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COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN
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WJC COVID-19 Plan Revised January 27, 2022 1Introduction
The Federation International de Ski (FIS) Alpine Junior World Ski Championships will be held at Panorama
Mountain Resort from March 1st to 9th 2022. Panorama will welcome up to 272 competitors, athlete
supporters and spectators from around the world. During this unique time of pandemic, special provisions
must be made to ensure the safety of the participants.
Purpose
This plan will outline the mitigating actions that will be used to reduce the spread of COVID-19 during the
event.
This plan will be used in conjunction with the Panorama Mountain Resort COVID-19 Safety Plan
Scope
This plan applies to the following people who will be participating in the event:
Athletes Athlete Support Equipment Technicians
Race Officials Local Organizing Committee Volunteers
(LOC)
Physical Requirements - Minimum
The following information is applicable to everyone at Panorama Mountain Resort: Guests, staff, athletes,
volunteers etc.
The Local Organizing Committee will be aligned with federal, provincial and regional COVID-19 safety
requirements. If FIS COVID-19 requirements are greater than the ones contained in this program.
Precedence will be given to the program with the higher standard of safety.
Federal Restrictions - Canada
All international guests have to meet the Government of Canada requirements for entering the country.
Information on what qualifies a person to enter Canada can be found at the following address:
https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/wizard-start
1. Travelers to Canada must be fully vaccinated to enter the country. Vaccine(s)
must meet Health Canada requirements.
2. Canada’s definition of fully vaccinated can differ from that of other countries.
Provincial Restrictions - Alberta
The restrictions in Alberta are often different than British Columbia. Current information can be found at:
https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-public-health-actions.aspx
WJC COVID-19 Plan Revised January 27, 2022 21. Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces
2. Restrictions Exemption Program is the term used in Alberta for proof of
vaccination required.
Regional Restrictions – Calgary
International travel to Panorama often involves travel into the city of Calgary. Bylaws regarding Calgary’s
response to COVID-19 can be found at the following location:
https://www.calgary.ca/csps/cema/covid19/response-to-coronavirus.html?redirect=/covid19
1. Calgary has a vaccine bylaw
Provincial Restrictions – British Columbia
Health care and associated restrictions are managed at the provincial level. This information can change
rapidly.
Current information can be found at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restrictions .
Provincial Health Officer (PHO) Orders are also applicable. They can be found at:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-
officer/current-health-topics/covid-19-novel-coronavirus
1. Face masks are required in all public indoor spaces
2. Proof of vaccination is required in restaurants and some other public indoor
spaces.
3. Capacities and seating arrangements in indoor venues have been modified
Regional Restrictions – Panorama
Panorama is in the Interior Health Region of the province of British Columbia. At times specific regions of
the province will be subject to localized restrictions. Currently, indoor organized events can have a capacity
of 50 people or 50% of a venue’s capacity (whichever is greater). This information can change rapidly.
Current information can be found at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-
19/info/restrictions#regional
1. Face masks are required in all public indoor
spaces.
2. Proof of vaccination is required in Alto Kitchen
and Bar, the T-Bar, and the Pine Inn gym.
3. Chairlifts will be loading at 100% capacity.
4. Facemasks are not required in any outdoor space.
Additional information regarding Panorama Mountain Resort specific COVID-19 policies can be found at:
WJC COVID-19 Plan Revised January 27, 2022 3https://www.panoramaresort.com/while-you-are-here/mountain-safety/health-and-safety/
Physical Requirements – World Junior Championships Participants
Dining
Dining will take place in the Great Hall. The PHO for Food and Liquor Serving Premises applies:
• The Great Hall will be closed to the public and reserved for the private use of WJC participants.
• Tables will seat a maximum of 6 people and be spaced at 2m. When 2m spacing is not achievable,
a partition will be installed.
• Mealtimes will be staggered so that the required volume of people can be fed while maintaining the
PHO order.
Lift Lines
Participants in the WJC will have a designated lift line at the Mile One and Champagne chairlifts.
• This will reduce the amount of contact that WJC participants have with the general public.
• WJC participants must not ride the chairlift with members of the general public.
