Toronto Windsurfing Club Coronavirus / COVID-19 Updates

Ontario Eases Health Measures on March 21, 2022

Carrie Jackson — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:01:00 GMT

Effective at 12:01 am on March 21, 2022 Ontario will be easing health measures related to COVID-19. Although capacity limits are no longer in place and masks are not required, we ask that all members and program participants remain vigilant and continue to self screen before coming to the club. If you are not feeling well, stay home.

Thanks and happy sailing!

Reopening and end of Restrictions

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:28:55 GMT

Effective March 21st

In line with the recommendations of the provincial government the remaining restrictions at the clubhouse will be lifted and full access restored!

While restrictions are lifted please remain conscious and respectful of other members who may still wish to observe personal social distancing.

Masks will not be mandatory on club grounds but are encouraged and highly recommended for those who are immunocompromised, at high risk, or who choose to still use them.

Should the situation change the board will update here and make any adjustments necessary to the covid policy.

Reminder that until the 21st restrictions are still in-place and must be observed!

Changerooms and lockers accessible effective July 17, 2021

Carrie Jackson — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 02:59:26 GMT

Effective Saturday July 17 the clubhouse will be open for access to changerooms and lockers. Please note that:

Masks are required in the clubhouse (trailers and washrooms)
Maximum 10 people in the clubhouse at any given time
The kitchen (including fridge) remains closed for now
The BBQ is not available at this time

Please check your your mail for the code to the lock on the clubhouse and new location of the washroom keys. .

Open with Restrictions Effective May 22, 2021

Carrie Jackson — Thu, 20 May 2021 22:30:49 GMT

On May 20, 2021 the Ontario government released its Roadmap to Reopen and announced that outdoor recreational amenities will be permitted to reopen with restrictions, effective May 22, 2021 at 12:01 a.m.

No gatherings of more than 5 people together at a time
Minimum of 2 m distance between and among people
The clubhouse and BBQ remain off-limits at this time

Please take a look at the Checklist before your visit.

A snapshot of our Safety Plan can be found here.

Members, watch for an email with full details.

We look forward to seeing you out on the water!

COVID-19 Update: Toronto Windsurfing Club is Closed Until Further Notice

Jennifer Penney — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:42:08 GMT

The Ontario Government has announced the extension of the Emergency Stay-At-Home Order, providing updated regulations that now require the closure of outdoor recreational amenities and marinas.

In order to ensure the security and safety of our members, the Club is closed effective immediately and until further notice. This closure includes TWC grounds and facilities such as the parking lot, lawn, storage trailers, clubhouse and washrooms.

This action reflects recommendations from Ontario Sailing and is consistent with the decisions of all other clubs of the Outer Harbour Sailing Federation which are also closed.

As a result of this closure, the locks on the entry gate and all storage containers have been changed and we ask all members to stop visiting the club immediately.

City by-law officers and/or the police may enforce with fines and penalties which start at $750 for individuals, significantly more for the club.

Those with storage will receive a separate email later today with instructions on making an appointment to arrange for one-time pick up and removal of any gear from TWC property. Once removed, equipment may not be returned until after the lock down regulations are lifted.

We thank you for your support and cooperation during this challenging period and hope that everyone will do their part to successfully “flatten the curve”. Please click here to contact us with any questions.

For further updates from TWC, please continue to monitor your inbox and TWC social media, or visit https://torontowindsurfingclub.com/coronavirus.

Impact of Stay-at-Home Order

Carrie Jackson — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 01:50:55 GMT

On April 7 the Ontario government announced a provincewide stay-at-home order that is effective starting on April 8 at 12:01 am. The updated regulations do not impact sailing clubs, our policies remain unchanged:

The club remains open for individual sailing with some restrictions.
Do not come to the club if you are experiencing any symptoms related to COVID-19. Please complete Ontario's online screening tool before you visit.
The clubhouse will remain closed.
Toilets are available to members only and must be kept locked at all times.
Clean your hands often. The washrooms have soap and water and sanitizer is available on the inside of every storage trailer door.
Only one person is permitted in a storage trailer at a time.
Masks must be worn in any indoor space (storage trailers and toilets). We do this to protect each other and because it is the law in Toronto.
Always maintain a physical distance of 2m to protect club members and our club.
There are no garbage facilities available at the club right now. Please take your garbage home and encourage others to do the same.
Club-led events (including racing and Boardfest) are not permitted at this time, please watch for updates on our website, social media, and email.
Camps and lessons are not permitted during the lock down..

