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Working Remotely

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Process Change! 

Some editors may be working from home in the next few weeks. 

What? Why? 

The health authorities urge Canadians to practice social distancing, and we can do our work without being in close proximity to others in public spaces. 

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What Does This Mean? 

We are still working! We will be doing daily check-ins with Dani C or Curriculum Services folks, and we’ll stay in touch with everyone about current projects.

Some editors will come in to the office as well. 

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How Can I Talk to an Editor?

Nothing could be easier!  If you don’t see us around the office, get in touch by email, Skype for Business, or WhatsApp.

And we might be on Mattermost (if we can figure-out how to sign-in). 

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How Can I Learn More?

TRU’s web page on COVID-19 is being updated daily, and it is a great resource to check for the most recent information.

 

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