News From The MBRC
A spirited group of cyclists, riding in & around Southern Ontario escarpment for sport and fitness
A spirited group of cyclists, riding in & around Southern Ontario escarpment for sport and fitness
From the OCA
We are pleased to announce that as part of the Provincial Government’s move into Step 1 of the Roadmap to Reopen plan, club/team activities will be permitted to resume, under specific protocols, beginning June 11, 2021. The OCA has highlighted these requirements within the Return to Sport Update below. Additionally, the OCA has updated the Progressive Return to Cycling Guidelines as of June 9, 2021.
Return to Sport Update – June 10
Progressive Return to Cycling Guidelines – June 09
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The Provincial Government has implemented a Stay-at-Home Order effective April 8, 2021. Details relating to the order can be found at the Province wide Shutdown Website
Stay-at-Home Order (O-Reg 265/21) – Guides Ontarians as to their individual responsibilities.
Rules for Areas in Stage 1 (Shutdown Zone) – O-Reg 82/20 – General rules for the Shutdown Zone
1 (1) Every individual shall remain at the residence at which they are currently residing at all times unless leaving their residence is necessary for one or more of the following purposes…
16. Exercising, including,
48 (4) …no indoor or outdoor sports or recreational classes are permitted at any indoor or outdoor sport and recreational facilities.
What this means for cycling:
The OCA will continue working with our advisors including the government of Ontario to obtain further clarity.
OCA sanctioned group activities have increased to 20 participants per group [unless regional or facility restrictions dictate less]. A reminder that all participants must maintain a minimum 2M physical distance at all times. Please review the Return to Sport Update V6 and Progressive Return to Sport Guidelines V2 for all safety protocols.
From OCA:
Please find below information on the current state of affairs as well as information on our COVID-19 Membership Compensation Policy being offered to the membership.
OCA Announcement on Membership Compensation as a Result of COVID-19
Ontario Cycling Association COVID-19 Membership Compensation Policy
We know some will decide to take the refund or credit options available, while others may simply accept that by not taking a credit or refund, they are signaling a strong gesture of support for the Ontario Cycling Association, its programs and partners, and the sport in the province.
Please note that memberships for 2020 will NOT be cancelled. No matter which of the provided options the Member chooses, they will still retain their membership status for 2020 with the Ontario Cycling Association and be eligible to participate in sanctioned activities.