This article contains a summary of some of the updates made to Competitive Singles, Pairs, and Ice Dance program requirements for the 2019-2020 season. Please note that this is not meant to be a comprehensive summary of all changes; rather it is to highlight some of those that are most significant. For a summary of […]
New Mandatory Requirements for All Skate Canada Officials – Respect in Sport and Code of Ethics
Skate Canada is committed to creating a safe and inclusive sporting environment. To support these objectives the following requirements are being put in place for all officials beginning September 1, 2019. The Eligibility to Officiate Rule in Rules of Sport – Officials will be revised for the 2019-2020 season to reflect the following new requirements. In order to officiate at a […]
2019 ISU Championship Selection Criteria
The following describes the process Skate Canada will undertake in the selection of athletes who will represent Canada at the following ISU Championships: 2019 ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships 2019 ISU World Figure Skating Championships 2019 ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships
2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships Entry Quota
Selection of entries from Regional Synchronized Skating Championships to 2019 Synchronized Nationals Qualifying Rounds is as follows. Reference: Skate Canada Rule Book/Competitions Selection of Entries from RegionalsThe final result in each Regional event shall determine the competitors eligible to enter the equivalent National qualifying competition. [A] Novice, Intermediate, Open, Junior, and Senior: Teams that place […]
Amendment to Skate Canada Bylaws
Amendments to the Skate Canada bylaws must be submitted for consideration no later than February 24, 2019. Detail on submission is included in Skate Canada Bylaws, Article 12. If you have any questions regarding submission, please contact Member Services at [email protected]
Competitive Program Time Requirements – 2019-2020
Prior to publishing the competitive program requirements for the 2019-2020 season, we are communicating some important information applicable to program times to assist coaches in planning music selection for their athletes: Pre-Juvenile Singles program time will have the option of 2:00 minutes (+/- 10 seconds) or 2:30 minutes (+/- 10 seconds) to provide transitioning from […]
Skate Canada Service Centre – Holiday Closure
Skate Canada Service Centre will be closed starting at 3:00 pm (ET) on Thursday, December 20 and will reopen for regular business at 8:30 am (ET) on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Skate Canada would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.
LGBTQI2S Inclusion Survey
Skate Canada registrants and members are invited to participate in a survey that is part of a Skate Canada/University of Calgary research project on LGBTQI2S inclusion. The project is led by Dr. William Bridel, a former skater, official, and administrator. If you are 18 years of age or older, we’d appreciate your time and insights. Start […]
UPDATE – 2018-2019 Synchronized Skating Technical Handbook
Please note that an update has been made to the 2018-2019 Synchronized Skating Technical Handbook. On page 4, the final sentence regarding the horizontal view for number of lines to start the No Hold Element has been removed.
New NCCP Pathways – Streamlined 2019
The NCCP pathway for Skate Canada coaches is being streamlined. The new model will take effect on January 1, 2019. Please click the link below for more information: New NCCP Pathways – Streamlined 2019