Concussion Information
Concussions & Concussion Management
The MHL with the guidance of GTHL has adopted the Hockey Canada Concussion Policy and Protocol. Additional information is available through the GTHL Concussion Centre.
As part of this transition, the GTHL’s previous Suspected Concussion Report Form has been replaced by the Hockey Canada Injury Report Form.
When a concussion is suspected, families should be provided with the Medical Assessment Letter and asked to have the player assessed by a medical professional.
If a concussion is diagnosed, the Hockey Canada Communication Tool should be used to document and monitor the player’s progress through the Return-to-Sport Protocol.
Once the player has successfully completed the protocol, please submit the completed Communication Tool and Medical Clearance Letter to the GTHL office.
If a concussion has been ruled out, only the Injury Report Form and Medical Assessment Letter should be submitted to the GTHL.
Please note that if a medical professional chooses not to complete the Hockey Canada forms, the GTHL may accept a note from the treating physician confirming that:
- the player was assessed for concussion symptoms; and
- the player has been medically cleared to return to hockey activities.
Thank you for your cooperation in supporting player safety and concussion management.
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