Full Yearbook - Manitoba Curling Association
Full Yearbook - Manitoba Curling Association
Full Yearbook - Manitoba Curling Association
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For more info on any of the listed benefits please visit our website at curlmanitoba.org or by calling<br />
204-925-5723. You can also email mca@curlmanitoba.org.<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> is the sport governing organization for the sport of curling in <strong>Manitoba</strong>. Our mission is to<br />
promote, develop and grow the sport of curling in <strong>Manitoba</strong>, Canada and the world by providing leadership,<br />
services and programs for the curling community from grassroots to elite.<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> believes that while our primary responsibility lies in serving <strong>Manitoba</strong> athletes, clubs and<br />
enthusiasts our knowledge, and skills can be a resource to Canadians and the world. We will assist athletes<br />
achieve personal excellence. We will support clubs to help ensure their long-term sustainability. We will grow the<br />
game through quality, innovative programs and services that retain current participants and attract new ones.<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> is an association representing a diverse membership including curling facilities, leagues,<br />
associations and individual participants. These members come from across the province and include rural and<br />
urban facilities, competitive curlers, grassroots curlers and all ages.<br />
There are many tangible and intangible benefits that members receive from Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong>. Member benefits<br />
will vary depending upon the type of membership.<br />
FACILITY, CLUB AND ASSOCIATE BENEFITS<br />
A vOICE IN THE FUTURE OF CURLING<br />
Facilities, clubs and associates represent their participants and provide their curlers with a voice in curling at<br />
the provincial level through representation and a vote at the Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> AGM. Clubs also have the right<br />
to have a member stand for election. In addition clubs have a voice in the growth of curling in <strong>Manitoba</strong> and<br />
Canada through regional meetings, and communication with board and staff.<br />
FINANCIAL SUppORT<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> members have access to a number of grants to assist them in facility and program development.<br />
These grants include bingo grants, the Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> Development Fund, travel grants, and hosting grants.<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> recently secured a group rate on debit and credit card rates to help clubs save money. We have<br />
also initiated a group fundraising effort to provide clubs, leagues and curlers the opportunity to raise valuable<br />
funds. Clubs also have the opportunity to host events, which can be a very important fundraiser for clubs.<br />
COMMUNICATION AND NETwORkING<br />
Symposiums and seminars assist clubs in recruiting new members, improved facility operations, marketing,<br />
volunteer recruitment and networking. Access to Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> mail-outs helps to promote bonspiels, leagues,<br />
programs and services. Opportunities to advertise and submit articles to the e-newsletter and website. A page<br />
on the Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> website to promote your facility, club or league. We provide opportunities for junior<br />
curling coordinators to meet and share ideas and resources to help improve their program.<br />
kNOwLEDGE<br />
Curl<strong>Manitoba</strong> continues to work with clubs and curlers to provide new resources to help run leagues and<br />
programs. We provide junior curling coordinators with all the resources needed to run a junior curling league.<br />
We have developed new programs such as the Tots and Rocks and Road Show programs to help provide<br />
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curlmanitoba YEarbooK – 2012/13
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