For new or existing volunteer Ice Technicians looking to gain knowledge for ice making at their local facility.
Curling Canada and its Member Associations are committed to creating educational programs for individuals serving its member curling center's in the role of Ice Technician. Whether assisting with the daily maintenance or installing ice for major competitions in arenas – Curling Canada has a training program for each of the roles these important individuals play in the sport of curling. We want all participants to have the very best environment and playing conditions wherever they choose to play.
Curling Canada has two streams for its Ice Technician Training Program – Curling Centre and Competition. The Curling Centre Stream has two contexts – Assistant Curling Ice Technician and Curling Ice Technician, while the Competitions Context has one program, the Competition Ice Technician Program.
The new program will be comprised of the following courses: Assistant Curling Ice Technician Curling Ice Technician Competition Ice Technician Chief / Deputy Ice Technician
Who - Bill Butts NS's Head Ice Technician What to bring - On-ice gear and warm clothing & an iPad, tablet or laptop (course materials are now found online) Where - Curl Bridgewater When - October 25th, 2026 - 9am - 5pm Why - to expand your knowledge on ice prep and more
WITHDRAWALS & REFUND POLICY: If Curling Alberta Cancels or Reschedules: In the event NS Curling cancels or reschedules a course for any reason, registered participants may choose to receive a full refund or apply their registration fee toward a future course.
If a Participant Cancels: 7 Days or More Prior to the Course Date: A refund will be issued and may be subject to an administrative fee of up to 20% of the total registration fee, at NS Curling's discretion. Less Than 7 Days Prior to the Course Date: No refund will be provided unless otherwise approved by NS Curling
***If you are not part of a NS Curling member club you will be contacted to pay an additional $125 fee.