Rainbow Rockers Curling League

Ottawa's Gay and Lesbian Friendly Curling League

News from Edmonton

Dear Curlers,

Alas, the CPCC 2025 Committee is here to provide you with an update regarding the Canadian Pride Curling Championships and Spring Fling Bonspiel, set to take place in Edmonton from April 3rd to 6th, 2025.

Spring Fling Bonspiel:

In addition to the Championships, we’re excited to announce the 32-team Spring Fling Bonspiel.

  • Registration: Opens on January 31st, 2025. More details will follow, including the time the link for registration will go live. Keep an eye out for further communications regarding registration and event specifics.

Host Hotel Information: 

  • Hotel: The Metterra on Whyte Avenue (10454 Whyte Ave) has blocked rooms for CPCC from Wednesday April 2nd to Monday April 7th and to get this rate, you must book before March 1st. The Metterra is a 10 minute walk from the Granite Curling Club. 
  • Link for Booking: https://www.metterra.com/book/dates-of-stay?groupID=4599346

Flight Discounts:

Both codes are good for travel between March 27th and April 13th with Air Canada and WestJet.

  • Air Canada: 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. Use booking code: RF2MCMC1
  • WestJet – 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada. Use booking code: 9M4F8VR

Team Participation:

We are now calling for expressions of interest for team participation, if you haven’t already done so. Please note the following:

Order of Merit for Team Allocation:

  • 2 Teams: Edmonton (Host), Toronto, Saskatoon, Calgary, Halifax
  • 1 Team: Ottawa, Vancouver, Winnipeg, St. John’s, Montréal, Regina
  • Deadline: To express your interest, please email us at [email protected] by January 17th, 2025


Note:
 If we don’t receive your interest by January 17th, 2025, we’ll assume your city isn’t participating and move to the next city in the order of merit.

Dates and Times:

  • Curling will start the morning of Thursday, April 3rd – schedule TBD. 
  • Draws will continue throughout the weekend and likely a few draws on the Sunday, to ensure there is ample time between draws for activities and to maintain favourable ice conditions. Plan accordingly! 

We encourage everyone to arrive by no later than Wednesday – we will be setting up slots for practice ice and will be hosting the Fling Into Spring Mixer for all CPCC and Bonspiel participants. 

Fees:

Fees for both the Canadian Pride Curling Championships and the Spring Fling Bonspiel will be $575/team and an additional $75 for a fifth member.

Further Information:

Look out for follow-up emails with more information and updates on the Championships and the Bonspiel.

We encourage you to make your travel and accommodation plans early to secure the best rates and availability. Remember, your participation not only highlights the spirit of curling but also supports the growth and celebration of diversity within our sport.

2025 Canadian Pride Curling Championship
April 3-6, 2025
Granite Curling Club

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Website: Curling With Pride
Facebook: @CurlingPride
Instagram: CurlingPride

RRCL 2024-2027 Strategic Plan

The Rainbow Rockers Curling League is excited to share the final version of its 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, which was recently approved by the Executive following consultation with members and final presentation at the league’s Annual General Meeting in November. The Strategic Plan will be used to guide the league’s priorities and activities in the coming years, and will be reviewed on a regular basis. We invite you to take a look! Many thanks to all who contributed.

OTRB Spares registration is open

Are you interested in sparing for teams during the Over the Rainbow Bonspiel on January 23rd-26th, 2025 or know someone who would be interested? Registration for spares is open until Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 at 12:00 noon. Please complete the form on the OTRB website to be added to the spare’s list. Please check the rules on use of spares in the OTRB rules.

AGM – 7PM TONIGHT !

AGM Notice:

Current league members, please check your e-mail for the link to our previously announced AGM taking place tonight (November 6) at 7pm on-line. This is an opportunity for you to see the work the executive is doing and have your voice heard!

From your Executive