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Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section Notice of Meeting – Sat Nov 21 @ 5:30 pm

TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF: The Alpine Club of Canada, Toronto SectionTake notice that the Annual General Meeting of members of the Alpine Club of Canada, Toronto Section will be held on Saturday November 21st, 2026 at The Granite Brewery & Tied House between 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm with the agenda provided below. AGENDA: 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm: Member Business Only members in good standing will be permitted to vote at during Member Business. Please ensure that your membership is up to date one week prior if you wish to vote at the meeting. Hors d’oeuvres compliments of ACC […]
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ACC Toronto Section Volunteers Reminder

For any members still interested in serving on our sections’ board of directors, a reminder to complete your application by Friday October 30th. If you are interested in volunteering but not necessarily at the board level, or have any questions, you are welcome to reach out to our nominations committee at nominations@alpineclubtoronto.ca.
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In Memoriam: Jeremy Fortier (1979-2026)

The Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section was deeply saddened to learn that Jeremy Fortier passed away on October 2nd following a climbing accident on September 27th. Jeremy was an active and valued member of the ACC Toronto Section, attending events such as the AGM, Ice Fest, and Section Camp. He had a passion for the outdoors and a friendly, uplifting presence.  Beyond the ACC, Jeremy was deeply engaged in the climbing community, particularly in access initiatives. He volunteered with the Ontario Alliance of Climbers for many years, beginning in 2018 when he served as Board Secretary. He subsequently joined […]
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AGM 2026 Guest Speaker: Ian Welsted – Nov 21 @ 7:30 pm

We’re excited to announce that Ian Welsted will be our guest speaker for our AGM on November 21st at The Granite Brewery and Tied House. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly; additional details below. This event is free for all members and non members. Bio: Ian is an ACMG alpine guide, past Banff Book Festival jury member and Piolet D’Or recipient, and one of the most active alpine climbers in the Canadian Rockies. He has a love of the ACC after meeting his life partner at Artists’ Week 7 years ago, and enjoys the GMC every summer. As much […]
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Gear Swap: Buy or Sell Gently Used Outdoor Gear

The MEC + ACC bi-annual Gear Swap is back! This is a great opportunity to give pre-loved outdoor gear a new life, which is a win for you, fellow adventurers, and the planet. Date: Saturday, October 24thTime: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: MEC Toronto (300 Queen St W) ACC will have two tables at the event: WANT TO SELL YOUR GEAR? Option 1: ACC Table (FREE, limited space) Option 2: Your Own MEC Table ($20 + fees)
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News: Ontario Rock and Ice Climbing Guidebooks now available!

We’ve recently added a guidebook section for Ontario climbing sites on our section’s website. The page provides links to guidebooks to rock and ice climbing sites in Southern Ontario and Central Ontario that have not been published elsewhere. Many thanks to the various authors and contributors to the guidebooks! The guidebooks vary in in size and scope. They include obscure ice climbing sites in Southern Ontario (and some better known ones), classic climbing destinations like Bon Echo, remote areas like Abitibi-Temiskaming, interesting alternatives such as Algoma Deep Water Soloing and guides to the big rock cliffs and ice routes of […]
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Pub Nite: ACC Trivia Night with prizes! – Oct 6

When: Tuesday Oct 6thArrival: 7:00 PMTrivia starts: 8:00 PM Where: C’est What – 67 Front St E Brush up on your ACC lore and mountain history, bring your brain (or your brainiest friends), and come test your knowledge! We’ll cover a mix of ACC, Toronto, climbing, mountaineering, and all things related to the Club and what we stand for. 
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Climbing: El Potrero Chico – Nov 1-11

When: November 1, 2026 – November 11, 2026 Where: El Potrero Chico, Mexico Trip Leader: Terrence Liu (Terrence.KL.Liu@gmail.com) Details: El Potrero Chico is located on the outskirts of Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, a quaint little town that has been welcoming the climbing community since the late 80s and early 90s. Participants will fly into the nearest airport at Monterrey, Mexico. We will arrange for ground transportation with a private driver from the airport to our accommodations in Hidalgo, which will be either a hostel or an airbnb home depending on the size of our group. The guided program days will consist […]
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ACC Toronto Section Volunteers Needed!

Once again, we are seeking volunteers to participate on our sections’ board of directors. We’re looking for people to fill some positions for the upcoming year or longer! If you’re interested in participating in section matters, we want you! We’re looking for the following: Board Member Positions: If you are interested in any of these positions or would like to know more, please contact our nominations committee at nominations@alpineclubtoronto.ca!
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Save The Date! ACC Toronto Section AGM – Nov 21

The Toronto Section Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Saturday November 21st beginning at 5:30 pm for member business. Once again, we will be hosting our AGM at The Granite Brewery & Tied House! We’re hoping you’ll join us for our annual club celebration! Please keep your eyes peeled for an RSVP in the next couple months to ensure that we plan accordingly for your attendance. Hoping to see you all there; more news to come!
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