Marilyn. Greetings from the Chairperson: Inside: - CanPowerSkate Coaches Clinic Application - Juvenile Judging Clinic Application

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1 2205 Victoria Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0S4 Phone (306) Fax (306) Web Site: Greetings from the Chairperson: Energy and persistence conquers all things -Benjamin Franklin This next month is going to be very busy for skaters, parents, coaches, officials and volunteers not only in our province but for the country, as competitions are being held. This week the following skaters will be attending the 2008 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships in Vancouver, B.C. from January 15 th 20 th : Junior Pairs - Paige Lawrence (Wawota SC) and Rudi Sweigers (Wawota SC), Junior Women - Brooke Ellis (Rockglen SC), and Junior Men - Brandon Prete (Naicam SC). Attending the 2008 BMO Skate Canada Junior Nationals in Ottawa, Ont. from January 30 th to February 1 st, will be Pre- Novice Dance - Tessa Hill (Moose Jaw SC) and Garrett Gosselin (Skate Regina), Novice Dance - Jillian and Jonathan Okrainetz (Skate Saskatoon). Garrett will also be competing in Novice Men. The Yorkton Skating Club will be very busy hosting the 2008 SaskEnergy STARSkate Championships from January24th 27 th, Inside: - CanPowerSkate Coaches Clinic Application - Juvenile Judging Clinic Application Clubs Only: - MAP Grant Follow Up Reports Saskatoon to host the 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships SASKATOON, SK: Skate Canada and BMO Financial Group announced today (December 5 th, 2007) that Saskatoon will host the 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships. The event will be held Jan , 2009 at Credit Union Centre. Skate Canada is excited to bring the 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships to Saskatoon, said Skate Canada Director of Sponsorship and Marketing, Debbi Wilkes. Figure skating spectators in the city have previously had the opportunity to see World and Olympic medalists in the making at events here. Next year should be no exception as this event is only one year away from the actual naming of the 2010 Winter Olympic team. It will be a true test of our athletes Olympic mettle. As well, invitational competitions within our provincial regions will begin. At this time I want to extend best wishes for personal success to all the skaters attending these competitions. Enjoy every moment! Marilyn The Weber BBQ Shop 1905 Quebec Street, Saskatoon (306)

2 We look forward to welcoming skating fans and future skating stars to Saskatoon for the 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships, said Ken Segboer, Vice-President, BMO Bank of Montreal, Saskatchewan. This marks the second time Saskatoon will host the Canadian Championships since we began our partnership with Skate Canada in BMO employees in Saskatoon will devote just as much of their time and energy to this exciting competition as they did at the previous event in In 2003 Emanuel Sandhu, Jennifer Robinson, and Shae-Lynn Bourne and Victor Kraatz won the Canadian title in their disciplines. Bourne and Kraatz were crowned World Champions a few weeks later in Washington, DC, becoming the first Canadian ice dancers to win a world title. The 10-time Canadian Ice Dance Champions, Bourne & Kraatz, were in Saskatoon for the announcement. This city holds a special place in our hearts, because we won our final Canadian title here, said Shae-Lynn Bourne. The people gave us such a heart-felt response. It was a tremendous send-off in 2003, and we went on to win the world title later that year. Victor Kraatz outlined what it means to compete for a Canadian title. The level of skating at these championships is outstanding, because as an athlete, you are competing for a place on the National Team and at the World Championships. Every athlete who will skate in Saskatoon in 2009 wants the opportunity to represent our country as Canadian champion. We are excited to be hosting the best and brightest Canadian skaters once again in Saskatoon, just five years after hosting it in 2003, said Tourism Saskatoon President and CEO Todd Brandt. This is testament to the strong support shown by Saskatoon for figure skating. It will be just over a year to the 2010 Olympics so expect to see strong competition on the ice and quality performances! Credit Union Centre is very excited to once again host the BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships in January 2009, commented Ken Wood, Executive Director, Credit Union Centre. Saskatchewan has a strong following for the sport of figure skating and this prestigious event is sure to provide them with exciting performances. We look forward to working with Skate Canada along with the local volunteers and organizers to make this event a memorable success. Approximately 150 skaters in women s, men s, pair and ice dance disciplines compete at the senior and junior levels at the BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships. The athletes will vie for spots on