These resources are provided to support concussion awareness and knowledge building for the school community. They are organized by the concussion component they focus on: awareness, identification, management, prevention, and training. As you review the resources, check your school board concussion policy to make sure it aligns with the resources.
Coming in 2026 Rowan’s Law Day:
Starting in October 2025, Ophea will be looking for school boards/schools to volunteer to provide suggestions to update the content for the 2026 Rowan’s Law Day Toolkit. This process will involve school board/school leaders engaging students in discussion topics (provided by Ophea) focused on strategies and topics that will engage students in meaningful activities for the 2026 Rowan’s Law Day. This includes creative ways for students to share their stories and learning on the topic of concussion.
If you are interested in being part of this opportunity, contact [email protected].
General Ressources/Guiding Documents
Awareness
Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada
Awareness raising, educational programs focused on sport-related concussion
https://concussionfoundation.ca/
Dr. Mike Evans
Concussions 101, a Primer for Kids and Parents
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCCD52Pty4A
Government of Ontario
Rowan's Law Official Concussion Awareness Resources and sample templates
https://www.ontario.ca/page/rowans-law-concussion-awareness-resources
Hockey Canada
https://www.hockeycanada.ca/en-ca/hockey-programs/safety/concussions
Holland Bloorview Concussion Centre
Awareness infographics, developed specifically for children and youth, http://hollandbloorview.ca/programsandservices/concussioncentre/concussi...
- 6 things you should know about concussions
- Signs of a concussion
- I think I have a concussion, how can I get better?
- Sleep tips to recover from a concussion
Handbook for Parents and Kids
www.hollandbloorview.ca/concussionhandbook
Ophea
The Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education
safety.ophea.net
Parachute
Awareness resources for all members of the school community,
http://www.parachutecanada.org/injury-topics/item/concussion-resources-f...
- Concussion Guide for Teachers
- Concussion Guide for Coaches
- Concussion Guide for Parents and Caregivers
- Concussion Guide for Athletes
- Concussion Ed app
Team Up, Speak Up
- Pledge to do your part to fight concussions: www.concussionfoundation.ca/team-up
Management
Holland Bloorview Concussion Centre
https://hollandbloorview.ca/programsandservices/concussioncentre/welcome
- I think I have a concussion, how can I get better?
- Sleep tips to recover from concussion
- SCHOOLFirst: Enabling successful return-to-school for Canadian youth following a concussion
- Concussion programs and services
Ophea
The Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education
safety.ophea.net
- Sample Documentation of Medical Assessment
- Sample Documentation for Concussion Management – Home Preparation for Return to School (RTS) and Return to Physical Activity (RTPA) Plan
- Sample Documentation for School Concussion Management – Return to School (RTS) and Return to Physical Activity (RTPA) Plan
- Sample Documentation for Medical Clearance
Parachute
After a Concussion: Return-to-School Strategy
https://parachute.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Return-to-School-Strategy.pdf
After a Concussion: Return-to-Sport Strategy
https://parachute.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Return-to-Sport-Strategy.pdf
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Rowan's Law Official Concussion Awareness Resources and sample templates
http://www.ontario.ca/concussions
Identification
Concussion in Sport Group
Concussion Recognition Tool 6 (available in English only)
https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/bjsports/57/11/692.full.pdf
Ophea
Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education
safety.ophea.net
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Rowan's Law Official Concussion Awareness Resources and sample templates
http://www.ontario.ca/concussions
Prevention
Ophea
The Ontario Physical Activity Safety Standards in Education Sample Concussion Prevention Strategies
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
- Rowan's Law: Concussion Safety
- Rowan's Law: Concussion Awareness Resources including e-booklets and videos
- Hit. Stop. Sit. Poster
- Signs of a Concussion Poster
Training
Ophea
Concussion Prevention, Identification, and Management for Ontario Schools e-Learning module
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Rowan's Law Official Concussion Awareness Resources and sample templates
