Dealing with COVID-19 Resources and Updates
We will try our best to share resources for dealing with COVID-19 in your recreation facilities.
If you want to share a resource you have found contact rfans@sportnovascotia.ca
FAQ masks mandatory indoor public places July 31 2020
Face Mask Required Sign
How to Wear Mask Poster
COVID-19: Masks Website Government of Nova Scotia
FAQ Re-opening Gathering Limits July 9 2020
Engagement Partner letter – Dr. Strang July 14 2020
Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) Government of Nova Scotia
Core Public Health Principles
Reviewed Return To Sport Plans
COVID Protection Plan Checklist
Spectators
Spectating during COVID-19 Information Sheet
Reopening Plans
RBC Centre Re-opening Plan
Zatzman Sportsplex Re-Opening Guide
Membertou Sport & Wellness Centre Guidelines
Sandy Wickens Memorial Arena
Arena COVID Guidelines 20-21 as of Oct 1 (HRM)
COVID Guidelines for HRM Outdoor Facilities as of Oct 1-2020
Reopening Plan Resources
Preparing to reopen Nova Scotia
IHRSA Framework on Reopening
Event Safety Alliance Reopening Guide
Halifax Chamber of Commerce – Re-opening Business in Halifax Toolkit
Halifax Chamber of Commerce – Poster 5 Ways to Prepare to Re-open
Daxko Reopening Playbook
Information Bulletin – Recommendations for Progressive Reopening Lifesaving Society
ORFA Recreation Facility COVID-19 Reentering and Reopening Guiding Principles and Best Practices
BCRPA Guideline for Restarting Operations
Guide to Reopening Pools and Waterfronts – Lifesaving Society
COVID-19 Prevention Guide for event organizers, theatres and performance venues
General Information
RFANS/RNS Joint Statement – Call to Action
Worker’s Compensation Board of Nova Scotia
ASHRAE Responds to COVID-19
St. John Ambulance Courses and Training
Government of Canada – Risk-informed decision-making guidelines for workplaces and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
Canadian Parks and Recreation Association Resources
Provincial Recovery Plans
New Brunswick
Prince Edward Island
Newfoundland and Labrador
Ontario
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Grants/Funding
Halifax Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Impact Grant – DEADLINE APRIL 25TH, 2020
Canada Emergency Response Benefit
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
Loan Program Available to Municipalities
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
COVID-19 Federal Initiatives Chart
Nova Scotia Provincial Government Measures Chart by the Community Sector Council
Government of Nova Scotia COVID-19: Small Business Reopening and Support Grant
Municipality of the District of Chester Grant Application
COVID-19: support for Nova Scotians and businesses
Cleaning
Why is an Effective Cleaning Program Important in Recreational and Community Centers?
COVID-19 Public Washroom Guidelines – Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
Hard-surface disinfectants and hand sanitizers (COVID-19): List of disinfectants with evidence for use against COVID-19 (Government of Canada)
Clean it Right Posters – TIANS
Arenas
Top 10 Considerations For Ice Rink Post COVID-19 Reignition – Podcast by The Zamboni Company
Charting the Road Return of Rec Hockey: “I Believe We’ve Found a Path Back”
Hockey Nova Scotia Statement on Return to Play
Hockey Canada Safety and protocols for a Return to Hockey
OHF Return to Hockey
Hockey Nova Scotia Return to Play Plan
Aquatics
Shutdown? How to deal with your pool – Water & Ice North America
Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) resources
PHTA Maintaining Public Aquatic Facilities
**We have been notified that any CPO certifications expiring in March/April have been extended by three months.
Pool Operations During the Covid-19 Crisis – Aquatic Design & Engineering
Coronavirus Toolkit – For Pool & Hot Tub Professionals
Aquatic Design & Engineering – Covid and Pools – Opening considerations
Reopening Pool- PHTA Guidance
Pools and Covid by Aquatic Design & Engineering
Considerations for Long-term Pool Shutdowns – WINA
Information Bulletin – Cleaning Decontamination and Safe Water Management of Aquatic Facilities
Information Bulletin – Recommendations for Aquatic Staff Training
Information Bulletin – Resuscitation First Aid Recommendations
Playgrounds/Parks
Planning for the Summer and Beyond in our Parks
Canada Ready To Re-Open Its Playspaces?
Turf
Sports Turf Canada has pulled together some turf resources
COVID-19 Readiness Plan St. Paul Saints
Trails
Nova Scotia Trails – Bulletin
Business and Events
Halifax Chamber of Commerce
Adrenalin Magazine resource
Guidance for Event Organizers
Covermaster has some Modular Partition Systems available that would allow your member facilities to create temporary hospital facilities, isolation pods for shelters or divider walls for proper social distancing in queues during this COVID-19 Pandemic. These partitions can be quickly and easily cleaned and disinfected.
Covermaster Look Modular Partition Leaflet
Covermaster Look Modular Partition Catalog
Government of Nova Scotia – COVID-19 and you business
Government of Canada – Preventing COVID-19 in the workplace: Employers, employees and essential service workers
Ministers Direction on AGM’s
Business Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist
Government of Canada – Risk-informed decision-making for mass gatherings during COVID-19 pandemic
Mental Health/Fitness
Sport Nova Scotia has developed a COVID-19 Guide for maintaining a positive, healthy lifestyle during the pandemic
Canadian Mental Health Association resources
World Health Organization coping with stress during COVID-19
Matrix Community App – Support your members with a free virtual fitness community!
On-Demand Webinar: Mental Health and Resilience During COVID-19
On-Demand Webinar: Working From Home During COVID-19
Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia – Mental health resources
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety – Mental health webinars
Canadian Red Cross – Coronavirus prevention tips and resources
Nova Scotia Health Authority Therapy Assistance Online (TAO)
Mental Health Commission of Canada – Crisis Virtual Response Training
Government of Nova Scotia
Letter from Dr. Strang
Novel Coronavirus resources
Preparing to Reopen Nova Scotia