the Skate Canada national team, the Skate Canada junior national team and the Canadian teams that will compete at the 2009 ISU World Figure Skating Championships, ISU Four Continents Championships and ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships. This marks the third time Saskatoon will host the Canadian Championships. The city previously held the event in 2003 and Saskatoon was also the site of the 2001 Skate Canada International ISU Grand Prix. All-event ticket packages for the 2009 BMO Canadian Figure Skating Championships will go on sale early in February NCCP Level 4/5 Coaching Tasks Level 3 Technical / Level 4 Task 9: Advanced Skills Training in Singles Plan, conduct and evaluate a variety of practical coaching sessions (planning a practice, analyzing performance) of skills training for competitive figure skaters in singles. Presenter: Doug Leigh Date: Monday, January 21 st, 2008 Time: 9:00 16:00 Location: Burnaby, BC Burnaby 8 Rinks 6501 Sprott St. Level 4 Task 8: Psychological Preparation of the Athlete Develop, implement and refine a mental training program / performance plan for competitive figure skaters to mentally prepare for training in the pre-competitive, competitive and postcompetitive phases. Presenter: Dr. Penny Werthner Date: Sunday, February 3 rd, 2008 Time: 8:30 16:30 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Westin Hotel 11 Colonel By Drive For more information contact Shannon Youmelle, Coaching Administrator at syoumelle@skatecanada.ca or , ext

3 Skaters should embody the qualities considered to be a champion commitment, perseverance, dedication, passion, triumph and talent. CanSkate Champions Medal Program The BMO Financial Group CanSkate Champions Medal Program encourages the development of our future Canadian skaters. Over 4,000 medals are distributed to CanSkaters nationwide each year. Each Skate Canada member skating club will have the opportunity to award THREE medals to CanSkate level skaters in their club. Two medals will be awarded to CanSkaters who demonstrate commitment, perseverance, dedication, passion and spirit. The third medal will be awarded to the BMO Financial Group CanSkater of the Year. This award will emphasize skating talent, progression through the CanSkate program and accomplishments. Medal Criteria BMO CanSkater of the Year Skater must be 8 years of age or under and currently enrolled in a CanSkate program. Emphasis will be on talent and skill achievement coupled with the spirit of skating. These skaters will have the desire to continue and succeed in skating. BMO CanSkate Champions Skate must be enrolled in a CanSkate program. Emphasis will be on personal achievement or accomplishments, BMO Financial Group CanSkater of the Year Program Club winners of the BMO Financial Group CanSkater of the Year medal will become eligible to win the BMO Financial Group Section CanSkater of the Year award. The 13 Section winners will make up the Lucky 13 BMO Financial Group CanSkaters of the Year. These 13 skaters will be awarded a BMO Financial Group skating package. One of the Lucky 13 BMO Financial Group CanSkaters of the Year will be chosen as the BMO Financial Group CanSkater of the Year and receive a trip to Skate Canada s ACGM and be highlighted during their Achievement Awards Gala in Regina, May 30 th, Submissions for BMO Financial Group CanSkate of the Year are due February 1 st, Applications are available on-line at under News. Juvenile Judging Clinic We would like to invite you to attend a Juvenile Judging Clinic being held in Saskatoon, March 1 st 2 nd, 2008 in conjunction with the SaskTel Jean Norman Competition. We are very excited about offering this clinic in this format. You will be on site with the competition and have the opportunity to trial both in the 6.0 system and the new CPC system. Following the trialing of the events you will have the opportunity to discuss the event along with the results with feedback from the clinic conductor. You may also want to trail other events at SaskTel Jean Norman at the conclusion of the clinic. This is a great opportunity and a great way to start on your path of judging. We have included a free ticket for you to attend the Sask. Stars of Ice Show on Sat. evening. You will have the chance to see our provincial winners and those who competed at Canadians and Jr. National s in singles, dance and pairs. We have a lot of talent in Saskatchewan and we are proud to showcase them. I hope you can clear your schedules and attend this clinic. I will be in attendance for those who have any questions regarding the process of promotions. Please fill in the application and return by closing date. I would suggest you

