Parking difficulties probably contributed to a drop in membership as former members opted for clubs closer to their suburban homes. Drummie also points to a dwindling volunteer base as a cause for concern. The real killer, however, was the incredible increase in the Montreal business tax which became an insurmountable burden on the club. Most of the furniture ended up in members homes. The trophies, president s board, seal and pictures were either distributed to other clubs or have been preserved in the archives of the McCord Museum.
Some items are still in storage.
Two proposals are on the table. One would see a reimbursement of membership fees going back to 1994. This is not only logistically difficult but the legalities of such a move are unclear. Some would view this as the more greedy option. The more agreeable solution would be to use the money as a funding source for philanthropic projects involving provincial curling.