Refer to the Government of Canada Travel and Tourism for the most up-to-date travel restrictions, exemptions and advice.
As of Nov. 26, travellers entering New Brunswick are required to self-isolate for 14 days and create a self-isolation plan. This includes travelling from any of the Atlantic provinces and New Brunswick residents returning to New Brunswick.
All students arriving or returning to UNB from outside of New Brunswick must have a university-approved self-isolation plan.
If you do not have a UNB-approved self-isolation plan, submit the COVID-19 self-isolation form immediately to begin the process. Each self-isolation plan will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis.
UNB staff will help you to finalize the details of your self-isolation plan. For more information, or if you have already submitted your form but require further assistance with your self-isolation plan, contact selfisolationhelp@unb.ca.
If you choose to travel outside of New Brunswick, you are required to:
New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health, has provided guidelines for students and parents entering New Brunswick, which includes information on border measures, campus residence guidelines, COVID testing and self-isolation requirements. As of Jan. 23, 2021, flights are temporarily suspended to Fredericton and Saint John. Until further notice, domestic and international flights will arrive in Moncton only.
If you're entering New Brunswick, you must:
Anyone coming to New Brunswick from outside Canada must follow any directives from the Government of Canada including orders under the federal Quarantine Act. All travellers entering Canada must self-isolate for a minimum of 14 days.
Entry into Canada falls under federal jurisdiction and any inquiries should be made to the Government of Canada.
Learn more about immigration to New Brunswick and studying at UNB.
All travellers are required to provide contact and quarantine information upon and after entry into Canada. ArriveCAN is available to download as a mobile app or you can create an account and sign in online.
Download the ArriveCAN app (iOS, Android, or web format) speed up your arrival process in Canada and spend less time with border and public health officers. ArriveCAN allows you to submit your information easily and securely via the app within a 48 hours window before arriving in Canada. The app helps you to provide mandatory information that is required for entry into Canada, avoid lineups and reduce points of contact at the border and provide updates on your quarantine compliance and the development of any symptoms during the 14 days after arriving in Canada.
Learn more about the ArriveCAN app.
Self-isolation is an important requirement in the prevention of the spread of COVID-19. Self-isolation means to stay at home, monitor yourself for symptoms for 14 days, avoid physical contact with others and follow local public health authority advice.
During your approved self-isolation period you will be contacted daily using a combination of phone or electronic messages to assess your wellbeing and if you have developed any COVID-19 symptoms. It is very important that you respond to these phone calls or email.
You may receive unscheduled visits or calls from government officials to ensure individuals are adhering to the self-isolation requirements.
Learn more about health measures and guidance outlined by New Brunswick Public Health (PDF).
Learn more about NB travel requirements (PDF).
A well-designed self-isolation plan will ensure your isolation period is as comfortable and hassle free as possible. Email selfisolationhelp@unb.ca for assistance creating your self-isolation plan.
A self-isolation plan should include the following details:
UNB is working directly with students to ensure that those arriving from outside of New Brunswick can safely self-isolate for 14 days in residence and that all students are able to move into their residence accommodation safely and in compliance with all COVID-related guidelines. Contact the UNB Fredericton Residence Life (resadmin@unb.ca) or UNB Saint John Residence Services (res@unb.ca) for assistance.
Whether students live on or off-campus, the UNB community will support UNB students. The UNB Off-Campus Housing Office is available to liaise with students who require off-campus housing.
Consult this quick reference guide to understand your self-isolation and monitoring responsibilities.
You must:
You must:
Students arriving from elsewhere within New Brunswick do not need to self-isolate.