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Tag: COVID-19

Omicron vs. Ontario: Ford government introduces modified Step Two restrictions

With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations consistently rising in Ontario, two political leaders weigh in on the Ford government’s temporarily brought back province-wide restrictions.

News . January 12, 2022

Back online: What does the winter semester hold for remote learning?

With in-person learning being further postponed, students speak out about how York’s extension of online learning may affect them.

News . January 11, 2022

York revises plans for campus return amidst Omicron surge

York announces its revised plan for a January 31 return to campus, but as variant cases rise, tests deplete, and a third vaccination is required, students give opinions on resuming in-person classes.

Health . January 10, 2022

New advisory against non-essential travel reinforces uncertainty for international students’ education

The Omicron variant continues to complicate decisions surrounding airborne travel just as a new semester approaches, leaving international students with the uncertainty of possible learning barriers.

News . January 10, 2022

Online petition that intends to allow York students to continue online learning is making the rounds

As the fall semester comes to a close, York students have organized a petition that calls for online learning to be continued.

News . January 7, 2022

The return of cinemas: How movie theatres are adapting to the pandemic

The streaming world had dominated while the theatres were closed, but will they continue to do so?

Features . November 19, 2021

How far in the future is the Pfizer COVID-19 pill?

Pfizer has been testing an antiviral pill against COVID-19 that can be taken at home; the trials have provided exceedingly positive results and now the next step is for it to be FDA approved.

News . November 18, 2021

Ontario government releases long-term reopening plan: Is York ready to open at full capacity?

As Ontario continues to ease its way open, York students, faculty, and the Office of the Premier comment on Ontario’s reopening plan

News . November 1, 2021

Canada Recovery Benefit ends for students after one year of financial support

A new benefit will be taking the place of the CRB, but students and struggling workers aren’t financially out of the clear just yet

News . October 27, 2021

Restaurants reflect on COVID-19 pandemic

While the restaurant industry regains its clientele, restaurant owners are calling for increased supports and lessened restrictions

News . October 18, 2021

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