Rouge Valley Curling Club Terms of Play 

League Overview & Offerings

RVCC provides a structured yet social curling environment from mid-autumn to early spring. Our league features:

• Weekly Schedule: Matches run on Monday late afternoons on a consistent weekly timeframe.

• Skill Development: Occasional instructional sessions are provided for ongoing technical development.

• Club Events: Annual coordination of the club's signature spring Bonspiel event (separate registration applies).

• Community: Social opportunities to connect with fellow curlers, improve team play, and participate in an end-of-season awards banquet.

• Roster Flexibility: Support for standard deliveries from the hack as well as delivery stick accommodations. A flexible spare pool is actively maintained for players unable to commit to a full-time regular schedule.

Roster Eligibility & Payments

All members must remain in good standing by adhering to club policies and financial deadlines:

• Full-Time Allocation: Full-time roster slots are designated by the Executive based on registration timestamps, returning veteran status, payment confirmation, and waiver completion.

• Spare Registrations: Registration for the league spare list remains open to all eligible players throughout the season.

• Fee Structure: Split into standard full-time rates, early bird registration windows, and per-game spare fees. Standard spare fees are discounted for registered members of the host facility. Exact rate sheets are determined annually by the Executive based on facility operational and ice rental overhead.

• Payment Administration: Deposits or full seasonal balances must be submitted before the autumn league deadline to guarantee roster placement. Payments are processed via electronic transfer (E-transfer) or standard mail directly to the Club Treasurer.

⚠️ Important Legal Notice: By completing registration and accepting these terms, you waive certain legal rights, including the right to file legal claims or lawsuits against the organization. Please read this section thoroughly.

1. Disclaimer of Responsibility

The Rouge Valley Curling Club, Tam Heather Curling & Tennis Club, and their respective Directors, Officers, committee members, employees, coaches, volunteers, and representatives (collectively "the Organization") are not responsible for any injury, personal injury, damage, property damage, death, expense, loss of income, or loss of any kind suffered by a participant during or as a result of club activities, caused in any manner whatsoever, including the negligence of the Organization.

2. Acknowledgement of Inherent Risks

Participants explicitly acknowledge that curling on ice involves inherent physical risks, including but not limited to:

• Bodily harm, head trauma, or severe injury due to falls or physical contact on the ice surface.

• Physical overexertion, dehydration, or exposure to environmental conditions.

• Exposure to or transmission of communicable or contagious illnesses within public athletic facilities.

3. Expectations for Safe Participation

By stepping onto the ice, all participants affirm they:

• Maintain a physical and mental condition suitable for safe athletic participation.

• Will immediately remove themselves from play if they observe any significant facility or ice hazard.

• Will strictly comply with all host facility guidelines, safety protocols, and club rules.

• Will not participate while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or impairing substances.

4. Privacy, Information Consent, & Jurisdiction

• Data Privacy: Member information is collected and managed strictly in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Ontario privacy regulations, and club administration policies. Data is used exclusively for internal communication and roster management.

• Legal Jurisdiction: Any formal legal actions or disputes related to club activities must be filed strictly within the province of Ontario and will be governed by Ontario substantive law.

Governing Associations & Codes

To ensure fair play, safety, and athletic integrity, all matches are governed by established curling networks:

• National & Provincial Standards: RVCC formally adheres to the Rules of General Play and Officiated Play defined by Curling Canada, the Ontario Curling Council (OCC), and regional curling associations.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Members are required to follow all safety policies enforced by the host facility (Tam Heather) and any regional health guidelines mandated by the provincial government.

• Facility Conduct: Proper footwear, clean equipment, and respectful code of conduct policies must be maintained across all areas of the host facility premises.

Connect with the Executive

For any questions regarding registration timelines, medical waivers, payment routing, or policy definitions, please reach out to our administration teams:

• Email Support: rougevalleycurlingclub@gmail.com

• Official Web Hub: www.rougevalleycurlingclub.ca