Vaughan residents who want to access city facilities or join fall recreation programs must be vaccinated

Thestar.com
Sept. 17, 2021
Dina Al-Shibeeb

The City of Vaughan said in a Sept. 15 release that residents who want to use its facilities or plan to participate in the upcoming fall recreation programs must be fully vaccinated as of Sept. 22.

Those who intend to use the city’s indoor premises for sports and recreational fitness activities must show proof of vaccination and proof of identification unless they qualify for an exemption.

“Individuals with a medical exemption are required to present identification and appropriate written documentation from a medical doctor or qualified registered nurse stating the individual is exempt for a medical reason,” the city said.

“The approach for how exemptions will be processed is still being determined by the city. Updates will be shared as available,” it added.

Those required to show proof are:

• Individuals over the age of 18 accessing the facility for any purpose, including parents or guardians of youth participating in an organized sport.

• Youth 12 years of age and older using gym equipment or other areas with exercise equipment or weights.

• Youth 12 years of age and older spectating, including at sporting events.

Proof of vaccination is not required for the following:

• Youth under the age of 18 actively participating in an organized sport, including training, practices, games and competitions, including: sports leagues, organized pickup sports, dance classes, martial arts, swimming classes.
• Children under the age of 12.