In the Loop December 2013
December 2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2013-2014 Board of Directors & Section Office
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Alberta Sport Connection
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2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Sectional Championships
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Presented by Calgary Professional Skate Service
2014 Skate Canada Challenge
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Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut’s 2014 Canadian Tire National
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Skating Championships Team
Coaches Corner
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30th Annual Rose Bowl
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CanSkate Connection
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Get In Sync
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The Clubhouse
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Alberta Figure Skating Foundation
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Around the Regions
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Creating Opportunities
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2014 Skate Canada: Achievement Awards
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2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Awards
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Coach Wanted Ads
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Duso’s Fresh Pasta & Sauces Extends Their Support of the Section
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Duso’s Skater of the Month and Helping Hand of the Month
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Follow Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut
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2013-2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chair Past Chair Vice Chair Vice Chair Secretary/Treasurer Athlete Development Committee Chair Skating Programs Committee Chair Events Committee Chair Officials Coordinating Committee Chair Coaching Committee Chair Regions Committee Chair Regions Committee Vice Chair Athlete Representative
Sharon Dingle Kathy Kopelchuk Rhonda Tanton Donna Moses Krista Sellers Don Zeman Lyndsey Ford Kristen Belcourt Brenda Hart Chantelle Portz Anita Kohnen Bev Padget Dallas Daniel
Section Office Office Main Line Toll free Fax Toll free Fax Denise Fisher Executive Director
(780) 415-0465 (866) 294-0663
info@skateabnwtnun.ca
(780) 427-1734 (866) 746-4981 (780) 415-0562
denise@skateabnwtnun.ca
Kelly Havixbeck Manager, Member Services
(780) 415-0598
kelly@skateabnwtnun.ca
Holly Henderson Manager, Athlete Development
(403) 331-3663
holly@skateabnwtnun.ca
Allyson Wright Coordinator, Coaching & Events
(780) 415-0596
allyson@skateabnwtnun.ca
Jessica Crighton Coordinator, Communications & Events
(780) 415-0465
jessica@skateabnwtnun.ca
Lisa Bonderove Coordinator, Finance & Skating Programs
(780) 415-0593
lisa@skateabnwtnun.ca
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December 6, 2013 Dear Sport Partners:
As a follow up to the meetings held with our sport delivery partners on December 5 and 6, I am pleased to provide an update on our discussion.
Most significantly, we now have a single focus on amateur sport. With our revised mandate, the Board of Directors has developed a new vision: Alberta, the premier sport delivery system in Canada, and a new mission statement: To enhance, advocate, and inspire participation and partnerships as Albertans strive for excellence in sport. To reflect our revised mandate, the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation is now operating as Alberta Sport Connection. This exciting new brand, including a much shorter and more focused name and a more colourful and modern logo, appropriately reflects the changes to our organization. You can find out more about Alberta Sport Connection on our website www.albertasport.ca. Our work will be guided by the Alberta Sport Plan, which will be updated following a consultation currently underway.
As we transition to a focus on sport, Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation will focus on policy, recreation and physical activity. These changes will help ensure we address the needs of Albertans from playground to podium.
Our province has a strong history of sport development and we are confident Alberta can fulfill the new vision of being a premier sport delivery system.
I look forward to working with our partners as we move forward in a new direction.
Sincerely,
John Short Chair
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2014 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS THANK YOU
to the 2014 Sectionals Committee/Leadership Team for your hardwork and dedication!
Co-Chairs Operations Team Leader Ice Level Coordinators Music & Announcing Coordinator Registration Coordinators Properties Team Leaders Venue Coordinator Transportation Coordinator Marketing, Sponsorship and Finance Team Leader Marketing & Publicity Coordinator Accommodations & Hospitality Team Leader Accommodations Coordinator Hospitality Coordinators Volunteer Team Leader Medical Coordinators Medals & Ceremonies Team Leaders Opening Ceremonies Team Leader Technical Representative Assistant Technical Representative Competition Sub-Committee Chair Coordinator, Coaching and Events
Nenette Legaspi & Donna Kormos Derek Smolski Karl Power / Bo Jiang Eldon Gjesdal Kim Smolski / Terry Digness Karl Power / Bo Jiang Karl Power Dave LeClaire Denise Fisher Cindy Lirette Nenette Legaspi Nenette Legaspi Randy Kormos / Christina Chan Christel Senkoe Marius Mostert / Cheryl Mostert Elvie Chua / Alonia Estrada / Heidi Jansen Gail Collier Jae Copeland Nicole Rapati Kristen Belcourt Allyson Wright
Tressa Sabo Receives Alberta Figure Skating Foundation Merit Award The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation award is presented to the skater(s) in a single, dance or pair event that exemplifies the most deserving performance during the 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Sectionals Presented by Calgary Professional Skate Service. The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation Merit Award was presented to Tressa Sabo of the Ice Palace FSC for her performance in the Pre-Novice Women’s event. The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation’s contributions to the Section are made possible through their memberships and other fundraising initiatives including the hosting of the Wild Rose Invitational. All Section members are encouraged to become members of the Alberta Figure Skating Foundation, and to support their efforts through volunteering or contributing to their fundraising initiatives. For more information, visit www.afsf.ca. 6
2014 SECTIONALS SPONSORS Thank you to the Sponsors of the 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Sectional Championships Presented by Calgary Professional Skate Service! The 2014 Sectionals could not occur without the support of sponsors. Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut would like to recognize the following companies and organizations for their support of the 2014 Sectionals.
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2014 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
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Juvenile Dance
Juvenile Women U14
Pre-Juvenile Dance
Juvenile Women U11
Pre-Juvenile Men U14
Pre-Juvenile Women U14 Juvenile Men U14
Pre-Juvenile Men U11
Pre-Juvenile Women U11
Congratulations to Sectionals Medalists!
