The Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy 2013 contest weekend ran Thursday, March 28 through Sunday, March 31 (the Easter long weekend) in Toronto, Ontario. The Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 was Steamworks, the official bathhouse of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy. The Major Sponsor was Priape.

Two contestants competed in each category for the Sir and boy titles. When the scores were tallied, Master R from Toronto, Ontario, won the title of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR 2013, and boy Dominic from Toronto, Ontario won the title of Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2013. First runners-up were Sir John, from Gravenhurst, Ontario, and boy Gary, from Toronto. Master R and boy Dominic will advance to compete at the International LeatherSIR / Leatherboy 2013 contest weekend, Thursday, August 29 through Sunday, September 2 in Dallas, Texas. (See http://www.ilsb-icbb.com for more information.)

ECLSb 2013 weekend kicked off with sex and sweat at the Squeal leather party held Thursday night at Steamworks. This year organizers staged a new format for the official meet and greet with contestants, judges and event attendees; the Changing Of The Guard reception was held Friday afternoon at Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s) and featured a keynote speech by Sir Marc Paquet-Decker, from Toronto. Friday night was a casual, social bar night at Black Eagle Toronto. The ECLSb Contest took place Saturday afternoon at Club120, and was followed later that night by Spearhead’s annual Fantasy Ball, which was the official ECLSb Victory Party, held at the club Erotica. Saturday night survivors were up in time to join the new ECLSb titleholders at the Sunday Victory Brunch at the Churchmouse & Firkin. The weekend wrapped up with Rough House, the popular Sunday afternoon BDSM dungeon party held regularly by ECLSb organizers at Club120.

The Saturday contest also included the presentation of the 2013 ECLSb Community Builder Awards. Awards were presented to Todd Klinck and Mandy Goodhandy, founders of Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s), for their dedicated service in creating and providing a sex-positive social space serving the community, and to Sir Marc Paquet-Decker for his leadership in the community in the areas of education, mentoring, and preservation of family leather culture.

The panel of judges for the ECLSb 2013 contests included: Jack Duke, International LeatherSIR 2012, from Dallas, Texas, who served as head judge; boy Alex, Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2012, from Kingston, Ontario; and from Toronto, Ontario, Tony Palazzo, International LeatherSIR 2009, Sir Marc Paquet-Decker, and boy Farrell.

Each contest weekend, ECLSb depends on a roster of talented and dedicated volunteers. Returning as contest staff this year were five Toronto leather people: boy Alex Dunlop, Bootblack Toronto 2006, as Tally Master; Pup Kalen as Judge’s boy; Dan Madden as Den Daddy; Fenn, Mr International Rubber 2010, as Stage Manager; and, Gloria McIsaac, as Box Office Manager. Returning as contest emcee for the seventh year was Tom Stice, International slave 1995 and Southeast Mr Drummer 1998, of Chicago (IL).

The contest weekend marked the official step down by Thug Rocco, Eastern Canada LeatherSIR 2012 and boy alex, Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2012. Thug Rocco was unable to attend due to professional commitments but delivered a rousing and entertaining step down message by video.

LeatherSIR/Leatherboy are “player’s titles” — erotic titles representing the sexual side of gay leather men. The primary goal of ECLSb is networking and outreach, to help educate the community about leather men, our erotic expression, traditions and history – and of course, BDSM and hot leather sex! ECLSb contestants were judged in four categories: Interview; Speech & Image; Physique; and Fantasy Scene. The contestant’s interview portion took place in private with the judges on Friday; the three remaining categories took place on stage during the contest on Saturday. The leather sex Fantasy Scene portion of the contest is one thing that sets ECLSb apart from many other contests styled after International Mr. Leather or Mid-Atlantic Leather formats. In past years ECLSb contestants were required to incorporate a specific regional theme into their fantasy scene; that requirement was dropped this year and contestants may choose any form of BDMS or leather sex on which to base their fantasy scene.

Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 was Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com, the official bathhouse of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy. Our Major Sponsor was Priape (www.priape.com). Community Partners included Club120 (www.Club120.ca), Spearhead Toronto (www.spearheadtoronto.com), Churchmouse & Firkin (www.firkinpubs.com), Black Eagle Toronto (www.BlackEagleToronto.com) and CLAW (www.clawinfo.org).

Since 2005, the Eastern Canada LeatherSIR / Leatherboy contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (Eastern Canada LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (Eastern Canada 2004). For more information about ECLSb weekend or being a contestant, please contact us.

The Eastern Canada LeatherSIR / Leatherboy contest weekend will take place in Toronto at the end of March on the Easter long weekend. ECLSb events will run Thursday, March 28 through Sunday, March 31. Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 is Steamworks. Priape is the Major Sponsor.

