Covid -19 Return to Sport Guidelines
The most recent update to the GBC Return to Sport Plan is July 1, 2021 guided by Step 3 of the Government of BC’s Restart Plan. Please note that these requirements may only be in place through the summer as the Government of BC is looking to progress to Step 4 of the Restart Plan as soon as September 7, 2021.
* Physical distancing does not need to be maintained on or off the field of play.
* All spaces within facilities can be used – this includes change rooms, locker rooms, foam pits, and shared chalk stations. Regular facility entries and exits can be used as well.
* There is no maximum group size (occupancy limit) for participants, coaches, volunteers, staff and officials.
* Spectators are allowed with a capacity of up to 50 or 50% of regular spectator capacity, whichever is greater.
* Socializing before and after sport activities is now acceptable.
* Hand sanitizing stations are no longer required but may be maintained.
* Floor markings to direct traffic flow and physical distancing are no longer required but may be maintained.
* Contact tracing and screening requirements are no longer required. However, clubs should maintain attendance records.
* Masks are recommended for those 12 and over who have not received both COVID-19 immunizations when off the field of play.
* Consistent cleaning processes must be included in your club’s reopening plan.
* All clubs are required to develop and implement a Communicable Disease Plan instead of a COVID19 Safety Plan. Communicable Disease Plans do not need to be publicly posted or shared.
* Interprovincial travel is allowed. International travel must follow federal restrictions and guidance
