Oakville International Curlers' Gathering *Sep/Oct 2022*
Friday, September 30th to Sunday, October 2nd, 2022
You are invited to attend the Oakville International Curlers' Gathering at the Oakville Curling Club in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
The entry fee of $600 Cdn per team, includes 6 games and a party / banquet on Saturday evening.
Club Merchandise!
We're excited to be working with Curling Concierge to bring you some swanky new OCC merchandise! Get your orders in before December 8th for delivery by Christmas!
L2C Grad Bonspiel *Dec 18, 2021*
Eligibility: Recent L2C grads or curlers with less than 5 years experience
Youth League Participants and Volunteers Needed
Youth Curling at Oakville Curling Club Still Accepting Participants and Volunteers
The Sunday Youth Program at the Oakville Curling Club is still accepting participants! If you know of any fully-vaccinated youth 12-18 who are interested in curling we would love to meet them! The Youth Program runs on Sundays 1:30 – 3:30 pm. There is an enthusiastic group of curlers who would love to share their passion for the sport with other curlers their age. No prior experience is required. They can sign up for the Youth League on the Club's website. This is a great program for anyone thinking about joining their high-school teams! Check the youth curling page on the website and register today!
Maybe you are a little older than 18 but would still love to be out on the ice! We are always looking for on-ice volunteers. You might not want to work on slides but would love to pass along strategy – we have some experienced curlers who would appreciate learning from your experience. Maybe you are passionate about rules and etiquette – working with a team during a game might be the spot for you. Maybe you haven’t signed up because you are only available once or twice a month – we would still love to have you as part of our volunteer team. Please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We would love to hear from you!
21/22 Return-to-Play Guidelines
Many of you have been asking what curling will look like in the upcoming season. The short answer is 'we don't fully know,' but our goal is get back to as close to 'curling-as-we-know-it' as possible. As such, and with the news of the province's new vaccination requirements for non-esssential businesses, the attached rules and protocols (click here) will be in place for the beginning of the curling season. Please note that these restrictions could change at any time, depending on public health advice.
NEW COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
In consultation with the membership of The Oakville Curling Club and with other curling facilities, and in light of the changing pandemic environment, the Board of Directors has recently approved a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for members for the upcoming curling season.
For the 2021/2022 season, every member will be required to have received two doses of Health Canada approved Covid vaccine (any combination of two vaccines is acceptable) at least 14 days prior October 1st. Accommodations for people who cannot be vaccinated will be considered and may include mandatory masking and/or regularly submitting negative Covid tests.
The Club will require proof of vaccination status prior to the beginning of the regular curling season. This information will be viewed by Club Management only. Vaccination verification processes will be developed by a subcommittee of the Board and details about that process will be provided to you in the near future.
We are committed to doing our part in keeping the membership and our community safe. In light of the current pandemic landscape and your feedback, this is the safest and most responsible way forward. If you have any questions about this or any other Club policy, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Club Volunteer Opportunities
We need your help!
There are a number of volunteer opportunities available at the Club. Please read on for more information and reach out to the Club office if you have any questions.
Evening Men’s Director & Convener Wanted
Please consider volunteering! The board is currently seeking volunteer(s) for the Evening Men’s Director & Convener position(s) starting with the 2021-22 season. The positions can be held separately if you are only interested in one of the duties. The Director is a member of the OCC Board with a 4-year term.
Contact the club's Vice President, James Francolini (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), to put your name forward or for more information about the Club's Board of Directors.
Bingo Coordinator
The Club is looking for a Bingo Volunteer Coordinator and Bingo Volunteers. The Club receives funding from Ontario Lottery and Gaming in exchange for providing volunteer support at the Delta Bingo in Oakville. The funding helps to fund our Youth programs and other youth-related purchases.
Contact Chris Wai (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Suzanne Michaelson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for more information.
OCC is HIRING!
Are you looking for part-time work? We're hiring part-time Assistant Ice Technicians and Bartenders for the 2021/2022 curling season!
Assistant Ice Technicians help Scott prepare the ice for league play, bonspiels, learn-to-curl programs and more. They are responsible for scraping, cleaning, pebbling, and nipping the ice, maintaing the rink, and helping out the office and bar staff with daily tasks. This job is perfect for someone who likes to work with their hands and is looking for 2-4 evening and weekend shifts. See the full job description by clicking here.
Part-time Bartenders are arguably the Club's most important employees and are the face of the Club. They're responsible for serving drinks and snacks, maintaining the bar, kitchen and lounge, opening and closing the Club, counting cash, reconciling sales, and chatting with the members. If you want a fast-paced work environment with a ton of responsibility, be a curling club bartender this year!
To apply for either of these positions, please contact the Club's Management Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Knowledge of curling or previous experience is an asset, but not required. Please send a resume if you have one.
New to Curling?
Thinking of trying the sport of curling?
Curling is a unique sport that requires both skill and strategy. It is often referred to as chess on ice. It is a lifelong sport that can be learned at any age. Whether playing in a fun league or in a competitive ladder the emphasis is always on sportsmanship and fair play. Being a social sport by nature, it is not uncommon for teams to socialize off the ice where lasting friendships are often made.
Turkey Draw *Dec 18*
Registration open to all members!
On Saturday, December 18, 2021 the Saturday Morning Open League will be hosting its annual Turkey Draw! Registration is open to all members, but Saturday Morning Open members will have priority until December 4th.
This popular event includes:
- 5-end Game
- Traditional Cross-Ice Draw-to-the-Button
- Lunch
- Prizes for Winning Teams!
Register online today
Learn to Curl at Oakville: Instructional Programs
The Oakville Curling Club is committed to the development and continued growth of the fantastic sport of Curling... and we want to teach you how to play this great Canadian sport!
For the 2021/22 Season, we are starting off with a limited number of Learn to Curl (L2C) Introductory programs. We will monitor demand and add programs if warranted and allowed.
Register on-line!
You do not need to be a member of OCC to participate.
Fall in love with Curling at our house this winter! Space is limited, register today!