In the Loop
March 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2013-2014 Board of Directors & Section Office
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Alberta Figure Skating Foundation STARSkate Merit Award
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Athlete Development News & Views
2014 Canadian T ire National Skating Championships
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2014 Olympic Winter Games
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2014 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships
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2014 Alberta Winter Games
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2014 Arctic Winter Games
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2014 STARSkate & Adult Championships
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Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation
Section Showcases Presented by Duso’s Fresh Pasta & Sauces
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Special Olympics Wind-Up Gala
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Coaches Corner
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CanSkate Connection
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Around the Regions
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Clinics, Courses & Elections
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Duso’s Male & Female Skater of the Month
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Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month
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Golden Skaters
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Edmonton CS4L Summits
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Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
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Coach Wanted Ads
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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
(780) 415-0465 (866) 294-0663
Fax Toll-free Fax
(780) 427-1734 (866) 746-4981
Denise Fisher Executive Director
(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
Jessica Crighton Coordinator, Communications & Events
(780) 415-0465
jessica@skateabnwtnun.ca
Lisa Bonderove Coordinator, Coaching, Officials & Teams
(780) 415-0593
lisa@skateabnwtnun.ca
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info@skateabnwtnun.ca
45th Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Annual Convention, General Meeting & Awards Banquet Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort May 3, 2014
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
My Sport, My Dream
Presented by
Developing the Young Athlete: Key issues for Parents and Coaches Presented by Dr. Vicki Harber
Sport has a unique capacity to improve movement skills for our children, develop their resilience, teach them to be adaptable and how to learn from failure. For many children and adolescents, sport is not creating these vital learning opportunities largely due to an excessive focus on winning and excellence at very young ages. Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L) advocates for quality sport and physical activity, describing a developmentally appropriate approach for our young athletes. This interactive seminar will discuss a number of important issues surrounding the developing young athlete. These topics will include early specialization in a single sport, injury prevention for female athletes, the role of physical literacy and the coach-athlete relationship.
AWARDS BANQUET EMCEES
WORKSHOP Bringing It All Together! This workshop is a great opportunity for coaches, club executives, volunteers and parents to learn and explore the NEW CanSkate and STAR. Skate Canada Resource Team Members, Leona Boyle and Tammy Greidanus will be presenting on the NEW CanSkate program, and will be available to answer common questions. They will be providing coaches and club executives the tools necessary to be ready for the full implementation of the program in September 2014.
Jamie SalĂŠ
2002 Olympic Pairs Gold Medalist 2000 & 2002 Canadian Pairs Champion 2000 World Pairs Champion
A panel of Section representatives will delve into how to host STAR at your competition. Get tips on how coaches and club executives can run a successful event together. Also learn how to read and understand the STAR and competitive report cards.
Susan Humphreys
1997 Canadian National Champion 1994 Olympian
Get tips on how to run your own club CanSkate element event and resources to understand STAR for your skaters and club!
Don’t forget to book your hotel by April 4, 2014 to receive the discounted price! Early bird deadline is March 28, 2014 Visit our website at www.skateabnwtnun.ca to register! 4
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Matthew Yip Receives Alberta Figure Skating Foundation STARSkate 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 STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation. The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation STARSkate Merit Award and bursary were presented to Matthew Yip of the Crowchild FSC for his performance in the STAR 4 Boys - U13, and Men’s Introductory Interpretive events. 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. To watch Matthew’s performance from the 2014 STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating foundation click here. 5
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2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships
