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Croquet Canada is the national association which guides the development of the sport within Canada. We are also the conduit through which players can connect to the competitive and social aspects of croquet in other countries around the world.

If you're new to the sport, the best way to start is by visiting one of the many croquet clubs in Canada. Once you've had a chance to try the game, joining Croquet Canada will help you become part of the Canadian and international croquet world. Read here how everyone benefits from your membership.

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April 17, 2020.

Dear Members of Croquet Canada,

The impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus is affecting all aspects of our lives, and this includes our
beloved sport of Croquet.

All clubs are shut down under emergency declarations by municipal and provincial authorities.
This applies to private as well as public facilities.

This raises a number of questions that we at Croquet Canada, and the executives at clubs
across the country are attempting to answer. We are looking for direction from various levels of
government centered around possible easing of restrictions and beginning of play.

What has become clear in recent days is that this pandemic and its impact on Canada, will be
felt for weeks if not months to come. It is increasingly unlikely that facilities will open soon. They
may be closed for the entire season. We urge you to contact your local clubs for advice on
regional conditions and possible opening dates for this season.

The Board of Croquet Canada, after consultation with various organizations and health
authorities, and in consideration of the pandemic and its progress, has decided that Croquet
Canada will not be sanctioning any tournaments for the 2020 season. Local clubs may be able
to mount tournaments later in the season if facilities are opened, but their tournaments will of
necessity be local or regional since long distance travel will likely be among the last of the
restrictions to be relaxed.

In consideration of the financial distress the pandemic has caused many of our members,
Croquet Canada will be waiving membership and club fees for the season. Clubs should ensure
that Croquet Canada has up-to-date membership lists including new members, so that when
play does resume, all players receive membership benefits including insurance coverage.

Across the country, clubs are struggling to pay the ongoing cost of lawn and facility
maintenance, even during this period when play is suspended. We urge members who are able,
to continue providing their local clubs with financial support through their membership dues or
donations.

We wish all members good health and we look forward to the opening of croquet clubs across
the country when it is safe to do so.

Jim Wright
President, Croquet Canada
Croquet.ca

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