Woolwich Memorial Centre, January 4-11, 2026.

Explore Waterloo Region and Woolwich Township

Welcome to the Region of Waterloo and Woolwich Township!
Here's where you can find things to do, places to stay, eat and shop.
Enjoy your stay while attending the 2026 Curling Ontario Championships!

Explore Waterloo Region
https://explorewaterloo.ca/

Downtown Elmira
https://downtownelmira.ca/

The Township of Woolwich
https://www.woolwich.ca/

The Village of St. Jacobs
https://www.stjacobsvillage.com/

Ontario Men's & Women's Curling Championships

• Team Armstrong from the Whitby Curling Club who will represent Ontario at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Mississauga.
• Team King from the London Curling Club who will represent Ontario at the Montana’s Brier in St.John’s, NL.

Safety Centre

This page contains links and information related to curling club safety.

Keeping our members and staff safe is important to the Board of Directors, so in the spring of 2020 we formed a Safety Committee. This committee was initially asked to bring our curling club into compliance with the Ontario government’s new concussion awareness protocols (Rowan’s Law). Their mission now is to promote awareness and education on all aspects of curling safety.

Emergency procedures

• In Case of Emergency / Injury
• Emergency Action Plan

First Aid kits

Our Club has four first aid kits, located at the three Safety Centres and on a wall in the kitchen. The Safety Committee monitors and re-equips them on a regular basis.

Defibrillator (AED kits)

In case of suspected heart attack, access the Zoll Plus AED kits located at the Safety Centre in the ice level landing of the West Staircase. Please familiarize yourself with how to use this device. Here are two resources to view:

• Zoll Plus Rescue Video

Incident reporting

If a curler sustains an injury while at the club, on or off the ice, we ask the League Convenor or their designate to complete an incident report. You’ll find it in a binder at the bar.

Concussion awareness (Rowan’s law)

• Removal from Sport and Return to Sport protocols

When you register to curl each year, we ask you to review the Concussion Awareness Resource and Code of Conduct. You can find these documents in the Membership section of this website.

Fire Safety

• Fire Safety Plan

Volunteer Awards

Without our volunteers, our club would not be what it is today. We appreciate all of our volunteers and they all deserve our recognition and thanks for the hours of hard work they put into our club.

Two ways we have to show our appreciation for the hard work that goes into supporting the club are through the following awards. Click on the links to see the criteria for each award.

• Outstanding Volunteer Award
• Life Membership Award 

2025-2026 Committee Listing (in progress)

 The Terms of Reference for each of these committees is located in an article under Running the Club. 

CurlON Representative:  Deanna Johnson

Return-to-Play Frequently Asked Questions

The Board of Directors and the Return-to-Play Committee are doing their best to make the 2020-2021 season as close to normal as we can, given the Stage 3 restrictions we’re currently experiencing due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

We know you have questions. You’ll find some of your answers below (or use can use this PDF version). If you don’t find the answer to your question, please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  Please also refer to our 2020-2021 Curling Playbook for descriptions of all our guidelines and procedures.

Please keep in mind that this is new for all of us. We may need to make adjustments as we put this into practice, but we will keep you informed of changes as they happen.

How we’ll maintain physical distancing – on the ice

How we’ll sanitize – on the ice

How we’ll maintain physical distancing – in the Club House

How we’ll sanitize – in the Club House

Registration information

Limiting club access to members and employees

Return to Play - General questions

What if I don't curl this year?

The guidelines we're following to determine how to return to curling play 

2 of 2 - Concussion Awareness and Code of Conduct Acknowledgement

Rowan’s Law

Ontario passed Rowan’s Law (Concussion Safety), 2018 (“Rowan’s Law”) on March 7, 2018, making Ontario a national leader in concussion management and prevention. The Government of Ontario provides age-appropriate Concussion Awareness Resources which all athletes, their parents or guardians (if the athlete is under 18 years of age), and all coaches, team trainers and officials must review once a year.

This form is intended to provide confirmation that a Concussion Awareness Resourcehas been reviewed within the last 12 months.

In order to participate in the activities of the Elmira & District Curling Club (“EDCC”), this form must be signed and submitted to EDCC when registering.

