COVID-19 restrictions in post-secondary institutions is prompting mixed reactions, ranging from relief about the new measures to concerns that they don’t go far enough as the start of the school year looms.Premier François Legault announced Tuesday that masks will be mandatory while seated in the classrooms of universities and CEGEPs, the province’s junior colleges.The new directive comes as novel coronavirus cases continue to climb and officials are concerned about students heading back to class as the pandemic continues.
The reopening plan had previously only required students to wear masks in common areas.Diane Gauvin, director general of Dawson College in Montreal, said the administration is ready and excited to welcome back students.