News release: October 15, 2021
Proof of vaccination required for youth sports participants 12 and older effective November 1
Brampton, ON. (October 15, 2021) – Effective November 1, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., all participants 12 years and older entering sports or recreational fitness facilities in Peel will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a valid medical exemption, along with identification. This will apply to youth and all coaches, instructors, caregivers, volunteers, and game officials.
This proof of vaccination program is directed under a Letter of Instruction issued by Peel’s Medical Officer of Health.
Beginning November 1, the following documents will be required for every entry into sports facilities:
- Identification and proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or
- A valid medical exemption.
Indoor sports venues in Peel Region have been identified as locations of concern which have been driving transmission of COVID-19 over the last few weeks. The Peel program is consistent with other municipalities and will help to protect Peel’s active youth sports community.
Peel Public Health supports a provincial approach to proof of vaccination for youth sports to bring consistency across Ontario.
Residents can get their first or second dose at any Peel clinic.
Media contact
Sangeeta Sundaresan
Communication Specialist
Region of Peel
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
