Menu FR Home City news City News Search Indoor City recreation centres and cultural facilities will require proof of vaccination Indoor City recreation centres and cultural facilities will require proof of vaccination September 20, 2021 Announcements and Events Starting on Wednesday, September 22, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination will be required for those 12 and older to enter City recreation and cultural facilities, with some exceptions identified below. Upon entering a recreation centre, swimming pool, arena, or theatre venue, a person must have an electronic or hard copy of their vaccination receipt confirming two doses received at least 14 days prior, and a piece of valid identification, such as: Driver’s licence Health Card Passport Birth certificate Without a proof of vaccination, a person cannot access indoor recreational or cultural activities, including: Lane and public swims Fitness classes – including Aquafit Weight/Cardio drop-ins Instructional cooking, music or art classes Adult sports or drop-in activities Theatre or studio performance or cinema Museums Rented spaces Adults who accompany children or youth into a facility for activities – including but not limited to swimming lessons or Learn-to-Skate activities – require proof they have been fully vaccinated. Residents are reminded to arrive a few minutes earlier before the scheduled session or activity. All COVID-related protocols remain in place – including reservations, capacity limits, masking and physical distancing. Exceptions Organized sports for youth between the ages of 12 and 17, including on ice sports, sport leagues, badminton, table tennis, tennis, ball hockey, martial arts, dance, basketball, swimming lessons, aquatic certification courses or volleyball. However, this youth age group will require proof of vaccination for recreational swims, use of a cardio and weight room or attending an activity or sporting event as a spectator. Religious ceremonies, funeral services or wedding ceremonies hosted in City facilities (This does not include any social gatherings occurring before or after these events) Brief entry to use the washroom, pick up a participant, seek information or make a payment. Other City facilities and in-person services Other City facilities and in-person services do not require proof of vaccination. These services and facilities include: Service Ottawa Client Service Centres Building Code Services Ottawa Public Library branches – with possible exceptions for meeting and program rooms Transit – including transit stations Employment and Social Services and Rent Supplement Program Offices Business Licensing Centre Provincial Offence Act Court For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca or call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). You can also connect with us through Facebook (link is external) , Twitter (link is external) and Instagram (link is external) . Public Inquiries Media Inquiries Contact us About us Follow us Report or request © 2001 - 2021 City of Ottawa