We are continually updating this website page as the situation evolves and resources are created.
Last update: November 25, 2020 - please click here for the latest news
Current Sport Levels
Level 1
These sports are available to be offered by Locals around the province, once they receive approval from the SOBC provincial office. (Indoor Club Fit programs currently paused.)
| Figure skating | Athletics | Club Fit |
| Speed skating | Bocce | Fit Families & Friends |
| Swimming | Golf |
Pilot Program Level
Interested Locals can apply to the SOBC provincial office to host a pilot for these sports. (Powerlifting programs are currently paused.)
| Alpine skiing | Basketball | Active Start |
| Cross country skiing | Bowling (5- and 10-pin) | FUNdamentals |
| Curling | Powerlifting | |
| Floor hockey | Rhythmic gymnastics | |
| Snowshoeing |
SOBC Return to Sport Plan
- The full plan (November 20, 2020)
How do i return to sport?
- Athlete requirements and resources
- Coach and volunteer requirements and resources
- Frequently Asked Questions (November 20, 2020)
The safety of all participants remains our highest priority. We appreciate everyone’s diligence in following all safety and hygiene protocols. This is essential to protect everyone.
Coach and volunteer webinars
SOBC is running required Return to Sport training webinars for all coaches in the sports that are reopening. More webinars will be added as the need arises. Upcoming webinar dates:
- December 1 (general indoor sports)
- December 10 (snow sports)
- January 7 (snow sports)
The registration deadline for each is 9 a.m. on the day of the webinar.
Masks
In line with current recommendations from the Provincial Health Officer, all participants in all indoor programs (except swimming) must wear masks. Any participants who need to apply for an exemption for medical reasons are asked to contact SOBC staff at covid@specialolympics.bc.ca.
Basic Program Safety Standards and Resources
- Checklist for Locals Starting a Return to Sport Program (November 2, 2020)
- Standard Program Protocol (November 20, 2020)
- Program Progressions during Return to Sport (October 19, 2020)
- Program Safety Volunteer Role (November 20, 2020)
- Health Screening Tracking Form (October 30, 2020)
- Coach Checklist
- Positive Case Timeline
- Immediate Emergency Contact List
Sport-Specific Protocols and Resources
| Athletics | Alpine Skiing | Club Fit |
| Basketball | Bowling (5- and 10-pin) |
Fit Families & Friends |
| Bocce | Cross Country Skiing | Active Start (new resource October 28) |
| Golf | Curling | FUNdamentals (new resource October 28) |
| Powerlifting | Figure Skating | |
| Rhythmic Gymnastics |
Floor Hockey | |
| Swimming (updated October 28) |
Snowshoeing | |
| Speed Skating |
Return to Sport News
Please click here for past updates.
Work continues on sport-specific safety requirements for remaining sports. Additional sports will be added when the sport-specific plans and education are available, when facilities are available, AND when provincial health conditions allow.
Contact
This email address is monitored by SOBC Vice President, Sport Lois McNary, SOBC Sport Manager Helen Cheung, and SOBC Program Manager Michelle Cruickshank to provide timely responses.