Dear Curlers,

Welcome to another exciting season of the Oakville Curling Club Summer League! All play kicks off next Monday, which means it’s officially time to start limbering up those muscles—and yes, that means doing a stretch without a 12 oz drink in your hand!

It’s time to dig into the closet, find that curling broom that’s been collecting dust all summer, and track down your shoes, slacks, warm jacket, and gloves. Don't forget to check the bottom of your curling bag for your stopwatch; make sure it still works or grab a fresh battery before heading over.

To help keep our season running smoothly, here is everything you need to know before stepping onto the ice:

⏰ Game Times & Bell Rule

Games begin precisely at 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM. We will be using the bell rule to keep games on track. There will be one bell per game. When you hear it, finish the end you are currently playing, plus one more.

• Early Draw (6:30 PM): Bell rings 1 hour and 40 minutes into the game at 8:10 PM.
• Late Draw (8:45 PM): The bell will sound 1 hour and 40 minutes after the last game of the draw has officially begun.

❄️ Ice Etiquette, Preparation & Safety

• Ice Crew Space: Please give our hardworking ice crew plenty of space to get the sheets in top shape. This is especially significant for those playing at 8:45pm. The Nipper is the device that has a very sharp blade used for clipping the top layer of pebble off, so the ice is quick right off the start. Please use common sense.
• Practice Slides: For your safety, do not practice slide until the numbers on your scoreboard have been removed. That is your cue that the ice is officially ready for you.
• Rocks: Because the first week coincides with our Summer Youth Camp, the rocks have not been sanded yet. The ice may be straighter the first week, but beware the second week, Scott and his crew will be hard at work over the weekend.
• Opening Week Bonus: Next week only, ice will be ready at 6:15 PM for those who want to get a few extra slides in and find their "sea legs" after lounging on the beach all summer! Please exercise caution on your maiden voyage back onto the ice. (Note: There is no practice ice available prior to opening games).

🗓️ League Schedules & Schedule Interruptions

You can view all teams and complete game schedules in the Summer GameCentre. Please remember to record the winner/loser/tie after your games—no trophies are on the line, but bragging rights certainly are!

Spares: We are relatively liberal with spares during our summer season. If you need a spare, you have two options.

1. Use the spares list: Spares List – This list provides names and contacts for people who would be happy to fill in for you.
2. Friend to spare – if you have a friend that would like to play for you. We are ok with this as long as they complete the waiver and hand in at the office: Waiver

Please note the following schedule adjustments:

• Monday Night League: No curling on September 7th due to the Labour Day holiday weekend. Your final game will be played on October 5th.
• Thursday Night League: Due to the overwhelming popularity of our Stu Sells Event, there will be no summer league games on September 10th. That game has been moved to October 8th.

💰 Competitive League Payouts

Winning teams can collect their cash prize at the bar right after their game! The bartenders will have your envelope waiting for you—cold, hard cash to buy your opposition their beverage of choice.

We are looking forward to a fantastic, fun-filled summer season. If you have any questions before next week, please feel free to reach out.

Good curling to all!

Warm regards,

Ian Tetley – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – League Convenor

Frank Sansalone – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – League Convenor

New Board Members

There’s a new sheriff in town. Andrew Skelton takes over the helm at Oakville Curling Club. At the recent Annual Meeting of the Members, a new board was elected in and the annual results were posted. All results can be found here: https://oakvillecurlingclub.com/index.php/resources/amm

Welcome to the board:

Andrew Skelton | President

I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer! It won't be long before we are back on the ice and I'm looking forward to another wonderful season. If we haven't met before, I joined the club in 2020 and after only two games on the ice, joined the Board of Directors. I was the Mixed League Director for 3 seasons and Vice-President for 2 seasons, and I'm thrilled to take on the role of President at this club that has given me so much over the years. I curl on Tuesday Nights Men's, Sunday Doubles and can often be found sparing in the Weekend Mixed league.

