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SYDNEY — Unless Nova Scotia’s public health directives change in the coming weeks, Cape Breton University students will return to classes this fall in a ...

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“At this time, Cape Breton University does not have any COVID-19-related mandates in place,” CBU spokesperson Jill Ellsworth said in an emailed statement. “As we have throughout the pandemic, CBU continues to align with public health. Vaccinations and masking are recommended on campus and social distancing is still encouraged wherever possible.

To date, CBU, Saint Mary’s University and Acadia University’s policies encourage mask-wearing in indoor spaces but the practice will remain voluntary.Mount Allison issued its mandatory mask requirement on July 21, followed by St. FX four days later, then Dal on Aug. 11. “Each institution is responsible for making independent operational decisions based on the most recent public health advice. We encourage students to get vaccinated and take the time to understand the rules at your post-secondary school to make for the best possible learning experience,” department spokesperson Monica MacLean said in an emailed statement.

In some cases, curated CBU events — such as June’s special convocation at the Boardmore Theatre to honour Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, Bob Rae — attendees were asked to wear masks — and protocols were followed.

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