Real Stories. Real Impact
IT STARTS WITH YOU!
Amazing things happen when children participate in sports — by supporting youth curling programs, events, and initiatives across Canada, you’re giving youth of all ages and abilities the chance to grow, gain confidence, and shine – on the ice, in the classroom, and in the community.
Curling Canada Scholarship
Get to know our 2026 scholarship recipients
Funded by the Secord family legacy gift.“Curling has been a part of my life for so long that it is impossible to imagine who I would be without it. I started curling when I was 7 years old, and what began as a sport became where I found my closest friendships, my confidence, and my sense of belonging. Losing big games taught me how to handle disappointment and to always come back stronger, not only in curling but in everyday experiences. Most importantly, curling has shaped me into who I am. After 10 years of curling, it is not just a sport; it is a part of my story, and a part of me.”
Funded and presented by the Governor General's Curling Club.“Curling has taught me resilience, responsibility, and the importance of remaining calm under pressure. It has shown me that I can successfully balance multiple demanding commitments while continuing to be the very best I can be in each area. The lessons I have learned through managing university, work, and competitive curling will continue to benefit me for the rest of my life. I’ve also learned that challenges are not barriers to success, they can help me grow and adapt to ever-changing circumstances as they come.”
Funded by the Secord family legacy gift.“I remember being a young kid in a learn-to-curl program looking up to all the accomplished curlers and wanting to be like them and how much it drove me to become better. I understand what it is like to be a young kid looking up to others, and I intend to be one of those role models in my community as well. I want to inspire younger players to pursue their goals while enjoying the game and find the same passion for the sport as I do.”
Funded by the Secord family legacy gift.“What I love most about curling is that it is about so much more than throwing rocks. Curling has given me teammates, coaches, friends, and opportunities that I would not have had otherwise. It has taught me how to handle both success and failure, how to be a good teammate, and how to keep improving when things do not go the way I hoped. Curling has been a part of my life since I was four years old, and I love that there is always something new to learn, both on and off the ice.”
Funded and presented by the Governor General's Curling Club.“Being a role model for younger curlers is an important responsibility because the values of curling are passed down through each generation. I want them to see that success is about more than winning; it is about hard work, teamwork, respect, and how you handle challenges. I want to encourage younger curlers to believe in themselves, learn from their mistakes, and enjoy the sport. If I can inspire even one young curler to keep working toward their goals and love the sport as much as I do, I will know I have made a meaningful difference.”
Funded by the Secord family legacy gift.“The act of giving back is at the heart of curling. Curling is only as strong as the people that support it. As a scholar, I want to continue the tradition by being someone young curlers can look up to, on and off the ice. I intend to continue to volunteer my time, share what I have learned, and help foster a welcoming and supportive environment that allowed me to find my own love for curling. While competition is important, it is equally important to keep the sense of community and sportsmanship at the heart of it all.”
Why Curling
OVERALL HEALTH
The physical, mental, and social benefits from staying active and participating in a sport like curling are profound. Instilling good lifestyle habits at a young age can result in a healthier, happier, and more fulfilled life for years to come.
CHARACTER BUILDING
Curling can test, push, and help define one’s character. Discipline, compromise, leadership, and self-confidence are just a handful of the attributes developed through this passionate game.
MENTAL APTITUDE
It’s bigger than the game and more than the championships. Curling offers the chance to improve mental capacity, increase awareness of one’s surroundings, and hone the strategic thinking skills that can lead to academic and professional successes.
SOCIAL CONNECTIONS
All team sports, and curling in particular, with its incredible sense of community, have the potential to foster deep and meaningful, life-long friendships. Curling clubs across Canada welcome every athlete, spectator, coach, and curling enthusiast with open arms. It’s simply the curling way!
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
Curling enhances balance, strength, and hand-eye coordination. It’s an accessible and adaptable sport that can grow with every athlete at every level of the game. From the elite of our sport to our smallest rock throwers, athletic and physical developments are a reflection of the time and energy invested.
HEALTHY COMPETITION
Life is full of competitive scenarios. Learning how to win and lose with grace, as well as how to persevere to achieve goals, will serve curlers exceptionally well in everyday situations throughout their lives.