I will be stopping by each league this Fall to introduce myself, but if you see me around, please introduce yourself and feel free to share your experiences at the Oakville Curling Club. We have been working hard on club improvements in the past few years, and I hope to continue these improvements over the next two seasons.

For now, I wish everyone good knee and hip health so that your draws are pure and takeouts are powerful come October!

Andrew.

Jane Donville | Wednesday Night Women Director	Ming Ming Wong | Day Ladies Director	Richard Burton | Treasurer – Re-elected	Brian Townsend | Vice President

We salute the exiting board members and thank them for the selfless time serving our club

A lot has been accomplished the last few years and these people should take a bow and be recognized for the countless hours they have put in. James spearheaded a lot of the Northside drainage, parking lot and accessibility and Greg brought it over the finishline. Sheri and Maryjane have ensured that the Women’s sections as well as the Oakville Annie are flourishing. Thank you all.

Sheri Wasik | Wednesday Night Women’s Director for the last 4 years	Maryjane Carroll | Day Ladies Director	Greg Irwin | President - for the last 2 years - Now serving as Past President	James Francolini | Past President for last 2 years

Winter Registration continues.

With almost 650 registrants already complete I thank all that have stepped to the table and registered for next season. The report from all convenors is that all leagues will be full. So, if you want to reserve your position, you are best to ensure your registration is complete.

You can signup or review your registration by clicking Membership Registration

Pouring on the Rocks? We Need You Behind the Bar! 🥌🍻

Are you looking to make some extra cash while hanging out with the most dynamic, energetic, and fun-loving community in town? The Oakville Curling Club is searching for our next superstar Bartender, and we want YOU to join the crew!

Whether you’re a curling fan or just love a lively, social atmosphere, our club is the place to be. We keep the drinks flowing, the laughs loud, and the good vibes rolling all season long.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• The Best Crowd in Oakville: Work alongside a fantastic, welcoming, and high-energy group of curlers who know how to have a good time.
• Great Extra Income: Perfect for boosting your bank account with flexible shifts in a fun environment.
• Never a Dull Moment: From league nights to exciting weekend bonspiels (tournaments), the energy is always electric.

What You Bring to the Sheet:

If you’ve got the skills to keep our thirsty curlers happy, we want to hear from you! Here is what we are looking for:

• Smart Serve Certified (A must-have to keep things safe and legal!)
• First Aid Training (Because safety always comes first)
• A Dash of Mixology Magic (Can you pour a perfect pint and shake up a classic cocktail with a smile?)
• Positive, High-Energy Vibe (You’re the life of the clubhouse!)

Ready to Join the Team?

Don't let this opportunity slide by!

📩 How to Apply: Send your resume over to our team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and tell us why you’d be a perfect fit behind our bar.

We can't wait to meet you!

L2C Intermediate Weekend Clinic | Aug 29 & 30

For those individuals trying to take their game to the next level. Our top instructors Helen Garside and Tim McChesney will lead you on a great weekend of learning and fun. Tell your friend, neighbours, family. There is still room to register.

• Aug 29^th and 30^th - Saturday 9am - 3pm (1 hour lunch)

                -Sunday 10am - 3pm (1 hour lunch)

• Learn all the next level nuances of the game of curling. Line of Delivery, Sweeping ABC’s, Angles, Strategy, Team Dynamics, Detect and Correct. 
• Learn everything you need to know about competing in your first league
• Cost $290 + HST

For more details and to register, click the image below

🥌 Beat the Summer Heat on Oakville’s Coolest Ice!

Who says curling is only for the winter? If you and your squad are looking to keep your competitive edge sharp—and stay wonderfully air-conditioned this summer—we’ve got the perfect sheet waiting for you.

The Oakville Curling Club is officially on the hunt for two women's teams to completely fill up our Wednesday early competitive league. Pay per win of $50. Challenge your game.

The Details:

• The League: Wednesday Early Competitive Women’s – 6:30pm
• The Location: Oakville Curling Club
• The Vibe: High energy, great sportsmanship, and the perfect excuse to skip the mid-week slump.
• The Mission: Claim one of the final two team spots before they're gone!

