The CanSkate Resource Guide (manual) is in the process of being updated. The refresh will include updated circuits and lesson plans, increased safety focus, updated language, updated delivery standards etc. This update is targeted to be ready for the 2023-2024 season. As further information becomes available this will be communicated to all stakeholders. The following […]
STAR 2022-2023 Season Reminders
Program Components: The STAR 1- 4 Events and STAR 1-Gold Assessments will remain with the existing criteria and materials for this season. These materials and trainings are being reviewed, and updates will be communicated as they become available. The Program Components and related factors are updated for those STAR, Adult and Special Olympic categories using […]
Adaptive Skating – Skate for All
Skate Canada is hosting an event for skaters of all abilities, including our para athletes. Join us in Toronto, March 2022 for two fun-filled days of workshops and an event/competition. Save the date: March 16-18, 2022 Location: Canlan Arena (York University) Click here for further information:
Connecting for the Future – Adult Skating Day (Updated)
Skate Canada will be hosting a fun filled day or our adult skating community. Join us for a day of workshops and discussions. Save the date: Friday, March 18, 2022 Location: Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex, 1490 Youville Dr, Orléans, ON K1C 2X8 Click here for further information: Registration link
STAR 1-5 Program – Synchronized Skating
Synchronized Skating is one of the five disciplines within the STAR 1-5 program. Each skater in the STAR 1-5 program must receive instruction in all disciplines. The inclusion of Synchronized skating was introduced in the 2020-2021 season. More details can be found in the Program Requirements and Delivery Standards, as well as the STAR 1-5 […]
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 […]