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June 2, 2022News by Kevin Liu

Survey for Strategic Planning

The ACC Toronto Section is looking to re-focus the section’s direction with a strategic planning initiative. The Board is looking for feedback from the community to help guide us as we re-establish our goals. Please help us by completing this short survey before June 17, 2022. All responses are anonymous and confidential and will be used in our upcoming strategic planning session. Complete The Survey

May 31, 2022Bon Echo, News by Kevin Liu

News: Bon Echo Property Status

On May 21st, southern Ontario was hit with a weather system which caused damage to many areas. Last week, we went to the Bon Echo property to assess the damage. We’re glad to report that all of our structures were untouched! Unfortunately, we could not say the same for some of the trees in the surrounding areas. Many thanks go to our dedicated members that went to Bon Echo last weekend for cleaning up the property. Climbing continues at Bon Echo The Bon Echo Provincial Park is temporarily closed due to the damage they received from the storm. However, in […]

Bon Echo 101 Leaders Required – June 4/5th

If you have experience leading at Bon Echo then the 101 weekend needs you! We have new climbers keen to be shown the ropes on June 4th and 5th. And remember, volunteer LEADERS CLIMB FOR FREE on 101 weekends. If you can make it, please contact Rob LeBlanc at leblancrobertwade@gmail.com or see the Activities Calendar for more details.

May 16, 2022News by Kevin Liu

Participant(s) needed for Strategic Planning – June 22

Hi All, The Board is looking for assistance from a member who has had previous experience with Strategic Planning. The Board is looking to re-establish the directive and goals of our section. If you have experience in strategic planning and would like to contribute, we would appreciate your assistance. If interested, please contact Pia Thurlow.

May 16, 2022Clinic, News by Kevin Liu

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 […]

May 3, 2022Bon Echo, News, Outdoor Activity by Mark Hurst

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 […]

April 25, 2022News by Kevin Liu

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.

April 11, 2022News by Kevin Liu

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: […]

March 17, 2022News, Social by Kevin Liu

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 […]

March 7, 2022News, Social by Kevin Liu

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 […]

Survey for Strategic Planning

News: Bon Echo Property Status

Bon Echo 101 Leaders Required – June 4/5th

Participant(s) needed for Strategic Planning – June 22

Volunteers Needed for Clinics!

Bon Echo Opening

Climbing: PSA @ Devil’s Glen

Spring Season and More!

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