Concussion Code of Conduct

As part of the requirements under Rowan’s Law, sport organizations, including curling clubs, are required to establish a Concussion Code of Conduct that sets out rules of behaviour to support concussion prevention. Curlers and their parents or guardians (if the curler is under 18 years of age) must review and sign the Concussion Code of Conduct once a year before registration and submit this signed form to the Elmira & District Curling Club.

I will help prevent concussions by:

• Wearing the proper equipment for my sport and wearing it correctly.

• Developing my skills so that I can participate to the best of my ability.
• Respecting the rules of curling.
• My commitment to fair play and respect for all (respecting other curlers, coaches, team trainers and officials).

I will care for my health and safety by taking concussions seriously, and I understand that:

• A concussion is a brain injury that can have both short- and long-term effects.

• A blow to my head, face or neck, or a blow to the body that causes the brain to move around inside the skull may cause a concussion.
• I don’t need to lose consciousness to have had a concussion.
• I have a commitment to concussion recognition and reporting, including self-reporting of possible concussion and reporting to a designated person if I suspect that a fellow curler may have sustained a concussion.
• Continuing to participate in further training, practice or competition with a possible concussion increases my risk of more severe, longer lasting symptoms, and increases my risk of other injuries.

I will not hide concussion symptoms. I will speak up for myself and others.

• I will not hide my symptoms. I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust if I experience any symptoms of concussion.
• If someone else tells me about concussion symptoms they are experiencing, or I see signs they might have a concussion, I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust so that they can help.
• I understand that if I have a suspected concussion, I will be removed from sport and that I will not be able to return to training, practice or competition until I undergo a medical assessment.
• I have a commitment to sharing any pertinent information regarding incidents of removal from sport with the curler’s school and any other sport organization with which the curler has registered.

I will take the time I need to recover, because it is important for my health.

• I understand my commitment to supporting the return-to-sport process.
• I understand I will have to be medically cleared by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner before returning to training, practice or competition.
• I will respect my coaches, team trainers, parents, health-care professionals, and medical doctors and nurse practitioners, regarding my health and safety.

Acknowledgment of Review

I confirm that I have reviewed a Concussion Awareness Resource and acknowledge that I have fully reviewed and commit to the Concussion Code of Conduct for Curlers & Parents, and (if applicable) for Coaches and Trainers.

If you have a balance owing: 

• To make a payment with credit or debit card anytime, log into the Member's area of the website and look for the Registration Summary on the right hand side of the screen.
• If paying by e-transfer, send to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Please make one e-transfer payment per person and indicate in the notes who the payment is for.
• If using cheques, make them payable to Elmira & District Curling Club.  Drop off at in-person registration night, or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make arrangements.
• For returning members, a first payment is due by September 15th or late fees may apply as described in the Membership Package

Once a payment has been received and your league admittance is confirmed, you will see your name appear under the 'Teams, Schedules & Standings' link in the Members' menu.  Click on the 'Teams' link for the league(s) you signed up for.

 Important Information:

We will be hosting a drop-in registration at the Club for those who would like assistance with online sign-up or to drop off payment.

• Thursday Sept 11 - 7:00pm – 8:30pm

The Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16^th at 7:00pm (watch for more info by email, or check the website). 

To update your sparing selections, please log into the website and select My Sparing Availability from the Member’s Menu.

To view or update your account information, click on 'My Information' in the Member's menu.  If there are errors or omissions with your registration please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  to have them corrected.  

Practice ice for members is planned for the evenings of October 2nd and 3rd (more info will follow), and league curling is scheduled to begin on Sunday, October 5th at 7:00pm.

THANK YOU for choosing Elmira & District Curling Club and see you on the ice!

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Contact us

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Junior Curling

The Elmira Curling Club offers a comprehensive Little Rocks and Junior Curling Program for children between the ages of 7 and 19 years. Instruction from accredited coaches is provided for all skill levels on Sunday afternoons from October to March. The emphasis is on skills development, playing the game, and, of course, having fun. Older and more experienced curlers are encouraged to enter one or more bonspiels to enjoy the social and competitive aspects of this great game. All equipment is provided.

When:  Ordinarily there are two sessions on Sunday afternoons, with children divided by age:

• Sunday 1:30pm to 3pm, the club runs the Little Rocks program for curlers aged 7 to 12.   
• Sunday 3pm to 4:30pm, the club runs a more advanced program for Junior curlers aged 13 to 19.