Signup here

🥌 Huge News! Supporting OCC’s Own on the National Stage 🚀

Hi OCC Members,

We have some incredibly exciting news to share about our own home-club talent! Some of the finest curlers to ever step onto Oakville ice have teamed up to take on the absolute best in Canadian Men’s curling—and they are already taking the curling world by storm.

As a club, we couldn't be prouder to watch them represent the OCC on the national and international stage. Check out this special message from Past President Greg Irwin below to see how our amazing business community can rally behind Team Young and join them on their journey to the Brier!

To all Oakville Curling Club members.

Our fellow Oakville Curling Club member Nathan Young has joined fellow OCC member Brady Lumley and former OCC members Matt Garner and Spencer Dunlop representing the Oakville Curling Club to compete at the very highest level in Canadian Men’s curling. The new team is ranked #13 in Canada and #31 in the world and they are just getting started!

All 4 of these gentlemen have impressive track records. Amongst their many accomplishments, Nathan has skipped in the Brier 3 times representing Newfoundland including this past year where he and his team performed exceptionally well. Brady, Matt and Spencer have all enjoyed great success as well with former skip Mark Kean, playing in the Ontario Tankard twice and narrowly missing out in making the finals and finishing 3rd in both years.

Equally important is that these young men are all off exceptional character and the OCC should be proud and honoured that they are representing us on the national and international stage!

This kind of endeavour requires tremendous effort and support. Hours and hours of training is required of the Team and as a club we are hoping that those of you in the business community can step up with much needed financial support to assist Team Young in reaching their many goals including competing and winning a WCT event, competing in Grand Slam events, winning in the Ontario Tankard and competing in the Brier. Lofty goals to be sure that can only happen with your support.

When I say this is a great opportunity for you and your business I mean it. When you meet and get to know these young men as I have you will realize what great brand ambassadors they would be for your company. They have prepared a brief presentation as to specific branding opportunities they offer and I encourage any of you that may be interested to please contact me and I’d be more than happy to make the introductions and see if this might work for your business.

You can view their Sponsorship Packages here.

On behalf of Nathan, Brady, Matt and Spencer, thank you for your consideration and support.   

Greg Irwin
Past President
Oakville Curling Club
(289) 936-8900
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Dear Members,

Important registration details follow - please read them thoroughly.

The Annual Meeting of the Members (AMM) of The Oakville Curling Club will be held via video conference call, on Wednesday, June 24th, 2026, at 6:30pm; the meeting will begin on time. The meeting will follow the attached Notice of Agenda. Please join the meeting 10-15 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure that your audio is functioning, and to allow time to install and/or update Zoom if required.

Registration and Attendance

You must register in advance of the meeting; use the link below to register. When registering, please use the email address on file for you with OCC as this will be used to confirm/approve your registration.

Registration Notes:

• Only register once for the meeting - this includes proxy holders (Note: proxy forms must still be submitted in accordance with the Proxy Policy).
• After your registration is approved (up to 24hrs), you will be sent a confirmation email containing the information needed to join the meeting. This email will be sent from an automated Zoom email account. If you do not see this email, please check your Spam & Junk folders. If not there, please contact Greg Irwin.
• Pre-registration is available until noon of Wednesday, June 24th, 2026. We encourage you to pre-register as early as possible to ensure that there is time to resolve any technical issues that you may experience with the registration process.
• You should not need a Zoom account to register but if you are asked to create one, there is no cost to create an account. You can create a Zoom account here.

Technical Support

If you require technical assistance related to registration, or if you have any questions about the meeting, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Meeting Conduct

Participants will be muted for the duration of the meeting, and video will be disabled. Participants will have access to the Q&A or chat functions to ask questions and may also use the "raise my hand" function at which time a moderator can temporarily unmute that individual for verbal questions or comments. If you know in advance question(s) you would like answered, please email them to the Secretary of the Club, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by noon of Monday, June 22nd, 2026.

