President's Message

Hello Chester Curling Club Members,

On May 29, your Chester Curling Club held its Annual General Meeting, where a new Board of Directors was elected for the 2025–2026 season.

Scott Milner, Director, President 

Jeff Lamb, Director, Treasurer 

Carla Rafuse-Stevens, Director, Secretary,

Hannah Zinck, Director 

Laura Bowles, Director, Recording Secretary

Dan Sutherland, Director, Events Chair

First, I want to sincerely thank Andrew Milburn for stepping up two years ago to serve as Club President. Andrew completed his term at the end of last season, leaving a lasting impact on our club. Among other things, he led us through the trial of a new league structure, helped navigate the uncertainties surrounding the roof, and oversaw important furnace repairs and ice-making improvements. Thank you, Andrew, for your dedicated service to CCC members.

I’d also like to express gratitude to Holly Keillor for her detailed and efficient work keeping minutes and meeting notes for the Board.

Finally, a big thank you to Randy Cocks for his four years as Ice Technician. Randy invested countless hours to ensure our ice conditions were top-notch for members, guests, and bonspiels. Randy has retired from this position to spend more time with his family and grandchildren, and we wish him all the best!

Looking ahead, your Board has several initiatives on the horizon: reviewing the new league and fee structure, supporting our Junior program, increasing member volunteer engagement and incentives, and updating key operational policies such as banner acquisition, ice booking procedures, and facility access responsibilities.

My primary reason for reaching out now, well before the 2025–2026 season, is to inform you that our top priority is securing a part-time, paid Ice Technician. We have already met several times to strategize and have reached out to curling contacts across Nova Scotia, recreation leaders, the Nova Scotia Curling Association, and other clubs.

Our next step is to post the Ice Technician job opening widely. I ask for your help in spreading the word. Please review the attached position description and share it with anyone you think might be interested. The broader the reach, the better.

If you yourself might be interested, please reach out with any questions. We recognize that ice technician skills are specialized and trained individuals are rare. We are willing to provide initial training and have mentoring support lined up through other clubs for the successful candidate.

Additionally, a team of about 10 member volunteers will continue to assist with ice-making duties. If you have any questions or ideas to help us secure an Ice Technician, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Our goal remains to create a welcoming, fun, and inclusive environment for curlers of all ages and skill levels. I will keep you updated as the season approaches and appreciate any support you can provide in this search for a new Ice Technician.

Join the game, find your circle!

Scott Milner President, BOD Chester Curling Club