About

The Aim of the Master Bowlers’ Association of Ontario (MBAO) is to gather the finest 5 pin Bowlers in Canada. To set standards of sportsmanship, ethics and conduct that will bring prestige to the sport of 5 pin bowling.

The Master Bowlers’ Association of Ontario (MBAO) is a non-profit organization which
was formed in 1964 for the following reasons:
1. To provide top flight competition for the province’s best 5 pin bowlers.
2. To work towards the improvement of the image of 5 pin bowling by our conduct
on and off the lanes.
3. To work for the future of the 5 pin game in various other ways, including the
instruction and coaching of all bowlers with special emphasis on the Youth Bowl
Canada (YBC).

The Master Bowlers’ Association of Ontario (MBAO) became Incorporated on February
21, 1980.
Our objectives are as follows:
1. To create and conduct uniform instruction and coaching programs for all 5 pin
bowlers across Ontario.
2. To provide a competitive tournament program for its membership.
3. To set high standards of sportsmanship, ethics and conduct for its membership.
4. To participate in a National Championship as conducted by the Master Bowlers’
Association of Canada (MBAC).
5. To support the aims and objectives of all bowling associations working in the best
interest of 5 pin bowling.
6. The Corporation has the power to accept donations, gifts, legacies and bequests.