Exhibition events: Juvenile U11 Men, Pre-Novice Dance, Junior Dance, Junior Pairs, and Senior Men. 8
Senior Women
Junior Men
Novice Pairs
Junior Women
Novice Dance
Novice Men
Novice Women
Pre-Novice Men
Pre-Novice Women
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ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT NEWS & VIEWS 2014 Skate Canada Challenge Regina, SK Congratulations to all Section athletes who competed at the 2014 Skate Canada Challenge! Pre-Novice Dance Jessica-Lee Behiel (Calalta FSC) & Jackson Behiel (Calalta FSC)
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Pre-Novice Men Graham Schaufele (Cypress School of Skating) Joel Braganza (Canmore SC)
BRONZE
Yu Jin Armstrong (Calalta FSC)
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Mackenzie Mah (Ice Palace FSC)
Geerthana Somas (Canmore SC)
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Emma Smolski (Ice Palace FSC)
Tressa Sabo (Ice Palace FSC)
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Quinn Gilmore (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Pre-Novice Women 23 28
Novice Dance Ceduna Magee (Ice Palace FSC) & Lucas Kitteridge (King City SC) Natascha Collier (Ice Palace FSC) & Lee Royer Ice Palace FSC)
BRONZE
Nicola Salimova (Calalta FSC) & Paul Ayer (The Glencoe Club)
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Nathan Luong (Ice Palace FSC)
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Kendra Digness (Ice Palace FSC) & Eric Thiessen (Royal Glenora Club)
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Novice Men Grayson Rosen (Fliteway FSC) Samuel Whitehead (Lake Bonavista FSC)
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Novice Pair Keelee Gingrich (The Glencoe Club) & Davin Portz (Calalta FSC) Bryn Hoffman (Calalta FSC) & Bryce Chudak (Calalta FSC)
SILVER 11
Novice Women Aislinn Ganci (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Triena Robinson (Royal Glenora Club)
Maria Pollock Royal Glenora Club)
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Hunter Prodaniuk (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Abigail Seewald (The Glencoe Club) & Steven Paslawsky (Royal Glenora Club)
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Drew Wolfe (The Glencoe Club)
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Christopher Mostert (Ice Palace FSC)
Bryce Chudak (Calalta FSC)
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Davin Portz (Calalta FSC)
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Junior Dance Andie-Lynn Gingrich (The Glencoe Club) & Dayton Stewart (Calalta FSC)
Junior Men
Junior Pair Taylor LeClaire (Ice Palace FSC) & Christopher Mostert (Ice Palace FSC)
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Junior Women Taylor LeClaire (Ice Palace FSC)
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Nicole Joe (Calalta FSC)
Kira Gallant (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Ceduna Magee (Ice Palace FSC)
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ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT NEWS & VIEWS Senior Women Kaetlyn Osmond (Ice Palace FSC)
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Jane Gray (Canmore SC)
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Lauren Christensen (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Jessica Sergeant (Extreme Edge SC) Dallas Daniel (Calalta FSC)
Senior Men Cole Vandervelden (Royal Glenora Club)
Senior Women Kaetlyn Osmond GOLD
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Novice Men Grayson Rosen BRONZE
Novice Pair Keelee Gingrich & Davin Portz SILVER
Novice Dance Ceduna Magee & Lucas Kitteridge BRONZE
Pre-Novice Men Graham Schaufele BRONZE
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ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT NEWS & VIEWS 2014 Challenge Simulations Calgary and Leduc, AB
Select Team Members participated in a team building event on November 20th and 21st, 2013. Team members participated in on and off ice sessions that included practice sessions, athlete monitoring, information sessions, and group photo opportunities. Athletes also received their Triple Flip teamwear, which made our Section athletes easy to identify at the 2014 Skate Canada Challenge! Thank you to Triple Flip for their ongoing support of the Section.
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ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT NEWS & VIEWS
Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Announces 2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships Team
Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut is proud to be sending 24 skaters to Ottawa, ON in January for the 100th Anniversary of the 2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships held from January 9 - 15, 2014. This Championships is the final qualifying event for the Senior category and will assist in configuring the 2014 Sochi Olympic Canadian Figure Skating team. You can view the 2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships on CTV or on Live Streaming (limited events). For the full broadcasting and event schedule, please visit www.skatecanada.ca for updated information.
Novice Men
Novice Women
Novice Dance
Novice Pair
Junior Men
Junior Women
Junior Pair
Senior Men
Grayson Rosen Nathan Luong (Alternate)
Ceduna Magee & Lucas Kitteridge Nicola Salimova & Paul Ayer Natascha Collier & Lee Royer
Drew Wolfe Bryce Chudak Christopher Mostert Davin Portz (Alternate)
Taylor LeClaire & Christopher Mostert
Triena Robinson Aislinn Ganci
Keelee Gingrich & Davin Portz Kendra Digness & Eric Thiessen Brynn Hoffman & Bryce Chudak
Taylor LeClaire Nicole Joe Kira Gallant (Alternate)
Cole VanDerVelden (Alternate)
Senior Women Kaetlyn Osmond Jessica Sergeant
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COACHES CORNER STAR 1-5 Pilot Information Please see below, links to three PowerPoint slide presentations that provide the basic information required to operate STAR 1-5 competitions. Please note that there may be further changes to this information for the next round of piloting once we complete the 2013-2014 season and compile feedback. We will keep you updated on our progress. Learn to Train STAR 1-5 - Pilot - Training Module #1 Learn to Train STAR 1-5 - Pilot - Training Module #2 Learn to Train STAR 1-5 - Pilot - Training Module #3
Coaching Courses Coaching courses for the 2014-2015 season are not yet finalized. Once the courses have been finalized they will be posted to the Section website.