We continue to monitor news from the local/provincial governments and are working with Sailing Ontario for guidance in understanding the regulations as they are announced so that we can keep you informed.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

Toronto Windsurfing Club

Self-Screening Required before Visiting the Club

Carrie Jackson — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 22:38:22 GMT

For the health and safety of everyone, members and guests are to conduct a self-screening before coming to the club. You can take the online screening found here --> https://covid-19.ontario.ca/screening/customer/ or use the attached poster as a reference.

COVID-Self-Screening-poster-TPH.pdf

Thank you for your continued support,

Toronto Windsurfing Club

Impact of Provincewide Emergency Brake

Carrie Jackson — Sat, 03 Apr 2021 13:17:41 GMT

On April 1 the Ontario government announced a provincewide emergency brake that is effective starting on Saturday April 3 at 12:01 am. During this time:

The club remains open for individual sailing with some restrictions.
Do not come to the club if you are experiencing any symptoms related to COVID-19. If unsure, please use Ontario's online screening tool.
The clubhouse will remain closed.
Toilets are available to members only and must be kept locked at all times.
Clean your hands often. The washrooms have soap and water and sanitizer is available on the inside of every storage trailer door.
Only one person is permitted in a storage trailer at a time.
Masks must be worn in any indoor space (storage trailers and toilets). We do this to protect each other and because it is the law in Toronto.
Always maintain a physical distance of 2m to protect club members and our club.
There are no garbage facilities available at the club right now. Please take your garbage home and encourage others to do the same.
Club-led events (including racing and Boardfest) are not permitted at this time, please watch for updates on our website, social media, and email.
Camps and lessons are not permitted while the emergency brake is in place.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

Toronto Windsurfing Club

Open with Restrictions - Updated Nov 23, 2020

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 17:32:35 GMT

The City of Toronto entered the Lockdown – grey zone of Ontario's COVID-19 Response Framework at 12:01 am on Monday 23 November 2020. During this time:

The club remains open with some restrictions.
The clubhouse will remain closed.
Toilets are available to members only and must be kept locked at all times. The key is in a lockbox on the toilet handle. Check your email for the code, never share this code with anyway and always scramble the code when you're done.
Clean your hands often. The washrooms have soap and water and sanitizer is available on the inside of every storage trailer door.
Masks must be worn in any indoor space (storage trailers and toilets). We do this to protect each other and because it is the law in Toronto. There are extra disposable masks inside each trailer, in case you've forgotten yours.
Only one person is permitted in a storage trailer at a time.
Always maintain a physical distance of 2m to protect club members and our club.
There are no garbage facilities available at the club right now. Please take your garbage home and encourage others to do the same.
Our lawn is for rigging and de-rigging, the public beach is available for those that want to chat (while maintaining a physical distance). This is so we can allow for physical distance for those rigging and de-rigging.
First aid supplies have been stored in the BBQ shed for easy access.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

Club Partially Reopening on Sunday May 17

Sun, 17 May 2020 01:17:17 GMT

We are pleased to announce that Toronto Windsurfing Club (TWC) is beginning to reopen. This reopening is subject to various government orders and a letter of permission from the City in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic.

As of Sunday May 17, members will be able to access the parking lot and their storage containers. However, the clubhouse, toilets, BBQ and garbage bins will remain off limits for now.

All members are required to follow the rules and procedures outlined below to help TWC comply with regulations and to keep each other safe:

Do not come to the club if you have any symptoms related to COVID-19 or have been in contact with anyone who has;
Bring your own mask and hand sanitizer;
Clean your hands often - especially before and after you touch common surfaces like locks;
Masks are mandatory inside the storage containers and are recommended elsewhere;
Only one person at a time may enter a storage trailer. Wait your turn if necessary;
Maintain 2m (6 ft) distance at all times;
Don’t congregate - please maximize your time on the water and minimize it on land;
Take your garbage home. Garbage bins will not be available.

We thank you for patience as we work toward a phased reopening that complies with regulations. If you have any questions, please click here. We will do our best to get back to you in a timely manner.

Toronto Windsurfing Club

Toronto Windsurfing Club is CLOSED - Update May 2, 2020

Sat, 02 May 2020 12:54:52 GMT

As we begin the month of May with warm weather in the forecast for this weekend, we regret to remind all members that TWC remains closed until further notice.

