This policy supersedes and renders obsolete all previous policies regarding training.
For courses already begun on or before March 1, 2026, the teacher can choose either the old or new policy.
May be renewed annually by resolution of the MBL board.
This grant does not apply to current ACBL members or inactive members.
Courses must be open to all new players.
Given its mission and vision, the MBL promotes training activities that encourage membership in the ACBL.
Mission
The Montreal Bridge League’s mandat is to promote bridge;
By working closely with all stakeholders : players, volunteers, affiliated clubs, instructors, directors, the ACBL, etc.;
While encouraging ACBL membership;
The enjoyment of the game, competition, and the players themselves are key elements in fulfilling its mission.
Vision
The MBL’s vision is to combine the competitive aspects with the social appeal of the game;
The MBL organizes tournaments and other activities to create opportunities for all players to compete while having fun and being entertained;
The MBL supports the development of bridge and the implementation of various initiatives promoting membership in the ACBL.
Participants must register with the ACBL.
The list of participants must be pre-approuved by the MBL before the start of the training and the ACBL membership numbers must be sent no later than 1 month after the end of the course.
The course syllabus must be posted on the MBL website before the begining of the course.
Subject to the student’s completion of the course and the professor’s approval, the MBL will subsidize:
The initial 39$ USD ACBL membership for the student’s first full year;
The equivalent of 50$ in entrance fees to an ACBL club of the student’s choice;
Four entrance tickets for student to an ACBL tournament organized by the MBL.