Registration:  Online registration is available here.  In addition to the online portion of your child’s registration, please print and fill out both of the following forms, and bring with you the first week of curling:

ECC Junior Emergency Contact Form

ECC Junior Photo Release Form

Links of interest:

What kids should wear when curling

Warm-ups for young curlers 

Running the Club (formerly Governance Home)

Welcome to the Governance area of the website. Below, you'll find links to the various policies and manuals that help us to keep the Club running smoothly and efficiently. 

More information is available through the menu on the right.

Links:

Club By-Laws

Board Meeting Minutes

Refund Policy

Privacy Policy

Code of Conduct & Etiquette

Operations Manual

Committee Terms of Reference

Policy for showing support to our members

Policy on Draw Cancellations due to inclement weather

2017 Ladies Intercity

Thank you for a great season.

Congratulations to Elora A, this year’s winner!

Next year’s host is Fergus.

 Final results posted below.

League Schedule

Bonspiel Organizer Resources

This page contains various links helpful for Bonspiel Organizers

Website Tools:

User Guide:  Event Management Tools User Guide

Other related links: 

Financial Summary Sheet

Sample Bonspiel Survey: Word | PDF

Bonspiel Coordinator To Do List: Word | PDF

 Expense Claim Form:  PDF

Special Events Documents: 

Volunteer Signup Sheets

Code of Conduct

The following Code of Conduct applies to all members, staff and guests of the Elmira Curling Club in the building or on the property:

Infractions to the following Code of Conduct will be assessed by the Board of Directors and the more serious infractions could result in cancellation of membership privileges or other disciplinary action with or without a refund of fees:

• Any conduct considered threatening or harrassing or that could threaten the physical or emotional safety of the individual exhibiting the behaviour or others will not be tolerated.
• Foul or abusive language will not be used at any time.
• Intoxication will not be tolerated. Bar tenders are expected to refuse service to anyone who exhibits behaviour that would suggest the person is intoxicated.
• Inappropriate expressions of anger are not acceptable.
• Any conduct that could result in damage to the property of the Elmira Curling Club is unacceptable.
• Members, staff and guests are expected to know and follow the safety guidelines as posted in the club.

Curling Etiquette - "Sportsmanship, Courtesy, Respect for Others"

Please follow these general rules of etiquette:

1)  A curling game starts and ends with handshakes or elbow bumps (during the Covid-19 pandemic, a smile and nod is sufficient). Introduce yourself at the start of the game and wish "Good Curling" to your opponents.

2)  To keep our ice as clean and damage free as possible:

• Clean your shoes using the boot cleaner every time you enter the rink.
• Replace worn grippers regularly.
• Wear appropriate and clean footwear.
• Do not place your hands on the ice.
• Do not kneel or lie on the ice.
• Clean your broom head regularly each game over a garbage receptacle (if brushes are available for this purpose). 
• Do not pick up the rock, unless you still use a backswing delivery.

3)  To keep the game on time:

• Be ready to deliver your rock when it's your turn.
• Front-end players should get the skip's rock ready while the skip and vice are discussing the shot.

4)  Leads and seconds should stand on the sideline, between the hoglines unless it is their team's shot. Skips and vices should stand still and behind the backline when the opponents are shooting (OCA Rule).

5)  The throwing team is responsible for catching deflecting rocks (i.e. sweepers), but the opposing skip or vice can help.

6)  Only handle your own team's rocks (do not set out rocks for your opponent).

7)  Swearing and banging your broom at any time during the game is inappropriate. It disrupts other games.

8)  Do not celebrate your opponent's missed shots.

9)  Traditionally, the winning team buys a drink for the opposition and then the opposition returns the favour. Note: During the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, we ask that each person staying after the game buy their own drink.

10)  If you cannot attend a game, you should arrange a spare and notify your skip.

OTF Grant Application

Here is a link to our application:  PDF

Here are the images we are submitting with the application (click on the photo for a larger view):

Image 1 - Front Entrance
Image 2 - Stairs
Image 3 - Lounge
Image 4 - Exterior
Image 5 - Floor plans

Website Login Support

Website login accounts are created for all registered members of the club.

If you have registered for this season and provided an email address with registration, you will have a username and password on file.

