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2013 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships
The past weekend saw many spectacular performances! Forty-eight teams from across Canada competed at WinSport Canada's Athletic and Ice Complex for the top spots and a chance to qualify for the ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships in April 2013.
The Edmonton Edge finished 5th in the Intermediate category. In the Open category Black Gold Synchro finished 8th and the Lethbridge Ice Angels finished 10th.
For complete results click here.
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2013 STARSkate Championships
From March 1-3, 2013, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta will play host to the top STARSkate and Adult athletes in the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Section.
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2013 Region Coaching Representative Vacancies: Central & South
The Region Coaching Representative positions for the Central and South Region are currently vacant. The Region Coaching Representative represents the perspectives of member coaches of their respective Region to the Section Coaching Committee and the Region Committee. Please review the casual vacancy postings for complete details. The deadline to express your interest by letter and/or resume is April 5, 2013.
Central Coaching Representative
South Coaching Representative
2013 Section Board of Directors
The following positions for election to the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Board of Directors are: Chair, Vice Chair (odd year), Skating Programs Committee Chair and Events Committee Chair. These positions participate and oversee committees throughout the Section. The election will take place on May 4, 2013 at the Section ACGM is Red Deer.
Please view the complete nomination package for the Board of Directors - nomination package
The deadline for nominations to the Board of Directors is April 5, 2013.
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Registration Open for the 2013 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Annual Conference, General Meeting and Awards Banquet
Sheraton Red Deer Hotel
May 4, 2013
Emcees: Jamie Sal� and Barb MacDonald
RESERVATIONS (Sheraton Red Deer Hotel):
EVENT REGISTRATION
Registration Form
Early Bird Registration Deadline: March 18, 2013
(Early Bird prize is a free one night stay at the Sheraton Red Deer Hotel)
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The deadline for the Skate Canada and Section Awards is March 1, 2013.
NEW Online Award Application Process
The Skate Canada Achievement Awards have been moved to an online system for the 2012-2013 season!
All members can access the new online award application system, which can be found at www.skatecanada.ca under Members Only > What's New > Skate Canada Achievement Awards.
If you know a deserving candidate, now is your chance to go ahead and nominate them in the following categories:
- Skate Canada Program Assistant Award
- Skate Canada CanSkater Award
- Skate Canada STARSkate Athlete Award
- Skate Canada Volunteer Award of Excellence
- Skate Canada Section Officials Award
- Skate Canada Officials Award of Excellence
- Elizabeth Swan Memorial Award
- Skate Canada CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award
- Skate Canada Section Volunteer Coach Award
- Skate Canada Club & Recreation Coach Award of Excellence
- Skate Canada Competitive Coach Award of Excellence
Tips on How to Complete the Nomination Forms
- Ensure you have obtained the nominee's Skate Canada number
- Read the description of the award and criteria prior to completing the nomination form
- Be SPECIFIC in the accomplishments of the nominee
- HIGHLIGHT SOMETHING UNIQUE or special about the nominee and their contributions to skating
- Detail what makes the nominee stand out in your club
- Has the nominee gone above and beyond for a member and/or their club
- Contact your Region Representative or the Section Office for assistance
Section Awards and Bursaries
Application forms available now on the Section website!
25 & 50 Year Service Award for Coaches, Officials & Volunteers
25 & 50 Year Club Award
Marilyn Chidlow Club Volunteer Award
Creating the Edge for Life Award
Triumph Award
Spirit & Passion for Skating Award
Special Olympics Skater of the Year Award
Alberta Figure Skating Foundation Awards
Triple Gold Awards  are awarded to skaters who have completed any three disciplines of Free Skate, Dance, Skating Skills, or Interpretive at the Gold Level and are members of the AFSF as of January 1, 2013.
Quadruple Gold Awards are awarded to skaters who have completed all four disciplines of Free Skate, Dance, Skating Skills, and Interpretive at the Gold Level and are members of the AFSF as of January 1, 2013.
Triple/Quad Gold Award Application Form
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News and Views from Athlete Development
Kaetlyn Osmond Prepares for the 2013 ISU World Figure Skating Championships
Kaetlyn will compete next at the 2013 ISU World Figure Skating Championships in London, Ontario from March 11-17, 2013.
Tweet your good luck wishes @kaetlyn_23
For complete event details, click here.
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Competition Bids
Competition Bid Packages have been posted on the Section website. The Invitationals Competition bid has been updated as of February 27, 2013.
Click to view the Competition Bid Packages.
Deadline to submit a competition bid is March 1, 2013.