CanSkate Assignment Effective September 1, 2015
For CanSkate Coaches who are working on their CanSkate Assignment please note that effective September 1, 2015 all current CanSkate assignments must be submitted and marked. After September 1, 2015 CanSkate assignments will not be accepted and those candidates will need to begin their CanSkate coach training in the new program beginning with the CanSkate Pre-Course Training Module.
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COACHES CORNER
Learn more about the Continuous Education Program (CEP)
The CEP is a Skate Canada program that recognizes a coach’s dedication to professional development in our sport. Coaches earn credits for attending and participating in various events and educational opportunities during a two year cycle. These credits are then recognized as a coach’s status for the following two years. Therefore, a coach’s current status is a reflection of professional development activities that they took part between September 1, 2010 and August 31, 2012. The activities that coaches are currently taking part in (September 1, 2012 until June 30, 2014) will result in their CEP status and membership fees for two consecutive seasons, 2014-2015 and 2015-2016. These activities should be submitted by June 30, 2014, or four weeks before registering for the 2014 skating season. Credits can be earned for a variety of activities including (but not limited to): club administration work, attending a seminar at the club, section, national or international level, providing a parent information session, mentoring or being mentored, completing relevant university or college courses, attending the National Coaches’ Conference, providing PA training, etc. Please note: In order to register for the 2014-2015 season, a coach MUST have earned at least five CEP credits. Further information on the CEP, including a Question and Answer document containing frequently asked questions, can be found on Members Only under Coaches > Registration Documents and Forms. NCCP Level 4 Task 16: LTAD Skate Canada is pleased to be offering NCCP Level 4 Task 16: LTAD on Sunday, January 12, 2014 in Ottawa. Coaches will learn how to plan and design programs and activities that are appropriate to an athlete’s age, gender, stage of development (stages of growth and maturation) and overall performance potential. Presenter: Stephen Norris, PhD – Sport Scientist Fee: $175 (course, marking fees, and refreshments included) Pre-requisite: Level 2/ISPC certified or Level 3 technical completed Time: 8:30-4:30 PM Location: Fairmont Château Laurier Registrations are coming in so be sure to submit your form by Monday, December 23, 2013 to secure your spot! The application form is located on Members Only under Coaches > NCCP > NCCP Level 4 Tasks 2013-2014. Inquiries regarding the 2014 Level 4 tasks may be sent to coaching&programs@skatecanada.ca.
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ing ceremony at 6:00 p.m. on the Saturday and conclude with presentation of medals at 4:00 p.m. Sunday. The success of a competition such as the Rose Bowl depends a great deal on the sponsorship of local businesses. The 2014 Rose Bowl Committee is grateful to our gold and silver sponsors, including Westjet and Delta Calgary South, for their patronage and support.
30th Annual Rose Bowl, January 11 and 12, 2014
We hope to see you in January at the Max Bell Arena, but in the meantime, CSSC would like to wish you all the very best for the holiday season.
For more information please visit the CSSC website at: CSSC is pleased to announce that it will once again host blackgoldsynchro.com the 30th Annual Rose Bowl Synchronized Skating Competition from January 11 and 12, 2014. This popular competition resumes following a break to host the 2013 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championship, which was held in February of this year and attracted skaters from all around the country. The annual Rose Bowl has been a much anticipated event on the calendars of synchronized skating teams across western Canada since its inaugural competition in 1983 at the Foothills Arena, Calgary, and is a competition the synchronized skating community looks forward to year after year. The event has grown steadily over the years, attracting an increasing number of participants. In 1983 10 teams with 180 skaters came to compete. By its tenth year the competition welcomed 36 teams and 700 skaters. The 2012 Rose Bowl, hosted at the Max Bell Arena, in Calgary, saw 30 teams with more than 500 talented athletes showcasing their level of commitment, teamwork and skill in the sport of synchronized skating. The 30th Rose Bowl, held again at the Max Bell Arena, will host 32 teams from Alberta, British Columbia and Saskachewan and will feature the levels: Beginner I, Beginner II, Elementary, Juvenile, Pre-Novice, Novice, Intermediate, Open, Adult 1, Adult 2 and Adult 3. The twoday competition will commence with an open-
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THE ‘CANSKATE CONNECTION’ Old CanSkate Coach Course vs. New CanSkate Coach Course Listed to the right is a chart to help everyone understand the differences between the old and the new CanSkate Coach Courses. Here are a couple of important dates: From the old CanSkate Coach Course, the CanSkate assignments will no longer be accepted after September 1, 2015. Also, after January 1st, 2014, The CanSkate Trained coaches must complete the new certification portfolio rather than the one that is currently there. For assistance with the implementation of the NEW CanSkate program, contact Skate Canada Resource Team Members: Tammy Greidanus tammylg@shaw.ca
Leona Boyle sk8leona@telus.net
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THE CANSKATE CONNECTION Old CanSkate Coach Course
New CanSkate Coach Course
Pre-requisites
Pre-requisite
1. Be a registered Skate Canada Member 2. Passed all 3 Preliminary STARSkate tests 3. Passed at least one complete Jr. Bronze STARSkate test 3. Be at least 16 years of age
In Training Status
1. Attend the full 3 day NCCP Canskate Course including all in-class assignments and on-ice assessment
Trained Status
1. Attend the 3 day NCCP CanSkate Course 2. Complete the CanSkate assignment successfully
1. Be a registered Skate Canada Member 2. Passed at least one complete Jr. Bronze STARSkate test 3. Be at least 16 years of age
Pre-Course On-Line Module
1. Complete the NCCP Canskate Pre-Course Training Module 2. To be completed within 60 days to the start of the NCCP CanSkate course. 3. Once completed successfully, candidates may attend the NCCP Canskate Coach Course.