4 make your accommodation plans immediately as Saskatoon is a very busy city. The Sandman Inn, Day s Inn and Bessbourgh are the three hotels where you will get a reduced cost. When making your reservation please tell them it is for the SaskTel Jean Norman Skating Competition for Skate Canada, Sask. Section. We have reduced the cost of the clinic by having the Saskatchewan Section subsidize it. Our officials are the very important to us and it is impertinent that we increase our numbers to keep up with the demand of the skaters. If you have any questions please contact Carla Laevens (Evaluators / Judges Chairperson) at (306) , cmlaevens@sasktel.net or the Section Office at (306) , sk.skate@sasktel.net. This will, in all likelihood, be the only Juvenile clinic offered this year, so we are anticipating a full clinic. Please fill in your applications NOW. Please find an application form for your convenience. (306) CanPowerSkate Coaches Clinic February 8 th 9 th, 2008 Naicam, Saskatchewan Eligibility Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older at the time of the clinic Must have a valid First Aid certificate Must have 3M NCCP Level 1 Theory Must have 3M NCCP Level 1 Technical Phase 1 or higher in Figure Skating or Development 1 Hockey or Level 2 Ringette Technical Must be a Skate Canada Professional Coaching Member (available on-line at under Coaching News) Hockey skates are mandatory. Registration Deadline: February 1 st, 2008 Cost: $ An application form has been enclosed for your convenience or available on-line at under Events and Coaching. HomeSense STARSkater of the Month The HomeSense STARSkater of the Month contest returned this month for all registered STARSkaters. HomeSense, the presenting sponsor of the Skate Canada STARSkate program, first launched the contest in 2004 and more than 200 skaters have been recognized through the contest. Contestants must have a valid Skate Canada membership number to be eligible to enter. The STARSkate program offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. As presenter of Skate Canada's STARSkate program, HomeSense supports over 1,400 community skating clubs nationwide where magic is created by kids participating in one of Canada s favourite national pastimes. There will be 13 STARSkaters, one from each Skate Canada section, selected each month from December 2007 to March All winners will receive a $100 HomeSense Gift Certificate and will have their names published on Skate Canada s website and in Skate Canada s enewsletter Above the Crowd. Eligibility: Entrant must be registered in the STARSkate program and have a valid Skate Canada membership number. Employees of HomeSense, subsidiaries, affiliated companies, and agents and the immediate family (defined as parents, spouse, children, siblings, grandparents) of each such employees, and all those with whom such employees are domiciled, are NOT eligible. All information must be completed on the form for the entry to be considered. Entries are void if incomplete For more details or entry forms can be found online at

5 Want to Hold a High Test Day? Perdue Oasis... "Jewel in the Crown" "..condition of the greens, fairways and Tee boxes...best in Saskatchewan" Score Magazine 2006 Skate Canada Saskatchewan welcomes back SaskTel Skate Canada Saskatchewan would like to welcome SaskTel back as the title sponsor for the 2008 SaskTel Jean Norman Competition. Thank you for supporting skating in Saskatchewan. Aboriginal Coaches and Officials Program (ACOP) Aboriginal Coaches and Officials Program (ACOP) has funding that is available to Aboriginal coaches and officials who would like to attend PSGB hosted NCCP Sport Specific clinics. Funding is available for Old Level One or the new equivalent. Applications are available from the Skate Canada Saskatchewan Office. For more information on this program, please contact Amy Smith, ACOP Coordinator at (306) or Mark Bracken, Manager of Coaching Development at (306) High Test s includes: Senior Silver Free Skate, Dance and Skills Gold Free Skate, Dance and Skills As per Skate Canada rules, a club must first seek approval from the Section Evaluators / Judges Chairperson. Once permission has been granted the Evaluators / Judges Chairperson will assign an evaluator. This means a lot of work for the Evaluators / Judges Chairperson. Therefore, prior to scheduling a High Test Day, please contact the Section Evaluators / Judges Chairperson (Carla Laevens) with your date and name of your evaluator. Don t forget to notify your Regional Coordinator, the Test Day should be open for all skaters within your Region. We encourage clubs to use High Test evaluators for high tests only and bring in another evaluator for low tests. The rationale for this request is two-fold: 1. It would shorten the day for the evaluator(s). 2. The low-test evaluators would receive the opportunity to trial high tests which are needed for promotions. A suggestion would be to secure evaluators from the same area, if possible, so that they may travel together. Traveling together would help reduce costs and is safer in the winter months. This will require more planning on the club s side, but following this rule will provide the most accurate and fair evaluating of the tests for skaters. Please remember to advise the Section Office of your tests days so that they may be advertised on the Section Website so that for surrounding clubs may assist with cost-sharing, etc.

