Return-To-Activity
Alberta Lacrosse Association Framework for Return-to-Activity and Sport
Alberta Lacrosse Return-to-Activity/Sport Framework
Regulation 37 - Return-to-Activity
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.
- 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.
