ORC Mourns the Loss of Cliff Brimmell

He will be missed.

On May 15th, 2024, the Ottawa Rowing Club lost one of its most enamoured members and coaches, Cliff Brimmell. Anyone who had the fortune to meet Cliff knew how passionate he was about rowing. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, inspiration, and excellence. Through his many years of coaching, Cliff shaped the lives of generations of young rowers, instilling in them not only the skills and discipline required for rowing but also the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. His passion for the sport and his unwavering commitment to his athletes have left an indelible mark on the rowing community and is deeply ingrained in the fabric of our club. 

Cliff leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. He was predeceased by: his parents, George Brimmell and Jean Bingham-Brimmell. He is survived by his children, Jesse (Talia) and Blair (Andrew MacInnis); his grandchildren, Madeleine, Thea, Adrian, Diana and Clifford; and his former life partner, Denise Losier. He is also survived by extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Geneva Hall - Knox Presbyterian Church (120 Lisgar St, Ottawa, ON K2P2L7). A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at 2:30 PM at the Knox Presbyterian Church (120 Lisgar St, Ottawa, ON K2P2L7).



In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to be made to the Athlete Fund of the Ottawa Rowing Club (https://app.amilia.com).

RCA Names Two Licensed Umpires from ORC

Congratulations to Pamela Peacock and Marika Kay for becoming two of RCA's newest licensed Umpires! The Ottawa Rowing Club is delighted to add Pam and Marika to the RCA Umpire list. They'll see you on the water soon!

If you are interested in learning more about umpiring or signing up for an introductory-level umpire clinic, click the button below!

https://rowingcanada.org/umpires/

Reminder: Complete your Safety Training

Attention all new and returning members and coaches! This is a reminder that safety training must be completed before your first on-water practice every year. The safety training covers topics like how to get back in after a capsize, cold water rules and equipment care. Follow the link below to get to our safety training webpage.

ORC Discord

New to ORC or haven't heard of Discord? Discord is an instant messaging social platform that has virtual communities, called "servers", which can be accessed through their webpage or app. ORC has its own discord server where all of our important and urgent information, like practice cancellations and updates, will be posted first. Follow the link below to join the ORC server. Once you've entered the server, you will need to select the ORC programs or activities you are associated with to get access to the "channels", or chat groups, affiliated with your program.

We Need Your Input: Communications Survey

ORC is looking to improve communication and marketing and we would like your input. This 5 minute survey touches on how you currently receive information and how you would like to receive information. Please fill out the survey below to help us help you!

RCA Learn to Row Coaching Workshop at ORC

Have you been considering coaching as a hobby? Thinking of working as a rowing instructor or camp leader this summer at ORC? The RCA Learn to Row Coach workshop is one-day clinic that will teach you the concepts needed to work with those new to rowing like lesson plans, appropriate drills, equipment setup, etc. If you plan on coaching, instructing or being a camp leader at ORC this season, we will cover the cost of the workshop.

Date: June 16th, 2024

Time: 9am to 5pm

Location: Ottawa Rowing Club

Please provide us with your expression of interest in the RCA Learn to Row Coach workshop by May 15th by filling out the form linked below.

Join the Team!

Check out all the volunteer opportunities at ORC! Have skills you think the ORC could benefit from but don't see something on the list that suits them? Send an email to ORC Manager Kim at rowing@ottawarowingclub.com, and we will help you find something that is right for you.

Immediate help is needed!

ORC is in need of volunteers for the ABB Beautification Crew. If you have some landscaping or gardening knowledge and a passion for beautifying the green space and platform for events and weddings, get in touch.

Available positions:

-Adult Rowing League Coach

-Adult Rowing League Planning Assistant

-Assistant Program Coach

-Safety Boat Driver

-Lead Fundraiser & more!

Important Dates!

Be sure to stay up to date with all the events taking place!

2024 Events and Deadlines

June 16th: RCA Learn to Row Coach workshop (ORC)

July 23rd: Henley Send Off

2024 Regattas

May 26th: Défi du Canal de Lachine (Lachine, QC)

May 31st to June 2nd: CSSRAs (St. Catharines)

June 15th: Row Ontario Masters (Welland)

July 12th to 14th: ERAs (Montreal, QC)

July 20th to 21st: Row Ontario Championships (Welland)

July 28th: Canadian Henley Masters (St. Catharines)

July 30th to August 4th: Canadian Henley (St. Catharines)

September 29th: Head of the Rideau (Ottawa)

October 5th to 6th: Head of the Trent (Peterborough)

October 18th to 20th: Head of the Charles (Cambridge, MA, USA)

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