Updated: Tue, 10/08/2024 - 20:06

On Wed, Oct. 9, campus is open to McGill students, employees and essential visitors. Most classes are in-person. See Campus Public Safety website for details.


Le mercredi 9 octobre, le campus est accessible aux étudiants et au personnel de l’Université, ainsi qu’aux visiteurs essentiels. La plupart des cours ont lieu en présentiel. Voir le site Web de la Direction de la protection et de la prévention pour plus de détails.

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