Congratulations to Team LeFort and Team Robar on their Championship and Consolation wins!

Let's help the ice crew keep our ice in tip top shape by replacing our old, worn out grippers!

Buy a new gripper at The Broom Closet by December 6, and have your name entered into a draw to win a $50 bar credit!

A very special thank you to all those involved in bringing our Truro Curling Club solar project to life.

In the spring of 2022, Chuck Dyke brought forward the idea of installing solar panels on the Truro Curling Club to the Board of Directors. Several solar installers presented to the Board of Directors with various different proposals, and it became clear that a project of this scale would require a team of knowledgeable volunteers to evaluate such a significant Club investment. 

A Solar Committee was officially formed shortly after the 2022 Annual General Meeting with newly appointed Facilities Chair David Quinn, Gerald Post, Nevin Jackson, Terry Amirault, Mike Tulkens, and Chuck Dyke. This group went to visit several solar installations in the summer of 2022, including Andrew McCurdy's farm and the Don Henderson Memorial Sportsplex in Brookfield. After receiving positive feedback and useful information from both visits, the group went away with the task of turning the project into a reality. 

The Committee explored possible funding options, discussed project obstacles, and debated contractors. Around this time, Chuck and Mike stepped away from the Committee for other commitments. In the fall of 2022, the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund (SCCF), funded by the Province of Nova Scotia, and administered by the NS Federation of Municipalities, opened for its first round of applications, and the Committee submitted an application for consideration by the deadline of December 16, 2022. The project mostly went dormant until confirmation of approval for up to $200,000 in funding was received (80% of the total estimated costs) a few days prior to the Spring 2023 Annual General Meeting. At this meeting, David presented to the membership and received approval for the project to proceed with $50,000 of Club funds.

Following the successful application for funding, the Club needed to obtain a Net Metering Agreement with Nova Scotia Power which was critical to the project's success. A Net Metering agreement allows the Club to generate power during the summer months to accumulate an energy credit, and then use power during the winter months when our energy demand is at its highest and deplete that credit. Obtaining a Net Metering agreement was delayed for almost an entire year while waiting for new Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board rules to come into effect, but was finally received this past summer. 

While waiting for the Net Metering Agreement, a preliminary structural analysis of the ice shed roof where the solar panels would be installed was completed. The preliminary consultant had reservations about adding additional weight to the roof, although they did indicate that the structure was acceptable under its present loads. Terry suggested that we investigate shingle removal from the roof to reduce the dead load (there were layers of shingles below the newer steel roofing). Upon further exploration, Terry, Chuck Patriquin, David, and Earle Atkinson cut a section of the shingles out of the roof to weigh them. The weight of the shingles was confirmed to be heavier than the weight of the future panels. The removal of the shingles to reduce the dead load of the roof to prepare for the installation of the panels was reviewed and approved by structural engineer Glen Buchanan, P. Eng., of the Buchanan Design Group which allowed the project to move forward. Throughout this process, both Earle and Marion MacAulay were involved in providing advice and assistance as Board Executives, replacing Gerald and Nevin as their terms on the Board expired. 

The shingle removal work was completed during this past summer and the existing steel roofing was reinstalled. The south side of the roof now has a new synthetic roofing underlay and all new roofing screws. David also initiated the installation of industrial snow guards on the roof to resolve the long-standing concern of snow shedding from the roof/panels onto neighbouring properties. Once these were installed, Geddes & Murphy Electric Ltd. adjusted their original panel layout to accommodate the snow guards and a contract was signed to formally initiate the panel installations.

David had discussions with neighbouring properties to the south of the Club, and was very pleased when our neighbours allowed us to cut their trees which were overhanging the Club's roof and future solar panels. These trees posed both a hazard to the panels during windstorms, as well as a source of shading which would reduce the efficiency of the panels. Tree removal work was done by Darwin Carr of Colchester Tree Service in August 2024. 

Geddes & Murphy Electric Ltd. completed all required electrical upgrades and panel installations this fall, and NS Power completed their final inspection of the solar array on November 14, giving their approval to turn the system on. Below is a photo of the fully installed solar array on the roof facing west.

Geddes & Murphy Electric Ltd. submitted a separate rebate application to Efficiency NS for approximately $27,500 on our behalf, which was approved. With the SCCF Grant and this Efficiency NS Rebate, along with the hard work and dedication of the Solar Project Committee that kept this project alive despite numerous obstacles, the cost to the Club for the entire project totaled just under $22,000. You can view the entire project budget summary here. The return on investment period for the solar array will be roughly 13-14 months, therefore the system is expected to be entirely paid off by the end of the 2025 calendar year.

The Club uses approximately 210,000 kWh of power each year, and this solar array will offset approximately 55% of our total power usage. Not only will this save the Club an estimated $20,000 per year, based on an annual production of 115,500 kWh, but the net metering agreement protects us from future rate increases on this same power as NS Power must exchange our power at the same rate that they charge. The solar panels and all associated hardware have an expected 25-Year lifespan which will result in over $500,000 in energy savings throughout the lifespan of the system, reducing the Club’s carbon footprint by an estimated 1,100 tonnes.

These hand painted ornaments are available for purchase in the Curl Truro Merchandise sale this week.

Ornaments are available with TCC on the front ($14.00) or without ($12.00). These ornaments are in stock, so can be taken with you when you order! The Merchandise Sale is over this Friday, so don't delay!