• The lift line will be on the skiers left side and have signage to inform the participants of their
designated loading area.
Proof of Vaccination Documents
Proof of Vaccination records are different across the country and around the world. Acceptable forms for
proof of vaccination are as follows:
British Columbia BC Vaccine Card
Other Provinces Official provincially recognized vaccine record
International The proof of vaccination that was used to enter the country
Event participants use the FIS passport to gain access to the event. The FIS passport, will have a record of
the participants vaccination status. Vaccine(s) must meet Health Canada requirements.
There are no exceptions or exemptions for any reason, including medical or religious exemptions. This
applies to both vaccinations and the requirement to wear a face mask.
As per the Panorama Mountain Resort COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all staff and volunteers are required
to be fully vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will be tracked by the Employee Experience department using a
secure uploading portal in Dayforce.
WJC COVID-19 Plan Revised January 27, 2022 4Accreditation
• Competitors in the WJC must present their FIS passport in order to receive accreditation. There is
no access to the event without accreditation.
• Register for a FIS passport at: https://fispassport.fis-ski.com/fis/ Access Code: FIS2022.
• Questions regarding the FIS passport can be directed to C19support@fisski.com.
• Passport holders make their own arrangements to have an up-to-date Rapid or PCR test result
prior to arrival at the event uploaded to the FIS Passport system, to facilitate their access and
accreditation.
Accreditation zones and assigned cohorts will dictate access to areas of the mountain and base area
facilities.
• Proof of vaccination will be displayed on the WJC accreditation
• The accreditation will serve as the only proof of vaccination needed for the duration of the event in
all venues.
The LOC will be granted access to FIS passports.
Personal Health
Every person participating in the WJC is required to perform a daily COVID-19 Self-Assessment. Ask
yourself, are you experiencing any of the following:
Fever or chills Cough Difficulty breathing
Sore throat Loss of sense of smell or taste Headache
Extreme fatigue or tiredness Diarrhea Loss of appetite
Nausea or vomiting Body aches
If you are experiencing any of the above signs and symptoms complete these tasks:
1. Assume you have COVID-19 unless proven or told otherwise
2. You must notify the COVID-19 Officer immediately. Ryan.stimming@panoramaresort.com
3. You will receive instructions on how to complete a rapid test
4. Update the COVID-19 Officer with the results of your test
5. If the result of the test is positive, you must fill out a COVID-19 Positive Test Result Reporting Form
and follow the directions required by Interior Health
6. You must isolate for 5 days beginning at the start of your symptomatic period
7. You may return to normal activity if your symptoms are mostly resolved after 5 days
8. You must update the COVID-19 Officer with your health status.
Ryan.stimming@panoramaresort.com
At anytime, you may call Health Link BC at 8-1-1. This is a free provincial health information and advice
phone line available in British Columbia.
COVID-19 Testing (see Accreditation section also)
• The closest location for a PCR test is Go Rapid Test in Banff Alberta.
WJC COVID-19 Plan Revised January 27, 2022 5• The LOC will have rapid tests available for purchase.
• Rapid tests are also available for symptomatic people from the Invermere Health Unit COVID-19
testing site. Invermere Health Unit 850 10 Ave, Invermere, BC.
Quarantine
If a person is directed to isolate. A hotel room designated for isolation will be provided by the LOC. All other
aspects of isolation, including the delivery of food will be the responsibility of that person’s team or support
staff. The nightly rate for the room will be in line with event pricing. The occupant of the room or their
designate will be responsible for the cost.
In the event of a COVID-19 cluster or an outbreak, Interior Health will execute the management of public
health. The LOC will work with the Interior Health Environmental Health Officer. Communication to those
who have been exposed will be in coordination and at the discretion of Interior Health.
Contact information
COVID-19 Officer
Ryan Stimming – Risk and Safety Programs Manager
250-341-4133
Ryan.stimming@panoramaresort.com
Interior Health (Regional Health Authority)
BC Invermere Health Unit
850 10 Ave, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
250-341-2360
Interior Health
Jason Stark - Environmental Health Officer
250-341-5230
Jason.stark@interiorhealth.ca
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