In Training Status
1. Complete the full 3 day NCCP CanSkate Course including all in-class assignments and on-ice CanSkate Trained coaches may register with Skate Canada to teach CanSkate only. Must meet all require- assessment An In-Training Coach may register as a Skate Canada ments of registration including: coach and begin teaching CanSkate only. All require- Hold a valid first aid certificate ments of registration must be met including: - Complete Make Ethical Decisions online module - Complete Make Ethical Decisions online module - Back check - Hold a valid first aid certificate - Police clearance Certified Status 1. Complete the Certified Canskate Coach portfolio Trained Status Effective September 1, 2009, once a coach has 1. Successfully complete the NCCP CanSkate achieved the CanSkate trained status and has Trained Evaluation Portfolio not yet achieved the Primary STARSkate coach 2. To be completed within 12 months from trained status the coach has two years to become achieving an “In Training” status CanSkate coach certified from the date they first registered as a Skate Canada CanSkate Coach. OR
Certified Status
1. Successfully complete the NCCP CanSkate Certified Evaluation Portfolio
NCCP Primary STARSkate Coach Course 1. CanSkate coach “Trained” candidates may choose OR to become “certified” in CanSkate or achieve a Primary STARSkate Coach “Trained” status NCCP Primary STARSkate Coach Course 2. To be completed within 2 years from first register- 1. Canskate coach “Trained” candidates may choose ing as a coach with Skate Canada to become “certified” in Canskate or achieve a Primary STARSkate Coach “Trained status 2. To be completed within 2 years from first registering as a coach with Skate Canada 21
GET IN SYNC
Balancing Singles and Syncho It Can Be Done! Submitted by Jenna MacKenzie
I remember the first time I ever saw synchronized skating. I was at an ice show with my mom when I was seven years old. I immediately knew that I had to try out for the team. I had only been in CanSkate for a few months, so my skating ability was minimal. The coach of the team was Michele Rowein, who is still my synchro coach to this day. She suggested that I take private lessons to improve my skating skills. I instantly fell in love with both disciplines of skating and was involved in both until I retired from singles at the age of 18, when I was competing at the Junior level. 14 years later, I am still competing on one of Edmonton’s synchro teams!
The atmosphere at synchro competitions is amazing. Everyone is there to have fun and skate for the love of the sport. I really enjoyed singles competitions as well, but was never able to make it past Sectionals as my nerves would get the best of me. With synchro, you are on the ice with 15 of your best friends all fighting for the same dream, which is a motivating feeling. Once that music starts, you are instantly calmed by the comfort of the smiles and excitement of everyone else on the ice with you. That feeling truly eases the nerves.
Synchro has also taught me many life skills that I have used outside the rink, especially in the area of teamwork. My confidence in working with others and being a part of a ‘team’ will follow me throughout my nursing career, and I couldn’t be more grateful for that. My involvement in both singles and synchro has allowed me to make many lifelong friendships and I have never regretted Skating at this level meant a great deal of commitment, and at the decision to stay in both disciplines. times, the combination of both singles and synchro made for a very busy schedule. At one point, I was skating six days a week I am proud of all my accomplishments in both singles and synfor singles with one early morning practice and two off ice train- chro but most especially synchro. I feel very fortunate to have ing session, along with three synchro practices - one of them be- been able to compete across Canada and represent the Edmoning another early morning. Despite the hectic schedule, my pas- ton Synchronized Skating Club at the National level. I feel even more fortunate to have a National Silver and Bronze medal on my sion for both disciplines got me through! bedroom wall. They are reminders of my skating success and the Along with skating, I have recently graduated and have begun joy that goes along with it. working as a nurse. Skating taught me how to strengthen my time management and organize my life so that I was able to juggle school while training and attending competitions. I am lucky to have experienced both the individual aspects and teamwork aspects of skating. Training for singles helped improve my synchronized skating with respect to my edges, turns, and field moves. My singles coaches noticed that I picked up choreography quickly and easily – which I attribute to synchro. I’m always surprised when I hear skaters/coaches say that you cannot be involved in both singles and synchro because they really do complement each other.
For more information about Synchronized Skating in our Section, please contact the office – lisa@skateabnwtnun.ca or either of our Synchronized Skating Reps: Michele Rowein (Edmonton) mrowein@yahoo.ca Kim Boorman (Calgary) kboorman@shaw.ca
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THE CLUBHOUSE Skate Canada Releases Position Statement on Bullying In Canada, November 17-23, 2013 was declared “Bullying Awareness Week” and Skate Canada used this week as an opportunity to communicate its stance on bullying by releasing a position statement. Skate Canada’s document, Position Statement on Bullying is not a policy, but rather a document that outlines Skate Canada’s stance on this very serious social issue. In this document, Skate Canada states that it “strongly condemns bullying, will not tolerate bullying by any of its members, and is committed to raising awareness of this issue and preventing and eliminating bullying behavior within Skate Canada.” The Position Statement on Bullying is posted on the Skate Canada website under Members Only and is also posted on the Section website. Clubs and schools are encouraged to post this document in their club and/or make it available to members upon request.
SOCAN and Re:Sound Update Skate Canada has received questions from member clubs regarding possible remittance to Re:Sound for ice shows and SOCAN for ice shows and competitions by both facilities and Skate Canada member clubs/skating schools. Skate Canada has passed this question along to both organizations with the intent of ensuring that both the facility and the club or skating school have not remitted payment for the same ice show. Please note the following regarding payment for ice shows:
SOCAN
1. 1.Determine whether your municipality already pays SOCAN fees under Tariff 21. If the answer is yes, you are already covered. Get confirmation in writing so that you have it if needed. 2. 2.If the answer above is no, then you need to apply to SOCAN for a license under Tariff 11A. You can find that application here: http://www.socan.ca/form/11A 3. 3.Within 7 days following the ice show complete and submit this application with the appropriate payment. Inquiries regarding the tariffs should be directed to SOCAN at 1.866.944.6223 or email at customers@socan.ca.
