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Cross Country Canada Welcomes Four New Members to Board of Directors

A quartet of passionate and dedicated individuals from across the country has joined the Board of Directors of Cross Country Canada, the governing body for cross-country skiing.

 With a goal of contributing to the strategy of putting more Canadian athletes on the international podium, while introducing more Canadians to cross-country skiing in all corners of the country, Cross Country Canada welcomed Al Pilcher (Ottawa, ON); Peter Lloyd (Chelsea, QC.); Dan Brisbin (Saskatoon, SK); and Greg Kilroy (Thunder Bay, ON) to its Board of Directors.

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Cross Country Canada's Board of Directors, staff, athletes and volunteers all thank Maureen Kershaw and Jean Bristow for their contribution and commitment to growing the sport of cross-country skiing across Canada.

Both Maureen and Jean have officially stepped down from serving as committee chairs and members of the CCC Management Committee following the organization's 2011 Annual General Meeting in Quebec, June 11-13.

Maureen, who has chaired the Women on Skis Committee for over 10 years, has played a critical role in growing and shaping programs and policies that have helped CCC to ensure equality of opportunity for girls and women as participants, competitors, coaches, officials and leaders in cross-country skiing.

Jean, who has been a volunteer for Nordic clubs and programs for more than two decades, contributed five years of service as Chair of the Clubs and Membership Committee, helping CCC to foster membership growth and club development.

Maureen and Jean's knowledge, passion and commitment to the organization will be very difficult to replace.  Over then next while, CCC will work to refine the terms of reference for these committees and seek new chairs to carry out similar initiatives.

CCC thanks Maureen and Jean for their service.  We are certain to see them at Cross Country Canada's events in the future.

Cross Country Canada 2011 Awards

The following individuals were recognized at the 2011 Cross Country Canada AGM for their outstanding contribution to promoting and supporting the sport of cross-country skiing in Canada.

Firth Award

Susan Holloway, Ottawa ON

Dave Rees Award (Co-Winners)

Reiio Puiras, Thunder Bay, ON

Dale Swanson, Calgary, Alberta

Volunteer of the Year Award (Co-Winners)

John Stephenson, Yellowknife, NWT

Gerry Rideout, Newfoundland and Labrador

Media of the Year Award

Anton Scheier, Ottawa, ON

Sponsor of the Year Award

Haywood Securities Inc.

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Cross Country Canada's Business Plan 2011/12 Now Available Online!

Much was accomplished in 2010/11 as CCC progressed significantly toward mid-term objectives set out in our Strategic Plan "It's Our Time".  Progress over the past year was attributable to hard work and to improved organization and management.  Small organizational changes and improved support for management, staff and volunteers resulted in improved alignment and efficiency, which led to accelerated achievement and growth.

The focus of operations in 2011/12 will be to manage growth to ensure that we are maximizing our potential while ensuring that commitments are sustainable.  This will be achieved by carefully increasing capacity where needed and providing additional support to the many people who dedicate time and energy to helping CCC achieve its goals.

Business Plan 2011/12

Para-Nordic: A Dream Come True

My name is Jeanie Rochon from Chelmsford, Ontario. I am 16 years old and I have Spina Bifida which prevents me from walking. Three years ago I took up Para-Nordic skiing and just fell in love with the sport. At the time I applied for a dream wish through the Sunshine Foundation. My dream was to meet the cast of the High School Musical but that did not work out. I felt a bit upset that my dream did not come true, but I did not give up. I decided to try a second time for meeting the Jonas Brothers but sadly this dream was also turned down. I kept my head held high and tried a third time. This time I knew exactly what I wanted, it was my own sit ski. My reason for asking for a sit ski was because it was an essential piece of equipment for my favourite sport and it was useful for my skiing career.

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Quote of the Month

"It's been an amazing experience. I've had great coaching, met wonderful people from all over the world, and had the opportunity to pursue excellence with fantastic support. But there are many things to do in life and I feel that it's time to pursue other goals and spend more time with my family."

...Jody Barber on her retirement from Canada's Para-Nordic Team

Did you Know......

Ø  The Canadian Paralympic Committee held its first-ever excellence series in Ottawa in May. The four-day event brought together many of the nation's highest-profile Paralympic athletes, coaches and high-performance directors.

Ø  Jody Barber racked up six IPC World medals and one IPC World Championship podium in her three-year cross-country skiing career.

Sixteen Years and Counting!

Annah Hanthorn of Ft McPherson, NWT was nominated by the NWT Ski Division for NWT Junior Athlete of the Year for Sport North Awards.  Annah is definitely an athlete to watch!

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