Twenty Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut athletes descended in Ottawa, for the 2014 Canadian Tire National Championships. It was an exciting week of skating as many of the country’s top skaters were vying for an Olympic berth. The Senior events started the week with Kaetlyn Osmond winning her second Canadian Championship, and a spot on the 2014 Canadian Olympic Team. Jessica Sergeant capped off her competitive career with a personal best and her best placement at a Canadian Championships. Keelee Gingrich and Davin Portz won the Canadian Championship title in Novice Pairs, following their win in the Pre-Novice Pairs event at the 2013 Skate Canada Challenge. The athletes were strong competitors, with some achieving personal bests, and first time jumps in competition and reaching their goals for the season. Congratulations on a season well done! Senior Women Jessica Sergeant (Extreme Edge SC)
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Nicole Joe (Calalta FSC)
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Drew Wolfe (The Glencoe Club)
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Christopher Mostert (Ice Palace FSC)
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Bryce Chudak (Calalta FSC)
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Aislinn Ganci (Sherwood Park FSC)
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Kendra Digness (Ice Palace FSC) & Eric Thiessen (Royal Glenora Club)
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Natascha Collier (Ice Palace FSC) & Lee Royer (Ice Palace FSC)
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Kaetlyn Osmond (Ice Palace FSC)
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Junior Women Taylor LeClaire (Ice Palace FSC)
Junior Men
Junior Pair Taylor LeClaire (Ice Palace FSC) & Christopher Mostert (Ice Palace FSC)
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Novice Women Triena Robinson (Royal Glenora Club)
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Novice Men Grayson Rosen (Fliteway FSC)
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Novice Pair Keelee Gingrich (The Glencoe Club) & Davin Portz (Calalta FSC)
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Novice Dance Ceduna Magee (Ice Palace FSC) & Lucas Kitteridge (King City SC) Nicola Salimova (Calalta FSC) & Paul Ayer (The Glencoe Club)
Bryce Chudak Coaches: Tammi Chudak & Scott Davis
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Kendra Digness & Eric Thiessen Coaches: Lynne Koper & Jessica Gosse
Nicola Salimova & Paul Ayer Coach: Kim Slopak-Weeks
For more information on the 2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships, please click here. 7
2014 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships GOLD Novice Pair Keelee Gingrich & Davin Portz Coaches: Anabelle Langlois & Cody Hay
Grayson Rosen Coach: Ron Kaiser
Nicole Joe Coach: Scott Davis
Triena Robinson Coach: Lise Kinding
GOLD Senior Women Kaetlyn Osmond Coach: Ravi Walia
Natascha Collier & Lee Royer Coach: Lynne Koper
Ceduna Magee & Lucas Kitteridge Coaches: David Islam & Kelly Johnson
Drew Wolfe Coach: Earnest Pryhitka
Taylor LeClaire & Christopher Mostert Coach: Jessica Gosse
Aislinn Ganci Coach: Terri Gallant
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Jessica Sergeant Coaches: Doug Schmierer & Angela Duffy
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2014 Olympic Winter Games How exciting to once again experience seeing one of our Section athletes competing at the Olympic Winter Games! Skating two full events, we couldn’t be more pleased, excited, and proud of Kaetlyn Osmond’s achievements this season. To compete in the Olympics is the dream of almost every Canadian. To be able to compete in the inaugural Team event and come home with a silver medal is pure icing on the cake. After a year of setbacks due to injury, Kaetlyn showed us the spirit and fight of an Olympian. Congratulations on a wonderful year Kaetlyn! Submitted by: Holly Henderson, Manager, Athlete Development For complete results and more information about the 2014 Olympic Winter Games, please click here.
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2014 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut was proud to send three synchronized skating teams to the 2014 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships. The Black Gold Open Team placed 5th overall, with 17 members from Calgary, Okotoks and Carstairs. Below, the team can be seen sporting their new leg warmers from Triple Flip that they received as a gift from the Section. The Lethbridge Ice Angels Novice Team placed 11th in their respective category with a great performance. The Lethbridge Ice Angels Intermediate Team placed 13th showing enthusiasm and spirit throughout their skate. For more information on the results of the 2014 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships, please click here.
Black Gold Open Team Calgary Synchronized Skating Club Alana Forbes, Alisa Nixon, Ashley O’Toole, Cassandra Kellsey, Danika Dugan, Haley Cadergren, Jillian Hughes, Jinelle St. Cyr, Katrina Gilroy, Kelsey Jordan, Krista Wright, Nicole Shulz, Majlis Theander, Melissa Hill, Stefanie Jessen, Sydney Benard Coaches: Monique St. Cyr and Andrea St. Cyr, Manager: Kristy Casebeer
Ice Angels Intermediate Team Lethbridge Skating Club Brenda Boxma, Mikayla Kaytor, ALlyson Carroll, AMber Beler, Bailey Whipple, Cara Heins, Jazlyn Tabachniuk, Jenay Kaytor, Jessica Roth, Jordyn Thompson, Julia Burton, Kelsey Flint, Lauralee Leishman, Lindsay deBoer, Taylor Thomas, Toha Heins Coaches: Nina Evans and Angela Mann, Manager: Terri Thomas
Ice Angels Novice Team Lethbridge Skating Club Taylor Thomas, Bailey Whipple, Chelsea Carroll, Danika Hanna, Hallie Malcolm, Jenna Vanderburgh, Jessica Watson, Kaelyn Hancock, Kelsey Flint, Kelsey Whipple, Kyra Getridge, Lauralee Leishman, Logan Thomas, Megan Ryan Coaches: Nina Evans and Angela Mann, Manager: Theresa Ryan
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2014 Alberta Winter Games Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut sent 57 skaters and 8 coaches to the 2014 Alberta Winter Games in Banff/Canmore, Alberta. There were some wonderful performances and personal bests, which made for an exciting event! Please click here for more information on the 2014 Alberta Winter Games. For a complete list of results, please click here.