TWC is subject to emergency orders from the Province of Ontario which require the closure of all “outdoor recreational amenities” and non-essential businesses until further notice as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. In addition, we have received written notice from our landlord, Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation, who also advised us that the club must stay closed.

As a result of these orders, all locks have been changed and the clubhouse, parking lot, washrooms, storage trailers and all other facilities are closed. We ask all members to refrain from visiting the property during this closure. Members who ignore this request could have their memberships terminated.

We would also respectfully ask members NOT to bring gear from home and launch from any part of the beach near the club. This activity reflects poorly on TWC and could harm our relationship with the City.

In addition, we are aware that the City issued a warning this week to a member who was near the club. This is a further reminder that anyone in the general vicinity is now at a high risk of significant fines and penalties.

Finally, we are working with Ontario Sailing and the Outer Harbour Sailing Federation to monitor the latest developments from all levels of government. We hope to know soon if TWC and other sailing clubs will be included in an early phase of Ontario’s reopening strategy.

We thank you again for your patience and cooperation during these trying times and will provide further updates as soon as we know more. Please click here to contact us with any questions.

Toronto Windsurfing Club

References:
City of Toronto - Toronto Windsurfing Club CLOSED.pdf

Closed Until Further Notice - April 3, 2020

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:11:54 GMT

We regret to advise you that the Toronto Windsurfing Club is now completely closed until further notice. This closure includes all grounds and facilities such as the parking lot, lawn, storage trailers and, as announced last week, the clubhouse and toilets.

This action follows an order by the Government of Ontario in response to the outbreak of COVID-19 which requires the closure of all outdoor recreational amenities in the province. It also reflects recommendations from Ontario Sailing and is consistent with the decisions of all other clubs of the Outer Harbour Sailing Federation which are also closed.

As a result of this closure, the lock on the entry gate has been changed and we ask all members to stop visiting the club immediately.

Finally, please be aware that city by-law officers and/or the police have begun significant enforcement actions with fines and penalties which start at $750. The City of Toronto has also announced an emergency order regulating physical distancing in parks and public spaces, which include the club’s property and surrounding area. Any members who continue to visit the club will be doing so at their own risk.

We thank you for your support and cooperation during this challenging period and hope that everyone will do their part to maintain appropriate “physical distancing” to successfully “flatten the curve”. Please click here to contact us with any questions.

Toronto Windsurfing Club

References:

Response to COVID-19 - March 26, 2020

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 11:23:42 GMT

Although the windsurfing season is still many weeks away for most of us, we would like to update you on TWC’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak so far.

Membership Registration

We recognize that the crisis is causing financial pressures for many of our members and TWC would like to help out as much as possible.

Although the Early Bird registration discount (10%) would normally end on April 1, we will now continue the discount for the entire season for all new and returning members.

In addition, if any members with storage slots need more time to pay, we will make reasonable arrangements. Please click here to contact us.

Finally, if you have already registered but would like to cancel your 2020 membership for any reason, please let us know before April 15 by clicking here and completing the form. Unfortunately, any members with storage who cancel but wish to return next year will have to join the storage wait list.

Club Activities

We regret that all club activities, events and programs will be suspended until further notice. We currently expect this suspension period to continue for at least 2 to 3 months and include spring activities such as Workfest, Boardfest, SUP events, and Wed pm club races and BBQ’s. The Hatteras trip has also recently been cancelled.

We will continue to monitor the rules and recommendations from the relevant public authorities and decide if and when we can resume these activities.

We will also reassess our plans for adult lessons and the summer youth camp as we get closer to the start dates of these programs.

Access to Club Facilities

The clubhouse will be closed until further notice.

We also strongly urge all members to stay home and avoid visiting the club during this period. However, members who wish to windsurf or paddle on their own gear must comply with all rules and guidance from public authorities. They should also be aware that public policy on social distancing and outdoor activities is evolving rapidly and is widely expected to become more strict in the near future.

More Information

For further updates from TWC, please continue to monitor your inbox and TWC social media, or visit https://torontowindsurfingclub.com/coronavirus.

For more information on government policies, please consult the links below:

We thank you for your understanding and hope for better news as the windsurfing season progresses. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us by clicking here.

Toronto Windsurfing Club