The Morris Curling Club, a fixture in town since 1898, could close its doors within two years after suffering a financial loss last year. Councillors heard the sobering update at a June 11, 2026, meeting of the Town of Morris Council Committee as a Whole.
Fixed costs like wages, utilities and ice-making are the biggest drag on the budget. Club representatives told council they have only about two years of capital left if the current pace continues.
Still, there is a glimmer of hope. A new 10-year agreement with Asham Curling Supplies takes effect July 1, 2026, and will rebrand the club’s training centre as the ASHAM International Curling Development Centre. The deal brings new summer training sessions and promotional support. The club is also adding two CurlManitoba events this year to boost revenue, on top of its signature DEKALB SuperSpiel tournament.
The curling club operates six sheets of artificial ice inside the Morris MultiPlex, a 75,000-square-foot complex that also houses the arena, wellness centre and convention centre. Its annual general meeting was set for June 19, where members were expected to discuss the financial picture and possible next steps.