Juvenile Medalists Gold - Willow Fedina, Royal Glenora SC Silver - Christine Coslovich, Cypress School of Skating Bronze - Brooke McAvena, Huntington Hills SC
Pre-Novice Medalists Gold - Keelee Gingrich, The Glencoe Club Silver - Amanda Wan, Royal Glenora SC Bronze - Theresa Ngo, Sherwood Park SC
STAR 5 Medalists Gold - Olivia Levesque, Noralta SC Silver - Kana Noguchi, Banff SC Bronze - Skye Whitford, Ponoka SC
Senior Bronze Medalists Gold - Carleigh Gorrigsen, Banff SC Silver - Terynn Jensen, Canmore SC Bronze - Darci Wilson, Grande Prairie SC
For more information on the skaters that represented Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut and competed at the 2014 Alberta Winter Games, please click here.
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2014 Arctic Winter Games Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut was proud to send 18 skaters and 5 coaches to the 2014 Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks, Alaska. The Section sent athletes from Alberta North, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. For the first time, The Section was represented by three teams. For complete results and more information about the 2014 Arctic Winter Games, please click here. For more information on the skaters that represented Skate Canada: AlbertaNWT/Nunavut and competed at the 2014 Arctic Winter Games, please click here. Featured below is a picture of all the skaters that represented Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut at the 2014 Arctic Winter Games.
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2014 STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation
The St. Albert Skating Centre hosted the 2014 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation earlier this month in St. Albert, Alberta. With the support from Alberta Sport Connection and Sport Canada, Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut welcomed over 20 Special Olympic skaters. Over 500 skaters competed at the 2014 STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation.
Congratulations are extended to the St. Albert Skating Centre for hosting this competition. To view archives of the competition footage, please click here. 14
2014 STARSkate & Adult Championships Presented by Alberta Figure Skating Foundation
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Section Showcases Presented by
Thank you to the Leduc FSC for hosting the North Section Showcase, and to the Pincher Creek SC for hosting the South Section Showcase. These showcases provide an opportunity for clubs to welcome highly ranked skaters and teams to their carnival. In 2014, with support from Duso’s Fresh Pasta and Sauces, skaters representing singles, pairs, dance, synchronized skating and Special Olympics highlighted club carnivals in Northern and Southern Alberta. If your club is interested in hosting a Section Showcase next year, please contact Yvonne Wolfe at ywolfe@telus.net
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Special Olympics Wind-Up Gala Special Olympics Figure Skating Calgary held a wind up gala for parents and friends on March 16, 2014. The skaters all performed their programs and the performance was followed by a family skate. Throughout the winter, 28 Special Olympic Calgary members met every Sunday to practice. The program has 13 dedicated volunteer coaches that help the skaters achieve their dreams.
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COACHES CORNER Coaching Association of Canada Update Please note the following message on behalf of the Coaching Association of Canada - www.coach.ca The Coaching Association of Canada, through its Women in Coaching program, is engaging in an international research initiative with Spain (lead researcher) and the UK in the hopes of presenting the findings at the International Working Group for Women in Sport in June 2014. The topic of our research is the psychosocial barriers to female participation in sport as referees and coaches. Specifically, the study examines male and female coaches’ and referees’ situation, careers, experience, and future perspectives in different sports and at different levels. Our aim is to identify aspects that need to be improved with the ultimate goal of proposing applied measures in this field. To achieve this objective, we have designed a questionnaire we would like distributed amongst female and male coaches and referees as possible. We appreciate any input you can provide by completing the following survey available in English only: Coaches Officials (Note: The template will indicate “referee” but this survey applies to all Officials) The estimated time needed for completing the whole questionnaire is 20 minutes. No personal contact information is collected.
