Return-To-Activity

Alberta Lacrosse Association Framework for Return-to-Activity and Sport

Alberta Lacrosse Return-to-Activity/Sport Framework

Lacrosse is an integral part of Alberta’s society. Lacrosse at all levels and abilities makes an important contribution to the physical, psychological and emotional well-being of individuals. At a population level, benefits of sport include direct economic benefits; healthcare benefits; educational benefits; and contribution to social capital through connectivity, resilience and creating stronger, cohesive communities,

The COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effects on communities globally, leading to significant restrictions on all sectors of society, including sport. COVID-19 has impacted people in varying ways with many experiencing deteriorations in their mental health and financial wellbeing. Resumption of sport can significantly contribute to the re-establishment of normality in Alberta, in a COVID-19 environment.

This framework is a timely tool of a minimum baseline of standards, for “how” reintroduction of lacrosse activity will occur in a cautious and methodical manner, based on the best available evidence to optimize athlete and community safety. The principles outlined in this document apply equally to high performance/professional level, community competitive and individual passive (non-contact) sport. Decisions regarding the timing of resumption of lacrosse activity must be made in close consultation with the Provincial and/or Local Public Health Authorities. The priority at all times must be to preserve public health, minimizing the risk of community transmission.

Before Starting

1. Do I currently have any of these symptoms: symptoms of acute respiratory disease (including Cough, sore throat, shortness of breath) OR Fever over 38 degrees OR sudden loss of smell or taste.

YES -> Don’t start training, follow instructions of local health authorities: Make the online COVID-19 assessment and management.
NO -> Next question

2. Do I currently have COVID-19 or did I have it in the past 2 months, to my knowledge?

YES -> Don’t start training, ask a doctor if and when you can start
NO -> Next question

3. Do I have a history of cardiac problems or other pre-existing health conditions?

YES -> Don’t start training, ask a doctor if and when you can start
NO -> OK, you can go to training.

Required Forms

Return-to-Activity Sanctioning Request Form	Attendance Tracker
Guidance for Organized Sport	Screening Checklist
Return-to-Activity FAQ	Lacrosse Specific Touch Points

For more information on COVID19 please consult the Alberta Government Information and Guidelines located here.

Return-to-Sport

Alberta Lacrosse Return-to-Activity/Sport Framework

Regulation 38 - Return-to-Sport

Required Forms

Return-to-Sport Sanctioning Request Form	Attendance Tracker
COVID Relaunch Sport and Physical Activity	Screening Checklist
COVID Return to Sport FAQ	Lacrosse Specific Touch Points

Before Starting

1. Do I currently have any of these symptoms: symptoms of acute respiratory disease (including Cough, sore throat, shortness of breath) OR Fever over 38 degrees OR sudden loss of smell or taste.