A London Ont., university is making arrangements to keep one of its traditions alive despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Western University says it is proceeding with its 71st annual Homecoming this year, but with the twist.
Given continuing safety measures being taken amid the COVID-19 crisis, including the prohibition of large gatherings, “for this year’s Homecoming 2020, we’ve made the decision we’re going to offer a virtual program,” said Tyler Forkes, Western’s executive director of alumni relations.
This year’s homecoming was scheduled for the weekend of Oct. 16 to 18, and the dates remain the same for the virtual program.