Women in Curling Connect
Professional Personal Development Conference
Help shape the future of curling for girls and women! Join us for a morning of networking, mentorship, and inspiration, as we celebrate the achievements and aspirations of women from all walks of the curling community.
Date: Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025
Time: 9am-12pm
Place: Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre, 1 Valhalla Inn Road, Thunder Bay, ON
Cost: $45/person (includes a ticket to Draw 5 (2pm Feb. 16) of the Scotties Tournament of Hearts)
Hosted by Curling Canada’s Women in Curling Executive Council, with thanks to the support of World Curling, come out and share your love of curling and the incredible achievements of women in curling!
Here’s what’s in store:
Jill Officer: "From Club to Podium – Her Story"
Jill Officer is a legend in Canadian women’s curling having won 6 Scotties, 2 World Championships and an Olympic Gold playing with Team Jennifer Jones. She was voted the best female second of all time, is currently High-Performance Director for Curl Manitoba and a member of the World Curling Federation Board of Directors.
Dr. Heather Mair: "Building Healthy Communities Through Sport"
Heather Mair is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at the University of Waterloo. For nearly two decades, Heather has conducted groundbreaking research on curling, exploring its significance in fostering community building and development. She currently leads Partners Transforming Curling, a multi-partner initiative aimed at advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within the sport. Through this project, Heather is committed to creating meaningful change by supporting curling communities in becoming more inclusive and welcoming for all.
The Joy of Curling Panel: "Staying Connected to Your Sporting Community"
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience.
Show your support and gear up in style. Pre-order your WIC merch today and pick-up at the conference! Note these garments are only available through pre-order. You will be able to indicate your size preference when you add to your cart further in the checkout process.
Women In Curling Performance Hoodie (White, $61.50, Unisex Sizing) Click here for photo and sizing Click back button to return to this screen.
Women In Curling "She's Got Game" Crewneck (Red, $44.90, Unisex Sizing) Click here for photo and sizing Click back button to return to this screen.
Need further information? Have questions? Reach out to Stephanie Cummins (stephanie.cummins@curling.ca)
