodations for any students and dependents travelling internationally to Thunder Bay or Orillia and requiring 14 day self-isolation.

THUNDER BAY CAMPUS:

Thunder Bay campus Residence is offering a special 14 day quarantine rate of $600. If you have dependents or family members traveling with you, they can stay with you in the residence for an additional fee of $50 per extra bedroom. If you are a student planning to stay in residence for the term you can continue to remain in residence after your quarantine is cleared and residence will make those arrangements when you apply.

If you have off campus housing arranged, once you are cleared of your quarantine you can relocate to live in the Thunder Bay community should that be preferable.

During normal operating hours residence has food services available for you to order to your room which is very convenient. You also have the option of local grocery delivery or food delivery such as skip the dishes.

Residence has staff on 24 hours a day and you will be required to have daily check ins as stated in the quarantine commitment plan.

Covid testing during your quarantine will be arranged to come directly to your room as we do not want any travel within the community. *In the instance that a student or dependent tests positive for Covid-19 they will be required to quarantine for an additional 14 days (total of 28 days). Residence can accommodate the time extension and they will not be charged any additional fees.

Here is the link to apply to the Thunder Bay Campus Residence: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/students/student-life/residence/tb/applying-to-residence-2

ORILLIA CAMPUS:

Lakehead Orillia campus residence is providing quarantine accommodations for students that are arriving to Orillia internationally. Please visit the Orillia residence website for details on fees and housing options. Here is the link to apply to the Orillia Campus Residence: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/students/student-life/residence/or/node/3720

Again, we strongly recommend you consider residence as your quarantine location.

Here is the link to apply to the Thunder Bay Campus Residence: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/students/student-life/residence/tb/applying-to-residence-2

Here is the link to apply to the Orillia Campus Residence: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/students/student-life/residence/or/node/3720

The Government of Canada, the Provincial Ministry of Education, Health Canada and local public health authorities requires that all Mandatory 14-day Quarantine sites on and off -campus meet specific requirements. While Lakehead University takes all caution to ensure that on campus mandatory 14 day Quarantine sites meet government requirements, it is the responsibility of each student to also ensure that all off campus housing meets government criteria for self isolation as well which includes, "Appropriate individual accommodation options for the 14 day quarantine period is consistent with Orders in Council under the Quarantine Act and Government of Canada and requirements of local public health authorities", and "Confirmation that students have a suitable isolation plan ensuring they will not be staying with vulnerable populations (defined as Indigenous populations or Seniors) or living in communal or group settings and with access to necessities of life".

*If you are planning to quarantine in an off campus rental please be sure it has internet already set up as many rentals do not have it.

It is recommended that all students arriving from outside Canada review the following mandatory guidelines for a suitable 14 day quarantine site and ensure that their plan meets these guidelines:

Canada public health at:

Important Information for when you Reach the Port of Entry to Canada

When you arrive at your port of entry in Canada, the Canadian Border Agency will assess your health. If you’re a foreign national, and you have symptoms of COVID-19, you won’t be allowed to enter Canada.

They will ask you the following questions:

Where will you quarantine (self isolate)
How will you get to the location you will be self isolating
Will you be in contact with vulnerable people
What is the address of the location you are staying and a valid contact number to reach you
Who will get you groceries or food and do you require any medication
Provide a valid, working phone number for them to contact you
You must have Canadian cash on you to show the officer- you won't be able to go to a bank until after your 14 day quarantine so you must have cash to support yourself and a credit card that works in Canada is advised
Must present your Quarantine Approval Letter to the CBSA border officer. You can reference the government website form more information about Quarantine requirements: (https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/2019-novel-coronavirus-information-sheet.html)
If you have a layover in Toronto before connecting to your final destination that requires you to stay overnight you will be required to stay at a hotel- you cannot sleep at the airport overnight

2. Prepare for 14 day Quarantine

Please ensure you have downloaded the Ontario self assessment tool to monitor your symptoms during your quarantine. You can download the self assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ Please have this done prior to travel.

Review the following resources

Government of Canada’s Quarantine Act

https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/services/covid/non-canadians-canadiens-eng.html

Self-isolation guidelines set out by the Canadian Ministry of Public Health.

