APRA's abides by
Ringette Ontario's Concussion Policy, and all related association policies and procedures are in accordance with regulations established in
ROWAN'S LAW, implemented by the Ontario
Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport in 2019.
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, are required to adhere to specific guidelines prior to registering with Ringette Ontario associations/teams. This includes acknowledgement of having reviewed Ministry approved educational resources, and, providing APRA with signed copies of Ringette Ontario's Concussion Code of Conduct (Athletes and Bench Staff).
For an comprehensive overview of Rowan's Law and Concussion Safety, visit Ringette Ontario's Concussion Awareness Information Page
There you will find numerous resources, including:
Ministry Approved Concussion Resources (age appropriate)
RO Concussion Policy
Forms (e.g. Medical Clearance Forms)
RO Sports Concussion Pathway
Code of Conduct (Concussion) – Athlete
Code of Conduct (Concussion) – Bench Staff
RO Athlete Concussion Medical Report Form
Ontario Regulation: Rowan’s Law (Concussion Safety)
SIRC “We Are Head Strong” Concussion Information
Parachute Canada Concussion Ed App
Ringette Canada Pre-Season Concussion Education-Sheet
RO Concussion Emergency Action Plan Template
CRT5 – Concussion Recognition Tool
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Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT)
Parachute – Preventing Injuries Saving Lives – Concussion FAQ and Resources
In the case of any injury to an athlete or bench staff member,
visit Ringette Ontario's Sport Injury Information Page
Please note that all injuries must be reported within 10 days of the initial incident.