If you aren't sure what your username and password are, please refer to this document for help ->  Website Login Support

If you are still having issues, please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we'll be happy to help!

News Article Archive

Elmira Curling Club offers kids’ programs to help boost sport’s appeal

Woolwich Observer, August 17, 2023

Glenn Paulley, President of the Elmira & District Curling Club, discusses the Club's Junior curling program. Full Story 

Elmira Ice Guru Making His Mark on the Brier

CTV News, Kitchener, February 2023

With the 2023 Tim Horton's Brier being held in nearby London, Ontario, this month, the Ice Technician at the Elmira & District Curling Club volunteered to help on the ice. Full story in this video clip. 

Elmira to host the 2019 Ontario Provincial Curling Championships

Woolwich Observer, August 21, 2018

Team Pidgeon wins Intermediate Provincial Championships

Woolwich Observer, March 16, 2017

Elmira foursome click to win a rare Club title

TheRecord.com, March 7, 2017

Curling coach works to measure the metrics of brushing

Waterloo Chronicle, March 7, 2017

Elmira plays host to young curlers for the U18 bonspiel

Woolwich Observer, January 19, 2017

Getting swept up in the club's anniversary

Woolwich Observer, October 29, 2016

Curlers gain experience in trip to provincials

Woolwich Observer, March 17, 2016

Local curling club qualifies for provincial competition

Woolwich Observer, March 3, 2016

A chance to check out curling up close

Woolwich Observer, February 21, 2014

Putting some colour into their curls

Woolwich Observer, December 13, 2013

Much like some of the Christmas lights hung out this time of year, activities at the Elmira and District Curling Club are about to take on a glow. Unlike your neighbour’s holiday light show, however,[…]  Full Story

Project provides new ice at curling club

Woolwich Observer, September 3, 2010

Thursday Novice Social

When:  Thursday nights 6:30pm - 8:20pm.  This league runs in 2 separate sessions:  the Fall session (Oct - early Jan), and the Winter session (Jan - early April).  Each session is approximately 11-12 weeks.  You can sign up for either the Fall or the Winter, or both.

Intended Audience:  This league is open to adult men or women with 5 years of curling experience or less, and a limited number of more experienced curlers .  We will allow one person on each team to have more than 5 years of experience to facilitate learning. The prerequisite would be a basic level of curling experience (for example the completion of our Curling 101 program), knowledge of game play and etiquette. 

Teams:  You enter this league as an individual and the League organizer (aka Drawmaster) will arrange the teams.  Teams are shuffled a few times during the season.  There will also be a spare list. 

Friday Novice Team League

When:  Friday nights 8:30pm - 10:15pm (all games are 6 ends).  This league runs in 2 separate sessions:  the Fall session (Oct - early Jan), and the Winter session (Jan - early April).  You can sign up for either the Fall or the Winter, or both.

Intended Audience:  This league is open to any combination of adult men or women.  It is intended for those with 5 years of curling experience or less.  We will allow one person on each team to have more than 5 years of experience to facilitate learning. The prerequisite would be a basic level of curling experience (for example the completion of our Curling 101 program), knowledge of game play and etiquette. 

Teams:  Build your own team, or let us find you a team. The league is open to a maximum of 10 teams (40 people). There will also be a spare list. 

Schedule:  Each session is approximately 11-12 weeks and will have a round-robin schedule followed by one or two weeks of playoffs.

Rules:   League Rules and Etiquette guidelines.

General Information:

Equipment:  For those requiring equipment, slip on sliders and brooms are available at no charge.   Loose fitting pants and a warm sweater or jacket are also recommended. 

Cost and Sign up:  These are member leagues.  For information on membership rates please check out our membership page, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   We offer a discounted rate for brand new members, and a half season rate.

Thanks and Good Curling!

I've learned to curl - what are the next steps?

Your next step after learning to curl would be to join one of our leagues.  We offer many different leagues to suit all schedules and abilities.  Entry into our leagues is membership based, which means you join the club as a member and then you can select the leagues you would like to play in.   Here is a brief summary - for more information on any of our leagues, go to our leagues page.

Novice Leagues

Our Thursday Novice Social league and Friday TGIF Open Team (6-ends) league were specifically created to provide new curlers with fun leagues where you can compete with people of similar ability.  

