Join Oakville Lynx Pickleball Club
There are 3 separate NON-REFUNDABLE membership fees - OLPC, Pickleball Canada, Pickleball Ontario:
- OLPC fee is $20.00 (January 1 – December 31). Receive a $10.00 club credit when you join OLPC between July 1 and September 30. Receive a $20.00 club credit when you join OLPC between October 1 and December 31. Please contact us about our membership application.
- Pickleball Canada fee is $10 a year. The year runs from January 1st to December 31st. If you join Pickleball Canada on September 1st or later in the year your membership will extend to December 31st of the following year.
- Pickleball Ontario fee is $10 a year.
Why We Became a Non-Profit Organization (NPO)
- Community-Focused Growth: Becoming an NPO reflects our commitment to growing pickleball in a way that prioritizes accessibility, inclusion, and community development.
- Transparency & Accountability: As an NPO, we operate under stricter governance standards, ensuring that all funds are used to support the mission of the club.
- Eligibility for Grants and Sponsorships: Non-profit status enables us to apply for public and private grants, as well as build more meaningful partnerships with sponsors.
- Volunteer Engagement: Many community volunteers and professionals are more likely to contribute time and resources to an organization with non-profit status.
- Long-Term Sustainability: The NPO structure provides a legal foundation for responsible financial management and operational continuity.
Why We Joined Pickleball Ontario and Pickleball Canada
- Official Recognition: Affiliation connects us to the official provincial and national governing bodies of the sport, giving our club formal recognition and credibility.
- Access to Resources: Members benefit from coaching certifications, officiating programs, skill development clinics, and sanctioned events.
- Insurance Coverage: Being part of PO and PC provides our members and volunteers with sport liability insurance during club activities.
- National and Provincial Support: Your membership supports the growth of pickleball across Canada and within your province.
- Long-Term Sustainability: The NPO structure provides a legal foundation for responsible financial management and operational continuity.
Benefits We Offer to Our Members
- Organized Play: Access to weekly games, training sessions, and ladder or round-robin events tailored to all levels.
- Skill Development: Opportunities for coaching, clinics, and practice drills to help players improve their game.
- Community Connection: Be part of a vibrant, supportive community of pickleball enthusiasts who share your passion.
- Club Events & Socials: Invitations to fun member-exclusive mixers, tournaments, and seasonal celebrations.
