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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer and AB Health.

Below is the notification sent by CMSA.

Good afternoon parents, teams, volunteers, and member-clubs,

Over the past two years, we have worked closely with Alberta Soccer and Alberta Health Services to keep our youth on the field. Following the provincial announcement yesterday, CMSA would like to make all participants aware of the following changes (‘Step 1’) in the easing of the public health measures that are effective today, February 9:

Removal of Restrictions Exemption Program (REP)

  • A government issued QR code, negative COVID-19 test result or medical exemption is no longer required for entry into sport and recreation facilities. This applies to all players, team officials, referees, and spectators.

Capacity Limitations/Spectators

  • Sport and recreation facilities must limit capacity to 50%. We appreciate your support in keeping the number of spectators reduced to ensure compliance with the provincial restriction.
  • Please note that the Macron Performance Centre has a one spectator per player limit in effect.

Masks

  • Masks remain mandatory for coaches, referees, spectators, and players.
  • Players may only remove their mask when they arrive to the field.
  • Effective February 14: children 12 and under are not required to wear a mask in any setting.  This however is a provincial directive, and the mask bylaw is still in effect for the City of Calgary. The City of Calgary Face Covering Bylaw (63M2021) requires everyone over two years of age to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.

Food and beverage

  • Food and beverage consumption is permitted in a seated setting with a maximum of 10 people per table.

Screen for symptoms

CMSA will continue to clarify and communicate any further changes as we receive updates and/or as the province moves towards Step 2 and Step 3 in the easing of public health measures.

Thank you all for your continued support and understanding.

Calgary Minor Soccer Association

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer and AB Health.

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on December 31, 2021.

Hello CMSA teams, volunteers, and families,

Ahead of CMSA League games commencing January 3, 2022, in alignment with the recent updates to the Government of Alberta’s Restriction Exemption Program, the following measures will be in place to ensure participant safety at all CMSA related league games and events:

  • Sport and recreation facilities must limit capacity by 50%. To manage this, facilities will permit one adult/parent per player ONLY and the spectator and player must enter the facility together.  No youth/sibling spectators are permitted.
  • Proof of vaccination, a negative test result, or a medical exemption, along with government issued ID is still required for all participants ages 12+
  • Masks are required at all times for spectators. Players, team officials and referees may remove their mask when actively on the field of play
  • Dressing rooms will be available 15 minutes prior to, and 15 minutes after games
  • No food and drink services or consumption is permitted on site.

For a detailed overview of all health and safety measures, please click here.

CMSA is committed to participant safety and is ensuring we are following all protocols and safety measures so that youth can continue play. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these changes.

Calgary Minor Soccer Association

 

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer and AB Health.   

Effective Friday, October 1st, 2021, CNS will require all participants in the Competitive and Grassroots / Training program aged 12 and older to show proof of one of the following in order to participate in the program:

  • Government-issued proof of COVID-19 single vaccination as long as the latest dose was given two (2) or more weeks prior to attendance.
    • Note that after October 25th, proof of COVID-19 double vaccination will be required.  
    • Note that government-issued ID will also be required to authenticate proof of vaccination.
  • Proof of a negative COVID-19 test, taken within the previous 72 hours prior to entrance (either PCR or Rapid Test).
  • Documentation of a medical exemption.

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on September 23, 2021.

Good Afternoon families, team officials, volunteers and members,

Following the Calgary City Council Vaccine Passport Bylaw (BYLAW 65M2021) effective today September 23, 2021; all participants in the CMSA Indoor 2021-2022 Season who are born in 2009 or earlier, will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test upon entering a Calgary facility for CMSA League Play. Please CLICK HERE for more information.

We are currently coordinating with the soccer facilities in Calgary and will have an update regarding the game day process in the coming weeks.

Thank you for your patience, support and understanding as we work to get kids on the field safely and in compliance with all governing body mandates.

Calgary Minor Soccer Association

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer.   

CNS has made the decision to adopt the Restriction Exemption Program.  Effective Friday, October 1st, 2021, CNS will require all participants in the Competitive and Grassroots / Training program aged 12 and older to show proof of one of the following in order to participate in the program:

  • Government-issued proof of COVID-19 single vaccination as long as the latest dose was given two (2) or more weeks prior to attendance.
    • Note that after October 25th, proof of COVID-19 double vaccination will be required.  
    • Note that government-issued ID will also be required to authenticate proof of vaccination.
  • Proof of a negative COVID-19 test, taken within the previous 72 hours prior to entrance (either PCR or Rapid Test).
  • Documentation of a medical exemption.

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on September 08, 2021.

Permitted Activities

  • Under 18 years of age INDOOR and OUTDOOR contact activities are permitted for games, scrimmages and contact play without on field restrictions.
  • Under 18 years of age INDOOR ACTIVITIES - Restrictions Exemption Program MAY be implemented by ASA Members, requiring individuals (team personnel, bench person, and referees) to provide government-issued proof of immunization - single dose accepted between September 20 and October 25 if received 2 weeks before time of event; double doses required after October 25; or a negative privately paid COVID-19 test from within the previous 72 hours in order to access a variety of participating social, recreational and discretionary events and businesses throughout the province.

