Planning is underway to support a safe return to Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses this September.
Here are 11 tips to help you prepare for the fall 2021 semester!
- Wear a mask! Masks are required indoors at all campus locations. Students can supply their own masks, unless their program calls for specialized PPE which will be supplied. Wearing masks on campus will be reconsidered on a regular basis in Fall 2021.
- Get vaccinated! Given the continued number of COVID-19 cases, the emerging Delta variant and the low vaccination rate among the 18 – 29 year old demographic that largely makes up the student population, Sask Polytech has determined the best course of action is to require students and employees on campus to be fully vaccinated. The first vaccination must be completed by September 17 and the second vaccination by October 22. We are working with the Saskatchewan Health Authority to host convenient and accessible vaccination clinics on all campuses during Welcome Week, August 30 to September 3.
- Attend orientation! Join a live Zoom session or the go-at-your-own-pace online orientation to learn about the many supports and services available to help you succeed in your studies. The online orientation is delivered using Brightspace—Sask Polytech’s online course system—where you’ll soon be logging in to your courses. saskpolytech.ca/orientation
- Log into mysaskpolytech! mySaskPolytech is the place to go to view grades, access online courses, check email, pay tuition and see other personalized online services from Sask Polytech.
- Connect with Library Services and Learning Services to learn more about the learning resources available to help you succeed in your studies.
- Sign up for wellness emails with Fit and Rec to receive updates on programming, classes, events, contests and more happening throughout the year.
- Stay tuned for locker info! Details on the locker booking process will be shared as they become available. Direct locker inquiries to lockers@saskpolytech.ca.
- Are you driving to campus? Parking the first two weeks of classes (Aug 30 – Sept 9) is free! Paid, scramble student parking will take effect beginning September 10. All payment and administration of student parking will be through the HONK app and onsite at PreciseParklink machines. Visit Parking & Transit for details on parking access, maps and fees.
- Accessibility Services is committed to ensuring that equal access for students with disabilities is provided at Sask Polytech. Students in need of accommodations are encouraged to register with Accessibility Services as soon as possible. This includes students who are unable to wear a mask for medical reasons. Students with disabilities together with their accessibility consultant work to identify the best solution for academic success.
- Get social with @saskpolytech! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube and tag us using @saskpolytech or #saskpolytech. See you online!
- Looking for more information? Visit the welcome hub to help plan for the start of classes. saskpolytech.ca/welcome
On campus services (updated)
Student services on campus will be available this fall.
| Student facing support service | Opening date | Hours of service | Notes |
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Counselling Services Accessibility Services Learning Services Student Relations Student Life Student Employment Career Counselling Recruitment Services |
August 23 |
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Services will be delivered in person and virtually |
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Enrolment Services |
September 6 |
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Limited front-line service with triage at Registration Services. Enrolment Services team will be working virtually. |
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Enrolment Services |
October 4 |
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
On campus return for Enrolment Services team. |
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Fitness Centres, Gymnasiums |
August 23 |
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Hours will be expanded as the term progresses. |
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Health Centres |
TBD |
Limited service by appointment. |
Required immunization for clinical placements for students in health-related programs focus for fall term. |
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Libraries |
August 30 |
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Hours may be expanded in fall as needed |
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Food Services |
August 30 |
Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
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Saskatoon Bistro |
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Open as programs use the facility | |
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Bookstore |
August 16 |
Monday to Friday 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
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Testing Centres |
August 30 |
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Open over the summer for specific testing as needed |
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Indigenous Support |
September 7 |
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
August 16 – September 7 online delivery of virtual summer transition program |
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International Services |
August 30 |
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
With the exception of Prince Albert |
Saskatchewan Polytechnic takes the health and safety of students and employees very seriously. The well being of our campus communities continues to guide decision-making.
Health and safety factors that are continuously under review include the rate of community transmission, rate of vaccination and public health orders.