OCC Celebrates Two Curling Ontario Community Heroes

The Oakville Curling Club is proud to celebrate two of our outstanding members, Rick Brady and Delores McCallum, who were recognized by Curling Ontario this past weekend with the prestigious Community Hero Award.

Their passion, dedication, and years of volunteer service have helped shape the Oakville Curling Club and introduce countless people to the game we love.

Honouring Rick Brady

A builder of community, fun, and lifelong curlers

Rick Brady has made extraordinary contributions to the Oakville Curling Club and to the sport of curling through his tireless involvement in some of our most cherished programs and events, including:

• The Gathering Bonspiel

• Monday Night Fun League

• Family & Friends Bonspiel

• Family Day Bonspiel

Rick has also served for many years as a dedicated Learn to Curl instructor, helping hundreds of new curlers gain confidence, build skills, and fall in love with the game.

Rick’s commitment, energy, and generosity have made a lasting impact on our club community.

Video: Watch Rick’s Community Hero feature

Honouring Delores McCallum

An ambassador for curling and a champion of new players

Delores McCallum was also recognized with the Community Hero Award for her remarkable dedication to Learn to Curl programming at both the Oakville Curling Club and the Mississaugua Golf and Country Club.

With her infectious enthusiasm, welcoming spirit, and love of the sport, Delores has helped introduce thousands of people to curling. Her ability to make new curlers feel comfortable, excited, and inspired has created lasting connections to the game for so many.

Delores has truly helped grow curling, one new curler at a time.

Video: Watch Delores’ Community Hero feature