Our electronic entry system is now open for all events. The link is https://curlmanitoba.org/electronic-entry/
Junior Development Curling Program (11 to 17 years of age) 2020-21 Season Criteria:
Youth 11 to 17 years of age with at least two years of curling experience. Fee: $378/person (incl. GST) The Junior Development Curling Program is an individual program for young curlers between the ages 11 and 17 years of age who are interested in developing their curling skills through a structured instructional program. Emphasis is on skills development and of course having fun too!! The program is in-season consisting of 18 on-ice training sessions. Each training session is 90-minutes and is offered in both Winnipeg and in the Westman area. The Winnipeg program is on Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Heather Curling Club and the Westman Program is on Mondays from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the Brandon Curling Club. The program primarily focuses on improving delivery and brushing techniques through on-ice demonstrations and repetition of specific drills/exercises that enhance balance, timing, and line of delivery, including the appropriate use of the broom or sliding device during the delivery. Curlers will also receive video analysis sessions of their delivery and brushing techniques. Curlers will be placed into small groups of appropriate age and skill level. Training materials and resources in the area of delivery and brushing technique will be provided. Curlers will receive instruction from qualified instructors with a 6:1 curler to instructor ratio. In order to provide the appropriate level of instruction, there will be a limited number of curlers accepted. Registration is limited and is determined by a "FIRST-REGISTERED" basis. Register early, as space is limited!! For more information please contact Connie Laliberte at "mailto:claliberte@curlmanitoba.org"claliberte@curlmanitoba.org or telephone at 204.981.7217. To register for the program, please click the link below.
Seeking Instructors for its’ Junior Curling Programs
CurlManitoba is looking for instructors for its’ junior curling programs in Brandon and Dauphin from October to March. As an instructor, you will deliver on-ice curling instruction to children aged 11 to 17 years of age. Instructors will be trained by online sessions, as well as on-ice sessions. They will also be compensated for their time. Instructor Duties Deliver a 1.5-hour on-ice training curriculum to an assigned group of curlers on a weekly basis for the duration of 18 to 21 weeks. Submit weekly written notes on the curlers you worked with. Skills/Qualifications Energetic, enthusiastic, friendly, and outgoing Knowledge of the game of curling, curling skills and strategy Ability to follow and deliver the on-ice training curriculum Good written and communication skills Preferred Skills Coaching certification are considered an asset Other experience in teaching or coaching children Requirements Completion of a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry If you are interested in becoming an instructor, please contact Connie Laliberte at "mailto:claliberte@curlmanitoba.org" claliberte@curlmanitoba.org or telephone at 204-981-7217.
Mitch Minken elected chair
of Curling Canada Board of Governors
Mitch Minken of Swift Current, Sask., will be at the helm of a new-look Board of Governors for Curling Canada.
Minken was elected Board Chair at Curling Canada’s Annual Meeting, which was held via a Zoom conference on Saturday.
All of Canada’s 14 Member Associations were represented at the Annual Meeting, which traditionally has been held in person but was forced to be held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minken, who was elected to the Board of Governors in 2019 and chaired the Enterprise Risk and Finance and Audit Committee, will head a 10-person Board that welcomed three new members after elections on Saturday: Kathy O’Rourke of Cumberland, P.E.I., Darren Oryniak of Winnipeg, Mike Szajewski of Kenora, Ont.
They replace outgoing board members John Shea (the 2019-20 Board Chair) of Ottawa, Sam Antila of Thompson, Man., and Angela Hodgson of Stratford, P.E.I.
“This was a unique meeting, but regardless of the circumstances, I was pleased to see that everyone shares the same vision — to continue growing our sport in Canada,” said Minken. “My sincere congratulations to our new Board Governors and my sincere thanks go to our outgoing Governors for their contributions and dedication to the sport of curling and Curling Canada.”
The 2020-21 Curling Canada Board is rounded out by Paul Addison of Victoria, George Cooke of Toronto, Cathy Dalziel of Eastern Passage, N.S., Donna Krotz of London, Ont., Chana Martineau of Edmonton, and Amy Nixon of Calgary
2020-21 Competition Coach Course - Granite
Fifteen-hour course to allow coaches to be Competition Coach trained and able to coach at all Provincial Championships.
Friday, Oct. 10 6pm - 10pm Saturday, Oct. 11 10am - 5pm Sunday, Oct. 12 10am - 2pm
Granite Curling Club $150 plus GST
CurlManitoba AGM
The CurlManitoba Annual General Meeting was held on Saturday, September 12th, 2020 at the Sport Manitoba - Sport For Life Centre. Congratulations to Ray Baker from Dauphin as the 2020-2021 CurlManitoba President and thank you to Darren Oryniak for his years of service on the Board including two years as President. We had only two candidates for two directors positions and they were appointed to those positions. Congratulations to Ken Stevens of St. Vital Curling Club and Jill Wilkinson of The Pas Curling Club for accepting the positions on the Board for 2020-2021.
HLM Presentations
Congratulations to Darren Oryniak, Debbie Schween, and Wayne Griffin as they were presented CurlManitoba Honourary Life Memberships at the AGM on Saturday, September 12th, 2020.
Return to Play
Curling Canada has announced more cancellations for the 2021 season because of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
The Canadian U18 Championships, New Holland Canadian Junior Championships, Canadian Wheelchair Championships, the inaugural Canadian U15 Rockfest, and the U Sports/Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Championships have been canceled and will not be rescheduled for later in the season.
Curling Canada has also canceled the Continental Cup, which is the event that has curlers from North America compete against the rest of the world.
Despite the cancellations by Curling Canada at the national level, CurlManitoba continues to plan safe and healthy 2021 Provincial Events in all categories. All events will continue with the standard qualifying process. Having said this, CurlManitoba understands there will continue to be COVID-19 related factors that could lead to the cancellation of any or all of our Provincial events. CurlManitoba will endeavor to keep athletes and fans updated as plans evolve.
CurlManitoba is working with our host clubs and our sports partners to ensure that our events can go ahead with athlete, coach, parent, and volunteer safety at the forefront.
National events scheduled for the fall of 2021 remain unchanged. These include the 2021 Canadian Mixed Championships, 2021 Canadian Club Championships, and the 2021 Canadian Senior Championships. CurlManitoba is looking to defer Senior Provincials until later in the season. Dates will be announced soon.
We look forward to all of our Curling Clubs opening their doors to curlers always adhering to the Provincial guidelines and safety precautions put in place by the Province of Manitoba. https://curlmanitoba.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/CC-Manual_Return-to-Play_MB_EN-1.pdf
