From coordinated team jerseys to collectible pins, the 2026 MCABC Bonspiel was one for the books. With Olympic curling unfolding at the same time, the timing couldn’t have been better, our own version of high-stakes curling played out with pride, personality, and just the right amount of chirping.
Before we get into the highlights, we want to share a big thank you to our sponsor. Events like this don’t happen without strong industry support, and we’re incredibly grateful to Concept Mechanical for investing in this experience, our community, and the spirit of (mostly friendly) competition.
From the moment teams stepped into the Curling Club, the energy was electric. Collectors’ pins were proudly worn before the first rock was thrown, teams eager and ready to curl the second they arrived. Day one delivered big shots, strong matchups, and a collection of legendary trips, slips and falls that quickly became Bonspiel lore.
A hearty taco dinner capped off the night, fuelling both recovery and very serious debate around unofficial honours like best bail, most unique form, and most spirited player.
Day two started bright and early with everyone climbing the ladder with determination. A surprise visit from Mac the bulldog lifted the spirits even higher. Mac may not have curled but he absolutely won the popularity vote.
As the competition went on, there were a growing number of spectating teams gathered to watch the finals, cheer each other on, and share a few laughs. The on-ice action wrapped with a closest-to-the-button challenge that proved far tougher than it looked. Akhakh Singh (Sheet Disturbers/Noble British Columbia) landed right on the button for the winning shot, with Lane Goertzen (Hy-Line Huckers/Hyline Sales) finishing impressively close at just under two feet.
By weekend’s end, the standings were set:
🥇 Major Rocks (Major Welding) — First Place
🥈 The Tragically Skipped (Allan Forrest Sales and PR Mechanical)— Second Place
The celebration continued at Brixx with dinner, awards, and the raising of the coveted Contractors Cup — plus some good-natured boos for the reigning champs (as tradition demands).
BEST OF CHALLENGES – BY POPULAR VOTE
Best Bail: Todd Barth (Slippery When Wet/Chapman Mechanical)
Deepest Lunge: Tyson Edwards (RMS/Radian Mechanical Systems)
Most Spirited: Shane Edwards (Hy-Line Huckers/Hy-line Sales)
Most Unique: Dino Minardi (Curl Jam/Robinson Supply)
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Thanks again to everyone who curled, cheered, sponsored, and made this weekend unforgettable.
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🏅 SAVE THE DATE — 2027 MCABC Bonspiel: Contractor’s Cup February 19th – 21st, 2027
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The Mechanical Contractors Association of B.C. (MCABC) is the dedicated representative of the mechanical contracting industry in British Columbia – the industry with the largest share of skilled trades workers in the construction sector. As the connection to industry excellence for our diverse membership, we deliver education and professional development programs that enable high standards of practice and business success. Through advocacy and strong industry partnerships, we influence policy and regulatory development at all levels of government, advancing the interests of our industry and improving its ability to meet B.C.’s growing infrastructure demand.
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