Motions and Polling

Voting on motions put forward during the meeting will be conducted by Zoom polls; this has a similar effect as conducting votes by show-of-hand at an in-person meeting. Directors will make motions related to the agenda topics as required. They will then ask for a second; if you would like to second the motion, please write "Second" in the chat function. The moderator will launch the poll, and you will see a pop-up window with the motion and the voting options and sufficient time will be allowed for attendees to vote. When the moderator host closes the poll, the moderator will announce the results of the poll.

Members are reminded that:

• If you have joined the meeting by phone, you will not be able to participate in the voting.
• If multiple members are attending the meeting from the same device, they will only be able to cast one vote for each motion.
• If members are holding proxies for other members, they will only be able to cast one vote for each motion.

If you cannot attend the AMM on Wednesday, June 24th, 2026, and would like to submit a proxy, please complete the proxy form included below and return it by email to the Secretary of the Club, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., by 12 noon Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026.

New/Other Business

As per amendments to the Club's By-Law No. 1 and its Articles approved by membership in a March 11, 2024 Special Meeting, new business raised from the floor will no longer be accepted. All business to be raised for discussion had to be submitted in writing to the Club Secretary, Susan Makin, for Board review at least 30 days prior to the meeting. The deadline for new business was Monday, May 25th, 2026.

Board Nominees / Election of Directors

There are currently two (2) open board positions for voting during the Annual Meeting. As per amendments to the Club's By-Law No. 1 and its Articles approved by membership in a March 11, 2024, Special Meeting, nominations raised from the floor will no longer be accepted. All nominations must be submitted in writing to the Club Vice President, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., at least 14 days prior to the meeting. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, June 10th, 2026. Additionally,

• While Board nominees are presented in an intended role (i.e., Vice President, Director of..., etc.), members vote to approve nominees as a Board member. It is the duty of the Board to affirm the nominee(s) to Board-specific role(s).
• Nominations beyond the deadline can still be accepted but may only be considered for vacant positions by the Board in an interim Director capacity.

Meeting Materials

The following documents are now available on the club's website:

• Notice of the 2026 Annual Meeting and Agenda
• Minutes of the 2025 Annual Meeting (DRAFT)
• Audited 2026 Financial Statements and Auditor's Report (forthcoming)
• Nominations for Open Positions on the 2026-27 Board of Directors
• Resolutions Passed by the Board of Directors in 2025-2026
• 2026 AMM Proxy form
• 2026 League Directors' Reports

Other than the agenda, some material may only be referenced in passing during the meeting. Please review them ahead of time and/or have them on hand during the meeting for your reference.

We look forward to seeing you at the video conference meeting!

Greg Irwin
President, Oakville Curling Club

Dear Members,

As the final stones have been thrown for the 2025-26 season, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been a truly landmark year for the Oakville Curling Club.

Building for the Future

Our season began long before the ice was even in. Last summer, we successfully completed several vital Capital Improvements, including the West Parking Lot revitalization and upgraded drainage on the north side. Most importantly, with our new sidewalk and entrance, we have achieved full accessibility. Seeing para-athletes and guests navigate our club with ease is a milestone we should all be incredibly proud of. Special thanks to Karl Mitchell who spent countless hours guiding me and our engineers on moving these projects forward.

We installed new updated Digital cameras to our ice surface with Streaming available through YouTube on sheets 3 and 6. We will tweak this even more in the off-season.

Off-Season Improvements this Summer

We will focus on upgrading our lounge roof which tends to leak. The ice arena roof will get a new paint job since some rust is starting to show its ugly head. We will clean up the asphalt along Wallace Park alley area next to our building that seems to be eroding away. We will add new fencing in the West Parking area around Scott’s condenser and dehumidification equipment. We are also chasing to redo the men’s locker room which is in dire need of a makeover. The end goal is to keep making your club even better.

Spectacular Events & Competition

From a smooth summer season to our high-energy in-house spiels, the atmosphere at the club has been electric.

