COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
CURRENT SITUATION: As of April 12, 2021, at 2:08 PM
There are 16 active cases of COVID-19 within the student body at Prairie College. All affected students are in quarantine (both on- and off-campus), along with all of their close contacts. An Alberta Health Services inspector has been on-site and has affirmed Prairie’s procedures and practices. The Prairie leadership team is working closely with public health authorities as the situation unfolds.
We will continue to make every effort to protect the campus community, in collaboration with the provincial health authority.
Testing & What To Do If You Are Unwell
AHS is offering voluntary testing to all employees and students of Prairie College. Employees and students can continue to work and go to class as long as you are asymptomatic and have not been identified as a confirmed case or a close contact of a confirmed case. If you are feeling unwell, please complete the AHS self-assessment and follow the instructions provided.
Please refer to https://covid19stats.alberta.ca/ for a breakdown of the cases province-wide.
Staying Informed
The health and safety of our school community is top of mind, and a number of precautions and responses are underway. Check back for ongoing updates and information about our response and action with regard to the COVID-19 situation.
General information:
- If you require assistance , please call 403-443-3030 during business hours. If you require emergency medical assistance, please call 911.
For members of the college community:
- If you need assistance, please contact a member of the leadership team or your Dean of Student Development.
- Classes have been moved to HyFlex delivery (with a few exceptions). Watch your email for updates and speak to your program director if you have questions.
Latest Updates
New Health & Safety Measures Released for Semester Start
Prairie Prepares for the Arrival of Students on January 18 In alignment with the Provincial Covid-19 response, Prairie administration has refreshed its health and safety measures for on-campus students at
Prairie on the List of Designated Learning Institutions Re-Opening to International Students
If you’re a prospective international student that has been hoping to study in Canada this year, you’ve been through more than your fair share of ambiguity, suspense, and waiting for
Prairie releases new COVID-19 Preparedness & Response Plan for Fall 2020 Semester
Plan Responds to Public Health Guidelines & Was Developed in Consult with Community Health Officials As the start of the school year quickly approaches, Prairie staff and faculty have been
Frequently Asked Questions
Please contact your Program Coordinator/Professors for all the details about completing your classes online.
If you require assistance with Online Classrooms, please email the Help Desk at helpdesk@prairie.edu.
Program Specific:
For some programs – like Practical Nursing, PCP, and Aviation – we are waiting upon instructions from education partners like Bow Valley College, PATC, and Professional Medical Associates. Thank you for your patience as we figure out the details.
If you have symptoms, stay at home and call Health Link 811 for instructions. Also, notify your DSD.
From Alberta Health Services:
Under public health order, you are legally required to isolate for:
- 14 days if you returned from international travel or are a close contact of a person with COVID-19, plus an additional 10 days from the onset of symptoms, should they occur
- 10 days if you have a cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose, or sore throat that is not related to a pre-existing illness or health condition
In some cases, yes. In other cases, events have been moved online.
Refer to the Events tab for status details about previously scheduled events.
All students arriving from international locations will be expected to quarantine for a full 14 days upon arrival in Canada.
In some cases you may quarantine in a dedicated section of student housing. If you are participating in the Government of Canada’s pilot program, you will be required to quarantine off-campus.
Speak to your DSD or Admissions representative for details.
The facilities maintenance team will increase the frequency of its disinfection process in public spaces, which includes door handles, sinks and high traffic areas.
Cleaning kiosks with supplies will be made available in public areas
On campus students, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to continue and increase the practice of cleaning private spaces including dormitories, offices, study spaces and classrooms
Type of Question | Contact |
Google Classroom & IT Questions | helpdesk@prairie.edu |
If you need assistance with self-isolation, mental health, dorms/Davison, move-in/move-out | Your Director of Student Development: Women- gillian.blomsma@prairie.edu Men – michael.bookless@prairie.edu Family – kelly.steffen@prairie.edu |
Virus and other health related symptoms /questions | www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans or call Health Link at 811 |
Program related questions (practicum, clinical, graduation requirements, exams) | Speak to your Program Coordinator, if you do not know who that is, visit the website program page. |
Staying Healthy: From Alberta Health Services
Symptoms
COVID-19 symptoms are similar to influenza or other respiratory illnesses. Common symptoms include:
- fever
- cough
- extreme tiredness
Symptom of serious illness include:
- difficulty breathing
- pneumonia
If you have symptoms, stay home and call Health Link 811 for instructions.
Prevent the Spread
Influenza and other common viruses remain the most likely cause of a respiratory infection.
To protect yourself and others:
- use good hygiene practices, such as frequent handwashing
- cover coughs and sneezes
- avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
- stay at home and away from others if you are feeling ill
- if you have symptoms, stay home and call Health Link 811 for instructions
Still Have Questions?
We will respond to your query during business hours.
