About

Hunter's Bowling

Hunters Bowling, founded by Ken and Bill Hunter in 1951, has made consistent dedication to growth and innovation. In 1982, they made a significant investment by introducing automatic scoring systems across 80 lanes, greatly improving the bowler’s experience. Fast forward to 2023, and Eastview and Fairhaven Bowl are set to receive exciting new upgrades, demonstrating Hunters Bowling’s unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier bowling entertainment for the community, building upon its enduring legacy.

Our Story

Grand Opening

Ken & Bill Hunter open a 16-Lane Bowling Centre. Eight lanes on the main floor and eight lanes upstairs. Leased from Queen’s Hotel.

Read MoreJune 9th, 1951

Kens Retirement from Hockey

Ken Hunter closed out his hockey playing days for the Quakers with a terrific season, scoring 61 points in 70 games.

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Read MoreJune 9th, 1951

Expansion

Bill Hunter purchased the building next door where they added another eight lanes.

1958

KG Bowl National Events

KG Bowl opened 24 bowling lanes under the KG Parkade. KG Bowl hosted every National Event including the KG Canadian Open, a cash tournament which drew entries from across Canada. By 1985 the total payout was $140,000.

1962

Grosvenor Park Lanes

Bowl Arena Ltd purchased the equipment and took over the lease at Grosvenor Park Lanes (16 Lanes) until 1981.

1965

North Battleford Bowl Arena

North Battleford Bowl Arena Sept, Rick & Aline to 1986.

1975

Fairhaven Bowl Opening

Fairhaven Bowl. Building & Equipment - 24 Lanes. 16 5-pin lanes + 8 10-pin lanes.

1976

Eastview Bowl Opening

Eastview Bowl. Building & Equipment - 24 Lanes. 16 5-pin lanes + 8 10-pin lanes.

1980

Grosvenor Park Closure

Grosvenor Park Bowl Arena closes. Bowlers accommodated at Eastview Bowl and Fairhaven Bowl.

1981

Automatic Scoring

Bowling needed automatic scoring. 80 lanes of 5 and 10-pin at KG Bowl, Eastview Bowl and Fairhaven Bowl were upgraded. Invested $500,000 into Paule Systems for research and development and provided input and feedback on appearance of screens.

Read More1982

Red's Bar and Grill

Red’s Bar & Grill opens it’s doors…

2015

Fairhaven & Eastview updated the scoring systems

Fairhaven & Eastview Bowl get new interactive computer scoring and food ordering system installed.

2023