• Signature Success: United We Curl and The Gathering continue to set the gold standard for events curlers love to attend.
• Club Classics: The Sportsman, The Annie, and the Jerry Sproat provided exceptional entertainment and camaraderie.
• Championship Finish: We capped off the year by hosting the Ontario Seniors Provincials, Kurl for Kids, and a historic 50th Anniversary of the World Lefthanders.

A special thank you to Cynthia Quigley and her committee for an unforgettable Lefthanders event. Welcoming Mark Kennedy was a highlight—his stories, Olympic medals, and his candid "confession" regarding the infamous "Poked Rock" left us all inspired, laughing and leaving us with lasting memories.

Gratitude to Our Leaders

This club is considered a premier facility in Canada because of the people who pour their hearts into it. I would like to extend my sincerest thanks to all our dedicated convenors. Your hard work creates the environment, the scheduling and teams we all enjoy.

To our Board of Directors, our various committees, and our phenomenal staff: thank you for your leadership and for keeping our momentum moving forward.

To Casey and Scott who have been the backbone of this organization for over 25 years, I am grateful for your professionalism, your continued dedication to excellence, and keeping a smile on your faces.

It is an honour to serve as your Manager. Thank you for a fantastic season, and I look forward to seeing you all back on the ice soon.

Good curling,
Ian Tetley - GM

Key activities at the annual meeting include:

• Reviewing Financial Statements: The board presents financial statements and the public accountant's report.
• Electing Directors: Members vote to fill vacancies on the board of directors.
• Appointing Public Accountant/Auditor: Members appoint (or waive the appointment of) an auditor to review the books for the next year.
• Approving By-laws: Voting on amendments or changes to the organization’s bylaws.
• Receiving Reports: Reviewing reports from the Board Chair or General Manager regarding activities and future plans.
• Handling Special Business: Any special items listed in the meeting notice, such as extraordinary, non-routine business

Are you passionate about curling? Want to make a difference in our club’s future? Join the Oakville Curling Club Board!

We are looking for dedicated members to help lead our club and keep our curling community strong. Positions available:

• ✅ Treasurer (should have finance exp) [4 year term]
• ✅ Vice President [2-year term + 2 year term as President]

The Oakville Curling Club thrives when all voices are heard at the leadership level. As we look to build a well-rounded board for the coming term, we are actively seeking and encouraging nominations from our female members.

No experience? No problem! If you love curling and want to contribute, we’ll help you get started. Deadline for nominations is June 10, 2026.

Join the Team & Keep Oakville Curling Strong!

As per amendments to the Club’s By-Law No. 1 and its Articles approved by membership in a March 11, 2024, Special Meeting, new business raised from the floor will no longer be accepted. All business to be raised for discussion had to be submitted in writing to the Club Secretary, Susan Makin for Board review at least 60 days prior to the meeting. Since proper notification was not done the board has approved an amended date for new business this year. 

The deadline for new business is Monday May 25^th, 2026

On-line membership registration will open on May 15 at noon.

You will be happy to know that base fees will remain unchanged for next season although league fees have increased to $175.00 from $160.00. We will be keeping the 5% discount on registration fees providing you register and pay by August 1^st, 2026.

• Watch for a full Membership Registration package on Wednesday May 13^th.

Congratulations to all the Champions of our Leagues from this season 2025-26

The WNW has wrapped up a very successful year with a full complement of 36 teams.

Our playoffs ended on April 22 in front of a full complement of spectators.

Our Winners:

A Division - Team Brown - Erika Brown, Melissa Foster, Darlene Allworth, Shari Angle, Erin Flowers

B Division - Team Fendley - Janice Fendley, Heather MacTavish, Diane MacLeod, Tracy Brundle

C Division - Team Maclauchlan - Lois Maclauchlan, Maureen Fearon, Gail MacPherson, Laurie Westover, Kathy Gray

D Division - Team Kluczkowski - Kelly Kluczkowski, Shari Wasik, MaryJane Carroll, Karen Robertson Paget

E Division - Team Smith - Jennifer Smith, Emily Van Loon, Jennifer Sloan, Vicki Sacha

F Division - Team Doherty - Michelle Doherty, Morag Humphrey, Sue Hayes, Lisa Francolini

On Thursday, April 23rd, the Men's Senior League Championship Finals were held.

