About Rowan’s Law
Rowan’s Law is named in memory of Rowan Stringer, a high school rugby player from Ottawa who passed away in 2013 from second impact syndrome—a serious and potentially fatal condition that can occur when a second concussion is sustained before a previous one has fully healed.
Rowan is believed to have experienced multiple concussions over a short period while continuing to participate in sport. At the time, she—and those around her—were unaware of the signs, risks, and the critical importance of allowing the brain adequate time to recover.
Rowan’s Law and Rowan’s Law Day were established to honour her memory and to increase awareness of concussion safety, including prevention, recognition, and proper management.
WFSC Commitment to Concussion Safety
The Whitby Figure Skating Club is committed to providing a safe training environment for all participants. In alignment with Rowan’s Law and Skate Canada guidelines:
- Any skater suspected of having a concussion must be immediately removed from the ice
- Skaters may only return to participation with appropriate medical clearance
- Parents/guardians are expected to report any suspected or diagnosed concussion to the Club and their coach
- Coaches and program staff will follow established concussion management protocols
The health and safety of our skaters is our top priority. No athlete will be permitted to train or compete while exhibiting signs of a concussion.