The contests to select new Eastern Canada LeatherSIR and Leatherboy titleholders will take place Saturday, March 30. The organizers of ECLSb are pleased to announce the panel of judges for the 2013 ECLSb contests, as follows:

• Jack Duke, International LeatherSIR 2012, from Dallas, Texas, who will serve as head judge;
• boy Alex, Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2012, from Kingston, Ontario; and from Toronto, Ontario
• Tony Palazzo, International LeatherSIR 2009;
• Sir Marc Paquet-Decker; and,
• boy Farrell.

Each contest weekend, ECLSb depends on a roster of talented and dedicated volunteers. Returning as contest staff this year are five Toronto leather people: boy Alex Dunlop, Bootblack Toronto 2006, will serve as Tally Master; Pup Kalen will serve as Judge’s boy; Dan Madden will be Den Daddy; Fenn, Mr International Rubber 2010, will be Stage Manager; and, Gloria McIsaac, will be Box Office Manager.

Returning as emcee for the contest is Tom Stice, International slave 1995 and Southeast Mr Drummer 1998, of Chicago (IL).

ECLSb contestants will be judged in four categories: Interview; Speech & Image; Physique; and Fantasy Scene based on the region’s assigned theme. The contestant’s interview portion will take place in private with the judges prior to the contest; the three remaining categories take place on stage during the contest.

The leather sex Fantasy Scene portion of the contest is one thing that sets ECLSb apart from many other contests styled after International Mr. Leather or Mid-Atlantic Leather formats. In past years ECLSb contestants were required to incorporate a specific regional theme into their fantasy scene; that requirement has been dropped this year and contestants may choose any form of BDMS or leather sex on which to base their fantasy scene.

LeatherSIR/Leatherboy are “player’s titles” — erotic titles representing the sexual side of gay leather men. The primary goal of ECLSb is networking and outreach, to help educate the community about leather men, our erotic expression, traditions and history – and of course, BDSM and hot leather sex!

The ECLSb 2013 contest weekend will feature seven events between Thursday night (March 28) and Sunday afternoon (March 31). For complete roster of events, visit the contest weekend page.

Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 and the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape (www.priape.com). Community Partners confirmed to date in ECLSb 2013 weekend include Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s; www.Club120.ca), Spearhead Toronto (www.spearheadtoronto.com), Churchmouse & Firkin (www.firkinpubs.com), Black Eagle Toronto (www.BlackEagleToronto.com) and CLAW (www.clawinfo.org).

Since 2005, ECLSb contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004). For more information about ECLSb weekend or being a contestant, please contact us.

Event will feature keynote speech by Sir Marc Paquet-Decker

(Toronto, Ontario, CA) — Organizers of the Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest today announced a new event for the 2013 contest weekend. ECLSb 2013 will run Thursday, March 28 through Sunday, March 31 (Easter long weekend), in Toronto. Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 is Steamworks, the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape.

New this year is the “Changing Of The Guard” reception; a new afternoon format for the traditional ‘Meet and Greet’ held each contest weekend. Changing Of The Guard will be held the afternoon of (Good) Friday, March 29 from 1pm-5pm, at Club 120 (formerly Goodhandy’s, 120 Church St, at Richmond). In addition to meeting and mingling with contestants, judges, out of town guests and local leather folk, a highlight of Changing Of The Guard will be a keynote speech by Sir Marc Paquet-Decker, of Toronto. Admission is $5; proceeds to ECLSb travel fund. Light refreshments; cash bar; special surprises and door prizes!

Sir Marc Paquet-Decker

Originally from Quebec City, Sir Marc Paquet-Decker established himself in Toronto in 1988. His kinky specialties revolve around medical play (saline infusion, catheters, speculums and play piercing), fisting, and single tails. He once abandoned the leather lifestyle, after the passing of His Master years ago. He eventually rejoined to honour the memory of his Mentor, and to preserve and pass on his knowledge of the leather lifestyle. A turning point for Sir Marc was during the Mr. Leatherman Toronto 2008 competition, where he competed as Mr. Spearhead 2008. During the throes of the events preceding the competition and the competition itself, Sir Marc realized how important it is to keep alive our leather traditions, while needing to adapt them to our modern era. Trained under “Old Guard” traditions, rules and protocols, Sir Marc fully endorses the modernization of our way of life, provided that it is improved for the benefit of the community at large. Sir Marc is head of a leather family, starting with his two collared boys, connor and farrell. He is also founder and head of “The Leather Vajra Family,” his much larger leather family, which is presently comprised of more than 100 members, found coast-to-coast across North America. A long-time Buddhist, Sir Marc not only embraces that philosophy but also adds elements to his leather life. The Buddhist symbol the “vajra” is his family crest. He is also a member of Mama’s Family, pinned as “Mama’s Canadian Vajra.” Sir Marc has judged leather competitions in Ontario, been a featured presenter at Kink Kamp in Alberta, and, since 2009, has served as a member of the “So You Want to Be Kinky???” education group.

