Chatham-Kent Public health is introducing additional proof of vaccination requirements for all sports, recreational fitness activity facilities in the municipality.
Proof of vaccination will be required for anyone over the age of 12 who enters an indoor areas, including players, coaches, officiates or spectators at any organized sporting event.
Until now, student athletes had not been included in mandatory vaccination policies.
The new mandate comes into effect at 12:01am on October 31. Anyone 12 year of age or older must show identification and proof of vaccination for a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
By November 30, all individuals 12 and above must show identification and proof of full vaccination (2 doses received plus 14 days following the second dose).