Congratulations to the following winners:

Overall Senior Champion – Wayne Martin, Cal Turgeon, Tim McChesney, Gary Whitby

B Event Winner – Don Morris, Ian McKay, Paul Peters, John Cramm

C Event Winner – Mike Mikola, Larry Trimble, Dale Taylor, Larry O’Brecht, Steve Quigley

D Event Winner – Allan McLean, Joe Bak, Jack Nelligan, Ron Nicksy, Len Pace

E Event Winner – Richard Ulbikas, Mike Heinken, Tim Schellenberg, Dave Hutchings

Thanks for a great season of curling!

Our Wednesday Night Women's League recently held a fundraising draw to win a Kayla Skirlik or Marc Kennedy jersey. We want to thank everyone who participated in the draw and confirm that half of the proceeds ($500) will be donated to Food4Kids Halton.
Congratulations to our winners:

Karen Marner won the Kayla Skirlik jersey

Judy Edwards won the Marc Kennedy jersey

Food4Kids Halton Toronto Curling Association #fundraising

Well that's a wrap! 

It was an action packed three days at our Mixed Championship Weekend 2026, graciously sponsored this year by Amenida/Trafalgar Lodge. We enjoyed:

• Lots of good food (thank you to Pizzaolio, Sobeys, Monastery Bakery, Swiss Chalet and to all of you for providing the yummy desserts!)
• Lots of good fun  with special thanks to Dear Abbey and Orphan George for the Saturday evening entertainment...quite a vibe in the club that evening!
• And lots of good curling throughout the weekend!

My thanks go out to Ian and Casey, the bar staff, the ice crew and to Jan, Jane and Steve for helping pull the whole event together. Also a high five to all competitors who brought so much enthusiasm to the weekend. Click on this link to view some photos your committee pulled together for your viewing enjoyment:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/7TRPdcfEodEQgWLu9

As for the results, the first round produced quite a few upsets with Divisions A through F seeing the #1 seed knocked off by the #8 seed. The A Division final pitted multiple former champion Team McLaren against the #2 seed Team Foster and it was a thriller, coming down to a last rock draw for the win. So, with great respect to the recently retired Vic Rauter, I'll say "Make the final"... 5-4 (or was it 6-3?) for our newly crowned 2026 Weekend Mixed Club Champions...Team Foster!

• Skip - Scott Foster
• Vice - Melissa Foster
• Second - Greg McKnight
• Lead - Laura Beneteau

And a big congratulations to all our other Division Champions!

• B - Team Gareau
• C - Team Beattie
• D - Team Best
• E - Team Chan
• F - Team Rotman
• G - Team Liu-Ernsting
• H - Team Werbowski
• I - Team O'Hare
• J - Team Ghoshdastidar

Here is another link, this time to the Division Champion photos...
https://photos.app.goo.gl/w5T5uKee15wK9ZtR6 

Many thanks to everyone for your support and encouragement throughout the year. I hope to see you all next year but please let me know if you or your team won't be returning as I have started a wait list of teams hoping to join in on the fun.

Happy Spring!

Paul Peters
Convenor
Oakville Curling Club
Weekend Mixed League

(Until someone shows me otherwise...the biggest and best Mixed Curling League in the world)

• We are pleased to let members know that our streaming cameras will be operational in the coming days on Sheets 3 and 6.
• If your game is scheduled on either of these sheets, your family and friends can tune in and watch the action live. You can also go back and replay memorable shots to save and enjoy later.
• To watch, please visit: //www.youtube.com/@OakvilleCurlingClub
• Please also note that there is a camera located at the far end of Sheet 4. This camera is being used to capture ambient rink audio for the stream. Members are encouraged to be mindful when in that area, as private conversations may be picked up.
• Thank you, and enjoy the new streaming service.