What is Rowan's Law?
Rowan's Law was named for Rowan Stringer, a high school rugby player from Ottawa, who died in the spring of 2013 from a condition known as second impact syndrome (swelling of the brain caused by a subsequent injury that occurred before a previous injury healed). Rowan is believed to have experienced three concussions over six days while playing rugby. She had a concussion but didn't know her brain needed time to heal, neither did her parents, teachers or coaches.
Concussion Code of Conduct
For Athelete & Parents/Guardians (for Athletes under 18 yrs)
ROWAN's LAW ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
For Athletes & Parents/Guardians
Acknowledgement Form - REQUIRED