ROCKING THE HOUSE
Club Development News & Community Initiatives
🧭 Planning. Preparing. Strengthening Clubs.
Focusing on supporting planning, leadership, and long-term club sustainability.
💙 THANK YOU THURSDAY
To the curlers, staff, coaches, officials, ice technicians, volunteers, and boards of directors across Alberta —
Thank you for the role you play in strengthening the system of curling in Alberta. Curling is more than what happens at any one club or event—it is a connected system. From grassroots participation to provincial competitions and national broadcasts, every part is shaped by collective effort. Your leadership, time, and commitment ensure that this system continues to thrive—supporting clubs, enhancing experiences, and creating opportunities for curlers at every level. We all benefit from this system, both directly and indirectly, and it is only through working together that we can continue to grow and sustain the sport we all value.
✅ EDUCATION – REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
🧊 Ice Technician & Coaching Courses (2026–27)
📍 Red Deer | Leduc | Edmonton | Grande Prairie
📅 June – September 2026
📍 Red Deer | Leduc | Edmonton | Grande Prairie
📅 June – September 2026
🎓 CLUB DEVELOPMENT WEBINAR SERIES
📚 Designed for club leaders and volunteers
✔ Practical tools and real-world solutions
✔ Live sessions + on-demand recordings
✔ Live sessions + on-demand recordings
🟡 Our first webinar (coming in May/June) will focus on understanding energy costs and strategies for cost reduction. We are working with the Utilities Consumer Advocate to develop a tailored series that addresses the realities facing Alberta clubs. More details to be shared soon!
📝 SURVEYS – YOUR INPUT MATTERS
📊 Help shape future programs and supports
🟢 Responses will be reviewed over the next month, with follow-up support provided to clubs as needed.
🔥 HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM – APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
📅 Applications open May 8 – May 25
Please share this opportunity with all U20 & U25 competitive teams in your club.
➡️ Learn more and apply: High Performance | Curling Alberta
🏆 HOSTING OPPORTUNITIES – 2026–27
Clubs are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to host Curling Alberta events next season.
Hosting provides an opportunity to:
- Showcase your club and community
- Generate local engagement and revenue
- Contribute to the growth of curling across Alberta
📩 Submit your EOI: Host a Curling Alberta Event | Curling Alberta
📣 HELP US STAY CONNECTED
📇 Please send updated contact information for:
- Board Members
- Club / General Managers
- Ice Technicians
📊 MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Alberta Curling Development Fee (CDF)
✅ $22 per participant
📅 Season: July 1 – June 30
✅ $22 per participant
📅 Season: July 1 – June 30
Your investment supports:
- Training and certification opportunities
- Club development programs and services
- Safe and inclusive environments
- Long-term sustainability of the sport
💡 A strong curling system is built through shared investment—supporting clubs today while strengthening the future of curling in Alberta.
👉 Learn more: Membership Benefits | Curling Alberta
📅 SAVE THE DATES
Women in Curling Summit
📍 Red Deer Curling Centre
📅 October 3, 2026
Business of Curling Symposium
📍 Province-wide
📅 April 2027 (details coming)
*A key opportunity for club leaders to connect, learn, and plan for the future of curling.
Thank you for your leadership and continued commitment to curling in Alberta.