The ECLSb 2013 contest weekend will feature seven events between Thursday night (March 28) and Sunday afternoon (March 31). For complete roster of events, visit the contest weekend page.

Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 and the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape (www.priape.com). Community Partners confirmed to date in ECLSb 2013 weekend include Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s; www.Club120.ca), Spearhead Toronto (www.spearheadtoronto.com), Churchmouse & Firkin (www.firkinpubs.com), Black Eagle Toronto (www.BlackEagleToronto.com) and CLAW (www.clawinfo.org).

Since 2005, ECLSb contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004). For more information about ECLSb weekend or being a contestant, please contact us.

Leather/BDSM play parties kick-off and wrap-up players’ contest weekend

(Toronto, Ontario, CA) — The Eastern Canada LeatherSIR / Leatherboy contest weekend will take place in March in Toronto on the Easter long weekend. With Good Friday a holiday, ECLSb weekend will start the evening of Thursday, March 28 and conclude on Sunday, March 31. Since ECLSb are sexual titles, the contest weekend will start and end with — hot leather sex parties!

ECLSb 2013 weekend will kick-off on Thursday, March 28 with “Squeal: Lights Out Leather Party”, a special edition of our annual contest weekend men’s play party at Steamworks. “Squeal: Lights Out Leather Party” will coincide with the club’s weekly Lights Out event. Arrive early; rooms sell out quickly. Regular club rules and admission rates apply; check www.SteamworksOnline.com for more info.

A new event will be held the afternoon of the Friday holiday, March 29. The “Changing Of The Guard” reception is a new format for the traditional contest weekend ‘Meet and Greet.’ In addition to meeting and mingling with contestants, judges, out of town guests and local leather folk, a highlight of Changing Of The Guard will be a keynote speech by Sir Marc Paquet-Decker, of Toronto. Sir Marc is head of a leather family, starting with his two collared boys, connor and farrell. He is also founder and head of “The Leather Vajra Family,” his much larger leather family, which is presently comprised of more than 100 members, found coast-to-coast across North America. Sir Marc has judged leather competitions in Ontario, been a featured presenter at Kink Kamp in Alberta, and, since 2009, has served as a member of the “So You Want to Be Kinky???” education group. Changing Of The Guard will take place from 1pm-5pm, at Club 120 (formerly Goodhandy’s, 120 Church Street at Richmond). Light refreshments will be served, with a cash bar. Admission is $5, with net proceeds to ECLSb 2013 travel fund.

On Friday night (Mar 29), the ECLSb crowd heads to a “Black Eagle Bar Night” where the focus will purely be on cruising and socializing at our local leather bar, Black Eagle Toronto. The ECLSb contestants and crew will be hanging out at ‘the dirty bird’ from about 10pm until late. If weather cooperates maybe we’ll have an early spring and cigars on the patio! If not, we can console ourselves in their infamous back room!

The weekend’s main event will be the “Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy 2013 Contests”, which will take place Saturday, March 30 at Club 120 (120 Church St, at Richmond). Doors open at 12:30pm; the contest will start at 1:30pm sharp! Admission will be $10, with net proceeds to ECLSb 2013 travel fund.

On Saturday night (Mar 30), it’s “Spearhead’s Fantasy Ball & Official ECLSb Victory Party” featuring DJ Chris Steinbach. Come out to celebrate the new Eastern Canada LeatherSIR and Leatherboy! The leather dance party will run 9pm-3am on the second floor of Flash (461 Church St). Tickets are $20 advance, $25 door. Advance tickets at Priape, Black Eagle and Northbound. This event produced by Spearhead Toronto; info http://www.SpearheadToronto.com.

Saturday night survivors will be up in time for the butchest brunch in town! Join the new ECLSb titleholders at a special “ECLSb Victory Brunch” on Sunday, March 31, at the Churchmouse & Firkin (475 Church St). The celebratory Victory Brunch will be be held upstairs from 11am-2pm. Since 2009, the Churchmouse & Firkin has been an important Community Partner with ECLSb. The 2013 contest weekend will mark the 5th ECLSb Victory Brunch held at the pub.

