As any Canadian knows, the winters in Canada can be long and full of snow. Without many bowls-specific indoor clubs in Canada, how can you stay involved this offseason? We talked to Saskatchewan-native Alex Scott and Nova Scotian John Siteman to find out what they do to stay at the top of their game through …
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Whether you’re the largest club in Canada, the smallest club in Canada, or somewhere in between, someone needs to manage your club. Usually this is done by a Board of Directors who are elected by the members to make decisions on their behalf. Most clubs have very few requirements to be a Board member (if …
Continue reading The Fall Season is the Perfect Season to Invest in your Volunteers
Sometimes we all want to be in the know. It’s not exactly fun having to hear information second hand that would have an effect on you. So why let that happen? BCB has created a Club Liaison Network so we can connect with you easily. What is the purpose and how does it work? The …
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Concussion safety. #metoo movement. Sexual abuse. Liability lawsuits. Harassment. Bullying. Discrimination. In today’s day and age, “Safe Sport” is becoming increasingly overwhelming. Sport club volunteers at all levels are being asked to implement sophisticated and rigorous standards as participants, parents, volunteers, and all levels of government are pushing for sport organizations to improve their practices …
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This blog post was written by OLBA Vice President and Grants Director Ralph Ellis Our clubs have many needs – better greens, new bowling equipment, new appliances and renovations. The federal New Horizons grant program has supported activities at lawn bowling clubs since the 1970s. My first club in the 1970s received 3 grants for …
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