Technical Updates The below update is now available on the Skate Canada website under Members Only > Technical & Programs 2014-2015 Singles, Pair, Ice Dance Program Requirements
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THE ‘CANSKATE CONNECTION’ Leona Boyle, Skate Canada CanSkate Resource Team Member, presented at the NEW CanSkate Update Clinic in Yellowknife, NWT on March 1, 2014. She gave the coaches, Program Assistant’s and Club Executive members an opportunity to see and feel the NEW program. The revised program implements the following LTAD principles: • Greater emphasis on speed and flexibility • Introduction of edges, turns, and stroking basics • Earlier and advanced opportunity for skill progression and repetition If you want to learn how to deliver the NEW CanSkate program using the Fast Track and Fun Zone, please click here.
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Around the Regions Skate Canada Achievement Awards were presented on March 18, 2014 at the Calgary Region Annual General Meeting to some of the Calgary region recipients. Below are the names of the award recipients in the picture (left to right) with details as to what awards they won. Congratulations to the Calgary Region Award Recipients! Elise Denning - Program Assistant Award Abigail McCasey - CanSkater of the Year Award Susan Bennett - Volunteer Award Carleigh Gorrigsen - STARSkate Athete Award (not in picture)
The Edmonton Region Annual General Meeting was also held on March 18, 2014 where the Region awards were also presented. Below are the names of the award recipients in the picture below. Congratulations to the Edmonton Region Award Recipients! Rena Hong - CanSkate Athlete Award Erin Pettapiece - Program Assistant Award Chris Houle - Volunteer Award Michelle Currie - Volunteer Coach Award Tressa Sabo - Competitive Skate Athlete Award Marg Andriuk - Officials Award
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Clinics & Courses NCCP ISPC Courses April 30 - May 4, 2014 Edmonton, AB Registration deadline: April 2, 2014 Click here for more information.
NCCP Primary STARSkate Course June 6-8, 2014 Edmonton, AB Registration deadline: May 1, 2014 Click here for more information.
Elections
The elections for the Section Board of Directors is April 5, 2014. Nominations are being accepted for Secretary/Treasurer, Vice Chair and Officials Coordinating Chair. The elections will take place at the Annual General Meeting in Edmonton, AB on May 3, 2014. Please click here for more information.
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DUSO’S SKATERS OF THE MONTH Presented by
February 2014 Duso’s Male Skater of the Month Congratulations Daxton Rieder of the Redcliff SC! Daxton is a CanSkater who has been skating for two years with the club. He rarely misses a session, and always comes with a smile on his face. His enthusiasm on the ice and respect for the coaches is admirable. Daxton continuously tries his best to perform all skills properly, and is a great role model for the other skaters. Congratulations Daxton for being February’s Duso’s Male Skater of the Month!
February 2014 Duso’s Female
Skater of the Month
Congratulations Alex Macleod of the Red Deer SC! Alex skates 5 days a week and is actively involved in all of her club endeavours. Her passion for the sport of figure skating shines through her willingness to give of herself and seemingly endless energy to all she comes in contact with. Alex is an enthusiastic, respectful, and inspiring role model to her three little sisters and the rest of her club. Congratulations Alex for being February’s Duso’s Female Skater of the Month! December 2013 Duso’s Skater of the Month Jewel Tuckey Fort Smith SC
January 2014 Duso’s Male Skater of the Month Steven Paslawsky Royal Glenora Club
January 2014 Duso’s Female Skater of the Month Triena Robinson Royal Glenora Club
Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut and Duso’s are pleased to offer the Female and Male Skater of the Month Award. Duso’s is proud to present $100 to each 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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Helps other skaters Is a great role model and ambassador for figure skating
Submit your nomination for upcoming Duso’s Female and Male Skater of the Month awards by the 15th of every month! Nomination forms can be found here. 24
DUSO’S HELPING HANDS OF THE MONTH Presented by
February 2014 Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month Congratulations Cheryl Schaub of the Calgary Synchronized Skating Club! Cheryl volunteered as Chair of the 2014 Rosebowl Synchronized Skating Competition. As a former skater, and executive member for the Calalta SC, she brought tremendous leadership and insight into the operation and organization of the event from a skater’s, spectator’s and officials perspective. Cheryl has assisted in the success of the club and growth of the sport of synchronized skating. Congratulations Cheryl on being February’s Duso’s Helping Hand of the Month!