The popular dungeon party “Rough House” will wrap up ECLSb weekend. Rough House will take place on Sunday afternoon (Mar 31) from 1pm-5pm, at Club 120 (120 Church St, at Richmond). The atmosphere is friendly, laid back, frisky, sexy, and always social. Each Rough House attracts a great mix of seasoned players and people brand new to the scene; the variety of BDSM play depends on who attends. Check out www.RoughHouse.ca for more info.

Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 and the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape (www.priape.com). Community Partners confirmed to date in ECLSb 2013 weekend include Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s; www.Club120.ca), Spearhead Toronto (www.spearheadtoronto.com), Churchmouse & Firkin (www.firkinpubs.com), Black Eagle Toronto (www.BlackEagleToronto.com) and CLAW (www.clawinfo.org).

Since 2005, ECLSb contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004). For more information about ECLSb weekend or being a contestant, please contact us.

Contestant registration is now open for ECLSb 2013 contest in March

(Toronto, Ontario, CA) – Contestant registration is open for the Eastern Canada LeatherSIR / Leatherboy 2013 contests. Eastern Canada LeatherSIR / Leatherboy (ECLSb) are erotic titles and often referred to as the “bad boys” of leather contests. One of the defining characteristics about this contest from other contests is the up front statement that it’s about sex. Both the contest and titles are about representing the sexual side of gay leathermen. Our primary goal is networking and outreach, to help educate the community about leathermen, our erotic expression, traditions and history – and of course, hot leather play and sex!

Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 and the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape (www.priape.com).

Unlike many leather titles, ECLSb titleholders are largely self-directed, without a long list of stringent duties and rules. Titleholders chose how to fit their title responsibilities into their daily lives. ECLSb organizers are available to assist and support whenever required, but do not dictate how to run your life during your title year.

There are often misconceptions about being an ECLSb titleholder. Even though you (or someone you know) might not yet be ready to commit, anyone whose curiosity about the title or competing is piqued, is encouraged to contact the contest producers with questions.

ECLSb 2013 weekend will run Thursday, March 28 through Sunday, March 31 (the Easter holiday weekend). The weekend will feature seven events over four days. For a complete roster of events, visit the Contest Weekend page.

The ECLSb contests will take place the afternoon of Saturday, March 30, 2013. The contest is open to leathermen and leatherboys who are residents of Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Please note, this is not a couples contest; contestants compete individually for their title.

Deadline for ECLSb contestant registration is Friday, March 22, 2013. To receive a contestant registration form, email Brandon@LeatherSirCanada.com, or contact us via LeatherSirCanada.com.

ECLSb is part of the International LeatherSIR / Leatherboy (ILSb) contest family. LeatherSIR / Leatherboy contests grew out of the now defunct International Mr Drummer and International Drummerboy contests. Winners of ECLSb will advance to compete at the International LeatherSIR/Leatherboy 2013 contest, which will take place Thursday, August 29 through Monday, September 2 in Dallas, Texas; ECLSb pays contest registration, hotel and air expenses.

Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2013 and the official bathhouse of ECLSb. Our Major Sponsor is Priape (www.priape.com). Community Partners confirmed to date in ECLSb 2013 weekend include Club120 (formerly Goodhandy’s; www.Club120.ca), Spearhead Toronto (www.spearheadtoronto.com), Churchmouse & Firkin (www.firkinpubs.com), Black Eagle Toronto (www.BlackEagleToronto.com) and CLAW (www.clawinfo.org).

Since 2005, ECLSb contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004). For more information about ECLSb weekend or being a contestant, please contact us.

If you’re kicking off the new year by culling your toy box and gear closet, the generous donations of your cast-offs and hand-me-downs would be welcome and appreciated!

At every Leather & Gear Market held at Rough House, leather folk and kinksters of all ages, but especially those new to the scene and younger kinksters, turn out looking to build their leather and fetish gear at prices they can afford.

Like beer: reuse, recycle!

Lots of youngsters and bargain hunters new to the scene depend on the kindness of strangers!

We’re collecting donations for a Leather & Fetish Market at Rough House on Sunday, February 24 at Club 120 (formerly Goodhandy’s; 120 Church St, at Richmond).

The leather market is a fundraiser for the Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy 2013 travel fund.

We gratefully accept donations all types of leather/gear/fetish wear and toys (new & used). No items are too big or too small!

Drop off or we can pick up. Just drop a note to Brandon@LeatherSirCanada.com if you have questions.

Cool gear. Great prices. Donations gratefully accepted!

LEATHER & GEAR SALE @ ROUGH HOUSE
Sunday, February 24, 2013,
1pm-5pm.
Club 120 (formerly Goodhandy’s)
120 Church St at Richmond (above Spring Rolls)

Admission: $10

Presented by Steamworks.