Social Leagues

Social leagues are a great way for new curlers to get started.  It's individual sign up and teams are created by the organizer.   A few times a year the teams are mixed up so you can meet and play with different people.  We have both daytime and evening social leagues.

Team Entry Leagues

For this type of league, you sign up as a team and you stick together for the season.   In some cases entry into a team league would require at least one experienced curler to skip.   Although some of our team leagues tend to be a little more competitive, we have many new curlers playing the front end positions on competitive teams.  Sometimes teams are looking for extra players so we can help you get set up.

Spare List

Every week there are teams in need of fill-in players, so putting yourself on one or more spare lists is a great way to play with different teams and learn a lot about the game.  All teams welcome new players and there is no stigma attached to being a new curler.

Please contact our This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we'll help you get started!

How Do I Get Started in Curling?

So you want to give curling a try, but aren't sure how to get started?  Have no fear - we are here to help!

Learn to Curl Program (Curling 101)

Our popular 6 week learn to curl program is an ideal way to get introduced to the sport.  The first 4 weeks features curling instruction from certified coaches.  The last 2 weeks is dedicated to playing practice games, with instructors providing assistance.  For more information, check out our Curling 101 page.

Try Curling Clinics

A few times per season we will offer a 2 hour Try Curling Clinic.  This clinic teaches the basics of the curling delivery – focusing on balance, correct timing and grips, turns and releases. Introductory sweeping instruction is included.

Keep an eye on our website for upcoming dates.

Rentals

You can get some friends together and rent ice at our facility.  For a reasonable rate we will provide an instructor and all the equipment you need.  Sessions are scheduled based on ice availability.  For more information, or to book a session,  contact our This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Do I need equipment?

All you need to get started is a clean pair of running shoes and comfortable, loose-fitting pants.  A helmet is strongly recommended.  We have a supply of slip-on sliders and brooms that you can use while you are learning - how awesome is that?!

Curling is a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities.  Give it a try!

If you have any questions please contact our This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   

2025/2026 Leagues

Note to Members:  To view league schedules, log in at the right and click on the Teams, Schedules & Standings link in the Member menu.

 *The cancellation of any league, due to lack of enrolment, will be decided by the Board of Directors.

League Descriptions

Open Doubles Social

No-pressure doubles (2 on 2) league where the focus is on learning and having fun.

Enter as an individual - teams are arranged by the league convenor and switched around during the season. This draw will be run as two sessions. You can register for the full year or just one session. A variety of doubles curling formats may be used (e.g. Sturling and Doubles formats).

Open Team Triples

“Choose-your-own-team” league.  Teams are comprised of 2 people and can be any combination of men and women. Triples format of play.

Open Team

“Choose-your-own team” league.

Teams can be comprised of any combination of men and women. Enter as a team and stay together the entire season.

If you sign-up as an individual, we will assist in finding a team for you.

Open Competitive

“Choose-your-own team” league – more competitive in nature. Teams can be comprised of any combination of men and women. Enter as a team and stay together the entire season.

If you sign-up as an individual, we will assist in finding a team for you.

Men’s or Women’s Social

All male or all female, no-pressure league where the focus is on learning and having fun.

Enter as an individual - teams are arranged by the league convenor and switched around during the season. This draw will be run as two sessions. You can register for the full year or just one session.

Open Social

No-pressure league where the focus is on learning and having fun.

Enter as an individual - teams are arranged by the league convenor and switched around during the season.

Teams to be comprised of any combination of men and women.

DAYTIME ONLY - These draws will be run as two sessions. You can register for the full year or just one session.

Novice Social

No-pressure league where the focus is on learning and having fun. Open to members with five years of curling experience or less, with a limited number of experienced curlers (approximately one per team).

Enter as an individual - teams are arranged by the league convenor and switched around during the season. Teams to be comprised of any combination of men and women.

This draw will be run as two sessions. You can register for the full year or just one session.

Couple’s Social

No-pressure league where the focus is on learning and having fun.

Enter as a couple - teams are arranged by the league convenor and switched around during the season.

Teams to be comprised of two couples.

Curling 101

Six-week instructional league. Four weeks of instruction to be followed by two weeks of regular games. Instruction by certified instructors and games supervised by other club members. Details