Concussion Awareness and Management, Return to Play

Waterloo Ringette Association and its members shall abide by Ringette Ontario's Concussion-Related Policies and regulations introduced under Rowan's Law, implemented by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport in 2019.

Policies

Ringette Ontario Concussion Policy

Ringette Ontario Concussion Code of Conduct - Athletes

Ringette Ontario Concussion Code of Conduct - Bench Staff

Return to Play Policy

Concussion Management Guidelines

In addition, all players under the age of 26, (including all parents of players under the age of 18), and all bench staff of teams with players under the age of 26, agree to review age-specific Ministry approved educational resources, and, adhere to Ringette Ontario's Concussion Code of Conduct prior to registering each season.

Resources

Rowan's Law - Concussion Awareness Resource - Ages 10 & younger

Rowan's Law - Concussion Awareness Resources - Ages 11-14

Rowan's Law - Concussion Awareness Resources - Ages 15 & older

For a comprehensive overview of Rowan's Law and Concussion Safety, visit Ringette Ontario's Concussion Awareness Information Page