COVID Updates

CIC remains open for in-person classes, activities and Residence Living as Hamilton moved back to Grey-Lockdown on the Ontario’s COVID-19 framework on March 29. The restrictions are loosen-up compared to the previous lockdown. Hamilton’s Grey Zone status means that events and social gatherings are restricted to 10 people outdoors while maintaining social distance. Grocery stores remain open with 50% capacity…

Canadian borders remain open!   for international students   holding a valid study permit; and  coming to study in an education institution:  which is a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)   with an approved COVID-19 Readiness Plan  Columbia International College is an Ontario Ministry of Education approved DLI. All international students can join CIC anytime.  CIC buildings remain open throughout the Pandemic!   Both our Academic and Residence Buildings are open for learning, clubs, activities, and Residence Living, including meals and...

Our Stepped-up Safety protocols were implemented earlier in 2020, at a higher standard and before it was imposed by the public health authorities. As the pandemic evolves, the protocols get reviewed and updated by CIC’s Safe School Committee on a regular basis.  Some of the protocols currently in place at CIC:  21–day Quarantine in a designated Residence building for new and returning students  Daily Survey & Health Screening for all Staff, Students and…

CIC Students living in Residence joined in-person classes starting Monday, February 8. The Ontario Education Minister announced the decision of allowing schools in Hamilton to reopen based on the Chief Medical Officer advice on Wednesday, February 3rd. The Public Health Agency of Canada reported a drop of nearly 30 per cent in active COVID-19 cases across the country over the...

The Canadian Government recently announced new restrictions for international travelers arriving in Canada. In addition to mandatory COVID-19 negative test results taken within 72 hours prior to boarding their flight to Canada, travelers will also need to take another COVID-19 test (PCR) at the airport, upon arriving.  Mandatory Testing and Hotel Quarantine  A mandatory quarantine on a Government approved and...

CIC has a dedicated quarantine residence and strict 21-day quarantine protocols for both new students arriving from overseas and those checking back into residence. With the beginning of a new semester in January 2021 we had new and returning students coming to live in our Residences and going through the 21-day quarantine at Linden Hall.  One of our Ukrainian students...