Rapid test distribution continues at McMaster campuses

McMaster students, faculty and staff can pick up rapid antigen tests on a first-come, first-served basis at pop-up distribution events this week.

March 7, 2022

rapid test kit

McMaster students, faculty and staff can pick up rapid antigen tests on a first-come, first-served basis at the following pop-up distribution events this week.

Main Campus – Staff/Faculty Pop-Up
Tuesday March 8
9 a.m. to 8 p.m. or until supplies run out
Peter George Centre for Living and Learning Service Centre (on the main floor)

Ron Joyce Centre – Student and Staff/Faculty Pop-Up
Thursday March 10, 2022
12 p.m. to 6 p.m. or until supplies run out
Ron Joyce Centre Atrium/Lobby

Main Campus – Student Pop-Up
Thursday March 10, 2022
12 p.m. to 6 p.m. or until supplies run out
McMaster University Student Centre Room 206/207

Main Campus – Staff and Faculty Pop-Up
Friday, March 11, 2022
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until supplies run out
McMaster University Student Centre Room 206/207

McMaster Student ID or Employee ID must be shown when picking up a test kit. Rapid test positive screen results should be reported through Mosaic and treated as an indicator of COVID-19. Users should immediately self-isolate as per the provincial guidelines.

The Province of Ontario is expanding access to free rapid tests, with 5.5 million rapid tests to be distributed each week for eight weeks through pharmacies, grocery stores, and community partners in vulnerable communities. Find more details here.

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