January 2014
December 2013
Alexa Linekar Fort Smith SC
Jewel Tuckey Fort Smith SC
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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Section Activities Day-to-Day Club Activities Club Events Other
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. 25
Golden Skaters Congratulations to these Golden Skaters! If you would like to recognize a skater, friend, or family member for passing any of their gold tests, please send the online waiver and photo to info@skateabnwtnun.ca
Haley Campbell Bonnyville FSC Skating Skills & Dance
Stevie-Lee Temple Grovedale FSC Dance
Erika Becotte Norlight SC Dance
Rachel Rarick Ponoka SC Dance & Interpretive
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Edmonton CS4L Summits Physical Literacy Workshops
Physical Literacy is being recognized now more than ever as an important component of sport, recreation, health and education within Canada. Learning how to incorporate physical activity enriched activities into a variety of settings, will enhance performance, increase active participation, as well as reduce the risk of injury. These activities can be easily implemented by a coach, teacher, leader or parent. Dr. Dean Kriellaars, a member of the Canadian Sport for Life Leadership Team, will be facilitating three Physical Literacy Workshops in Edmonton on May 15-16, 2014. These sessions will provide valuable insights for recreation professionals, coaches, educators, and health professionals. For more information, please click here.
2014 Skate Canada ACGM & NCC The 2014 Skate Canada Annual Convention and General Meeting and National Coaches’ Conference is being hosted by the Quebec Section in Quebec City, Quebec May 28-31, 2014. There will be the opportunity to exchange ideas, build friendships, discover new initiatives and create a future roadmap for skating. For more information on the 2014 Skate Canada ACGM & NCC, please click here. To register, please go to Members Only > Events & ACGM > 2014 ACGM and NCCC > ACGM/NCC Online Registration.
Sport Medicine Council of Alberta Come to beautiful Canmore, AB to experience SMCA’s K2A Conference May 15-17, 2014. This year’s conference has been designed to enhance practitioner’s knowledge in the lower extremity: Knee to the ankle. Through a variety of lecture style and practice sessions, attendees will gain information and skills that can be immediately incorporated into practice, turning knowledge into action. For more information, please visit their website. 27
My Sport, My Dream EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION EXTENDED:
MARCH 28, 2014
45th Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Annual Convention, General Meeting & Awards Banquet Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort Edmonton, Alberta May 3, 2014 28
Not-for-Profit Corporations Act Skate Canada Impact
In October 2011, Canada’s federal government passed legislation that made significant updates to the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act. The motivation behind this legislation, was to modernize non-profit governance, strengthen member rights, allow new technologies to be used in governance and to reduce administrative burden. All amendments necessary to enable Skate Canada to achieve compliance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (CNCA) will come into effect October 2014. Skate Canada will be taking steps to ensure that a proper course of action is taken. The first phase will be to reduce and consolidate the number of membership classes. The CNCA will strengthen member rights, which will make having too many membership classes or non-voting membership classes problematic. The rationale behind the amendments to the Bylaws of Skate Canada, is to create an inclusive organization. For more information on the CNCA and how it will be affecting Skate Canada please go to Skate Canada’s Members Only > What’s New > 2014 Rule Amendments.