ArriveCAN app.

Mandatory Covid-19 Testing

All students arriving from outside of Canada must have a Mandatory COVID-19 Test during their Quarantine. You will be emailed a Covid-19 Referral test form to review your information and consent to the mobile medical unit coming to your quarantine location and administer a test. The test will be booked for your 5^th or 6^th day of quarantine. You are required to respond to this email within 1 day of receiving it with your consent.
Once International Student Services receives the COVID-19 Test Referral Form and your consent they will go ahead and pre-book your Canadian COVID-19 test and let you know the date and time. This COVID-19 test and communication of the result is a mandatory requirement of all students arriving from outside of Canada. This test must be completed prior to the mandatory 14 day quarantine requirement is over.

Please note:

Students (and dependents) are informed prior to arrival should they test positive on the COVID-19 test then they will be required to complete an additional 14-day quarantine again for a total of 28 days of quarantine and a second COVID-19 test will be required with a negative result before the student can leave their quarantine site. All students (and dependents) pre-arrival are advised of this requirement accordingly. Students are informed that all regular quarantine check-in requirements will apply including daily wellness check-ins, students doing their daily COVID-19 self-assessments, and all students (and dependents) are checked to ensure they have appropriate access to medical assistance or necessities of life as required.

Please see below for some other items to consider during your Quarantine:

Make a plan for your physical and emotional health and wellness during the quarantine period which needs to include checking in with your international advisor twice a week (more if needed). You can book virtual appointments with our advisors through our online booking system: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/online-community/appointments
Review the Lakehead International Online community of care website for online programming options to stay connected and engaged: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/online-community
Confirm your quarantine location has access to phone and/or internet so you can stay in touch with family, friends, Lakehead International and public health authorities if needed.

Important Information for when you Reach the Port of Entry to Canada

They will ask you the following questions:

Where will you quarantine (self isolate)
How will you get to the location you will be self isolating
Will you be in contact with vulnerable people
What is the address of the location you are staying and a valid contact number to reach you
Who will get you groceries or food and do you require any medication
Provide a valid, working phone number for them to contact you
You must have Canadian cash on you to show the officer- you won't be able to go to a bank until after your 14 day quarantine so you must have cash to support yourself and a credit card that works in Canada is advised

Must present your Quarantine Approval Letter to the CBSA border officer. You can reference the government website form more information about Quarantine requirements:https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/2019-novel-coronavirus-information-sheet.html
If you have a layover in Toronto before connecting to your final destination that requires you to stay overnight you will be required to stay at a hotel- you cannot sleep at the airport overnight

3. Packing and Travelling

In addition to regular packing requirements you should plan to bring:

Numerous face masks including disposable and reusable cloth face masks. A box of plastic disposable gloves, travel size hand sanitizer and wipes and a thermometer.
Lakehead University students are advised to wash their hands appropriately before putting on and taking off their masks. Students are advised to visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/video/covid-19-hand-washing.html to ensure that they have watched the video on hand hygiene expectations by the Government to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Appropriate face coverings (masks) are required for travel to Canada, while in airports, while in transit and to come to Lakehead University. Please note that face coverings with exhalation valves are not appropriate, students should visit this website to ensure they are using the correct masks and facial coverings to protect themselves from COVID-19 at: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/covid19-industry/medical-devices/personal-protective-equipment/medical-masks-respirators.html
Also, students are encouraged to visit and familiarize yourself with the steps for appropriate putting on or taking off of masks on the quarantine website link: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/prevention-risks/how-put-remove-clean-non-medical-masks-face-coverings.html
Be sure to have some of these items in your carry-on luggage to access during travel
Be sure you have the following documents available when you arrive at the port of entry. Make sure you pack them in your carry on luggage. You will be required to present these to the Canadian Border Agents when you go through customs and immigration.
Please ensure you bring enough clothing and basic necessities to last you a full 14 days. You will not be able to leave your quarantine location and therefore may not have access to laundry facilities. Please ensure you plan accordingly and pack more than you need.

1. Passport

2. Study permit or letter of confirmation from Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada

3. Letter of Acceptance from Lakehead University

4. Your Lakehead University Quarantine Approval Letter (you must have this printed to provide to the CBSA officer)

5. Quarantine site information including the address and contact number for the transportation company (use your quarantine check list that was provided)

6. Contact information for Lakehead University

Thunder Bay Campus: 1-807-631-4123 (during your travels and arrival) 1-807-627-8701 (after you arrive)

Orillia Campus: 1-705-323-0074

4. Arriving to Thunder Bay or Orillia

You will use your transportation voucher to take you to your arranged quarantine location.
Thunder Bay quarantine transportation:
1. Our Transportation provider has agreed to transport all students from the airport to their quarantine location (direct, no stops will be permitted). Drivers will only accept the taxi voucher our students present and the transportation is charged directly to our Lakehead University account.
2. Lakehead University has verified that all transportation provided has a plan to have been sanitized appropriately after each transport. Additionally, Lakehead University has verified with the transportation company the cleaning products used including the driver's confirmed use of PPE.
3. All vehicles have installed plexiglass barriers to ensure social distancing and protection for both driver and passenger.

Simcoe County quarantine transportation:
1. Our Transportation provider has agreed to transport all students from the airport to their quarantine location in Simcoe County (direct, no stops will be permitted). Your transportation will be pre booked and prepaid. You will check in with the transportation company at the airport and detailed information will be provided when your quarantine plan is approved.
2. Lakehead University has verified that all transportation provided has a plan to have been sanitized appropriately after each transport and all safety protocols will be in place for the safety of both the driver and passenger.
3. This transportation is private and non communal.
Please ensure your quarantine location is aware of your arrival date and time
An advisor will be sending you your first Quarantine Check in Email on the first day you arrive so please check your emails at 12:30pm daily to respond within that 2 hour time frame. Any non-compliance with your daily check ins will require Lakehead to report to the authorities.

5. During your Quarantine

Follow the Government of Canada’s Quarantine Act carefully. This means that you must stay in your own room for 14 days and avoid contact with others.

As part of your Lakehead Quarantine Commitment Plan you (and any dependents) will be required to check in with an advisor everyday of your 14 day self isolation. An international student advisor will email you daily at 12:30PM (EST) with a few basic questions and check in on how you are doing both physically and mentally. Your health and safety is very important to us. You will be required to respond to this email daily within 2 hours. If the advisor does not hear back from you within a 2 hour time frame, we will have to move forward with our emergency plan as we will not be able to confirm your location or your health status.
It is a requirement that all students complete a daily self-assessment as part of their daily check ins during the quarantine period. You can access the self-assessment tool here: https://www.thrive.health/health-canada-self-assessment-tool
Be prepared to have your Covid-19 test completed during your quarantine. If you have not yet received a testing date from Lakehead International please email them at sscoordinator.intl@lakeheadu.ca to confirm the test date. They will make arrangements for the test to be completed by medical professionals at your place of residence.
Practice good hygiene, keep your room well ventilated and clean
Stay connected with your International Advisors
Participate in the numerous online programming options Lakehead has available during this transitional period to meet other students and join in some fun interactive activities
Stay connected with family and friends
Monitor your physical and mental well-being. If you are not feeling well, use the Government of Canada’s Covid-19 self-assessment tool to determine if you need further assessment or testing. You can access the self-assessment tool here: https://www.thrive.health/health-canada-self-assessment-tool
If you need immediate medical attention call 9-1-1 for an ambulance

6. Reducing Stigma with Covid-19

Lakehead University has a zero-tolerance policy for racism and discrimination and specifically in regards to COVID-19 and the stigma attached to those quarantined, those who contract this virus, and for vulnerable student populations. If you have experienced any discrimination regarding stigma attached to COVID-19 there is advocacy support available. Please visit the websites noted below for the Office of Human Rights and Equity (OHRE) and the Ombudsperson Office to file a complaint. If you are an international student at the Thunder Bay campus please contact the International Student Office at 807-627-8701. Orillia campus student should call 1-705-323-0074. You can also make a virtual appointment with an international student advisor via the following link:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/international/online-community/appointments.

As such the Office of Human Rights and Equity has created a Covid-19 Stigma reduction resource page. The following link will provide you supports and contacts in regards to Lakehead University's zero-tolerance for racism and discrimination:

Office of Human Rights and Equity:
https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/departments/services/human-rights-and-equity/covid-19

Additional Contacts:

Ombudsperson Office:
https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/departments/services/ombuds-office
Non-Academic Student Code of Conduct:
https://www.lakeheadu.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/293/docs/Student-Conduct/Student

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

Mental Health and Wellness Resources:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/mental-health.html

https://www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-support-people#section-4

Stay safe during Covid-19:

https://youtu.be/JCw-B4Ig3DQ

https://youtu.be/DHLDani2Tl0

7. After Quarantine

Continue to be mindful of the public health directives and continue to practice proper hygiene, physical distancing rules and social gathering limits.

Lakehead University is here for you! If you have any questions during your preparations please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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International Student Quarantine Commitment Plan

Personal Information

New or Returning Student *

I am a new international student

I am a returning international student

I am a visiting scholar (research)

I am a new domestic student (Canadian Citizen)

I am a returning domestic student (Canadian Citizen)

Campus *

First Name *

Last Name *

Lakehead student ID *

E-mail address *

Country of Origin *

Date of Birth *

Passport number *

Date study visa or study permit approval letter was issued *

Day

Month

Year

Phone number *

Are you an English Language Centre Student? *

Are you travelling with family or dependants? *

Names of Family Members/Dependents *

If you are travelling with family or dependants they will be required to quarantine with you. As such, they will be required to get a Covid-19 test. IF you have family or dependants travelling with you please provide their full name, and date of birth in the box above so we are able to set up their testing appointments at the same time as yours.

Arrival Information

Arrival Date *

Day

Month

Year

Port of Entry into Canada *

Arrival by (airline name and flight #) *

Quarantine Plan

Quarantine Location *

Lakehead Campus Residence (checking this box you confirm you have a room already booked)

Homestay (provide address)

Off campus rental (provide address)

Hotel/Motel (provide name and address)

Quaratine Location Address *

Confirmation

Please confirm that you have read, understood and are aware of the following:

I confirm that the following can be provided by the quarantine site: *

3 meals per day, delivered to my room in residence or off campus quarantine address and I will include these details in my quarantine plan that I provide to CBSA at the point of entry. I have already arranged a grocery or food delivery service. (example) Lakehead Aramark food delivery, instacart, skip the dishes). Please note: Thunder Bay Campus- Aramark (LU campus food services) is providing you the opportunity to order your groceries directly from them. You can follow the link below to arrange this ahead of time. Please note that there is a $5 delivery fee for on campus and $7 for off campus. www.lakeheadu.catertrax.com (please be sure to select "Grocery" to get started) Orillia Campus- If you are living in Orillia Residence you will be required to have a meal plan through Imperial Coffee Services. Meals can be delivered to your room during quarantine. Alternatively, you may use food delivery services such as Skip the Dishes or grocery delivery services which can be paid for and arranged online and will be delivered to your room.

Access to needed toiletries, linen, cleaning supplies, other basic needs *

Access to needed toiletries, linen, cleaning supplies, other basic needs

I have planned financially to support the cost of quarantine (meals, food, potential medical expenses) for 14 days in Canada prior to my academic start date at Lakehead University *

I have planned financially to support the cost of quarantine (meals, food, potential medical expenses) for 14 days in Canada prior to my academic start date at Lakehead University (28 days quarantine if a Covid-19 test result is positive)

I will have access to phone and/or internet to keep in touch with Public Health if required and for check ins with my international advisor. *

I will have access to phone and/or internet to keep in touch with Public Health if required and for check ins with my international advisor

I agree to be able to check in with my LU international advisor daily between 1230pm-130pm. I understand that non-compliance could result in reporting to the authorities and potential fines

I confirm that I have registered full time in classes (Fall 2020/Winter 2021 terms) or that I am a visiting scholar with research. If I need help with course registration I can book an appointment with an International Advisor here: https://www.lakeheadu. *

I understand I require University medical coverage. English Language Centre Students are billed for GuardMe insurance and students in academic programs are billed for the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) that provide coverage for COVID-19 and many other medical expenses, subject to the details of your plan, during the mandatory quarantine upon entry period.

