** Please note this is subject to change at any time. Any and all requirements may change with little notice ***
On September 1, 2021 the Government of Ontario announced its decision to require, beginning on Sept. 22, 2021, proof of full vaccination (two doses plus 14-day waiting period) for access to certain indoor facilities, including indoor “facilities used for sports and fitness activities and personal fitness training, such as gyms, fitness and recreational facilities.”
The City of Ottawa has since released information pertaining to rink facilities in which the Romans have a presence. Effective September 22nd 2021, City of Ottawa facilities will require patrons to be fully vaccinated and will have to provide proof of their vaccination status and ID to enter their facilities.
There is an exemption for organized sports and physical activities (including hockey) for youth under the age of 18.
Volunteers working during the activity (bench staff, manager), are also exempt from the vaccination requirement.
Please see page 8 of the following for additional exemptions that may apply.
Proof of Vaccination Guidance under the Reopening Ontario Act (gov.on.ca)
What about spectators?
Adults and youth over 11 years old who accompany children or youth into a facility for activities will require proof they have been fully vaccinated.
What proof is required?
Proof of vaccination - Electronic or hard copy of their vaccination receipt confirming two doses received at least 14 days prior. Vaccination receipts can be downloaded and printed from the provincial booking portal.
After October 22, the Province will introduce an enhanced vaccine certificate with QR code as another option. The previous verification method will still be accepted after this is introduced.
Valid identification that includes name and birthdate - Identification must be issued by an institution or public body and show the name of the identification holder and their date of birth. Photo identification is not required and the identification does not need to be government-issued.
Some examples of valid identification (not an exhaustive list):
- Birth certificate
- Citizenship card
- Driver’s licence
- Government (Ontario or other) issued identification card, including health card
- Indian Status Card /Indigenous Membership Card
- Passport
- Permanent Resident card
- Student card, if birth date is shown
Who is responsible for checking vaccination status for facility rentals?
The rental contract holder (team, league, event organizer, business) will be responsible for following the provincial proof of full vaccination requirements for their indoor event or activity, which includes verifying identification and proof of vaccination. For City delivered programs and activities, City staff are responsible.
OTHER FACILITIES & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We know that the Romans have a presence outside of City of Ottawa Facilities and as such we ask that you please follow the instructions posted by these facilities as they will vary from rink to rink.
Vaccination Reference Chart September 21, 2021
| Are You? |
Attending? |
Requirement |
Source |
| Parent or spectator born in 2009 or older |
Indoor recreational facility |
As of Sept. 22, must provide proof of full vaccination and government ID to facility staff at the facility door. |
Government of Ontario
OPH |
| Coach or Volunteer 18 years of age or older |
Any activity (dryland training, practices, games, tournaments etc.) |
Not currently required to provide proof of vaccination |
Government of Ontario
OPH |
| Player 18 years of age or younger |
Youth participating in sporting activity. |
Not currently required to provide proof of vaccination |
Government of Ontario
OPH |
| Anyone born in 2009 or older |
Away Facilities for games / exhibitions / tournaments |
Varies by Public Health Unit; Please refer to the rules for the location where you are playing |
N/A |
** Please note this is subject to change at any time. A
ny and all requirements may change with little notice ***