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Waterloo Students Face Suspension Over Records
20 Mar
Summary
- Thousands of students risk suspension due to immunization records.
- A deadline is set for April 6 for high schoolers to comply.
- Elementary students have a later deadline of May 4 for compliance.
Region of Waterloo Public Health has alerted thousands of secondary school students to potential suspension due to outdated immunization records. A total of 3,258 students received notices on Thursday, March 20, 2026, setting an April 6 deadline for compliance. Students must submit updated vaccination records, receive any necessary immunizations, or file a valid exemption by 4:30 p.m. on that date.
Failure to meet these requirements will result in suspension orders taking effect on April 9. Public health officials emphasize the importance of vaccines for protecting children's health. This mandate stems from Ontario's Immunization of School Pupils Act, requiring proof of vaccination or an approved exemption.
Elementary school students also have a critical deadline approaching. Families must ensure their records are up-to-date by May 4 at 4:30 p.m. Public health will review and update records on May 5, with suspensions for this group commencing on May 7. Students can update their vaccination status online or by contacting local health providers and public health clinics.
