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Volunteers Needed for Clinics!

Hello members!! It’s that time of year again, the weather is warming up and we are all heading back outdoors. As part of the Leadership and Training Committee’s initiatives, we put together a bunch of clinics so that we may all learn from each other. In order to do that we need your help. We are seeking experienced individuals to run some of the clinics (and will provide assistance if needed). Here are some of the clinics we aim to run. – Crevasse Rescue Clinic– Rappelling– Trad Anchors– Gym to Crag Please reach out if you have any questions or have ideas […]
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Bon Echo Opening

Great news! We’ll be docking in at Bon Echo on May 14th in a return to normal operations (more or less). You can find booking instructions and more information on the Bon Echo page. Covid-19 As per Ontario guidelines, masks are for now still recommended in the hut whilst not eating or drinking, and in the sauna. However since public gathering restrictions have been lifted we’re no longer limiting participant numbers due to the pandemic. New Pricing The daily rate for Bon Echo has been reduced since last season, and a new youth rate introduced. Remember, nowhere else do you […]
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Climbing: PSA @ Devil’s Glen

The Ontario Alliance of Climbers has been monitoring escalating mischief at Devil’s Glen Provincial Park and the adjacent lands of the Ministry of Natural Resources. This mischief appears to be directed at climbers. For details, please see the OAC’s Community Safety Alert dated April 13, 2022. Please be safe out there.
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Spring Season and More!

Hi everybody! We have some great spring activities coming your way! Check out these local activities, and also some less local ones (in the summer). Be sure to start dialogue with the trip leaders sooner than later – especially for the bigger trips! Pub Nite Series: ‘Pandemic Alternatives’ – Thurs Apr 21 @ 7:30 pmEarth Day Clean Up: Devil’s Punchbowl – Sat Apr 23 @ 8 amShowing You the Ropes – Sat Apr 23 @ 11:30 amEarth Day Clean Up: Dundas Peak – Sun Apr 24 @ 8 amPub Nite Series: ‘Mt Everest’ – Thurs May 26 @ 7:30 pmTrip: […]
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HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND: BCMFF @ Hot Docs! Mar 18-20

We have the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival live this weekend at Hot Docs Theater! Don’t delay and buy your tickets now or buy your tickets at the door for all four shows! Tickets are $25, and sales are handled through the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema. Proceeds go to support the activities of the Alpine Club of Canada, Toronto Section. Also, we’re running a giveaway on our social media platforms where participants have two chances to win (once on our Facebook, once on our Instagram) a $50 MEC e-gift card! Enter the giveaway and help promote the festival! A […]
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The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will be LIVE in Toronto!

Great news! The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will be live once again from the Hot Docs Cinema on the weekend of March 18th to 20th, 2022, hosted by the Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section! There is a great lineup of feature films so be sure to purchase your tickets! We will be showing select films from this year’s Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival and World Tour. There will be something for every adventurer over three days of programming. Tickets are $25 and purchased through Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema directly via the festival website. Proceeds go […]
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An Update on COVID Policies

Happy March everyone! As Ontario continues to open and modify their vaccine mandates, ACC Toronto Section will continue to follow all government guidelines with respect to the timing and change in policies. We will continue to host activities following the provincial guidelines and are optimistic for the coming seasons. For March, we’re excited to host mICEnaw at Bon Echo. Be sure to contact the trip leader if you are interested in participating!
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An Update on Club Policies

The Alpine Club of Canada Toronto Section has updated their Harassment Policy. The policy can be found under Diversity on our website. Also, we are currently seeking out members to join our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee.  If you are interested, please email diversity@alpineclubtoronto.ca.
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Activities for February

Happy February everybody! Despite the year starting off a bit rocky, we’re pushing forward with a bunch of events for the month of February. Some of our earlier events had been postponed and are rescheduled for this month. Please check out our calendar for everything we have planned!
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Showing you the (Frozen) Ropes – Winter Trip Leader Orientation and Training Day

WHEN: Saturday December 11, 2021, 11:30 am – 4 pmWHERE: Imperial Pub, Back Room – 54 Dundas Street East, Toronto OR by ZoomTOPIC: We’ll give you all the info and tools you need to become a trip leader for the Toronto Section’s Snow sports and Ice Climbing Events (and we’ll buy you lunch!!) If you want to become a trip leader, or if you already have led trips for us but want a refresher on our latest policies and procedures, join us for this free training session! To register, contact Bryan Thompson.
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