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Hockey NS Covid-19 Phase 3 Update

Good evening everyone,

 

As you all know, most Public Health restrictions have been lifted across the province today as we move to Phase 3 of the provincial reopening plan. You can learn more about Phase 3 by clicking here.

 

Effective today, the following are in effect in Nova Scotia:

 

  • there will be no gathering limits or capacity limits, but people should still keep their social groups small and consistent and make careful choices about the gatherings they attend
  • physical distance will no longer be required between individuals and groups, although distancing is still recommended
  • masks will no longer be required, but wearing one in indoor public places or crowded outdoor places is strongly recommended
  • businesses and organizations across all sectors can resume full operations with no mandatory Public Health restrictions
  • special events including festivals, sports, performances, meetings, training and faith ceremonies can resume in full.

 

While masks are no longer mandated, we strongly encourage our members to continue to wear them.

 

As well, anyone who feels sick should say home and get tested.

 

People who test positive for COVID-19 are still required to self-isolate for seven days from the date symptoms started, or from the date of a positive test if there are no symptoms. There is no requirement to notify contacts outside a person’s household but people are encouraged to do so, especially for those who are at increased risk. Contacts are not required to isolate as long as they are symptom-free and test negative, whether they live with the person who tested positive or not.

 

We know the pandemic isn’t over but this is another encouraging step for our province. Let’s continue to work together to have a successful conclusion to our hockey season.

 

 

Yours in Hockey,

 

Amy Walsh

Executive Director

Hockey Nova Scotia

 

Arnie Farrell

President

Hockey Nova Scotia

Mar 22, 2022

Hockey Nova Scotia Awards - Call for Nominations

Hello Inferno Families,
 
Hockey Nova Scotia is accepting nominations for year end awards.  
 
 
Thank you,
 
MEIFHA.
 

Annual Awards

Thank you for all that you do

 

We know that our game would not be possible without incredible contributions from everyday Nova Scotians.

So each year, we hand out dozens of awards to several deserving members of our hockey family to say thanks.

Our long list of annual awards can be found below.

If you would like to nominate someone for one of these awards, you can do so by completing an award nomination form.

 


Deadline: April 11, 2022

Mar 15, 2022

Final Online Apparel Order Closes March 15th, 2022

Here is the flyer for what's available now:

 

 

Mar 11, 2022

Hockey Nova Scotia Update

Easing of Restrictions March 7th and March 21st - more info to follow soon

Feb 23, 2022

Hockey Nova Scotia Update - Easing of Restrictions February 14th, 2022

 

 

 

Good evening everyone,

 

Earlier today, the province announced that beginning next week, COVID-19 restrictions will be eased over three phases. To read the complete release from the province, please click here.

 

Phase 1 will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, Feb, 14 and the following restrictions impacting hockey will go into effect:

 

  • Groups of up to 60 are now permitted in the field of play.
  • Teams can have practices and regular league games (see explanation below).
  • Competition is limited to regular league games. This refers to the current league that your team is playing in. If a game is part of your team’s regular league or competitive schedule, it is allowed. Bringing together teams that typically do not play one another is not allowed.
  • Tournaments are still not permitted.
  • Physical distancing is not required in the field of play; masks are recommended at all times when not on the ice surface.
  • Spectators are allowed up to the formal gathering limit; the formal gathering limit for gatherings is 50 per cent of capacity indoors. Capacities will vary by facility. Please check with your local rink. (NOTE: While today’s press release states that fitness, recreation and leisure businesses and organizations can operate at 75 per cent capacity and references arenas, we have clarified with the province that this section does not apply to hockey or spectators at a hockey game).

 

We know today’s update will be welcome news for our members as we return to game action. We are hopeful that we will continue to trend in the right direction. Phase 1 is the first step in a three phase reopening plan and each phase is expected to last about a month. We understand that the situation will be evaluated on a week-to-week basis and we will provide more information to you as soon as we have it.

 

We will also be providing an update later this month on how this will impact the remainder of the season (including provincial tournaments and other events).

 

Please continue to follow the protocols and thank you all for your continued support. As always, we appreciate your efforts and commitment to keeping everyone on the ice.

 

Sincerely,

 

Amy Walsh

Executive Director

Hockey Nova Scotia

 

Arnie Farrell

President

Hockey Nova Scotia

Feb 9, 2022
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