In efforts to strengthen our safe sport program, we have developed a short e-learning module to help coaches better understand the Code of Ethics. Effective September 10, 2018, coaches who have not yet viewed/updated the Code of Ethics for the 2018/2019 registration year will be required to complete this module. The module will provide example […]
Skate Canada and Ottawa’s Capital Pride Parade
On Sunday August 26, Skate Canada will participate in Ottawa’s Capital Pride Parade. This is the second year the organization will walk in the parade, demonstrating its support of our LGBTQI2S (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, two-spirit) registrants and members. Diversity, inclusion, and safe sport practices are important to Skate Canada and we welcome […]
Clubs and Skating Schools! 2018-2019 Registration Now Available
Registration for the 2018-2019 season is now open! Be sure to register your organization and registrants through the Membership Site > Org Management. Skate Canada clubs and skating schools may now proceed to: Registering your club or skating school: Org Management > Organization Membership Registering your skaters, officials, Board members and on-ice volunteers: Org Management […]
CanPowerSkate UPDATE
Skate Canada’s CanPowerSkate program has been revised to include the following: NCCP designation Alignment with LTAD Customized delivery options Increased focus on skill development for the Learn to Train stage of Hockey/Ringette We are currently working on finalizing all documentation and resources. For the 2018- 2019 season, clubs/skating schools may choose to offer the old […]
SOCAN and Re:Sound Fee Increase
Re:Sound and SOCAN are separate organizations that represent different stakeholders in the music recording industry. Re:Sound is the Canadian not-for-profit music licensing company dedicated to obtaining fair compensation for artists and record companies for their performance rights. SOCAN (the Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) is a not-for-profit organization that represents the […]
Respect in Sport – New Mandatory Requirement for All Skate Canada Professional Coaches
For the upcoming 2018-2019 registration season: According to the Professional Coach Membership Policy, to be a Registered Skate Canada Professional Coach in Good Standing, the following is required: Respect in Sport – Activity Leader Training (NEW – starting 2018-2019 registration) Must hold a valid first aid certificate Screening must be done through the company approved […]
Let’s Talk About LGBTQI2S Inclusion in Sport
We are seeking participants for a Skate Canada/University of Calgary research project, led by Dr. William Bridel, a former skater, official and administrator. If you are 18 or over and identify as LGBTQI2S, we’d appreciate having an opportunity to interview you about your experiences in skating and in Canada more generally. More information is available […]
2018 Ice Summit Workshop Presentations
Thank you to those that attended and contributed to the success of the 2018 Ice Summit in Calgary! We were very pleased to see so many of our stakeholders come out to share, network, and learn. Here are the workshop presentations that are available for download. Thursday Workshops: Brain Development Flexafit Presentation – Part A […]