Some universities in the region have decided to put off the start of the winter semester to help accommodate students who need to self-isolate.

academic vice-president & provost at St. FX said the university fully intends to complete the semester as planned, including exams.

Luke Letourneau had pleaded not guilty to the charge in connection with an alleged incident in a residence at the Antigonish, N.S.

'The pandemic is a serious matter and this issue is a prime example of the potential consequences of breaching health and safety protocols.'

Anyone travelling from outside the Atlantic bubble is supposed to self-isolate for 14 days in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia. 

A university student in Antigonish has been fined for failing to self-isolate, a mandatory requirement after travelling from outside the Atlantic bubble.

The waiver aims to absolve the school from any legal responsibility should students contract COVID-19 while attending classes or activities.

'At this point, the waiver that was circulated, I’m quite certain will not be the waiver the students will be expected to sign'

A waiver sent to St. Francis Xavier University students has been met with concern as the community prepares to return to campus.

Andrew Hakin holds a PhD in chemistry from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom, and has come to StFX from the University of Lethbridge.