6 New Hotel Partner in Saskatoon Saskatoon. Chico s Meat N Place (306) Effective January 1 st, 2008 Skate Canada Saskatchewan has signed a preferred rate agreement with the Delta Bessborough in Delta Rooms $ Premier Rooms $ Delta Deluxe Rooms $ Signature Club Floor $ Signature Club Junior Suite $ Signature Club Chateau $ Jacuzzi Suite $ Signature Club Jacuzzi $ There will be a $4.00 rebate to Skate Canada Saskatchewan per night for both individual and group travel, based on actual room nights. Room rates applies to individual or Skate Canada Saskatchewan group travel. Rates are guaranteed to last room availability on all room types. Rates not available with any other discount program. Can be booked through Global distribution system and directly through the hotel. Annual Convention & General Meeting Skate Canada will be holding the 2008 Annual Convention and General Meeting (ACGM) in Regina on May 29 th 31 st, Skate Canada will be mailing information to all registered clubs in February. Skate Canada Saskatchewan would like to encourage all clubs to send a delegate. The ACGM is a great learning experience. If your club is unable to attend, please remember your club may be represented by a proxy vote. Skate Canada Saskatchewan will be holding a draw at the Section Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon where clubs have an opportunity to win their way to the ACGM in Regina. If your club attended the 2007 Club Development Seminar in Humboldt, you will be automatically entered. If your club attends your Regional Spring Meeting, you will be entered. If your club attends the 2008 Skate Canada Saskatchewan AGM in Saskatoon, you will be entered. The more you attend the more times your club will be entered. The prize package includes: two (2) nights accommodations, convention opening, workshops, AGM, Awards Gala and Section Hospitality Evening. The Host Hotel: Delta Regina $ / night (Single / Double occupancy) - for reservations please call Delta Regina (306) When booking reservations please refer to booking code SKATE25. You may also book online at - All reservations must be secured no later than Friday, April 25 th, 2008 Volunteers Needed!! Skate Canada Saskatchewan is looking for volunteers for the 2008 Skate Canada ACGM in Regina May 28 th June 1 st, If you are interested in volunteering please complete and return a volunteer application. Applications can be found on-line at

7 under Events. Skate Canada Saskatchewan would like to thank everyone for volunteers. All volunteers will be contacted after April 1 st, For more information please contact Danielle at (306) Wingate by Wyndham Wingate by Wyndham, located at 1700 Broad Street in Regina, opened January 14 th, 2008, are pleased to extend a promotional rate to Skate Canada Saskatchewan members attending the 2008 Skate Canada ACGM. Promotional Rate for May 29 th 31 st, 2008 Double Queen $89.00 plus taxes King Room $95.00 plus taxes Parking (adjacent to Hotel) $6.00 / night Complimentary features: Hot continental breakfast served daily Local calls, long distance and access Hot tub and fitness area Sundry shop featuring a range of items for your convenience 24-hour business center with computer, fax, copier and printer In-room high-speed Internet access Two-line phones with speakerphone, conference; data port & voice mail; cordless phone Mini Fridge, Microwave, coffee maker, iron, ironing board, safe & hair dryer in all rooms To take advantage of