I confirm that I am entering Canada with medical insurance that provides coverage for COVID-19 during the mandatory quarantine upon entry period. *

I confirm that I am entering Canada with medical insurance that provides coverage for COVID-19 during the mandatory quarantine upon entry period.

* Please note: all international students that have registered in a full time course load will be automatically enrolled in the University Health Insurance Plan. English Language Program students are enrolled in Guard Me. Both these insurance plans will cover you during your stay here in Canada. We recommend you purchase travel insurance to ensure you are fully covered during your travels to get here. Some travel insurance policies also cover flight cancellations and other travel related emergencies which is why it's very important to have when travelling internationally.

Visit this link for more information.

Quarantine Requirements *

I have read, understood and I am aware of the requirement to comply with the Government of Canada’s Quarantine Act, including being aware of the penalties for violation of the Quarantine Act.

I agree to comply with the requirements laid out in this Lakehead University Quarantine Commitment Plan and follow the self-isolation guidelines set out by the Canadian Ministry of Public Health. *

I agree to comply with the requirements laid out in this Lakehead University Quarantine Commitment Plan and follow the self-isolation guidelines set out by the Canadian Ministry of Public Health.

Self-isolation accommodation is for the full 14-day duration of the quarantine. 28 days total if you test positive to COVID-19 during your quarantine. *

Self-isolation accommodation is for the full 14-day duration of the quarantine. 28 days total if you test positive to COVID-19 during your quarantine.

Self-isolation accommodation is not in a group or communal setting or is not near vulnerable persons (Indigenous or Seniors)

Self-isolation transportation to their 14-day self-isolation accommodation must be using university provided transportation to ensure no communal transportation services are used. Taxi voucher will be provided if a travel letter is approved and emailed by *

During my self-isolation for 14 days of quarantine I agree to respond to daily checkins by ISS staff. If I do not answer the first attempt to communicate during their daily wellness check-in, we will facilitate a second call or email. If you are living in campus residence, we will contact staff to go and check on you. If we still have no response in a reasonable amount of time CBSA will be notified through Jen and there could be fines or removal from Canada. If your quarantine is off-campus after a second attempt to contact with no response in a reasonable time frame then Jen will proceed and notify CBSA.

A Covid 19 test is mandatory during your quarantine. I will ensure I have set up my Covid-19 test with the help of LUI to be administered on day 5 or 6 of quarantine and provide the results as soon as they are available to my international advisor via t

I have completed and printed the Quarantine Checklist that was provided to me along with my Approved Quarantine Letter to present at the port of entry. In addition, I have registered via the ArriveCAN app. *

I have printed my transportation voucher and will have it with me for when I arrive *

I have printed my transportation voucher and will have it with me for when I arrive

I confirm that I have the appropriate medical insurance, effective as of the date of my travel to Canada, which includes coverage for Covid-19 during the quarantine period and I understand I will be required to be enrolled in and billed for UHIP (Guard *

The Government of Canada, the Provincial Ministry of Education, Health Canada and local public health authorities requires that all Mandatory 14-day Quarantine sites on and off -campus meet specific requirements. While Lakehead University takes all caution to ensure that on campus mandatory 14 day Quarantine sites meet government requirements, it is the responsibility of each student to also ensure that all off campus housing meets government criteria for self isolation as well which includes, "Appropriate individual accommodation options for the 14 day quarantine period is consistent with Orders in Council under the Quarantine Act and Government of Canada and requirements of local public health authorities", and "Confirmation that students have a suitable isolation plan ensuring they will not be staying with vulnerable populations (defined as Indigenous populations or Seniors) or living in communal or group settings and with access to necessities of life".

It is recommended that all students arriving from outside Canada review the following mandatory guidelines for a suitable 14 day quarantine site and ensure that their plan meets these guidelines.

Canada public health at:

Mandatory quarantine or mandatory isolation

For travellers without symptoms of COVID-19 returning to Canada

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Travel restrictions, exemptions and advice

For travellers with COVID-19 symptoms returning to Canada

Commitment to this plan: *

I agree

By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read, understood and I am aware of the importance of the quarantine procedure upon arrival to Canada, and will follow all criteria provided in this document as well as all requirements provided by the Government of Canada, for a full 14 days.