Re:Sound
If a facility has already submitted payment related to Re:Sound tariff 5E for your ice shows then the club or skating school would not have to pay. Typically facilities would not be reporting as the responsibility to obtain the licence rests with the ‘promoter’ of the event. Payment for ice shows held during the years 2011 and 2012 is required to be submitted by December 31, 2013 with payment for ice shows held in 2013 due no later than January 31, 2014. Please note as well that as of December 1, 2013, Re:Sound has received T5E summary forms from approximately 200 clubs. Please be reminded that Re:Sound reserves the right to enforce compliance to its tariff regime through a court process for establishments that owe royalties but refuse to obtain the required licence. The Re:Sound reporting form is posted to Members Only (Clubs and Skating Schools > Re:Sound Information > T5E Calculator Form) and included with all club and skating school registration packages. Inquiries regarding these tariffs should be directed to Re:Sound at 1.877.309.5770 or by email at info@resound.ca Finally, please note that remittance through Skate Canada to SOCAN ($64.00 + tax per season) and Re:Sound ($23.42 + tax per season) to cover regularly scheduled Skate Canada club and skating school sessions is a mandatory component of registration dues for any and all Skate Canada clubs and skating schools. It is important that you communicate this to the facility in which your club or skating school is active to ensure that payment is not being remitted twice.
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THE CLUBHOUSE Volunteer Opportunity in the Peace Region The election for the Peace Region Representative took place in April 2013 and there were no nominations received. Therefore, the position of the Peace Region Representative is now considered a casual vacancy and will be filled by appointment by the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Board of Directors to complete the 2013-2015 term. The Peace Region Representative is a member of the Regions Committee and is informed on Skate Canada initiatives and updates and provides feedback to the Regions Committee with respect to their Region. The Peace Region Representative shares information throughout the Region and supports clubs, parents, skaters, officials and coaches within the Region, with the support of the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut office. For more information, or to express your interest in volunteering, please contact Kathy Kopelchuk, Section Nominating Chair at kkopelchuk@telus.net or fax at 866-746-4981. Please express your interest by letter and/or resume by January 14, 2014. Click here: for more information about the importance of being a Region Representative.
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Alberta Figure Skating Foundation Submitted by Mary-Ann McDonald
The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation (AFSF), is not-for-profit organization committed to recognizing the achievements of skaters in both Competitive and STAR levels of skating in the Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Section. Our annual budget to carry out this support is close to $50,000. Programs we sponsor are: Summer Assistance Program: This was the reason the Foundation was formed. It helps skaters pay some of the expenses associated with summer skating programs. Skaters are required to complete application forms that distributed in the spring to all members of AFSF. These is done once a year and has a deadline on it. Once all applications are received then are reviewed by a committee and must meet the requirements for this funding program. The budget for this program is $25,000. Triple/Quad Awards: This program recognizes skaters that have achieved three or four Gold Level in the following areas, Skating Skills, Dance, Interpetive, and Freeskate. These awards are presented at the annual Section awards banquet in the spring. You must be a member of AFSF to receive this award. Budget depends on the number of skaters qualifying. Awards Programs: AFSF also gives out achievement awards in the following categories. 1. Dennis McFarlane Award (highest placing female skater pre-novice at a national event) $500.00 2. Pat Sprague Memorial Award for Synchronized Skating Teams (highest placing team at national event) $1500.00 (increased amount this year) 3. Alberta Figure Skating Foundation STARSkate Award - Highest placing Triathlon winners (Gold, Silver, Bronze) at the Section STARSkate Championships. $250.00 each (total $750.00) 4. Sectionals Merit Award - $500.00 5. STARSkate Championship Merit Award - $250.00 (New for 2014). 6. Clinic Grant Program opportunity - $3000.00 7. WildRose Hosting Grant $5000.00 (new this year) 8. Junior Development Team Support - $3500.00 + 9. Profit sharing from bingo take 60% to worker/40% to Foundation (yearly back to skater (+ $8000) AFSF will become the Presenting Partner of the STARSkate Championships, which will increase our annual budget in 2014. AFSF raises money through casinos, bingos, and membership fees. The membership fees are $35.00 per family or $80.00 for a club. Since many of the awards, sponsorship, and bingo credits you must be a member, it pays to be a member! The membership year is from January 1 to December 31. AFSF is run by a volunteer board, which is always looking for members. Without a strong and active Board, many of the programs could not be offered to support skaters. AFSF has to actively recruit people to serve on the board each year to ensure AFSF’s viability. We meet 4 times a year, and having active board members lightens the load. It is getting people to be active members on the board and take on some of duties to keep things moving forward for all and ensure that the AFSF is able to continue to support Section skaters. The AFSF $50,000 annual contribution back to the skaters of this Sections is huge and can only continue with individuals becoming members and helping to keep it alive. This amount makes a significant difference to skaters. For more information about ASFS, visit www.albertafigureskatingfoundation.ca 26
CHAMPIONSHIPS Presented by
The 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut STARSkate Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation is being hosted by the St. Albert Skating Centre at Servus Place in St. Albert, Alberta March 7-9, 2014
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Around the Regions Toys for Tots ~ Skating for Giving On December 7, 2013 the Lethbridge Skating Club hosted its 15th annual “Toys for Tots ~ Skating for Giving� exhibition. Skaters from the Primary and Senior private lesson programs, as well as from the Group Starskate classes performed group numbers, solos, duets and more. The 4 synchro teams also performed their routines for the audience. Admission was a new unwrapped toy, and the Salvation Army was on hand to accept our donation. Even Santa made an appearance to skate with the kids!