the promotional rate contact the Wingate by Wyndham at (306) or Please sure to identify yourself as a Skate Canada Saskatchewan member. Office Closure Please note the Skate Canada Saskatchewan Office in Regina will be closed the following dates (subject to change): Jan 18 th EDO Jan 23 rd Afternoon Only (Holiday) Feb 8 th EDO Feb 11 th 14 th - Holidays Feb 15 th - EDO Feb 18 th Family Day February 29 th Holiday March 18 th Morning Only (Holiday) Reminders Carnivals, Achievement Days, Invitational Competitions, Exhibition skates are Hockey games, etc must be sanction. Sanctions are available online at Be sure to check the web site ( for upcoming NCCP Courses, Seminars and other news. Don t forget to change the club mailing address with both Skate Canada and Skate Canada Saskatchewan. Mail continues throughout the summer Be sure to check the Skate Canada Members Only Login for information for the upcoming skating season. Is your club holding a CanSkate Fun Festival? Have you applied for a sanction?? Fast Approaching Deadlines!! February 15 th Skaters Lottery Tickets and Monies returned to your Regional Coordinator or Section Office February 15 th deadline for Competitive Tests applications being taken at the 2008 SaskTel Jean Norman Competition. March 1 st 2007/2008 MAP Grant Follow Ups Due March 1 st Probationary and Permanent Club Applications should be received by the Section Office. March 1 st Bids to Hosts. If your club is considering hosting a provincial competition, please complete and submit the Bid to Host. Bid

8 to Bids can be found on-line at under Competitions. March 28 th Nominations for the Skate Canada Saskatchewan Board of Directors closes. 2008/2009 MAP Grant Criteria and Spending Plan Mariposa Seminar Application NCCP Level 1 Technical Phase 1 Course Application Coming Soon!!! 2008 Skate Canada Saskatchewan Annual General Meeting Package 2008 Skate Canada Saskatchewan Club delegate / Proxy Forms Calendar of Events Subject to Changes Jan SaskEnergy STARSkate Championships Yorkton Jan 26 CanSkate Fun Festival Grenfell Jan 30 Feb 2 BMO Skate Canada Junior Nationals Ottawa Feb Western Regional Festival of Synchro Skating Camrose Feb 2 Weyburn First (Region 2 Invitational) Weyburn Feb 2 3 Region 10 Invitational Competition Warman Feb 2 3 Region 16 Invitational Competition Hudson Bay Feb 2 3 Region 17 Invitational Competition Spiritwood Feb 3 Low Test Day Maple Creek Feb 8 9 CanPowerSkate Coaches Clinic Naicam Feb 8-9 Synchronized Skating Competition Lloydminster Feb 9 Region 15 Invitational Competition Edam Feb 9-10 Region 4 Invitational Competition Swift Current Feb 10 High Test Day Melville Feb 11 Test Day Regina Feb 16 Region 9 Invitational Competition Balcarres Feb Region 3 Invitational Competition Mossbank Feb 18 Office Closed (Family Day) Feb 28 Mar 2 BMO Skate Canada Synchro Championships Chilliwack Feb 29 Mar 2 SaskTel Jean Norman Competition Saskatoon Mar 1 MAP Grant Follow Ups DUE Mar 1 Skaters Lottery tickets & monies DUE Mar 1 2 Juvenile Judging Clinic Saskatoon Mar 8 Region1 Invitational Competition Redvers Mar 8 9 Region 18 Invitational Competition Paradise Hill Mar 14 Skater Development Committee Meeting Saskatoon Mar 15 Section Board of Directors Meeting Saskatoon Mar 15 Test Day Battlefords Mar 16 Denyse Hoult Fun Festival Regina Mar 20 High / Competitive Test Day Regina - Lynnette (306) Apr 2 6 HomeSense National STARSkate Championships Brampton Apr 5 6 Mariposa Seminar Saskatoon