A→The GTHL continues to work with the Ontario Hockey Federation on a program geared specifically to U16 and U18 high performance players. The GTHL Return to Play Framework September 2, 2020 Greater Toronto Hockey League Releases Game Plan Outlining Return to Play Framework The Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) has announced their return to play Game Plan that outlines timelines, protocols, and procedures for the 2020-21 season. The GTHL issued its Game Plan, a staged plan to return to hockey activity, on September 1. Sport for our youth and adults alike closed on March 12, 2020 with no identified return. This type of action would be reviewed by the GTHL Membership Committee when applications for the 2020-21 season are submitted. So I get a refund? The Knights Executive team is now in the process of evaluating the requirements and designing workable programs around them. Visit the arenas page on the GTHL website if you wish to call ahead. We recognize there are other hockey activities that some families are … 8 GTHL Return to Play Protocol NO Body Checking *Acknowledgement: Montreal Children’s Hospital “Return To Hockey Following A Concussion” McCrory P, et al. This announcement dated October 3rd supersedes all previous announcements regarding commencement of hockey activities. Does this include coaches?A→ No. A → The Local Public Health Authority will provide direction to the participant, team, Association and GTHL on what steps are necessary. As you may have heard, the GTHL has announced that all sanctioned hockey activities within its jurisdiction are postponed until at least January 1, 2021, pending further advice from health authorities. The GTHL is a sanctioned league. A→ The GTHL has released an update on the season postponement and has set a new timeframe for potential re-opening. The GTHL issued its Game Plan, a staged plan to return to hockey activity, on September 1. A→Hockey Canada sanctioned activities include all games, playoffs, try-outs, practices, camps, team activities (that includes team parties and banquets), programs and Provincial, Regional, and National Championships. GTHLHockey, Toronto, Ontario. (Added August 19) Q- Will AAA Waivers be issued for the 2020-21 season? Is this allowed? No winners no losers? . (Added March 16) Q-What will happen to Spring tryouts for the 2020-21 season? When/how will it be collected? The Game Plan is a fluid and living document that will require revisions as we move into the fall and throughout the 2020-21 season. What are the residency rules for Markham for the 2020-21 season? Why am I paying fees if we aren’t playing League games? (Added August 18) Q – When will players be released from old teams? More information will be released in the coming weeks. GTHLHockey, Toronto, Ontario. For more information, please contact: Not all arenas have their protocols listed on their website. A→The Office is pausing this activity but will be resuming it in the coming weeks. A→Teams looking for players will have the option of posting it on the GTHL website under “players wanted”. A→ No. A→Teams and organizations are encouraged to refund payments for any services/supplies that have not been provided. What are our options? This group will be looking at best practices that could be implemented to assist in lowering the expense to parents and families. Some of the Ontario Women’s Hockey Association programs have restarted. Return to Hockey Framework. (Added October 22) Q – Can I play in an unsanctioned League at the moment? Players can start to register for hockey beginning September 7, 2020 through a paper team selection process. Greater Toronto Hockey League (Added August 7) Q- What’s happening with coaching clinics for the 2020-21 season? Players U10 to U13 would have to return to their home center if the GTHL team they played for last season is now folded. 3,049 likes. facilities for sports and recreational fitness activities during COVID-19 the GTHL has developed a, return-to-hockey framework specific to our circumstances here in the GTHL. The plan was developed to align with Hockey Canada’s Safety Guidelines and the Ontario government’s COVID-19 Return to Sport Guidelines. Q- If one of our players tests positive who should we report to? (Added October 14) Q- I want to be released from my team that I registered with now that there is no on-ice activity. Coaches, players, and officials are encouraged to acquaint themselves with the rules for 3-on-3 and 4-on-4 that will be enforced during Period 1. In alignment with Hockey Canada’s Safety Guidelines and the Ontario government’s Guidance for facilities for sports and recreational fitness activities during COVID-19, the GTHL has developed a return-to-hockey framework specific to our circumstances here in the GTHL. “A”, “AA” and “AAA” players will first register directly with the GTHL. Teams can take to the ice beginning October 7, 2020 (subject to change) for small scrimmages and team training. The Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) has announced their return to play Game Plan that outlines timelines, protocols, and procedures for the 2020-21 season. We absolutely do not recommend competitive matches in competitions or selection processes to take place in this early period of returning to ensure that things are fair for all involved.