REBECCA DOHERTY

Program Description: A one-day program to introduce students from schools in Ottawa to curling.
“The main objective of my program is to open new doors for students and allow them to experience something they may not have been able to because of numerous barriers. The opportunity will allow more diversity in our curling community and continue the path of inclusivity.” — Rebecca Doherty

MADISON KLEITER

Program Description: Outreach to communities, including on- and off-ice curling workshops. Program to be built upon equity, diversity, and inclusion and to provide a safe space for communication.
“The goal for my program is to create a more inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued and to help engage more individuals in the sport of curling. Fostering inclusivity in curling ensures equal opportunities for everyone to participate and excel in the sport.” — Madison Kleiter

SIMON PERRY

Program Description: Further grow and diversify the local curling population as well as helping new immigrants to find a sense of community.
“As I see it, true inclusivity, diversity, and equity should occur in all areas. My curling program intends to provide newcomers to Canada with a sense of community and feeling welcome and hopefully ignite their very own passion for the amazing sport of curling.” — Simon Perry

TYLER POWELL

Program Description: A five-week program to introduce new Canadians and Ukrainian refugee children aged 10-18 to curling.
“I am passionate about the growth of curling in Canada. I want this program to introduce curling to Ukrainian refugee children and new Canadians as I feel like these communities normally don’t have opportunities readily available for them to try sports, and it is important to me to create an opportunity for them to try curling and feel welcome in our curling community.” — Tyler Powell