OWHA Modified Playing Rules

Please note that the instructors will be working toward this in their current programs  This is not a program that is going to roll out immediately, but rather a foundation on which they can begin building.

The Government Laws state, “Team sports may only be practised or played within the facility if they do not allow for physical contact between players or if they have been modified to avoid physical contact between the players.” It is important to recognize that the Ontario Government has permitted competition with the express understanding that rules have been modified to eliminate intentional physical contact. Playing the game of hockey without intentional physical contact represents a significant shift from traditional hockey and, as such, it is the equal and collective responsibility of all participants (players, team staff, officials) to create and adhere to the gameplay structure that eliminates intentional physical contact. 

Please read the following document in full.  

http://owha.pointstreaksites.com/files/uploaded_documents/3323/OWHA__MODIFIED_RULES_September_25_2020_2.pdf