Masks (REQUIREMENT if not applying the Restriction Exemption Program)

  • Masks are mandatory when not on the indoor field of play if 2 metres distancing cannot be maintained.
  • Players may remove masks during active training/play but are required to wear masks until they enter the field of play (which includes the bench area) as well as when entering /exiting the field/facility
  • Coaches may remove masks while actively coaching if maintaining the 2 metres physical distancing from players but must wear a mask if entering physical distancing space for brief interactions
  • INDOORS: Mask must be worn at all times except on the field of play.
  • OUTDOORS: Programming can proceed without restrictions; ASA Members are to be respectful of personal choice and comfort levels.

Physical Distancing (REQUIREMENT if not applying the Restriction Exemption Program)

  • INDOOR: Physical distancing of 2 metres must be maintained at all times between all participants when not actively on the field of play which includes the bench area.
    Coaches/trainers may enter physical distancing space for brief interactions with participants to correct form or technique and provide guidance during games/training sessions but must wear a mask during the interaction.
  • OUTDOOR: Training can continue without restrictions.

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer.

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on April 8, 2021 at 8:18pm.  We will continue to update the website as news is relayed to us:

Hello all,

Please see the updated notice from Alberta Soccer Associating regarding the GOA decision to not allow the splitting of fields. This decision was reversed late this afternoon.

Through significant public pressure from within the greater sport community (including what I am told is thousands of soccer people) and with support from Alberta Health we have managed to push the GOA back into allowing field splitting in the manner that was previously being used under the 8&2 model...

https://www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx?utm_source=google&utm_medium=sem&utm_campaign=Covid19&utm_term=newmeasures&utm_content=ap2&gclid=CjwKCAjw07qDBhBxEiwA6pPbHsVDly0zk4lE8hX6Utwrge9kHdrSM7JS5SSIlD4p0AtP2gSPSxK08RoCNpwQAvD_BwE

Safety requirements

  • Maximum of 10 total individuals, including all coaches, trainers, and participants.
    • Indoor and outdoor playing surfaces (for example, arena, field, court or swimming pool) may be occupied by more than one youth group, as long as 3-metres of physical distancing can be maintained between groups of 10 and the groups do not intermingle.
  • Physical distancing must be maintained between participants at all times:
    • 3 metres physical distance for indoor activities
    • 2 metres physical distance for outdoor activities
    • coaches or trainers may enter physical distancing space for brief interactions with participants (for example, to correct form or technique)

CMSA

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer.

Hi Soccer Enthusiasts,

Hope you are well.  CNS received an email update today.  Due to the short notice, we will be cancelling the session tonight.

CNS will arrange for replacement sessions so only a group of 10 will occupy the entire field.  Stay tuned...

Stay safe & healthy, CNS Administration

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on April 8, 2021.  We will continue to update the website as news is relayed to us:

Good Morning Admins & TDs;

Late last night Alberta Soccer received and update on the field splitting guidelines for indoor spaces from the Government of Alberta.

“In accordance with the return to step 1 of the re-opening plan there is no allowance for splitting indoor fields for 8 & 2 group training.

As of today, April 8, 2021, INDOOR FIELD SPLITTING IS NOT ALLOWED. For outdoor spaces we can continue to use space through splitting as long as physical distancing at a minimum of 3 meters between training groups is maintained. Please see the specific language from the GOA below;

  • Only one youth group can occupy an indoor playing surface at a time (for example, arenas, fields, courts or pools).
  • An outdoor playing surface (for example, arena, field, court or swimming pool) may be occupied by more than one youth group, as long as 3-metres of physical distancing can be maintained between groups of 10 and the groups do not intermingle.”

Thanks, CMSA

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer.

ABBA facility is now set-up to accommodate training as outlined by the governing bodies.  The indoor program will restart on February 25, 2021.

Please be sure to refresh and check the schedule regularly as CNS will pick up as many indoor sessions as possible.  Link to Indoor Schedule.

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With regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, Calgary Northside Soccer will follow the guidelines set out by the governing bodies of soccer.  CNS has contacted the facility and are waiting to hear back if and/or when they will be opening.  Stay tuned...

Below is the last notification sent by CMSA on February 6, 2021.  We will continue to update the website as news is relayed to us:

Good morning Club Presidents, TDs, and admins,

Happy Saturday!

Today, Feb. 6, 2021, Dr. Hinshaw and Minister Shandro announced that effective Monday, Feb. 8, 2021, limited team sports training will be allowed in the Step 1 ease of restrictions.

Under these new guidelines:

  • Groups of 10 individuals, including all coaches and trainers, will be allowed to participate in indoor and outdoor group training.

Details on Feb. 6, 2021, Government of Alberta announcement:

This is great news for sports! We have been in contact with ASA and they are working to provide us with more documentation, expected to be coming on Monday, as we look to return to an environment similar to Phase 1 training.

Any club who is interested in renting space at the Calgary West Soccer Centre to conduct safe, socially distant training sessions, can contact Sharon Beattie at, bookings@calgarywestsoccercentre.com.

If you have any questions, send me an email at leaguecoordinator@calgaryminorsoccer.com.

Thank you,

CMSA