COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS UPDATE FROM HOCKEY NOVA SCOTIA

Good evening everyone,

 Earlier today, the province announced new gathering limit restrictions across Nova Scotia that will significantly impact hockey. To read the complete announcement from the province, please click here.https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20211221004

 The following restrictions are effective at 6 a.m. tomorrow (Wednesday, Dec. 22) and will remain in place until at least Jan. 12, 2022:

 only virtual events are allowed – there are no in-person events such as festivals, social events, special events (including receptions), sports games or tournaments, or arts and culture performances

a limit of 10 participants indoors and 25 outdoors applies to sports practices and training; physical distance is not required, and masks are recommended when possible indoors and outdoors; spectators are not allowed

Nova Scotia children ages 11 and younger continue to be restricted from participating in sports and arts and culture events outside the province

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR HOCKEY

 Today’s announcement will greatly impact our teams, associations, and leagues over the next few weeks. As of tomorrow morning, the following will take effect:

 Games and tournaments are not permitted

A maximum of 10 participants (including coaches and instructors) will be permitted in the field of play for practices and training; physical distancing is not required during these sessions, but masks are required everywhere in the facility but on the ice

Spectators will be not be permitted at any activities

Travel restrictions remain in effect that prohibit children age 11 and younger from entering or leaving Nova Scotia to participate in sports

 We understand the past week, like the past two years, has been challenging. We appreciate all of your efforts to keep our players on the ice during these very difficult times. We will pass along any updates to you as soon as we have them.

We hope you all stay healthy and safe during this holiday season

Yours in Hockey

Amy Walsh

Executive Direct

Hockey Nova Scotia

Arnie Farrell

President

Hockey Nova Scotia