Arena

In response to the rapidly-spreading and highly transmissible Omicron variant, the Province announced on Friday December 17 that they are applying additional public health measures across a number of sectors to help curb transmission.

Effective Sunday, December 19, 2021, the Elmvale Community Arena will have several restrictions reinstated to meet the requirements of O. Reg. 364/20:

1. CAPACITY LIMITS – The number of people permitted in the building will be 50% capacity or what can be accommodated with required physical distancing measures. Entrance will be permitted no more than 30 minutes prior to your ice rental. Proof of Vaccination and Active Screening will be verified by staff before entry. 

2. DRESSING ROOMS -  Capacities will again be limited to 10 people per room, and showers will be closed. 

3. SPECTATORS – Spectators are still allowed in the building, but are limited to 1 spectator/guardian per participant. Spectators will be granted entry with the participants/players at the beginning of the ice booking. Once you have entered the building, you must remain for the scheduled ice time. All patrons are asked to quickly vacate the building after your ice time to ensure total building capacity limits are maintained and to allow staff time to clean.

4. ACTIVE SCREENING - Prior to entering the facility, all individuals must provide their contact information and complete the Township’s Online COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form. The form must be filled out and shown to arena staff upon each visit. Please have your successful Pre-screening confirmation ready to show staff upon your arrival. 
5. Renters and user groups are responsible for providing the facility with a Master List of participant contact information prior to their rental. Organizations, trainers and renters are also required to submit a Safety Plan.
6. All participants must sign in at the designated entrance. Upon entry, they will be directed where to go by the staff member present.
7. Participants may enter a maximum 30 minutes prior to their rental time.
8. The arena lobby and entrance foyer are classified as Hallways in Motion. Stopping and congregating is not permitted in these zones. 
9. Masks or face coverings must be worn by everyone entering the facility and may only be removed by participants playing their sport and for seated individuals to eat or drink.
10. Everyone must sanitize their hands and wear a mask upon entering the facility.
11. Everyone entering the facility must follow all markings and signs posted within. 

The Township of Springwater requires proof of vaccination for:

• Patrons of its recreational facilities and programs
• Individuals entering our facilities for the purpose of attending, participating, coaching, refereeing or viewing sports and programs 
• Patrons of our meeting rooms

An individual is considered fully vaccinated if they have received:

• The full series of a COVID-19 vaccine authorized by Health Canada, or any combination of such vaccines
• One or two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine not authorized by Health Canada, followed by one dose of a COVID-19 mRNA vaccine authorized by Health Canada
• Three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine not authorized by Health Canada
• They have received their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days before providing the proof of being fully vaccinated

Exemptions

The following individuals are exempt from providing proof of vaccination:

• Youth under 12 years of age;
• Individuals attending the meeting room or community halls, where the rental is for a purpose listed in O.Reg 364/20, Sch. 1, s. 4(2), including but not limited to bookings for the purpose of the provision of social services, court services or government services.  
• Individuals 12 years of age and older with a valid medical exemption. Proof of medical exemption must be provided by either a Physician (MD), a Registered Nurse (RN or EC), or Nurse Practitioner (NP), on letterhead providing the name and contact information for the Physician, Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner. The Proof of Medical Exemption must provide a statement that there is a medical reason for the exemption and an effective time period that includes the date of access.

This special skating time is specifically for pre-schoolers and their parents. Skate aids may be brought. Tots must wear a CSA approved helmet. Pre-registration is required for all Parent and Tot skating programs.

Schedule

Mondays: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Thursdays: 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Fees

There are no fees for adults accompanying a pre-schooler or homeschool student age 13 or under for this skate time.

Notes:

• Registration is required for every individual date you wish to attend.
• Anyone over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated (plus 14 days).
• All participants must also complete the COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form prior to entry.

Our Seniors Skate offers a leisure skate time specifically for mature adults. Pre-registration is required for all Seniors Skate programs. Adult & Senior skating will take place according to the following schedule.

Schedule

Mondays & Thursdays: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Fees

Adults: $3.00

Seniors: $2.00

Notes:

• Registration is required for every individual date you wish to attend.
• Anyone over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated (plus 14 days).
• All participants must also complete the COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form prior to entry.

All Ages Public Skating

All Ages Public Skate offers a leisure skate time open to everyone. Pre-registration is required for all Public Skate programs.

Schedule

Saturdays: 11:45 pm to 12:45 pm

Fees 

Children: $1.00
Student (17 years and under): $2.00
Adults: $3.00

Notes:

• Registration is required for every individual date you wish to attend.
• Anyone over the age of 12 must be fully vaccinated (plus 14 days).
• All participants must also complete the COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form prior to entry.

Adult Shinny Hockey

​Schedule

Fridays: 10:30 am to 11:30 am

*There will be no Shinny on December 23 and December 31.

Fee:

The fee for shinny hockey is $10.00 per person.

Notes:

• All participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet, gloves and provide their own stick.                

• All players must pre-register, complete the COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form and show vaccine certificate and ID at time of arrival (this will need to be done each time you attend).
• Please arrive no more than 30 minutes before the start time of your program.
• All participants MUST wear FULL HOCKEY GEAR and a hockey helmet (cage recommended).
• Games are non-contact.
• Maximum number of participants: 30 players + 4 goalies/session.

Skating Drop-ins:                             

• Only persons with skates shall be permitted on the ice                                            
• Skate in the same direction as other skaters         
• It is recommended that all skaters wear CSA approved helmets                            

What is not permitted on the ice:                                           

• Carrying children in arms                                           
• Baby carriers and strollers                                         
• Food and drink                                               
• Sport sticks/pucks/toboggans and other items which might interfere with the safety of any skater                                   
• Figure skating maneuvers such as jumps and spins                                    
• Rough play such as tag, racing and games   
• On the ice without wearing skates 

For the safety of all participants and staff, the following has been implemented for All Skating Drop-in Activities:

• Capacity has been decreased and pre-registration for public skate times is required.
• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your session to allow time for pre-screening and sign-in as well as proof of vaccination. Please do not arrive any earlier. 
• All participants must complete the daily COVID-19 Pre-Screening Form prior to entry
• Social distancing must be observed before, during and after the activity.
• Benches around the arena will be provided. We encourage participants to arrive dressed for the session. Please leave valuables at home and use a spot on the floor for items you bring to the Arena.
• Masks/face coverings are not required while actively participating in a drop-in activity, but are required while entering and exiting the program space and moving throughout the recreation facility.
• Participants 12 years of age and under must be accompanied by a guardian who is a minimum of 16 years of age and older. Guardians must also register for the drop-in activity (fees may apply).
• Each guardian must remain within the Arena to ensure that physical distancing of 2 meters (6 feet) is maintained (with the exception of those who are within your group).