The 2014 Arctic Winter Games Northwest Territories Figure Skating Team: Ladies 1 Anika Allain Katelynn Crocker Ladies 2 Sarah du Plessis Maya Krizan Ladies 3 Winter Ross Emma du Plessis Ladies 4 Rachel Watters Ashley Ramirez Alternates Annika Krizan - Ladies 3 Alicia Hayne - Ladies 2 Coaches: Head Coach - Lisette Kaip Coach - Brenda Dalton
2014 NWT Arctic Winter Games Team
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Ice Palace FSC Holiday Spectacular
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Creating Opportunities for Skaters with a Disability
We have begun an exciting new three-year initiative for the development of more opportunities for skaters with disabilities. Four clubs have been chosen to be part of this pilot: • Extreme Edge SC • Lethbridge SC • Okotoks SC • Sylvan Lake SC This initiative has come to fruition only through the generous support of the following organizations: • Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation • Sport Canada • Alberta Health • Physical Health Agency of Canada
Simply, we want to generate more opportunities to engage skaters with physical and/or intellectual opportunities. The short-term outcomes of this project are to increase awareness, increase opportunities for skaters, and increase the capacity of clubs to include skaters through club-based initiatives. We will endeavour to enhance the capacity of our Section clubs through coaching support, adaptive equipment support, club support, and event support. Please stay tuned throughout the season as we share stories and successes of our pilot clubs and their athletes! We extend our sincere thanks to the following for their support:
December 2013 Winning Edge Seminars & Workshops across the Alberta Sport Development Centre Network are available here.
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2014 Skate Canada: ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS The 2014 Skate Canada Achievement are now available on the Skate Canada website. The following awards can be submitted through the online nomination system available through the Skate Canada website, which is quickest and most secure method of application. The deadline date for all nominations, with the exception of the Competitive Coach of Excellence Award is February 15, 2014. National Awards Skate Canada Club and Recreational Coach Award of Excellence Skate Canada Competitive Coach Award of Excellence (April 7, 2014) Skate Canada Officials Award of Excellence Elizabeth Swan Memorial Award Section Awards Skate Canada Section Volunteer Award of Excellence Skate Canada Section CanSkate Athlete Award Skate Canada Section STARSkate Athlete Award Skate Canada Section CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award Skate Canada Section Volunteer Award Skate Canada Section Program Assistant Award Skate Canada Section Officials Award Skate Canada Section Volunteer Coach Award For all of the above awards, please follow these instructions for help with online award nominations: Access Members Only on the Skate Canada website at www.skatecanada.ca. To access the Skate Canada Achievement Awards nomination process click on What’s New > Skate Canada Achievement Awards from the menu on the left. Awards are separated out into two categories: those selected and awarded at the National level as well as those selected and awarded within each Skate Canada Section. Separate menus are available for each. Any member of Skate Canada is eligible to nominate a member for any of the awards listed. The criteria for the awards can be found by clicking on Award Information which will assist you in ensuring that your candidate meets the necessary qualifications to be nominated. Read through the instructions below and when you are ready to start click on Nominate Now for the corresponding award. HINT: If you remain on the same page for 20 minutes while entering the information, everything entered until that point will be lost and you will be logged out of Members Only for security purposes. Therefore, it may be beneficial for you to begin the process of nominating a member and once the questions appear, note them and then compile all of the necessary information and answers in a Word document. Once all of the information has been captured simply click on the award again and copy and paste the responses into the nomination form. • • • • • •
Enter all required information to complete the nomination. Note that all fields must be completed except for Membership Number. You also have the opportunity to upload a maximum of five files totaling no more than 10MB. These can be testimonials from other members or other documents intended to support the nomination. Note that this is not mandatory and will accompany the nomination. Once the nomination has been completed, click on SUBMIT. You will now have an opportunity to PRINT your submission for your records. If you have an email address on file with Skate Canada, you will receive a confirmation of the submission by email. The nomination has now been successfully submitted and will be provided to the committee reviewing nominations for this award! Only one nomination per member per award can be submitted All nominees must be in good standing with Skate Canada.
If you require any assistance with online nominations, please contact the Member Services Department by email at memberservices@skatecanada.ca or by telephone at 1.888.747.2372. Award nominations opened officially on December 13, 2013. Thank you in advance for your nominations, and best of luck to all nominees!
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2014 Skate Canada: ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Elizabeth Swan Memorial Award
Section Volunteer Award of Excellence
The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual for his/ her dedication and contribution to the discipline of synchronized skating in Canada.
This award is presented to an active and currently registered adult volunteer whose efforts have produced specific, positive results in his/her Section; an individual whose contributions reflect passion for the sport and its participants; an individual who is an exemplary role model for other volunteers, skaters, coaches etc., and who leads by example; and Long-term commitment (minimum ten (10) years volunteer work in the sport of figure skating), awareness and interest in the future direction of the sport.
Club and Recreation Coach Award of Excellence The purpose of the Skate Canada Club and Recreation Coach Award of Excellence is to recognize the dedication and achievements of the coach in this category. The recipient will be selected for their unique advancement and outstanding contributions to our sport and the well-being of athletes participating in skating.
Competitive Coach Award of Excellence This award is presented to a professional coach who has made a significant contribution to a team or athlete’s performance and achieved a significant milestone in the coach and athlete/ team’s career during the past year.
