How do protests work at the OFSAA championship?
Rule- Ontario
- OFSAA
- Cross country
- High school sport
- Grades 9-12
- Novice, Junior, Senior
- 2026-27
- Runners
All disputes go to the Protest Committee (three people: the chair of the Sport Advisory Committee or designate, a tournament committee member, and one more appointed by the convenor).
- A protest must be in writing to the championship convenor or designate, fully describe the incident, and come with a $100.00 fee (refundable if the protest is upheld).
- It must be submitted within 30 minutes of the end of the event, or within 30 minutes of the occurrence if the incident was outside the field of play.
- Officials' decisions and the eligibility of transfer students cannot be protested.
- Disputes about tournament structure and procedure must be raised no later than the coaches' meeting.
- Protest Committee decisions are final.
Added 25 Oct 2026