James Gardens Tennis Club announces its closure
James Gardens Executive announces that the club will close down at the end of the year.
August 2018
August 2018
Members react by taking action
Long-time members challenge the decision but to no avail.
September 2018
Membership confers with the city to see what can be done
The small group of dedicated members pushes forth with the city to understand limitations and determine next steps. City outlines the sole requirement of 120 adult members for the formation of a new club.
September 2018
New executive forms
A new club executive is formed with the mandate of creating a new club at the same location.
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October 2018
Edenbridge Tennis Club is founded
The new executive incorporates Edenbridge Tennis Club with the values of Community, Growth and Transparency.
October 2018
Edenbridge website is launched
Edenbridge Tennis Club site is launched to promote the club and secure interest from a minimum of 120 members for the 2019 season.
November 2018
Social media strategy launched
The new club is promoted through various social media channels.
February 2019
Evidence of interest criteria fulfilled
ETC demonstrates that it has 120 members.
February 2019
Edenbridge TC submits 2019 permit application.
All documentation and requirements for a City of Toronto permit for the next season are submitted.
March 2019
Permit approved!
Edenbridge Tennis Club formally receives approval to proceed with the new club. Let the 2019 preparations begin :).