We understand that your learning has been interrupted by the reaction to COVID-19 at the University of Waterloo: with classes having been cancelled for a week, and remaining classes moved online, we know this is not the experience you expected when...
On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 WUSA’s Annual General Meeting met under unusual circumstances. With the increased health and safety measures taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly the suspension of all on-campus activity, WUSA had a...
The federal government announced the implementation of its new Canadian Emergency Response Benefit, filling the welfare gap for many Canadians not eligible for Employment Insurance (EI). This benefit would provide substantial support to many...
The provincial government has delivered its fiscal update. The Ontario legislature approved funding for Ontario’s COVID-19 response. This included the passage of debt relief to millions of Ontarians by pausing payments and interest on the provincial...
WUSA has committed to establish a support fund to help students who are struggling financially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We will be working diligently over the coming days to outline the details of this fund, including how students can...
Today, the University of Waterloo Senate passed a motion instructing the administration to explore a process allowing students to optionally transition from numerical grades to credit/no-credit marks, without the need for a Policy 70 petition. This...
In a press conference held Wednesday, the Government of Ontario confirmed that the provincial portion of student loans would see a suspension similar to that of the federal government. This action will mean affordability through this crisis to...
Hi Warriors, I hope you’re all staying safe and healthy with all that’s going on around us! Each year, Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) holds a Winter General Meeting at which all students are able to give general direction as to...
On behalf of the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) and the Graduate Student Association (GSA), we’d like to share some important information about your WUSA/GSA Health & Dental Plan as it relates to the coronavirus (COVID-19)....
Today, one day after requesting that the Canadian government suspend student loan payments, Justin Trudeau announced in a press conference that an interest-free, 6-month suspension of student loan payments will begin at the end of this month. WUSA...
With the known and rapidly growing global risks of COVID-19, we want to be explicit, going to Ezra Avenue or participating in other unsanctioned public gatherings to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day is irresponsible. We are committed to the wellbeing of...
Hello Warriors, We know students are concerned with the developments of COVID-19 and are eager to know how the University of Waterloo will respond. While confirmed cases in the Waterloo Region remain few and risk remains low, it is a good time to...