Officials Award of Excellence An active official who officiated at a minimum of one national (or international) event in the 2013-2014 season; Demonstrated knowledge of, and is articulate regarding, Skate Canada programs and philosophies; an official who is keen to share accurate information with other officials, athletes, coaches, parents and administrators with the interest/intent of developing figure skating and figure skaters in Canada; and an individual who has given, and will continue to provide, quality service at the Section, National and/or International level.
Section STARSkate Athlete Award The purpose of the Skate Canada STARSkate Athlete Award is to recognize skaters who have demonstrated determination and commitment to the STARSkate program. Recipients of this award have displayed passion for the sport and have achieved success throughout the season, not only within the STARSkate testing system but also with personal skill development and growth.
Section CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award This award will be presented in each of the 13 Sections at their respective Section AGM/Awards Banquet. Skate Canada reserves the right to invite the Section winner from the host Section to the Skate Canada ACGM to accept the award on behalf of the 13 Section winners.
Section CanSkate Athlete Award The purpose of the CanSkater Award is to recognize skaters who have shown enthusiasm and dedication to the CanSkate program throughout the skating season. Through their participation in the program, recipients of this award have demonstrated the talent and desire needed to find continued success on and off the ice.
Section Officials Award A Skate Canada technical representative, evaluator, judge, referee, technical controller, technical specialist or data specialist who is currently registered with the Association; active at the Section level or lower for at least five seasons; demonstrated knowledge of Skate Canada rules, policies, philosophies and programs; an official who is keen to share accurate information with other officials, athletes, coaches, parents and administrators with the interest/intent of developing figure skating and figure skaters in Canada; and an individual who has given, and will continue to provide, quality service to the Section and the organization.
Section Program Assistant Award The purpose of the Skate Canada Program Assistant Award is to recognize dedicated and passionate Program Assistants who continuously share Skate Canada’s vision with all participants of the program. This award is presented to individuals who are not only great assets to the coaching team on the ice, but also show their commitment off the ice by providing support and assistance to the club and their members.
Section Volunteer Coach Award This award will be presented in each of the 13 Sections at their respective Section AGM/Award Banquet. It will be given to a professional coach who has contributed to the coaching community through volunteer efforts at the club, region, section or national level. The focus of this award is on volunteer contributions made by professional coaches to the sport of figure skating.
Section Volunteer Award This award is presented to an active adult volunteer whose efforts have produced specific, positive results in his/her Section; an individual whose contributions reflect passion for the sport and its participants; an individual who is an exemplary role model for other volunteers, skaters, coaches etc., and who leads by example; and Long-term commitment (minimum five (5) years volunteer work in the sport of figure skating), awareness and interest in the future direction of the sport.
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2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut AWARDS New this year: Section Coach Achievement Award Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut is pleased to introduce the Section Coach Achievement Award. The award is to recognize the dedication and achievements of Skate Canada coaches within the Section. The recipient will be selected for their unique and outstanding contributions to their club, athletes and the Section. This award will be presented to one individual at the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Awards Banquet.
Marilyn Chidlow Club Volunteer Awards Marilyn Chidlow is a native of Ponoka who has been involved in every level of skating volunteerism from the local club level through the National Board level as the Skate Canada President from 2000 to 2006. Marilyn’s heart has always been with grassroots skating as demonstrated by her commitment to the development of the CanSkate Program while she was the National Recreational Skating Chair. Skate Canada: Alberta–NWT/Nunavut has been the beneficiary of Marilyn’s talent and commitment for several decades and it is the Section’s great honor to have named this award after such a fine individual.
AdultSkate Awards These awards are presented to individual adult skaters that are members of any of the AdultSkate programs and perform in skating productions or enter adult competitions. The adult awards were slightly revised this year and we are pleased to present the following two awards: • •
Creating the Edge for Life Award - This is an achievement award, to be presented to an adult skater that passes tests through Skate Canada, and/or enters adult competitions at a local, national and /or international level and/or performs in skating productions. Spirit & Passion for Skating Award - This award will be presented to the skater that is passionate about the sport of figure skating and through their enthusiasm, motivates and encourages other adults to follow their dreams. This skater is also a positive role model to skaters of all ages and demonstrates that the dream to skate or continue to skate is possible.
Special Olympics Skater of the Year Award The skater who is recognized for this award: • • • • •
Is a registered Skate Canada member within the Alberta/NWT-Nunavut Section Competed in at least one Skate Canada sanctioned competition within the Section Show spirit and passion for the sport, and sportsmanship towards coaches, fellow skaters, and officials Shows commitment, perseverance, and dedication to continue and succeed Demonstrates success in achieving goals and/or a personal best, and wants to strive to achieve new goals
To view more information about the awards and nomination forms please click here.
The deadline for the Skate Canada Achievement Awards and Section Awards is February 15, 2014.
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Coach Wanted Ads Indus Figure Skating Club The Indus Figure Skating Club, located just 10 minutes S.E. of Calgary, is presently looking for a Skate Canada (Primary STARSkate Certified) coach to join our club for the remainder of the 2013-2014 season January March. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, energetic and have the ability to interact, communicate and work professionally with skaters of all ages and levels, executive and parents. The club offers competitive salary and mileage. The compensation is to be negotiated. Requirements: • Minimum NCCP Primary STARSkate Certified • Ability to provide instruction in Skate Canada programs, for • Preliminary Prep, STARSkate in group and private format • Ability to coach all levels of skills, dance, interpretive and freeskate • Skate disciplines • Valid first aid certificate • Valid Skate Canada membership • Well organized • Punctual Please send your resume to Roxanne Wideen at rwideen@efirehose.net. If you Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
If you would like to submit a coach wanted ad for your club, please email the completed Coach Wanted Ad Submission Form to info@skateabnwtnun.ca. Ads submitted using any alternative format to the submission form will be returned. Cost per ad is $25 per edition. Ads are also placed on the Section website as they are received.
