Current Status
Saskatchewan Polytechnic experienced a cybersecurity incident October 30, 2020, which disrupted our operating systems. Students are encouraged to visit the Access to Learning & Services tab for the most current list of operating platforms and services that have resumed, and all necessary instructions to access and log in to them. We are making progress resuming services in a phased, secure manner. FAQs are also regularly updated and may be the fastest way to find answers to your questions right now.
Please know that IT Services, external experts and third party suppliers are working together with departments and schools to fully resume operations and services for you. At this time, some services are not available. As we make services available, they may not be offered in quite the same manner as previously. Regularly visit us here for the most current information. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Latest News
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Nov
16Saskatchewan Polytechnic update
Posted at 2:33PM
Saskatchewan Polytechnic continues working closely with external experts and third party suppliers to make systems available. Returning to learning was our top priority. Online learning and limited in-person learning has resumed (see list) in line with Sask Polytech COVID-19 protocols. To date, our cautious, phased approach has been successful. In the coming days, we will continue to resume services in a secure manner following these same processes. Additional information will be shared on campusupdate.ca as it is available.
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Nov
13General update
Posted at 3:01PM
Information about access to student services, like counselling, accessibility, learning, library, International and Indigenous services, has been posted on the Access to Learning & Services tab. We encourage students to use these services to support their learning journey.
The list of limited, in-person learning for the week of November 16-22 can be viewed here.
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Nov
9REMINDER: Sask Polytech Saskatoon campus locations will be open Tuesday, November 10
Posted at 8:02PM
REMINDER: Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon campus locations will be open Tuesday, November 10 to previously scheduled in-person learning. Students can view the list of in-person classes on the Return to class tab. Online classes will continue as scheduled. Crews have been working hard to clear the snow from our campuses, but students and employees are reminded to use caution as streets, parking lots and sidewalks may be slippery.
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Nov
8Sask Polytech Saskatoon Campus locations closed due to snow
Posted at 10:33PM
Due to the winter storm, Sask Polytech Saskatoon campuses are closed Monday, November 9.
Moose Jaw, Prince Albert and Regina campuses will be open to limited in-person learning tomorrow. Students can view the list of in-person classes at on the Return to Class tab. Online classes will continue as scheduled.
Students and employees are reminded to use caution as streets, parking lots and sidewalks may be slippery.
We continue to monitor this situation and if campus access changes, we will advise our campus communities. At Sask Polytech, the health and safety of our students and employees is a top priority.
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8Saskatchewan Polytechnic online classes resume Monday, November 9
Posted at 12:39PM
November 8, 2020 – Saskatchewan Polytechnic continues to reinstate online learning platforms and services. All online classes will resume Monday, November 9, 2020. Limited in-person learning is steadily being resumed (see list) in line with COVID-19 protocols. This phased approach is part of the plan developed by employees, along with external cybersecurity experts as remediation actions continue. This incident has been reported to law enforcement.
“Returning to learning was our top priority. I want to thank all students and faculty for their patience and understanding as we worked with third-party suppliers and cybersecurity experts around the clock to achieve this goal,” says Larry Rosia, CEO and president. “In the coming days, work will continue to resume services in a safe, secure manner. To date, our cautious, phased-in approach has been successful. In the coming days, we will continue to resume services safely and securely following these same protocols.”
Sask Polytech is taking the following steps to increase online security for students and employees. This includes multi-factor authentication for online services, additional information about how to spot phishing emails and new antivirus software for employee computers. There is no reason to conclude at this point that any personal information has been compromised.
As Sask Polytech continues with a phased return to limited in-person learning due to the cybersecurity incident, we would like to remind our community that Sask Polytech COVID-19 plans and guidelines are still in place. This includes a daily health check, wearing a mask, maintaining physical distance, washing hands frequently and staying home when sick. Campuses remain closed to the general public.
Employees and students can visit campusupdate.ca for a list of operating platforms and services that have resumed. Sask Polytech will continue posting all necessary instructions for students and employees on campusupdate.ca as services become available.
Sask Polytech is committed to timely and transparent communications regarding this incident to our students, employees and stakeholders. Additional information will be shared on campusupdate.ca as it is available.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, and extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student needs, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.
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For more information, contact:
Brianna Bergeron
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Communications and Marketing
Cell: 306-250-3978
Email: brianna.bergeron@saskpolytech.ca