February 27, 2013 Competition Restructure Update
The revised competition grid structure has been updated. Check it out here.
2012-2013 Competition Grid
Click here to see the updated competition grid as of February 5, 2013.
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2013 Silver Skate Festival 
The Gateway Skating Club was pleased to participate in the 2013 Silver Skate Festival in Edmonton, which was held February 16-18 and 23-24, 2013. Skaters of all ages from the Gateway SC performed group numbers and individual jumps and spins to showcase the sport of figure skating. It was an exciting two weekends of performances for the Gateway SC skaters.
Region AGMs and Elections
Throughout March, all Regions will be holding their annual Region AGM meetings where members of the region gather to review the skating season, share success stories, announce the achievement award recipients for the region and Skate Canada updates are provided. Elections for each Region Committee also occur at these meetings and nominations are taken from the floor. Please review the Region Nomination Package for information.
Most of the Region AGM meetings are held face-to-face, however some meetings are held via conference call. The Region AGM meeting dates are:
March 11 - Northwest Region
March 19 - Edmonton Region
March 21 - Peace Region
March 23 - Central Region and South Region
March 24 - Northeast Region
April 3 - Calgary Region
TBD - NWT Region
All dates are subject to change.
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CanSkate Connection
I encourage all coaches and club administrators to try a slightly new approach to working with your very beginner skaters. A component of the NEW CanSkate program is Pre-CanSkate, previously referred to as a preschool program for ages 3-5. In the new system Pre-CanSkate is a readiness vehicle geared for anyone who has never skated before or is not confident with their balance, regardless of age. Pre-CanSkate focuses on 8 basic skills (many of the prior stage 1 skills) in a confined area of the ice. The goal is to integrate skaters to the mainstream so that they may rotate to the learning stations as soon as their skills and confidence progress. The format for incorporating Pre-CanSkate will depend on each clubs unique scenario. More information including sample Pre-CanSkate lesson plans and circuits can be found in the NEW CanSkate Manual.
Tammy Greidanus
CanSkate Resource Team Member
tammylg@shaw.ca
Leona Boyle
CanSkate Resource Team Member
Sk8leona@telus.net
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The Officials Stand
Congratulations to Section Judges Officiating at Upcoming International Competitions
Jodi Abbott (2013 ISU Junior World Figure Skating Championships)
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 Duso's Section Showcase
Proudly Presented By
Showcase North
Hosted by the Edson FSC
Edson, Alberta
Saturday, March 16, 2013 @ 3:00 pm
Special thank you to Tim Hortons
Showcase South
Hosted by the Claresholm FSC
Saturday, March 23, 2013 @ 3:30 pm
Special thank you to the Claresholm Lions Club, Royal Canadian Legion, Kinette Club and the Sons of Norway
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"Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened."
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2013 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut STARSkate ChampionshipsMarch 1-3, 2013 Rocky Mountain House, AB Ice Fest Synchronized Skating InvitationalMarch 9, 2013 Carstairs, AB Western Regional Adult Championships
March 8-10, 2013 Kelowna, BC
ISU World Figure Skating ChampionshipsMarch 11-17, 2013 London, ON Event Website
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CanSkate Revisions Workshop
March 2, 2013 Cold Lake, AB Register Now
2013 Alberta Sport and Physical Activity Leadership SummitApril 18-20, 2013 Banff Centre, AB
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NCCP Instruction/Beginner CanSkate Course
March 29-31, 2013 St. Albert, AB Register Now 
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2013 Adult Figure Skating Championships Updates
The following documents have been updated on Members Only:
- Draft Schedule of Events
- Updated Technical Information
- Updated Announcement
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Save the Date!
The Section Casino will be held on August 1-2, 2013 at the Ice Palace Casino in Edmonton, Alberta.
Volunteer opportunities will be included in the next issue of 'In the Loop'.
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Cremona SC
Is looking for an NCCP Primary STARSkate Certified coach. [More]
Use the Coach Wanted Ad Submission Form to submit your ad. The submission deadline is the 1st of each month. Cost per ad is $25 per edition. Email ads to info@skateabnwtnun.ca.
To see more coach wanted ads
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Check out our ALUMNI Webpage
The Alumni webpage is used to communicate between the Alumni community and Skate Canada regarding information, updates and events. |
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Building Enhanced Collaboration Between Recreation and Sport
Canadian Parks and Recreation Association & Don Hunter
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Quality Sport and Physical Activity for All Canadians: Five Year Activation Strategy
CS4L
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