Federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate: Here’s what we know, what we don’t That the decision to extend the proof of vaccination requirement was made because sport and fitness activities can create opportunities for COVID-19 to spread more easily, the statement from the health units said.“Indoor sports increase the risk of spreading COVID-19,” says Dr.
Chris Mackie, medical officer of health with the MLHU.“We have seen outbreaks in these settings across Ontario, and immunization is the solution if we want sports to continue.”Mackie said this new change will likely apply to thousands of people, but most within that age group are already vaccinated.Of those fully vaccinated between the ages of 12 and 17, MLHU is reporting 81.7 per cent, whereas in.