The Almonte Open is back for a third time! This Eastern Ontario Grand Prix event takes place at the Gatehouse of the Historic Mill of Kintail, just minutes outside of Almonte, Ontario. Enjoy a weekend of chess in an idyllic setting within a conservation area. Between rounds visit the R Tait Mackenzie museum, or enjoy the spectacular fall foilage while hiking the several nature trails.

Event Date: October 13 – 14 2018.

Place: The Mill of Kintail Gatehouse, 2854 Concession 8, Almonte, Ontario, K0A 1A0

Type: Regular Swiss Open, U1900, U1600, pairings in single section with class prizes

Rounds: 5 rounds — Saturday @ 9am, 2pm and 7pm; Sunday@ 9am and 2pm.
Time Control: Game/90 minutes plus 30 seconds/move increments.

Prizes: $500 minimum prize fund guaranteed. Sections and prizes are based on entries and may change.

Entry Fee: $50 if pre-registered, $60 at site. Amateur entry is $30. Amateur entrants are not eligible for cash prizes. Free entry for GMs/WGMs & IMs/WIMs.

CFC or FQE membership is required. A limited number of clocks and sets will be provided, so please bring your own equipment.

Requesting byes: A maximum of two ½ point byes can be given in the first three rounds.

Organizer: Garland Best Tournament Director: Garland Best

Registration options:
1. Cheque by October 5, 2018, payable to: Garland Best, PO Box 1245, Almonte, On, K0A 1A0
2. Register in person at the RA Chess Club, October 4 or October 11, 7:00-7:30 PM
3. Register on-site between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM