As it has over the centuries, curling continues to evolve. While most rules changes are minor, they do affect the game and can influence play.

Recently, Curling Canada released a summary of changes from their 2018-2022 Rule Book, with the new rules taking effect in the 2022-26 Rule Book.

Some of the changes are simple clarifications—eg. the definition of a “House”—while some update actual rules of play. The sections affected are: Rules of Curling for General Play; Rules of Curling for Officiated Play; and Supplemental Rules – Mixed Doubles.

To read the full list of the changes, please click on the Summary of Changes from the 2018-2022 Rule Book.