Update: September 27, 2021

VACCINE REQUIREMENT:

One of the following will be required for all individuals age 18 and up to enter the facility:

· Proof of vaccination

o Youth PLAYERS (U17) will no longer be required to show proof of vaccination, negative COVID test or medical exemptions

§ Youth, age 12-17, entering the facility who are not players are still required to show proof of vaccination

· Youth/Adult mixed teams, youth teams with 18 year old players will all need to show proof of vaccination

· Medical proof of vaccine exemption

· Negative COVID test – result from within 72 hours (Health Canada approved rapid antigen, rapid PCR, or lab based PCR test approved by Health Canada or the lab accreditation body of jurisdiction)

Note: Individuals 18 years or older must produce valid personal identification to verify the individual matches the proof provided

Flexibility Regarding Single Vaccination Dose Received

Through October 25^th, there is an exception for people who have only received one dose provided that the dose was administered at least 14 days prior to date of entry and before October 25^th.

If you have only received one (1) vaccination dose at this time and it has been less than 14 days since it was administered, you will need to provide PCR Negative test results in order to enter the facility.

Beginning October 25^th, two doses will be required. We are still waiting for clarification on leniency period for second doses.

CAPACITY:

Bleacher capacity is restricted to one third fire capacity during youth games

· To achieve this, we are asking that families limit attendance to one family member per child

· Upon completion of youth events, spectators and players will be required to promptly leave the facilities

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR ABUSE OF STAFF, OR NON-COMPLIANCE; MAY BE SUBJECT TO DISCIPLINE

Patrons are still required to wear a face mask at all three indoor facilities.

Thank you for helping us to ensure that we are providing the safest space possible for sports to continue.

 

Update September 7, 2021

In accordance with guidelines set by the Government of Alberta and Alberta Health & Safety,

beginning September 3, 2021, face masks will be required at our three indoor facilities:

· Anyone over the age of 2 is required to wear a mask

· Masks must cover both nose and mouth

· Continue to maintain a social distance of 2 meters between cohort groups

 

FACE MASKS MAY BE REMOVED WHEN:

· Playing Sport (players must still wear masks when entering the facility and when in public areas)

· Consuming food or drink (in designated areas)

· People with underlying medical conditions or disabilities that prevent them from safely wearing a face covering

We kindly ask that everyone come prepared to wear a mask.

Please click the links below in order to find out more about how Edmonton Soccer Association is working to provide you with a safe "return to play" environment for the sports that you love!

- Updated rates for our outdoor facilities, including the option of half-field bookings

- Increased protections in place

- Contact Tracing pre-registration options - Contact tracing is no longer occurring as of July 1, 2021, however, may be reintroduced based on Government of Alberta and Alberta Health and Safety recommendations and requirements.  We recommend that every team maintain a contact tracing list of their players and spectators for practices and games, and store these safely for a minimum of 14 days.

New required documentation (Still applicable as of July 1, 2021):

As of June, 2020, the following new documentation is required to be completed:

- Updated waivers and assumption of risk documentation. (to be completed by the participant or parent/guardian of minor participants)

- One-time COVID-19 Self Declaration protocols (to be completed by the participant or parent/guardian of minor participants)

- Health and Safety Acknowledgement (to be completed by bookings contact for each team)

There are also some useful links for more information regarding return to play protocols in place:

Alberta Soccer Association Return to Modified Games (June 2020 V8-1)

Please click here for the most current information regarding Government of Alberta and AHS regulations regarding return to sport for outdoor facilities.

Please click here for the most current information regarding Government of Alberta and AHS regulations regarding return to sport for indoor facilities.