ORFA News

March 14, 2019
ORFA Leadership Post Fernie Tradegy

In October of 2017, Technical Safety BC released an ice arena refrigeration plant accident investigation report.  Contained within that report are a number of recommendations, with six (6) key areas that arena owner’s are urged to review and act upon. REPORT

In keeping with ORFA's vision to be a leader in the recreation facilities profession, and to ensure that Ontario ice areas remain safe, a reflection of what has been accomplished by the ORFA to date to address these key areas are highlighted below: 

Oct 20, 2017 - Are Ontario's Ice Rinks Safe?

Oct 24, 2017 - Ice Arena Registered Refrigeration Plant Safety Bulletin 

Oct 25, 2017 - Are Ontario's Ice Rinks Safe? – Follow Up

Aug 2, 2018 - Technical Safety BC – Investigation Report Ammonia Release Fernie Memorial Arena