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Duso’s Fresh Pasta & Sauces Extends Their Support of the Section At the 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Sectional Championships, the Section was pleased to announce an extension of its partnership with Duso’s Fresh Partner and Sauces. The Section announced that Duso’s has become a Gold Sponsor of the Section for the next two years. Since 2012 when Duso’s became a Silver Sponsor, the Section has worked closely with Duso’s to launch a variety of initiatives including the Duso’s Skater of the Month Bursary, Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month, Section Showcases, and the Volunteer Service Recognition program. And of course, many members have had the chance to enjoy Duso’s wonderful fresh pasta and sauces at various events! The increased support of Duso’s Fresh Pasta and Sauces will help will support the Section and its members in the following new initiatives. The Duso’s Skater of the Month bursary will be doubled to provide $100 bursaries to both a male and a female skater each month. Support for the Section Showcases will be increased enabling more skaters to benefit from performance opportunities. Duso’s is also pleased to support competitive skaters through the provision of bursaries that will be awarded to the Pre-Juvenile U11 and U14 Women, categories that were introduced as a result of LTAD. Duso’s recognizes the critical role that volunteers play in supporting our skaters. From those who assist clubs with fundraising efforts, to those who volunteer their time to do maintenance at the rinks, to grandparents of skaters who cheerfully lend a hand, volunteers are essential to the support of skaters, clubs and competitions. Duso’s will be continuing to recognize a “Helping Hand of the Month” award recipient. Finally, the Section announced that the Duso’s Choice Award for Pairs and Dance will be awarded at the 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Annual Awards Banquet. This award will include a $1,000 bursary. The criteria for this award will be shared in early 2014. “Having attended several of Skate Canada: Alberta‐NWT/Nunavut’s events since we began our partnership, we are very impressed with how our support is funnelled through the organization to the athletes and volunteers,” stated Raeanne Schachter of Duso’s Fresh Pasta & Sauces. “When the offer presented itself to increase our sponsorship with Skate Canada: Alberta‐NWT/Nunavut we didn’t hesitate, and are honoured to have the opportunity to support more young athletes in their pursuit of excellence.” Thank you, Duso’s Fresh Pasta and Sauces, for your continued support of Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut!
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Duso’s Skaters of the Month
NEW Duso’s Female Skater of the Month and Duso’s Male Skater of the Month Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut and Duso’s are pleased to offer the Skaters of the Month Awards to recognize female and male athletes. Duso’s is proud to present $100 bursaries to each Duso’s Female Skater of the Month and Duso’s Male Skater of the Month. Recipients will also receive recognition on the Section website and at the Section Awards Banquet. Nominations are accepted from Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut members and clubs for skaters they feel demonstrate the following criteria:
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Works hard Helps out whenever possible Loves what they do Assists the club in activities Helps other skaters Is a great role model and ambassador for figure skating
How to Submit Your Nomination: Complete the nomination form and submit to the Section office by the 15th of every month: Email: info@skateabnwtnun.ca Mail: Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut, 11759 Groat Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 3K6 Fax: 866-746-4981
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DUSO’S SKATERS OF THE MONTH Presented by
Skater of the Month Award Click for Nomination Form
Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut and Duso’s are pleased to offer the Skater of the Month Award. Duso’s is proud to present $100 to the recipient. Nominations are accepted from Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut members and clubs for a skater they feel demonstrates the following criteria: • • • •
Works hard Helps out whenever possible Loves what they do Assists the club in activities
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November 2013 Duso’s Skater of the Month Congratulations Stephanie Badry of the Athabasca FSC! Stephanie is an adult skater who assists the club through her dedication to the club members and its skaters. She volunteers with the CanSkate program and is a positive role model for all club skaters. Stephanie demonstrates how to get back into the sport after many years of not skating and she always maintains a positive outlook. Congratulations Stephanie for being November’s Duso’s Skater of the Month!
October 2013 Duso’s Skater of the Month Ceduna Magee Ice Palace FSC
Ceduna is a dedicated and passionate skater who always challenges herself and others to do their best. Her joy for skating is shown through her smile on the ice. Congratulations Ceduna on being selected as the October Duso’s Skater of the Month!
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DUSO’S HELPING HANDS OF THE MONTH Helping Hand of the Month Award
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Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut and Duso’s are pleased to offer the Helping Hand of the Month Award. Nominations are accepted from Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut members and clubs for a volunteer involved in any or all of the following activities: • • • • •
Club Board Member Carnival Program Assistant Competitions Test Days
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November 2013 Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month Congratulations Yvette Haggerty of the Athabasca FSC! Yvette has volunteered for a variety of positions in the club over the past few years and is currently the Treasurer on the Athabasca FSC’s Board. She helps to keep the club in motion by always lending a helping hand and providing assistance in almost any area of the club, especially with day to day activities, test days and club events. Yvette is a valued volunteer of the Athabasca FSC. Congratulations Yvette on being the September Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month!
October 2013 Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month Christel Senkoe Ice Palace FSC
Christel is a dedicated volunteer for the Ice Palace FSC. Her commitment and support for the club are shown through her dedication to the club board. As Volunteer Coordinator for the 2014 Sectional Championships, Christel contributed countless hours to ensuring a successful event. Congratulations Christel on being selected as the October Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month! Submit your nomination for upcoming Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month awards by the 15th of every month! Nomination forms can be found here. 39
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Warmest Wishes for a Happy Holiday Season and a Wonderful New Year! Holiday Office Hours Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Noon on December 24, 2014 - January 1, 2014 CLOSED Regular hours will commence on January 2, 2014.
Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut 11759 Groat Road NW Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3K6 Phone: (780) 415-0465 Fax: (780) 427-1734 Email: info@skateabnwtnun.ca
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