Hockey fans wanting to cheer on the Edmonton Oilers at home this upcoming season will have to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative COVID-19 test.
Oilers Entertainment Group (OEG) employees, event staff or guests entering Rogers Place will need to show proof they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or that they have tested negative for the novel coronavirus.
Employees will need to be fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to the Oilers first pre-season game on Sept. 28“After careful deliberation with stakeholders including the NHL, WHL, live entertainment promoters, our fans and Alberta Health, we believe these changes are not only vital to the safety of our fans and staff, but also critical in the fight against COVID-19 as we welcome fans back to our venue and do our part for the safe reopening our city, province and country,” OEG said in a statement. “We will continue to monitor the situation and provide more information on our venue COVID-19 policies in the coming weeks.”
The news comes as the Calgary Flames, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks, Winnipeg Jets have all announced that proof of full vaccination or a negative test will be required to access its venues as well.
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