The article explores how Calgary's private clubs, traditionally known for exclusivity, are actively working to become more inclusive. Clubs like The Ranchmen's and the Calgary Petroleum Club are welcoming women and racial minorities, reflecting the changing demographics of the city. While challenges remain, these clubs are striving to evolve and ensure their relevance in a diverse community.
, you are transported into a piece of Alberta’s history. Established in 1891, three years before Calgary officially became a city, club members first gathered at the Lougheed Block and Mariaggi’s Restaurant. The club settled in its current Beltline location in 1912.
“Because it’s a private club, there are a lot of multi-generational members,” says Parker in discussing the comparative lack of racial diversity. But, she adds, current members are focused on growing the club by inviting their own diverse networks, which keeps the membership and club programs evolving. “The club sticks to its mission and its vision of being a place for the leaders in our community, whoever they are, whatever they look like,” Parker says.
Generally, this exclusivity is upheld by the fact that people must be referred by current members to join. Membership fees also limit access — joining the Petroleum Club costs the average person an entrance fee of $3,300 and a monthly fee of $183 . Fees are cheapest for family of existing members. Cornish and other Black Chambers’ co-founders credit the Petroleum Club’s general manager, Toni-Marie Ion-Brown, and function co-ordinator, Carole Fjellstad, for playing key roles in fostering these relationships and helping the club become more inclusive.
“Chinatown is full of clubs like these — little fraternity, private clubs that have been around for 150 years; many in response to being left out ,” she says.
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