In July 2026, the Calgary Motorcycle Club (CMC) will mark an extraordinary milestone: one hundred years of continuous motorcycling history, community, and camaraderie. Founded in 1926, the CMC stands proudly as one of the oldest motorcycle clubs in North America. For a full century, the Club has brought together riders of all backgrounds, united by a shared passion for motorcycles and the freedom, challenge, and fellowship they represent.
From its earliest days, the Calgary Motorcycle Club was built around competition, innovation, and adventure. The Club was actively involved in a wide range of competitive disciplines, including hill-climbing, trials, hare scrambles, flat track and grass track racing, cross-country events, motocross, road racing, ice racing, and even crowd-pleasing trick riding. One of the Club’s most significant contributions to Canadian motorcycling was its long stewardship of the Blackfoot Motorcycle Park in southeast Calgary. Established more than 50 years ago, Blackfoot became a legendary venue for racers, officials, and fans alike. Under CMC management, the facility hosted numerous championship and international events and served as a proving ground for riders who would go on to achieve national and international success.
For generations of competitors, Blackfoot was more than a racetrack—it was a place where lifelong friendships were formed and the next chapter of Canadian motorcycle racing was written. Throughout its history, the Calgary Motorcycle Club has been home to many iconic figures within the local motorcycling community. Names such as Walt Healy and Bob Kane Sr. are woven into the Club’s story, representing not only competitive excellence but also leadership, mentorship, and dedication to the sport. These individuals, along with countless other volunteers and members, helped shape the Club’s culture and ensured its survival through periods of growth, change, and challenge.
The Club’s physical home has also evolved over time. For many years, the CMC operated a clubhouse and competition facility on Calgary’s west side, on the Paskapoo slopes. This site served as a hub for meetings, social gatherings, and racing activities until a fire in the 1960s brought that chapter to a close. Following the loss, the Club relocated to Chestermere Lake, where a new clubhouse became its home base for several decades. That lakeside facility fostered strong bonds among members and hosted countless meetings, celebrations, and planning sessions that kept the Club moving forward.
In more recent decades, the Calgary Motorcycle Club’s focus has naturally shifted to reflect changes in the broader motorcycling landscape. Today, the Club emphasizes road riding, touring, and social connection. Members enjoy weekend motorcycle campouts, day rides throughout the Calgary region, occasional dual-sport adventures, and a full calendar of social activities.
Despite these changes, one principle has remained constant since the Club’s founding: a commitment to motorcycle safety, responsibility, and positive advocacy. The CMC has always worked to promote the safe enjoyment of motorcycles while fostering respect - for fellow riders, for the public, and for the sport itself. This dedication to responsible riding and camaraderie is a defining thread that connects today’s members with those who rode nearly a century ago. To commemorate this historic centennial anniversary, a dedicated committee of volunteer members is working diligently to preserve and celebrate the Club’s remarkable legacy. Their goal is to assemble an extensive archive of memorabilia, photographs, trophies, documents, and personal stories that reflect the depth and diversity of the CMC’s history. This collection will help ensure that the memories, achievements, and people who built the Club are not lost to time, but instead shared with future generations of riders.
Have you - or a member of your family - been involved with the Calgary Motorcycle Club at any point over the past 100 years that you would be willing to share? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Kevin by email at kcholows@yahoo.ca or by phone at 403-585-3055. With your help, the Calgary Motorcycle Club’s centennial celebration will honour not just a club, but a century of riders, memories, and shared passion for motorcycling.