Coach Wanted Ads Beaumont Skating Club Beaumont is a fast growing community located just a step away from Edmonton, AB. As the community, grows so does the Beaumont Skating Club (BSC). It is very exciting times for our club as we are now in a position to offer two exciting opportunities for coaching - a CanSkate Certified Coach and a Primary STARSkate Trained Coach (minimum) to partner with us to make skating dreams come true for children and adults in the our community. Positions would commence for September 2014 but if you are able to start for the remaining part of our 2013/2014 season we would love to have you. Requirements: Position #1 – CanSkate Certified • CanSkate Certified (minimum) (CanSkate Trained may be considered) • Ability to provide instruction in all aspects of the CanS kate program • Hold a current Skate Canada Professional Membership • Willingness to submit a Criminal Record check • Valid First Aid Certificate • Background check as per Skate Canada regulations
Position #2 – Primary STARSkate Trained (Minimum) • NCCP Primary STARSkate Trained Coach (Minimum) • Ability to provide instruction in all Skate Canada Pro grams in both group and private lesson settings (includ ing the new CanSkate Program) • Hold a current Skate Canada Professional Membership • Willingness to submit a Criminal Record check • Valid First Aid Certificate • Background check as per Skate Canada regulations
The successful candidate will: • Flexible nature resulting in creative skating solutions • Outstanding work ethic and commitment to success of the CanSkate and STARSkate Programs • Openness to other coaches, parents, skaters, and executive thoughts, comments, and recommendations shared in formal and informal settings • Excellent work ethic and good time management skills • Willingness to share their experience and recommendations to enable club growth and reputation • Ability to provide instruction in all Skate Canada programs that you are qualified to coach Please send your resume to Jenelle Deputat at beaumontskatingclub@shaw.ca Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
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Coach Wanted Ads Glendon Skating Club Our club is located in Northern Alberta approximately 2 hours northeast of Edmonton. We currently have about 21 skaters, all under the age of 11. The successful candidate will: • Provide instruction in all Skate Canada Programs: CanSkate and Junior STARSkate, and can coach all levels of skills, dance, interpretive and free skate disciplines in a group or private format • Be very organized, enthusiastic and dedicated • Be a team player • Have the ability to interact, communicate and work professionally with skaters of all ages and levels, other coaches, executive members and parents Requirements: • CanSkate Certified • Primary STARSkate Certified • A photocopy of your Skate Canada Professional Coaching Membership Card • Police Clearance Check • First Aid Certificate • Making Ethical Decisions Please send your resume to Angela Werstiuk at mattnang@hotmail.com Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
Cremona Skating Club Our club is located in Central Alberta, half an hour north of Cochrane. We have approximately 60 skaters with about half being CanSkaters. Our club’s focus is to improve, encourage and enhance skating in our community. We are looking for 1 to 2 coaches for the 2014/2015 season and will offer competitive salary and mileage. The successful candidate will: • Provide instruction in all Skate Canada Programs: CanSkate and Junior STARSkate, and can coach all levels of skills, dance, interpretive and free skate disciplines in a group or private format • Be very organized, enthusiastic and dedicated • Be a team player • Have the ability to interact, communicate and work professionally with skaters of all ages and levels, other coaches, executive members and parents Requirements: • CanSkate Certified • Primary STARSkate Certified or higher • Be in good standing with NCCP certification • A photocopy of your Skate Canada Professional Coaching Membership Card • Police Clearance Check • First Aid Certificate Please send your resume to Rhonda Fairbairn at rfairbairn@velocitynetworks.ca Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
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Coach Wanted Ads Ice Palace Figure Skating Club The Ice Palace Figure Skating Club is currently accepting applications for an NCCP ISPC certified coach to join our team of professional coaches. We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated professional who is supportive of team coaching. Start date is June 2014 (negotiable). The Ice Palace FSC is a well-established club operating primarily out of the West Edmonton Mall and the Terwilligar Community Recreation Centre. We offer 65 hours of ice per week to over 1200 skaters from CanSkate to international level skaters. Information about our club is available on our website at www.icepalace.ca. Please send your resume with references to: Ravi Walia Director of Skating rwalia@icepalace.ca
Fairview Silver Blades Skating Club The Fairview Silver Blades Skating Club located in Fairview, Alberta is currently taking applications for the position of club coach for the 2014/2015 skating season. We are located 75 minutes north of Grande Prairie in the heart of the Peace Country. Our season runs from mid-September until the end of March. We have approximately 20 STARskaters ranging in age from 10 to 17 years old, and approximately 20-30 CanSkaters aged 3 to 10 years old. The successful will: • Be a team player capable of working with the executive and skaters to keep our club a vibrant organization Requirements: • CanSkate Certified • A photocopy of your Skate Canada Professional Coaching Membership Card • Police Clearance Check • First Aid Certificate • Making Ethical Decisions Please send your resume to Jeffrey Hoyem at jeffrey.hoyem@ualberta.net 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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Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut recognizes its partners, supporters and sponsors for supporting figure skating in our Section. 33
ISU WORLD Figure Skating Championships速 GOOD LUCK KAETLYN!
Saitama, Japan | March 24 - 30, 2014 For a complete broadcast schedule, please go to www.cbc.ca
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