The Membership Committee has started their 2024 Curl Truro merchandise sale! Get some Christmas shopping done while supporting the Truro Curling Club!

The committee will be set up upstairs in the lounge to take orders between evening draws and during daytime draws. Samples are available for sizing, and there are many new styles and colours from last year's sale. This sale includes items for both Adults and Juniors (see below).

Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit or credit card (excluding American Express). Payment must be made at the time of ordering. 

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

Curling will start up again on Thursday, November 14 with the evening league!

The schedule originally posted on the website for tonight will be followed (so please play your games according to the November 14 draw). Any changes moving forward will be posted to the website or circulated via email.

Special thanks to Chuck and his volunteer ice crew for getting us back on the ice!

The championship games are set for 6:30 p.m. tonight! Come down to the Club and cheer on the teams!

Current members, please follow the link to the Membership Survey.

It will only take 3 minutes of your time, and is very helpful to the TCC Curling Committee!

The TCC would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dave Clarke and the staff at Pro Cresting Design Ltd. for recent donations to the Club.

Dave has been integral to the successful launch of the Curl Truro merchandise, as well as installing the graphics on the new front door. 

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Congratulations to Team MacIsaac and Team MacNutt!

 Left to Right: Christopher McCurdy, Owain Fisher, Nathan Gray, Calan MacIsaac and Coach Craig Burgess.

 Left to Right: Allyson MacNutt, Maria Fitzgerald, Alison Umlah, Grace McCusker and Coach Theresa Breen.

Click the photos to read more!

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Saturday, March 2! Sign-up at the bar! 

In a Christanson versus Christianson final, Danny Christianson was victorious over the weekend in the 10th Annual Nova Scotia Spirit Co. Kitchen Party Mixed Spiel.

The winning team (pictured below, left to right) was Debbie Christianson, Mark Metcalfe, Marie Christianson and Danny Christianson. Congratulations! 

Thank you to all those who participated in the 10th Annual Kitchen Party, and special thanks to Nova Scotia Spirit Co. for their ongoing support of this spiel.

Photo courtesy of Heather Lang.

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Grab some Truro Curling swag from the Membership Committee!

Schedule for Merchandise Sale:

Full payment must accompany all orders. Order deadline is Tuesday, February 20 at 9:00 p.m.

 Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information on this event.

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Despite needing to reschedule this event at the last minute, the 3rd Annual RE/MAX® Fairlane Realty Home Opener was hosted at the Truro Curling Club on Saturday, January 20. The draw was full with members from across the Club, including Day Mens and Ladies leagues, Stick League, evening leagues and the Learn to Curl program. It was great to see our newer curlers getting to curl with more experienced members!

First Place: Alan Hunt (skip), Krista Parsons (third), John Fraser (second) and Darlene MacKay (lead).

 Second Place: Gerald Post (skip), Greg Demchuck, Caitlyn Holt and Jillian MacPhee

 Draw to the Button Winners: Carmen Neal (skip), Greg Knox, Thomas Wilson and Jim Byrne.

Thank you to all those who came out to participate in this fun event. Special thanks to RE/MAX® Fairlane Realty for sponsoring this event, and to Dave Williams for presenting awards and prizes. Their support allows us to buy some food and prizes which adds a fun and "friendly competition" component to this special Club event.

Photos courtesy of Nancy Spargo Smith.

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The 4th Annual RE/MAX® Fairlane Realty Home Opener was hosted at the Truro Curling Club on Saturday, November 23. The draw was full with members from across the Club.

 First Place (Left to right): Nancy Spargo Smith (alternate), Dave Williams (RE/MAX® Fairlane Representative), Randy DeGrass (third), Sheila Clark (skip), Susan Fowler (second) and Kelly Bartlett (lead).

 Second Place (Left to Right): Nancy Spargo Smith (Spiel Representative), Dave Williams (RE/MAX® Fairlane Representative), Blanchard Atkinson (skip), Shawn Puddester (third),  Chris Bailey (second) and Chelsea Meisner (lead).

 Draw to the Button Winners (Left to Right): Nancy Spargo Smith (Spiel Representative), Dave Williams (RE/MAX® Fairlane Representative), Leeann Parsons, Jim Dempsey and Andrew McCurdy (not pictured).

Thank you to all those who came out to participate in this fun event. Special thanks to RE/MAX® Fairlane Realty for sponsoring this event, and to Dave Williams for presenting awards and prizes. Thank you to other sponsors who contributed to this event, Pizza Market, Frank & Gino's and The Broom Closet and the TCC Membership Committee, for donating some handpainted TCC ornaments.

Photos courtesy of Nancy Spargo Smith.

Registration is now open! 

Two ways to register this year:

1) Through the Event Registration page on our website.

2) By emailing the Registration Form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Payment of the registration fee can be made by cheque to the Truro Curling Club or by e-transfer. Registration confirmation will occur upon payment in full.

Congratulations on a successful event!

  Men's C Division Champions: Team Newell/ Hanham (Truro Curling Club).

  Recreational Division Champions: Team Patriquin/ Stanfield (Truro Curling Club).

Click on the photos to read more!

Details

• Cost: $15.00 (cash or debit at time of order placement with a Director at Large or with Steve at the bar).
• Order deadline: Friday, December 8, 2023.
• Details for pins can be written on the order sheet with one of the Directors at Large (see sample pin below).