Rowan’s Law: Concussion Safety
With the new school year underway, students are diving back into clubs and sports. Whether it’s intramural games, gym classes, or interschool sports, prioritizing concussion safety is essential. Taking proper precautions and recognizing the signs and symptoms of a concussion can help keep every student safe and healthy while they stay active.
To support student well-being, the Ontario Government continues to promote concussion awareness and injury prevention through Rowan’s Law, Ontario’s concussion safety legislation named in memory of Rowan Stringer, a 17-year-old athlete who tragically passed away in 2013 due to second impact syndrome. This condition, caused by the swelling of the brain from an injury that occurred before a previous injury healed, highlights the critical importance of recognizing and treating concussion symptoms. Rowan’s Law and Rowan’s Law Day were created to honour Rowan’s memory and bring greater awareness for concussion safety among students, parents, educators and coaches.
To learn more, please visit: Rowan’s Law: Concussion Awareness Resources | ontario.ca
Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource E-Booklet
This e-booklet will help you learn more about concussions so you can keep yourself and others active and safe — whether you’re an athlete, student, parent, coach, official or educator.
You can download and print a copy for reference.
- Ages 10 and Under
- Ages 11–14
- Ages 15 and Up
- A Guide for Students & Athletes of All Abilities
- A Supplementary Resource to the Guide for Students & Athletes of All Abilities
Updated on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.