Curl Manitoba had a plan to run its men's and women's provincial championships from February 2-7 at the Selkirk Recreational Complex.
However, that is no longer the case. Both events have been cancelled. As a result, Manitoba gave the option to last year's provincial winners to advance to this year's nationals in Calgary.
Team Gunnlaugson has accepted their berth on the men's side while Team Jones accepted their team's spot on the women's side. Team Samagalski/Karwacki will represent Manitoba at the mixed doubles event.
Curl Manitoba listed a few reasons as to why they cancelled the events.
• In order to discourage travel between communities which would be required for regional qualifying;
• In order to limit volunteer preparations for the championships to the time and effort already expended;
• In order to ensure the health of athletes, volunteers, and spectators by not encouraging them to assemble in an uncontrollable situation at a championship venue.
