This legislation is named in memory of Rowan Stringer who tragically died in 2013 of Second Impact Syndrome, the result of suffering multiple concussions. Rowan’s Law is applicable to 65 sports in Ontario as well as educational institutions. The legislation requires players, parents, coaches, match officials and trainers to review and sign off on the Ontario Ministry’s Concussion Awareness Resources.
Rowan's LawParents and guardians of athletes who are under 18 years of age, coaches, trainers, officials, bench staff, and all named-insured individuals are required to make an annual written commitment and acknowledgement at the time of registration using the following forms and documents:
OHFRowansLawAcknowledgementForm
Players_age_10_and_Under
Players_age_11-14
Players_age_15_and_up
The Acknowledgment form will be required before your player is allowed to go on the ice. Please have this ready at the very first ice time!