October 7, 2026 – The New Season Issue
The 2026-2027 ACC curling season starts October 13, and we want to share some information that will help you hit the ice running – safely, of course!
President's Message
Check out Ian’s message on the club’s website. Ian looks forward to a season filled with great curling, fun social events, spirited competition, and plenty of opportunities to connect both on and off the ice.
Volunteer
Volunteering is fun! Check out MEMBERS HOME > Member Information > My Volunteer Interests and sign up where you can – help out the club and meet many of your fellow ACC members. Once you have 10 points, you get your $80 back!
Current Opportunities:
- Shadow Volunteer Coordinator (working with current Coordinator Sandra Power)
- 50/50 Coordinator
- Kitchen and admin help at the Curling Clinics on October 31
- Various ice maintenance roles for the season
- Coaches – L2C, Schools, junior and Little Rock programs
Leagues
Check your league information under MEMBERS HOME > League Information > Teams, Schedules, Standings to confirm you have the leagues you want. Your schedule will be available before the season starts and you may receive an email from your league convenor with more information.
- Please check your league confirmation email and pay any outstanding league fees. You can’t curl until your fees are paid. If you have a question about your outstanding account, please email member@almontecurling.ca.
- We need more curlers for our Friday 4-6 pm fixed social and Sunday afternoon 3:30-5:30 social leagues so they can go ahead. Please sign up if this fits into your curling schedule!
- Sign up to spare at MEMBERS HOME > Member Information > My Sparing Ability if you sometimes have extra time in your week and want to try out a different league, meet fellow curlers, and get extra curling in.
- Don’t forget to sign up as a Free Agent if you want to play in a Fixed Team league but don’t have a team. Go to Members Home > Other > Free Agent Listing. Teams looking for a player will see your name and may contact you. Maybe you can make up a team with other Free Agents!
Events
The EVENTS > Events Info page on the ACC website describes the season’s bonspiels, clinics and other events. Check the page and mark your calendar so you don’t miss an event registration!
Registration is open for:
- The June Dalgity Sweep and Swing Bonspiel on October 17. Sign up as a team or an individual for 9 holes of best-ball golf, 8 ends of curling, and a BBQ supper at the ACC.
- The Turkeyspiel (registration opens October 10) on November 21 includes two fun games of curling, the famous turkey shoot, and a great turkey dinner. Dress in your holiday colours or your best elf suit and kick off the holiday season!
- The ACC Valley Sweep Stakes bonspiel on December 11-12! Your team will have three games, pizza lunch and a catered dinner on Saturday with a chance at over $3000 in prizes. As a bonus, your entry includes live entertainment from the Ottawa Dueling Pianos on Saturday night!
- Everyone is invited to join Valley Sweep Stakes participants in a fun evening of live entertainment from the Ottawa Dueling Pianos!
Register under EVENTS > Events Registration.
Members Home
The ACC Members Home site is where you can update your personal information, register to curl, find your league and team information, and find other members.
- Make sure your email address is up-to-date under MEMBERS HOME > My Information, because we’ll be using e-transfer to pay your volunteer refund, 50/50 prize, or other fees. If you don’t use e-transfer, please email treasurer@almontecurling.ca and we’ll make other arrangements.
Club
- Open practice ice time slots are shown on the club calendar (DAY view) and can be booked under MEMBERS HOME > Book Ice Time. Practice time slots are limited, so please book only when you know you can attend, and cancel your booking if you can’t make it.
- We’re pleased to offer ACC-branded apparel once again! This year we’re working with Inkt Printing on a line that can be ordered on-line anytime and is delivered direct to your door. Go to Our Club > ACC Branded Apparel for the link.
Safety
- Consider whether a helmet or other protective headgear is for you.
- Good grippers are essential for safe curling and clean ice. Clean your grippers inside and out with soapy water, or better, start the season with a new one. Members Steve Gray and Keith Lascelles will be bringing in new grippers for sale starting the second week of the season.
- Stretch and strengthen – start with lunges and squats to get your legs in shape, make sure to stretch your hamstrings and quads, and do some balance work.
50/50 Draw
The 50/50 draw will continue to run virtually and members who want to participate contribute upfront (22 weeks x $2) for the full season with draws starting October 30.
All adult members’ names are entered in the draw. If the selected member has not paid to participate, the prize is not paid out and will roll over, adding to the next week’s jackpot. This will continue each week until a paid member's name is drawn – meaning bigger prizes to be won!
If you want to participate, simply e-transfer $44 to etransfer@almontecurling.ca. Please indicate 50\50 and Your Name in the comment section of your transfer.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving and we’re looking forward to seeing you October 13!
